LCDC - Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor Certificate
Degree: Certificate
Length: Two-Semester (one-year) Program
Purpose: The one-year program prepares the student to meet the educational requirements for the certification by the Texas Commission on Alcohol and Drug Abuse.
Program Requirements: In addition to the general requirements for admission to the college, entry into Mental Health Program requires a personal interview with the Mental Heath Department Chairman.
| Course Number | Course Title | Lecture Hours | Lab Hours | Course Credits | |
| First Semester | |||||
| SCWK 1321 | Orientation to Social Services | 3 | 0 | 3 | |
| DAAC 1304 | Pharmacology of Addiction | 3 | 0 | 3 | |
| DAAC 1309 | Assessment Skills of Alcohol and Other Drug Addictions | 3 | 0 | 3 | |
| DAAC 2341 | Counseling Alcohol and Other Drug Addictions | 3 | 0 | 3 | |
| DAAC 1380 | Co-Op I—Alcohol/Drug Abuse Counseling | 1 | 20 | 3 | |
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| PMHS 1380 | Co-Op I—Psychiatric/Mental Health Services | ||||
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Total hours: 15
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Second Semester |
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Behavior Modification and Cognitive Disorder |
3 |
0 |
3 |
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Current Issues |
3 |
0 |
3 |
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Special Topics in Alcohol/Drug Abuse Counseling |
3 |
0 |
3 |
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Or |
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Special Topics in Psychiatric/Mental Health Services |
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Addicted Family Intervention |
3 |
0 |
3 |
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Co-Op II—Alcohol/Drug Abuse Counseling |
1 |
20 |
3 |
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Or |
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Co-Op II—Psychiatric/Mental Health Services |
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Total hours: 15 |
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CIP# 51.1502
Degree: Associate in Applied Science
Length: Four-Semester (two-year) Program
Purpose: The Associate in Applied Science Degree curriculum in Mental Health provides theory, skills, and knowledge used in the field of mental health—mental retardation and alcohol and drug abuse. The program prepares the graduate to obtain employment in a variety of human service and mental health settings under the supervision of a professional or rehabilitation training, direct care to clients, probation, corrections, treatment for alcohol and drug dependency and psychiatric care.
Students who complete the required DSHS approved courses and the required work of volunteer time will be eligible to take the licensure examinations for the Texas Department of State Health Services.
Program Requirements: In addition to the general requirements for admission to the college, entry into Mental Health Program requires a personal interview with the Mental Heath Department Chairman.First Year:
| First Semester |
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Course Number |
Course Title |
Lecture Hours |
Lab Hours |
Course Credits |
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ENGL 1301 |
Composition and Rhetoric I |
3 |
0 |
3 |
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PSYC 2301 |
General Psychology |
3 |
0 |
3 |
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Orientation to Social Services |
3 |
0 |
3 |
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Basic Counseling Skills |
3 |
0 |
3 |
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Pharmacology of Addiction |
3 |
0 |
3 |
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PHED |
Physical Education |
0 |
3 |
1 |
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Total hours: |
16 |
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Second Semester
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Course Number |
Course Title |
Lecture Hours |
Lab Hours |
Course Credits |
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ENGL 1302 |
Composition and Rhetoric II |
3 |
0 |
3 |
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SOCI 1301 |
Principles of Sociology |
3 |
0 |
3 |
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Assessment Skills of Alcohol and Other Drug Addictions |
3 |
0 |
3 |
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Counseling Theories |
3 |
0 |
3 |
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Co-Op I—Alcohol/Drug Abuse Counseling |
1 |
20 |
3 |
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Or |
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Co-Op I—Psychiatric/Mental Health Services |
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PHED |
Physical Activity |
0 |
3 |
0 |
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Total hours: |
16 |
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Second Year:
Third Semester |
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Course Number |
Course Title |
Lecture Hours |
Lab Hours |
Course Credits |
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BIOL 2401 |
Anatomy and Physiology |
3 |
0 |
4 |
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Or |
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BIOL 1408 |
General Biology |
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PSYC 2314 |
Life-Span Growth and Development |
3 |
0 |
3 |
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Dynamics of Group Counseling |
3 |
0 |
3 |
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Counseling Alcohol and Other Drug Addictions |
3 |
0 |
3 |
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Co-Op II—Alcohol/Drug Abuse Counseling |
1 |
20 |
3 |
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Or |
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Co-Op II—Psychiatric/Mental Health Services |
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Total hours: |
16 |
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Fourth Semester |
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Course Number |
Course Title |
Lecture Hours |
Lab Hours |
Course Credits |
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Addicted Family Intervention |
3 |
0 |
3 |
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Current Issues |
3 |
0 |
3 |
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SOCI 1306 |
Social Problems |
3 |
0 |
3 |
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Co-Op III—Alcohol/Drug Abuse Counseling |
1 |
20 |
3 |
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Or |
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Co-Op III—Psychiatric/Mental Health Services |
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Elective |
Mental Health Elective |
3 |
0 |
3 |
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Elective |
Fine Arts/Humanities |
3 |
0 |
3 |
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Total hours: |
18 |
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Course Descriptions
SLWK 1321
Orientation to Social Services ^Back to the top^
This course is an introduction to the basic concepts of socila welfare, insurance, service programs and practices. Course includes historical development, clinical issues in the helping professions - including persons with mental illness and drug addiction treatment. Course replaces PMHS 1301. (3 lecture hours per week)
GERS 1301
Introduction to Gerontology ^Back to the top^
Overview of the social, psychological, and biological changes that accompany aging and an overview of the implications of these changes for the individual, as well as for the larger society. (3 lecture hours per week)
DAAC 1304
Pharmacology of Addiction ^Back to the top^
Psychological, physiological, and sociological effects of mood altering substances and behaviors and their implications for the addiction process are discussed. Emphasis is placed on pharmacological effects of tolerance, dependency/withdrawal, cross addiction, and drug interaction. (3 lecture hours per week)
DAAC 2307
Addicted Family Intervention ^Back to the top^
This course in an introduction to the family as a dynamic system, focusing on the effects of addiction pertaining to family roles, rules, and behavior patterns. Discuss the impact of mood altering substances and behaviors and therapeutic alternatives as they relate to the family from a multicultural and trans-generational perspective. (3 lecture hours per week)
DAAC 1309
Assessment Skill of Alcohol and Other Drug Addictions ^Back to the top^
Examines procedures by which a counselor/program identifies and evaluates an individual’s strengths, weaknesses, problems, and needs, which will be used in the development of a treatment plan. Prepares the student to appropriately explain assessment results and individual rights to clients. (3 lecture hours per week)
DAAC 1311
Counseling Theories ^Back to the top^
An introduction to major theories of various treatment modalities including Reality Therapy, Psycho-dynamic, Grief Therapy, Client Centered Therapy, Rational Emotive Therapy, cognitive-behavioral approaches such as life skills training, behavior modification, and the introduction to experiential therapies as they relate to detoxification, residential, outpatient, and extended treatment. (3 lecture hours per week)
DAAC 2314
Dynamics of Group Counseling ^Back to the top^
This course is an introduction to the patterns and dynamics of group interactions across the life span. Focus includes group therapy, structure, types, stages, development, leadership, therapeutic factors, and the impact of groups on the individual, group growth, and behavior. Effective group facilitation skills and techniques used to address special population issues and needs are covered. Effective case management and record keeping are addressed. (3 lecture hours per week)
DAAC 1317
Basic Counseling Skills ^Back to the top^
This course is designed to facilitate development of the basic communication skills necessary to develop an effective helping relationship with clients. Includes the utilization of special skills to assist individuals, families, or groups in achieving objectives through exploration of a problem and its ramification of attitudes and feelings; consideration of alternative solutions; and decision making. (3 lecture hours per week)
DAAC 1319
Introduction to Alcohol and Other Drug Addictions^Back to the top^
Causes and consequences of addiction as they relate to the individual, family, community, and society are discussed. Response alternatives regarding intervention, treatment, education, and prevention are reviewed. Competencies and requirements for licensure in Texas are explained. Addiction issues related to diverse populations are presented. (3 lecture hours per week)
CMSW 1341
Behavior Modification and Cognitive Disorder ^Back to the top^
This course is an in depth study of the theories and principles of behavioral science and skill development in the methods of modifying and controlling behavior. We will examine clinical and personal settings in counseling. The course will emphasize techniques for managing self-behavior. Topics include stimulus controls, shaping, relaxation training, reinforcement scheduling and taken economics. (3 lecture hours per week).
DAAC 1341
Counseling Alcohol and Other Drug Addictions ^Back to the top^
This course will focus on special skills and techniques in the application of counseling skills for the Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) client. Design and utilization of treatment planning using a treatment team approach will be introduced. Confidentiality and ethical issues will be reviewed and practiced. (3 lecture hours per week)
DAAC 2343
Current Issues ^Back to the top^
A study of issues that impact addiction counseling. Special populations, dual diagnosis, ethics, gambling, and infectious diseases associated with addiction counseling will be investigated. (3 lecture hours per week)
DAAC 1380
Cooperative Education I– Alcohol/Drug Abuse Counseling ^Back to the top^
Career related activities encountered in the student’s area of specialization are offered through a cooperative agreement between the college, employer, and student. Under supervision of the college and employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Directly related to a technical discipline, specific learning objective guide the student through the work experience. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (1 lecture hour and 20 laboratory hours per week)
PMHS 1380
Cooperative Education I- Psychiatric/Mental Health Services Technician ^Back to the top^
Career related activities encountered in the student’s area of specialization are offered through a cooperative agreement between the college, employer, and student. Under supervision of the college and employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Directly related to a technical discipline, specific learning objective guide the student through the work experience. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (1 lecture hour and 20 laboratory hours per week)
DAAC 1381
Cooperative Education II – Alcohol/Drug Abuse Counseling ^Back to the top^
Career related activities encountered in the student’s area of specialization are offered through a cooperative agreement between the college, employer, and student. Under supervision of the college and employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Directly related to a technical discipline, specific learning objective guide the student through the work experience. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (1 lecture hour and 20 laboratory hours per week)
PMHS 1381
Cooperative Education II– Psychiatric/Mental Health Services Technician ^Back to the top^
Career related activities encountered in the student’s area of specialization are offered through a cooperative agreement between the college, employer, and student. Under supervision of the college and employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Directly related to a technical discipline, specific learning objective guide the student through the work experience. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (1 lecture hour and 20 laboratory hours per week)
DAAC 1391
Special Topics in Alcohol/Drug Abuse Counseling ^Back to the top^
This course is an exploration of the impact an alcoholic or chemical abuser has on the life of their children. Psychosocial development and behavior patterns indicative of adults who are children of alcoholics will be examined. (3 lecture hours per week)
PMHS 1391
Special Topics in Psychiatric/Mental Health Services Technician^Back to the top^
This course will examine the management of psychological technicians and review the duties of training required. A variety of mental health settings, such as mental retardation, mental illness and dual diagnosis units will be discussed. Residential and non-residential settings will be reviewed in terms of training requirements and employment opportunities. (3 lecture hours per week)
DAAC 2380
Cooperative Education III, Alcohol/Drug Abuse Counseling ^Back to the top^
Career related activities encountered in the student’s area of specialization are offered through a cooperative agreement between the college, employer, and student. Under supervision of the college and employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Directly related to a technical discipline, specific learning objective guide the student through the work experience. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (1 lecture hour and 20 laboratory hours per week)
PMHS 2380
Cooperative Education III, Psychiatric/Mental Health Services Technician^Back to the top^
Career related activities encountered in the student’s area of specialization are offered through a cooperative agreement between the college, employer, and student. Under supervision of the college and employer, the student combines classroom learning with work experience. Directly related to a technical discipline, specific learning objective guide the student through the work experience. This course may be repeated if topics and learning outcomes vary. (1 lecture hour and 20 laboratory hours per week)
RECT 1301
Introduction to Therapeutic Recreation^Back to the top^
This course is an introduction to the value, history, philosophy, terminology, process, and outcomes of therapeutic recreation. Course emphasis on identification of client groups, leisure activities, application of therapeutic recreation in various human services settings, and professional development and career opportunities in therapeutic recreation will be explored. (3 lecture hours per week)
