Minor in Addictions Studies
The Department of Addictions Studies and Behavioral Health offers a Minor in Addictions Studies at the undergraduate level. This minor is perfect for students who might be entering other fields but who would find a foundational understanding of Addictions Studies helpful in the performance of their duties.
To speak to an advisor about adding the Addictions Studies Minor, please contact Shavron Kelley at 708.534.4923, or by e-mail at s-kelley@govst.edu. (E-mail is preferred.)
Requirements for a Minor in Addictions Studies
Students must meet all university requirements for a minor. In addition, students must:
- Complete a study plan with the Academic Advisor;
- Complete all courses required for the minor with a grade of "C" or better;
- Choose ONE course from each section to complete the required 18 hours.
Required Courses for a Minor in Addictions Studies:
ADDS 500-Substance Abuse: Current Concepts (3)
OR
ADDS 550-Substance Abuse Issues in Health Care (3)
ADDS 501-Addictions Counseling: A Multicultural Perspective (3)
OR
ADDS 552-Disparity and Diversity in Substance Abuse (3)
ADDS 505-Addictions: Recovery Process (3)
OR
ADDS 526-The Adolescent Substance Abuser (3)
ADDS 518-Substance Abuse: A System Approach (3)
OR
ADDS 540-Drugs and Society: Controversial Issues (3)
ADDS 521-Screening, Referral, and Treatment Planning (3)
OR
ADDS 551-Substance Abuse Screening in Health Care (3)
ADDS 522-Clinical Skills in Substance Abuse (3)
OR
ADDS 512-Changing Health Behaviors (3)
Total – 18 hours