Academics
Drug and Alcohol Counselor Training – Certificate
The mission of the Drug and Alcohol Counselor Training certificate 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
Certificate (Certificate Program)
Total Credit Hours: 27
Program Requirements
Select a course number below to see a course description.
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 |
Recommended Course Sequence
| Semester | Courses |
| Fall Semester 1 | DACT 110; DACT 111 |
| Spring Semester 1 | DACT 112; DACT 113 |
| Fall Semester 2 | DACT 210; DACT 211 |
| Spring Semester 2 | DACT 212 |
Program Contact Information
Drug and Alcohol Counselor Training Office
North Campus
(309)690-6898
Illinois Career Cluster
Human Services
Career Pathway:
Counseling and Mental Health Services