{ "college": "shasta-college", "edition": "2026-2027", "code": "ADS", "name": "Alcohol and Drug Studies", "sourceUrl": "https://scmainweb.s3.us-west-1.amazonaws.com/files/resources/catalog-2026-2027-compressed.pdf#page=110", "courses": [ { "code": "ADS-10", "subject": "ADS", "number": "10", "title": "Introduction to Addiction Studies", "units": "3", "hours": "54 lecture total (when offered in the distance education format, hours will total 162)", "corequisite": "ADS 11 or previous completion of ADS 11 with a grade of C or higher.", "cid": [ "ADS 110X" ], "transfer": [ "CSU", "UC" ], "description": "This course provides a historical and sociological perspective on the use, abuse, and social control of drugs associated with substance use disorder. Included are overviews of the biopsychosocial nature of addiction, the impact of addiction on children, families and society, contemporary treatment and prevention approaches, and the addiction counseling profession. This course may be offered in a distance education format.", "notes": [ "Grading: Pass/No Pass Option" ], "offered": [ { "term": "fall-2026", "name": "Fall 2026", "sections": 2, "open": 1, "url": "/c/shasta-college/schedule/fall-2026/ads/#ads-10", "subject": "ADS" } ] }, { "code": "ADS-11", "subject": "ADS", "number": "11", "title": "Substance Abuse Counseling for Diverse Populations", "units": "3", "hours": "54 lecture total (when offered in the distance education format, hours will total 162)", "corequisite": "ADS 10 or previous completion of ADS 10 with a grade of C or higher.", "cid": [ "ADS 195X" ], "transfer": [ "CSU" ], "description": "This course introduces students to the unique problems, issues, and concerns of diverse populations and the characteristics of these populations with respect to the incidence of substance use disorders, intervention needs, and responses to treatment. It discusses research on historical, social, health, and environmental factors impacting special populations, as well as the role of ethnic and cultural differences. Particular emphasis is on population characteristics such as ethnicity/race, gender, age, economic, sexual orientation, and disability status. This emphasis provides students with the skills needed to communicate effectively with diverse populations. This course may be offered in a distance education format.", "notes": [ "Grading: Pass/No Pass Option" ], "offered": [ { "term": "fall-2026", "name": "Fall 2026", "sections": 1, "open": 1, "url": "/c/shasta-college/schedule/fall-2026/ads/#ads-11", "subject": "ADS" } ] }, { "code": "ADS-12", "subject": "ADS", "number": "12", "title": "Basic Addiction Counseling Skills and Theories", "units": "3", "hours": "54 lecture total (when offered in the distance education format, hours will total 162)", "cid": [ "ADS 120X" ], "transfer": [ "CSU" ], "description": "This course is an introduction to the basic skills and techniques of counseling for addiction counselors. This course describes characteristics of an effective counselor, explores several theoretical models of counseling, and assists the individual to develop skills in active listening, building trust, reflecting feelings and content, and using motivational interviewing techniques. This course may be offered in a distance education format.", "notes": [ "Grading: Pass/No Pass Option" ], "offered": [ { "term": "fall-2026", "name": "Fall 2026", "sections": 1, "open": 0, "url": "/c/shasta-college/schedule/fall-2026/ads/#ads-12", "subject": "ADS" } ] }, { "code": "ADS-13", "subject": "ADS", "number": "13", "title": "Group Counseling for Treatment and Recovery", "units": "3", "hours": "54 lecture total (when offered in the distance education format, hours will total 162)", "cid": [ "ADS 130X" ], "transfer": [ "CSU" ], "description": "This course is an introduction to group facilitation skills within the context of treatment for substance use disorder (SUD). Focus will be on group dynamics, interpersonal and intrapersonal processes and group facilitation skills. It prepares students for competence in group and family addiction treatment facilitation as required by the California Association for Drug/Alcohol Educators (CAADE).", "notes": [ "Grading: Pass/No Pass Option" ], "offered": [ { "term": "fall-2026", "name": "Fall 2026", "sections": 1, "open": 1, "url": "/c/shasta-college/schedule/fall-2026/ads/#ads-13", "subject": "ADS" } ] }, { "code": "ADS-14", "subject": "ADS", "number": "14", "title": "Pharmacology of Alcohol and Addictive Stubstances", "units": "3", "hours": "54 lecture total (when offered in the distance education format, hours will total 162)", "cid": [ "ADS 140X" ], "transfer": [ "CSU" ], "description": "This course provides an overview of the neurochemical, physical, and mental effects of alcohol and other commonly used addictive substances. Emphasis is placed on the pharmacology of addictive substances by exploring the mechanisms of action, the pharmacokinetics, the pharmacodynamics, and the adverse reactions of the drugs. Additionally, the medical consequences of use and the therapeutic approaches for managing withdrawal, overdose, and substance use disorder will be covered. This course may be offered in a distance education format.", "notes": [], "offered": [ { "term": "fall-2026", "name": "Fall 2026", "sections": 1, "open": 0, "url": "/c/shasta-college/schedule/fall-2026/ads/#ads-14", "subject": "ADS" } ] }, { "code": "ADS-15", "subject": "ADS", "number": "15", "title": "Substance Abuse Prevention, Intervention, and Recovery", "units": "3", "hours": "54 lecture total (when offered in the distance education format, hours will total 162)", "cid": [ "ADS 150X" ], "transfer": [ "CSU" ], "description": "This course provides a comprehensive overview of theories and strategies for the prevention of substance use disorders. Primary, secondary, tertiary, and evidence-based prevention models will be introduced and assessed. Prevention programs and activities appropriate for the community, school, parents and family, and work-sites will be covered. Strategies such as education; public policies; media/information dissemination; ethnic, cultural, and gender-specific approaches; environmental risk reduction; and alternatives will be presented and assessed for their application to different target populations. This course may be offered in a distance education format.", "notes": [ "Grading: Pass/No Pass Option" ], "offered": [ { "term": "fall-2026", "name": "Fall 2026", "sections": 2, "open": 1, "url": "/c/shasta-college/schedule/fall-2026/ads/#ads-15", "subject": "ADS" } ] }, { "code": "ADS-16", "subject": "ADS", "number": "16", "title": "Ethical, Legal, and Professional Issues in Drug and Alcohol Counseling", "units": "3", "hours": "54 lecture total (when offered in the distance education format, hours will total 162)", "cid": [ "ADS 160X" ], "transfer": [ "CSU" ], "description": "Students will learn to address ethical, personal, legal, and professional issues for alcohol and drug counselors, with an emphasis on continued individual growth and development. Ethical and professional standards, working in a diverse environment, credentialing requirements, assessment of personal strengths and weaknesses, stress management, and peer networking will be examined. Students may be required to attend outside workshops or events. This course may be offered in a distance education format.", "notes": [ "Grading: Pass/No Pass Option" ], "offered": [] }, { "code": "ADS-17", "subject": "ADS", "number": "17", "title": "Alcohol and Drug Counseling Case Management", "units": "3", "hours": "54 lecture total (when offered in the distance education format, hours will total 162)", "cid": [ "ADS 170X" ], "transfer": [ "CSU" ], "description": "This course offers an introduction to case management, intake and data collection, client record management, client-centered counseling, documentation, treatment planning, referrals, ethics, clients’ rights, and confidentiality. It prepares students to work in the field of substance abuse counseling and community behavioral health services. This course may be offered in a distance education format.", "notes": [ "Grading: Pass/No Pass Option" ], "offered": [] }, { "code": "ADS-18", "subject": "ADS", "number": "18", "title": "Family and Addiction", "units": "3", "hours": "54 lecture total (when offered in the distance education format, hours will total 162)", "cid": [ "ADS 180X" ], "transfer": [ "CSU" ], "description": "This course provides an overview of the family systems approach to addiction counseling including analysis and examination of the relationship patterns that develop in families including multicultural families. The student will develop treatment strategies for assisting families and significant others during the stages of active addiction, addiction treatment, long-term recovery, and relapse prevention using family-involved approaches, including adolescent drug issues, co-dependency, enabling, and adult children of alcoholics (ACA) with an interdisciplinary perspective. This course may be offered in a distance education format.", "notes": [ "Grading: Pass/No Pass Option" ], "offered": [ { "term": "fall-2026", "name": "Fall 2026", "sections": 1, "open": 1, "url": "/c/shasta-college/schedule/fall-2026/ads/#ads-18", "subject": "ADS" } ] }, { "code": "ADS-19", "subject": "ADS", "number": "19", "title": "Co-occurring Substance Abuse Disorders", "units": "3", "hours": "54 lecture total (when offered in the distance education format, hours will total 162)", "prerequisite": "ADS 10 with a grade of C or higher", "cid": [ "ADS 190X" ], "transfer": [ "CSU" ], "description": "This course reviews the major concepts, definitions, and features of co-occurring mental health disorders associated with addiction. It emphasizes skills in recognizing co-occurring disorders, referral and case management of clients, and appropriate scope of practice. It covers common types of mental health issues associated with addiction, including mood, anxiety, and adjustment disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder, and unresolved issues of childhood abuse, as well as an overview of appropriate treatment and management approaches. This course may be offered in a distance education format.", "notes": [ "Grading: Pass/No Pass Option" ], "offered": [] }, { "code": "ADS-20", "subject": "ADS", "number": "20", "title": "Personal and Professional Growth for Drug and Alcohol Counselors", "units": "3", "hours": "54 lecture total (when offered in the distance education format, hours will total 162)", "cid": [], "transfer": [ "CSU" ], "description": "This course covers the personal and professional aspects of alcohol and drug counseling as a career. It includes topics such as the development of burnout. Other potential problematic issues associated with this career field are introduced along with potential solutions. The course further covers certification and credentialing requirements, professional associations, and personal and professional growth. This course may be offered in a distance education format.", "notes": [ "Grading: Pass/No Pass Option" ], "offered": [ { "term": "fall-2026", "name": "Fall 2026", "sections": 2, "open": 1, "url": "/c/shasta-college/schedule/fall-2026/ads/#ads-20", "subject": "ADS" } ] }, { "code": "ADS-21", "subject": "ADS", "number": "21", "title": "Addiction Studies Internship Seminar", "units": "2.5", "hours": "45 lecture total (when offered in the distance education format, hours will total 135)", "prerequisite": "ADS 10, ADS 12, ADS 13, ADS 16, and ADS 17 with a grade of C or higher, and English Placement Level 6", "corequisite": "ADS 94, or previous completion of ADS 94 with a grade of C or higher", "cid": [ "ADS 210X" ], "transfer": [ "CSU" ], "description": "This course is a study of the nature of the treatment of substance use disorders with an emphasis on developing the skills and abilities of the student in the field. Emphasis is placed on supporting students enrolled in an addiction studies internship. Throughout this course, students engage in critical analysis of their strengths and weaknesses as potential professionals in the field. Students must be accepted at an approved substance abuse treatment facility. This course is intended for students only in their final semester of an Addiction Studies Program and fulfills the 45 minimum classroom seminar hours required for certification. Students must complete the prerequisite courses in order to be eligible for this course. This course may be offered in a distance education format.", "notes": [ "Grading: Pass/No Pass Option" ], "offered": [ { "term": "fall-2026", "name": "Fall 2026", "sections": 1, "open": 1, "url": "/c/shasta-college/schedule/fall-2026/ads/#ads-21", "subject": "ADS" } ] }, { "code": "ADS-94", "subject": "ADS", "number": "94", "title": "Field Work/Internship in Addiction Studies", "units": "4.5", "hours": "255 Work Experience Education hours", "prerequisite": "ADS 10, ADS 12, ADS 13, ADS 16, and ADS 17 with a grade of C or higher", "corequisite": "ADS 21", "cid": [ "ADS 200X" ], "transfer": [ "CSU" ], "description": "This course offers the student a supervised field experience in a community organization, agency, or institution, allowing the student to apply knowledge and learn new skills outside of the classroom environment. This course is designed to provide the student with an opportunity to develop skills that would facilitate gaining employment in the addiction or human services field, and it fulfills the 255 minimum field hours required for certification. Students must complete the prerequisite courses in order to be eligible for this course.", "notes": [ "Note: Level 6 English placement level (eligible for English 1A, but does not have to be completed).", "Grading: Pass/No Pass Option", "Repetition: up to 14 units/semester" ], "offered": [ { "term": "fall-2026", "name": "Fall 2026", "sections": 1, "open": 1, "url": "/c/shasta-college/schedule/fall-2026/ads/#ads-94", "subject": "ADS" } ] } ] }