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Mar 23, 2026
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2024-2026 Academic Catalog
Substance Abuse Counseling Option, A.S.
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Overview
The Associate in Science with Substance Abuse Counseling Option is a major within the School of Professional Studies. If you have questions regarding this program, please contact dsu.hawk@dickinsonstate.edu or call 1-800-279-HAWK.
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Career Options
Why should you pursue an Associate in Science Degree - Substance Abuse Counseling Option?
A degree in substance abuse counseling allows for employment in working with those facing substance abuse in opioids or alcohol, a profession of growing need and significant contribution to the well-being of society.
Possible Career Paths
- Substance Abuse Counselor
- Alcohol Abuse Counselor
- Opioid Abuse Counselor
- Treatment Specialist
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General Education Course Requirements
Group III (A)
- Creative Expressions Credits: 3
Group III (D)
- Social Science Credits: 3
Group III (E)
- Natural Science Credits: 4
Select three credits of the following:
Subtotal: 18
CSCI 101 satisfies general education requirement 2A MATH 103 satisfies general education requirement 3B Psychology internship may be completed in summer session Student Learning Outcomes
- Analyze, interpret, and use data and information in learning and in research. (This learning outcome directly addresses Institutional Learning Outcomes III, IV, V and VIII.)
- Use technology as both a learning and as a professional application tool. (This learning outcome directly addresses Institutional Learning Outcomes VI and VIII.)
- Communicate ideas clearly through visual, verbal, and written forms using graphs, models, and the vocabulary specific to the Social Sciences. (This learning outcome directly addresses Institutional Learning Outcomes IV, V, VII, and VIII.)
- Demonstrate an ability to build upon and apply Social Science intellectual knowledge (and skills) in a variety of settings and environments. (This learning outcome directly addresses Institutional Learning Outcomes II, V, VII, and X.)
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