Overview
The Human and Social Services – Addiction Studies Major at Cincinnati State prepares graduates for employment in a variety of human services, social services, and behavioral health settings, with a focus on chemical dependency treatment.
Graduates of the program earn an Associate of Applied Science degree, and obtain the education required to apply for multiple credentials through the Ohio Chemical Dependency Professionals (CDP) Board.
The Ohio CDP Board application process requires earning passing grades in all relevant coursework, including mandatory practicum experience. In addition, those seeking credentialing must submit an official transcript, complete the required field experience hours, and complete other steps outlined on the Ohio CDP Board website: https://ocdp.ohio.gov.
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Career Outlook
Graduates Are Prepared To
- Perform treatment planning, assessment, crisis intervention, individual and group counseling, case management and education services as they relate to abuse of and dependency on alcohol and other drugs.
- Provide treatment services identified and listed in the Ohio Administrative Code as they relate to abuse of and dependency on alcohol and other drugs.
- Refer individuals with non-chemical dependency conditions to appropriate sources of help.
- (Job responsibilities from Ohio Administrative Code Rule 4758-6-03 description of tasks performed by individuals holding a valid chemical dependency counselor II license)
Representative Job Titles For Graduates
- Addiction Counselor
- Substance Abuse Counselor
- Substance Use Disorder Counselor
Graduate Employment Outlook
According to JobsOhio, employment for substance abuse counselors/addiction counselors in the Southwest Ohio region is expected to increase by more than 20 percent through 2028.
Median wage: $23.03/hour
Graduate Starting Salary Projections
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Curriculum
Effective 2025-2026 academic year
| Semester 1 | Lec | Lab | Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FYE 1XX First Year Experience Elective (B) | 1 | 0 | 1 | |
| ENG 101 | English Composition 1 ( G) | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| ADC 100 | Drugs in Society ( B) | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| ADC 105 | Addiction, Counseling, and Diversity ( B) | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| PSY 110 | Introduction to Psychology ( G) | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Semester 2 | ||||
| HSV 110 | Introduction to Human Services ( B) | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| HSV 115 | Counseling and Interviewing Techniques ( T) | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| ADC 115 | Ethics in Addiction Treatment ( T) | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| ADC 125 | Relapse, Treatment, and Prevention ( T) | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Semester 3 | ||||
| ENG 10X English Composition Elective (G) | 3 | 0 | 3 | |
| ADC 200 | Dual Diagnosis: Substance Abuse and Mental Illness ( T) | 4 | 0 | 4 |
| HSV 210 | Treatment Planning and Documentation ( G) | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| PSY 225 | Lifespan Development ( T) | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Semester 4 | ||||
| HSV 215 | Group Work in Human Services ( T) | 4 | 0 | 4 |
| HSV 291 | Human Services Practicum 1 ( T) | 1 | 10 | 2 |
| SOC 105 | Introduction to Sociology ( B) | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| MAT 131 | Statistics 1 ( G) | 2 | 2 | 3 |
| Semester 5 | ||||
| HSV 220 | Family Theory and Services ( T) | 4 | 0 | 4 |
| HSV 292 | Human Services Practicum 2 ( T) | 1 | 10 | 2 |
| COMM 105 | Interpersonal Communication ( B) | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| XXX XXX Arts and Humanities Elective (G) | 3 | 0 | 3 | |
| Total Credits: | 59 | 22 | 62 | |
Electives
| FYE Elective | ||
| FYE 100 | Essentials for College Success | 1 |
| FYE 105 | Skills for College and Personal Success | 2 |
| FYE 110 | Intensive College Success Strategies | 3 |
| FYE 120 | College Success Strategies: Campus Integration | 4 |
| English Composition Elective | ||
| ENG 102 | English Composition 2: Contemporary Issues | 3 |
| ENG 103 | English Composition 2: Writing about Literature | 3 |
| ENG 104 | English Composition 2: Technical Communication | 3 |
| ENG 105 | English Composition 2: Business Communication | 3 |
| Arts and Humanities Elective | ||
| Any OT36 Approved course from: ART, LIT, MUS, PHI, REL, or COMM 130 or any course from ASL, FRN, SPN | ||