Associate of Technical Arts, Chemical Dependency Studies
This program of study provides core chemical dependency studies courses in the context of a Native American Studies curriculum for students interested in pursuing a career in chemical dependency counseling. Successful completion of this program, together with the required hours of supervised internship field experience, will qualify students to apply for Washington State Substance Use Disorder Professional Certification. Students need to consult with their advisor before selecting courses to coordinate coursework and field experience in preparation for certification.
Washington State Department of Health Licensing Requirement
NWIC has not determined if the curriculum meets the educational requirements for licensure/certification in any other state.
Northwest Indian College Requirements
Required (11 Credits)
NOTE: CMPS 101 or above; If a computer course coded NE (Non-transfer Elective) is substituted then 3 additional credits of Transfer Electives (coded TE) must be chosen.
Northwest Indian College Foundational Requirements (15 Credits)
CSOV 102: One or more Native language courses totaling at least 5 credits. Consult with an advisor regarding satisfying general education requirements. Requires approval by the Dean of Academics.
General Education Requirements (15 Credits)
| ENGL 101 | English Composition I | 5 |
| MATH 190 | Vocational Math | 5 |
| Or | |
| course meeting AAS QS requirements | |
Humanities Distribution 5 credit requirement - met in Foundational Requirements
Social Science Distribution 5 credit requirement - met in Foundational Requirements
Natural Science Distribution 5 credit requirement - choose course meeting AAS Natural Science Requirements
Core Program Requirements (56 Credits)
Total Credit Hours: 97