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About the Program:
The Drug and Alcohol Studies Certificate Program provides alcohol and drug counselors, as well as other human service professionals (R.N.s, MFCCs, LCSWs) the training necessary for professional certification by the California Certification Board of Alcohol and Drug Counselors (CCBADC). Program faculty are professionals selected for both expertise in their field of instruction and experience in working with those affected by chemical dependency.

Admission:
The program is open to all those who are interested in learning professional counseling skills to better serve persons affected by chemical dependency. To apply you must show proof of high school graduation or G.E.D. Admission is only permitted in the Fall and Spring Quarters.

To apply to the program you must complete the application form as well as a required (typed) essay. Submit the completed application and essay along with a copy of your high school diploma or G.E.D. The fee of $25 must also be submitted in order for your application to be processed. Application forms may be obtained at the Office of EUD or via US mail by contacting (661) 654-2441 or by clicking here.

Requirements
Students who successfully complete the ten courses with a grade of “C” or better will receive a certificate of completion from California State University, Bakersfield, Extended University Division. This certificate of training is not the same as the Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor Certification given by CAADAC.

The program consists of ten (10) classes. Seven courses fulfill requirements for 315 hours of classroom training in the core knowledge and skills areas as described in the certification manual from CCBADC. Three additional courses are required for the CSUB certificate. Most people complete the program in 18 months.

Required Sequence of Courses
The courses in the Drug and Alcohol Studies Certificate Program must be taken in the following order.

Courses one and two MUST be taken first:
1. Introduction to Chemical Dependency Counseling
2. Professional Writing

Courses 3 through 7 can be taken in any order
3. Basic Counseling Skills
4. Chemical Dependency Assessment
5. Introduction to Case Management
6. Law and Ethics
7. Physiology & Pharmacology

Courses 1 through 7 must BEFORE 8 and 9.
8. Personal and Professional Growth
9. Chemical Dependency Counseling: Individual, Family, & Group

ALL COURSES MUST BE TAKEN BEFORE 10
10. Practicum: Supervised Field Placement

Please feel free to call 661-654-2441 or e-mail Jennifer Patino for more information

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Useful Forms:

Application for new students

Registration form (for continuing students)

Student Update form (please complete if your address or name has changed)

Certificate Request Form (complete when ALL program requirements have been met)