BS in Addiction Counseling

Frequently Asked Questions

What Kind of Program Is It?

Grand Canyon University's Bachelor of Science in Addiction Counseling program, which is offered online, is designed to teach you about the physical, emotional, social, intellectual, and spiritual impact that psychopathological conditions have on individuals. Major courses give you the opportunity to learn about general and abnormal psychology, health care systems, health policy, professional readiness, counseling service diversity, group counseling, case management, chemical dependency and substance abuse, addiction counseling, and family therapy. This program includes a four-credit practicum where you have the opportunity to develop your counseling skills. Once you complete this program you might be qualified for professional prevention specialist or treatment counselor certification.

What Are the Prerequisites?

Prior to enrolling in the Bachelor of Science in Addiction Counseling program at Grand Canyon University you should be interested in helping others overcome their addictions and be a licensed health care professional. You must also have your associate's degree.

What Are the Course Requirements?

To earn the Bachelor of Science in Addiction Counseling from Grand Canyon University you must complete 120 credits. You take 68 major credits, 34 to 40 general education credits, and 12 to 18 elective credits.

Addiction Counseling Course Requirements

Course Code	Course Name
PSY 102	General Psychology
PSY 470	Abnormal Psychology
HLT 205	Health Care Systems and Transcultural Health Care
HLT 302	Spirituality and Christian Values in Health Care and Wellness
HCA 255	Health Policy and Economic Analysis
HCA 240	Health Care Accounting and Billing
PCN 303	Professional Readiness: Legal, Ethical, Personal, and Professional Responsibilities in Counseling
PCN 306	Culture and Diversity in Counseling Service and Practice
PCN 308	Group Counseling and Community Education
PCN 309	Case Management and Interventions Counseling
PCN 315	Medical and Physiological Aspects of Chemical Dependence and Substance Abuse for Counselors
PCN 430	Chemical Dependency and Substance Abuse: Evaluation, Documentation, and Comprehensive Treatment Planning
PCN 435	Chemical Dependency and Substance Abuse: Psychopathology and Psychotherapy Models
PCN 438	Addiction Counseling: Psychopathology, Evaluation, Counseling, and Treatment Planning
PCN 440	Family Therapy and Education in Addiction, Chemical Dependency, and Substance Abuse Counseling
PCN 445	Psychopathology, Co-Occurring Disorders, and Dual Diagnoses in Counseling
PCN 490	Practicum

What Could I Do After I Graduate?

Career Opportunities

Once you complete Grand Canyon University's Bachelor of Science in Addiction Counseling program you could be able to pursue employment in the counseling field. Your work might include helping individuals with addiction or chemical dependency problems.

Positions that you could be interested in include:

• Addiction counselor
• Behavioral disorder counselor
• Case management aide
• Client advocate
• Community outreach worker
• Human services worker
• Rehabilitation counselor
• Substance abuse counselor

Advanced Degrees

You might also be interested in earning a master's degree in counseling or psychology. This could increase your knowledge of helping others and might prepare you for advancement in the counseling field.

Master's degree options include but are not limited to:

• Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy
• Master of Arts in Mental Health Counseling
• Master of Arts in Professional Counseling
• Master of Science in Marriage, Family, and Child Therapy
• Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology
• Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology