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Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) in Chemical Dependency Professional


Earn an Associate of Applied Science degree in Human Services, with an emphasis in chemical dependency. Graduates will learn specific job skills as well as communication skills, computational skills, applied sciences, human relations and social science. The AAS can be completed in two years with full-time attendance.

Program Overview

Enroll in Highline Community College’s Chemical Dependency Professional program to gain the knowledge and skills you need for a career in chemical dependency. With coursework in addiction, client evaluation, referral and treatment, cultural implications, counseling, family involvement, and legal issues, you will be prepared for any field that requires knowledge of substance abuse.

With this program, you will earn an AAS degree in Chemical Dependency Professional and complete the educational requirements needed to become licensed as a chemical dependency professional in Washington state. If you already have a degree, you can meet requirements for your current job by taking individual chemical dependency courses.
 

 

 

 

 

Last updated: October 23, 2006

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