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Help others break the cycle

Chemical dependency counselors help people who suffer from drug dependency break the cycle of substance use disorder. They have the critical job of guiding people toward a path of recovery. You’ll receive support, guidance, and training from our experienced instructors on how to help people through challenging times. You will learn from Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselors (LCDC), studying…

  • Assessment of Substance Use Disorders
  • Psychology of Personal Adjustment
  • Pharmacology of Substance Use Disorders
  • Group Counseling
  • Criminology

Because this program may prepare you for an occupational license, click here to read additional information about HB1508 Occupational License Eligibility.

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Degree Plans

Students are required to enroll in a First-Year Seminar course, TSTC 1102 Professional Skills, in their first semester attending TSTC unless they have completed more than 24 credit hours. Please see detailed information regarding the course and exemptions in the Catalog and Student Handbook under 07. First Steps at TSTC section 04. First Year Seminar Courses (TSTC 1101 and TSTC 1102).

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Chemical Dependency Counseling
AAS Associate of Applied Science
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20
$13,920
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CER1 Certificate of Completion
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PBE
8
$4,872
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CER2 Certificate of Completion
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16
$9,744
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