Program Description
Do you have a passion to help people in emotional or psychological need or those
that abuse alcohol or drugs? If so, a career as a Mental Health Professional
may be for you. ACC’s Mental Health Department offers students the opportunity
to meet license requirements for chemical dependency counseling (LCDC) and/or
to work in a variety of human services environments. Students who complete courses
and field work required in each program will meet the eligibility requirements
of the Texas Department of State Health Services to take the licensure exams
for Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor.
ACC is a founding member of the Texas Addiction Technology Transfer Center consortium. The consortium’s mission is to increase the number of minority counselors in publicly funded chemical dependency treatment centers and to upgrade the quality of counselor education.
Career Opportunities
Mental Health workers rank among the top 10 fastest growing occupations. Job
openings are expected to grow much faster than the average for all occupations
through 2006. There is a tremendous opportunity for bilingual Licensed Chemical
Dependency Counselors. Graduates care for the mentally disabled and developmentally
challenged, provide substance abuse treatment, work as psychiatric technicians,
provide services in social work settings, and provide services in faith-based
organizations. The average starting salary for Licensed Chemical Dependency
Counselors is $25,000 and approximately $16,000 - $21,000 for mental health
technicians (1 year certificate).
Options
Associate of Applied Science Degree Mental Health & Addiction Studies
Certificate
Mental Health & Addiction Studies ……………..30 credit
hours (1 year)
Advantages of ACC
• Small classes and personal attention..
• ACC is a member of the Texas Addiction Technology Transfer Center consortium
(TATTC). TATTC provide academic scholarships to qualifying students.
• Affordable tuition and fees – Financial assistance available to
those who qualify.
For more information call 281-756-3652 or email MentalHealth@alvincollege.edu.