Academics
Drug and Alcohol Counselor Training
The mission of the Associate in Applied Science Drug and Alcohol Counselor Training degree is to prepare students to work as a professional in the field of drug and alcohol treatment. After completing the curriculum, students can complete the Illinois Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Professional Certification Association (IAODAPCA) certification exam.
Degree
Associate in Applied Science (Career Program)
Total Credit Hours: 61
Program Requirements
Select a course number below to see a course description.
Required General Education Courses
| Course | Name | Credit Hours |
| ENGL 110 | COMPOSITION I | 3 |
| COMM 110 | INTRODUCTION TO COMMUNICATION: PRESENTATION AND THEORY | 3 |
| PSY 110 | INTRODUCTION TO PSYCHOLOGY | 3 |
| BIOL 140 | HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY | 4 |
| MATHEMATICS * | 3 | |
| HUMANITIES * | 3 |
Required Program Courses
| Course | Name | Credit Hours |
| DACT 110 | FOUNDATIONS I | 3 |
| DACT 111 | ADDICTION COUNSELING I | 3 |
| DACT 112 | FOUNDATIONS II | 3 |
| DACT 113 | ADDICTION COUNSELING II | 3 |
| DACT 210 | ADDICTION COUNSELING III | 3 |
| DACT 211 | COUNSELING AND HUMAN CHANGE | 3 |
| DACT 212 | INTERNSHIP SEMINAR | 9 |
| HUMSV 110 | INTRODUCTION TO HUMAN SERVICES | 3 |
| PSY 112 | PERSONALITY | 3 |
| PSY 225 | ABNORMAL PSYCHOLOGY | 3 |
| PSY 250 | INTRODUCTION TO RESEARCH METHODS IN THE BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES | 3 |
Elective Courses
| Course | Name | Credit Hours |
| PSYCHOLOGY/SOCIOLOGY ELECTIVE ** | 3 |
* See specific requirements for Associate in Applied Science Degree.
** SOC 120, 219, PSY 202, 210
In addition to the listed general education requirements, students will be exposed to a variety of issues and counseling skills specific to the needs of the chemically dependent client. This training will provide employment opportunities in a variety of community mental health programs or other Illinois Department of Alcohol and Substance Abuse recognized chemical dependency programs. The core classes listed in this curriculum will also qualify as accepted continuing education credits for those students who are currently certified in pursuit of continuing education specific to the profession of drug and alcohol counseling.
Recommended Course Sequence
| Semester | Courses |
| Fall Semester 1 | PSY 110; BIOL 140; DACT 110; DACT 111; HUMSV 110; ENGL 110 |
| Spring Semester 1 | COMM 110; DACT 112; DACT 113; Mathematics |
| Fall Semester 2 | PSY 112; DACT 210; DACT 211; PSY 225; Humanities; PSY/SOC Electives |
| Spring Semester 2 | PSY 250; DACT 212 |
Program Contact Information
Drug and Alcohol Counselor Training Office
Peoria Campus
(309)690-6898
Illinois Career Cluster
Human Services
Career Pathway:
Counseling and Mental Health Services
Career Pathway
Pathway programs at ICC have a map that shows the courses/degree requirements that will lead students to their desired education and employment goals.
Career Cluster:
Human Services If you are a high school junior or senior, you can get a head start on your future by taking college-level courses now! Visit our Dual Credit webpage for a listing of area high schools with courses available Composition I (ENGL 110) | Human Anatomy and Physiology (BIOL140) | Humanities | Introduction to Communication: Presentation and Theory (COMM 110) | Introduction to Psychology (PSY 110) | Mathematics High School Diploma or GED Getting Started: Apply to ICC | Paying for College | Career Information:
Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors
| Student Information Drug & Alcohol Counselor Training Certificate
(27 credit hours) CADC Addictions Counselor, Chemical Dependency Counselor, Correctional Substance Abuse Counselor, Counselor, Drug and Alcohol Treatment Specialist, Substance Abuse Counselor
$15-20/hr
Drug & Alcohol Counselor Training(61 credit hours) CADC Addictions Counselor, Chemical Dependency Counselor, Correctional Substance Abuse Counselor, Counselor, Drug and Alcohol Treatment Specialist, Substance Abuse Counselor$15-20/hr There are no current articulation agreements to Bachelor degree programs at this time. Program transfer guides layout course work to be taken at ICC and the transfer institution to complete specific programs of study or majors. There are no current articulation agreements to Bachelor degree programs at this time. General transfer agreements formalize the transfer process from ICC to other colleges and universities. For additional transfer information:
Pathway:
Counseling and Mental Health Services
ICC Pathway: Drug & Alcohol Counselor Training
Early College
Point of Entry
Certificate of Completion
Industry Credentials
Employment Information
Associate of Applied Science Degree
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