Overview
The Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant Certificate 1 meets the educational requirements for the State of Ohio Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant Preliminary credential (CDCA PRE). Coursework includes cultural competence, causes of drug abuse, prevention of drug abuse, early intervention, and treatment programs.
After successfully completing the CDCA1 Certificate, students should apply for their CDCA PRE credential before starting additional courses in Addiction Studies (ADC) or Human & Social Services (HSV). Students must hold their CDCA PRE for a minimum of 10 months, but no more than 13 months, before applying for the Ohio CDCA Renewable credential.
For information on the credential in the State of Ohio, see the Ohio Chemical Dependency Professionals Board website: https://ocdp.ohio.gov/get-certified-licensed/treatment/cdca/01-cdca.
Related Programs
Addiction Studies Certificate (ADSC)Human and Social Services - Addiction Studies Major (HSSAD)Human and Social Services (HSS)Associate of Arts (AARTS) with a related focusContacts
Academic Fieldwork Coordinator
Advisor
Career Outlook
Graduates Are Prepared To
- Work in a variety of entry-level positions in the addiction/substance abuse field
Representative Job Titles For Graduates
- Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant (must meet Ohio licensing requirements)
- Addiction Counselor
- Caseworker
- Mental Health Aid
- Probation Assistant
Graduate Employment Outlook
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment for addiction/substance abuse counselors is expected to increase by 23 percent through 2030, much faster than average for all occupations.
$22.91/hr (median)
Graduate Starting Salary Projections
Contacts
Academic Fieldwork Coordinator
Advisor
Curriculum
Effective 2024-2025 academic year
Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant Certificate 1 (CDCA1C)
| Semester 1 | Lec | Lab | Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ADC 100 | Drugs in Society | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| ADC 105 | Addiction, Counseling, and Diversity | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Total Credits: | 6 | |||