MCTC's Addiction Counseling Program will teach you the special counseling and interpersonal skills you need to work with individuals troubled by alcohol and drug abuse.
MCTC's program, the oldest in the state, is taught by faculty with many years of clinical experience. You will learn how to counsel individuals as well as groups, highlighting different techniques and emphasizing the importance of interpersonal and cross-cultural communications.
Your coursework will cover the history of alcohol and drug counseling, pharmacology, assessment, counseling theories, skills, and case management responsibilities. You will learn how to effectively assess and diagnose clients' individual needs, manage their cases for the best results, keep accurate reports and records, and determine when referral or intervention is necessary.
During the program you will receive extensive hands-on training through one of the many internships available at alcohol- and drug-specific agencies. The faculty will stay in close touch with you and your internship supervisors to monitor progress. As a student intern, you will receive performance-based evaluations so you can continually improve your counseling approach.
The Addiction Counseling Program prepares students for required Minnesota Alcohol and Drug Counselor licensure. MCTC also has an articulation agreement with Metropolitan State University (MSU) where students can complete baccalaureate level education in the field. MSU coursework is offered at the MCTC campus location.
Refer to the 2009-10 College Catalog for the requirements to degrees, diplomas and/or certificates available through the Addiction Counseling program.
Read MCTC's articulation agreements with other colleges and universities.
| Name | Office | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Holbert, Victoria | K.1505 | 612-659-6051 |
| Faculty | ||
| Lofgren, Jonathan | K.1507 | 612-659-6468 |
| Faculty | ||
| McCall, Janice | B.1100 | 612-659-6117 |
| Office & Admin Specialist | ||
| McDougal, Bayla | K.1511 | 612-659-6469 |
| Coordinator, Faculty | ||
| Mosby, Deborah | K.1515 | 612-659-6000 |
| Faculty | x4002 | |
| Tessier, Ted | H.1515 | 612-659-6000 |
| Faculty | x4007 | |
