Addiction Services, Minor
Program Details
- Location
- Akron Campus
- Level
- undergraduate
- Degree/Program Type
- minor
- Format
- online,In-person
- Course Info
- Curriculum Guide
- College
- Health and Human Sciences, College of (Dean's Office)
- School/Department
- School of Social Work & Family Sciences
Program Contact
- John M. Ellis, LISW-S, LICDC-CW, ICCS
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Professor of Instruction
330-972-5877
Overview
Why Study Addictions?
Substance Use Disorders (SUDs) affect over 20 million Americans aged 12 and over.
165 million currently abuse alcohol and/or drugs.
31.9 million are currently illegal drug users.
20-50% of clients receiving mental health treatment also have SUDs.
50% of confirmed cases of child maltreatment involve parents with substance abuse problems.
80% of children in foster care due to maltreatment have parents with substance abuse issues.
80% of those incarcerated have a SUD upon entry to prison.
67% of mentally ill jail inmates have SUDs.
78.4% of youth in the juvenile justice system are substance-involved.
Admissions Requirements
Courses must be completed with an earned grade point average of 2.0. Minors are awarded at the time of graduation and posted to the final transcript.
Career Outcomes
The Addiction Services Minor is best suited for students looking to work in the helping professions. This minor is intended for individuals who wish to enhance their knowledge of addiction and addiction treatment.