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Addictions Counseling A.A. (on campus)

Addictions Counseling A.A. (on campus)

ASSOCIATE OF ARTS – ON-CAMPUS

Help Others Find Freedom

In a world where almost everything is readily accessible, substance abuse, unhealthy behaviors and destructive thinking patterns are very real challenges. Become equipped to deal biblically with these issues and to help people out of enslaving habits to find freedom.

Be mentored by caring professors
Find your fit in our community
Get involved and make a difference

PREPARATION FOR LIFE

Career Potential

Associate of Arts: Business Administration

You will be prepared to start working or continue your learning to help others break free from addiction through:

  • Working in addiction treatment facilities
  • Pursuing a Bachelor of Science and master’s degrees, which can allow you to be certified for Addictions Counseling
Associate of Arts: Business Administration

“CSU has become one of my favorite places because of the experiences and friendships that have been provided. While education is very important, CSU recognizes that an education is not just academics, but a well-rounded education includes growth in all areas of life.”

Stephanie Leisinger

Early Childhood Education Major | Coudersport, PA

SKILL DEVELOPMENT

What Will You Learn?

In all of the programs at CSU, you’ll be interacting with small class sizes and professors who really care and desire to mentor you. You’ll not only receive quality academics to prepare you for your career, but discipleship to prepare you for life.

Associate of Arts: Business Administration
Identify addiction problems

Gain a deeper understanding of, and learn to recognize, addictions, abuse and enslaving choices.

Combine biblical truth and practical steps

Learn how God’s truth can be paired with the other resources He has given us to treat addictions effectively.

Confront spiritual and psychological issues

Understand the causes of addictions, and learn how they can be combated from their root issues.

YOUR COURSES

What You Will Study

Each of your courses will be taught from a biblical worldview, and you’ll learn with an intimate group of peers led by professors who care about your success.

All courses are 3 credits unless noted.
Course Descriptions can be found in the catalog.

First Year
Fall Semester
Spring Semester
  • CSU First Year Experience [CSU101] – 0 credits
  • Principles of Bible Study [BI100]
  • Bible Survey [BI111]
  • Academic and Researched Writing [EN121]
  • Living Well [HP101] – 1 credit
  • Introduction to Counseling [PS203]
  • Speech Communication [SP100]
  • World Religions [EV220]
  • General Psychology [PS100]
  • Marriage and Family Dynamics [PS414]
  • Building a Biblical Lifestyle [TH120]
  • Theology Survey [TH211]

This is an example of what your course schedule may look like; your actual schedule will be determined when you register.

Second Year
Fall Semester
Spring Semester
  • Understanding and Treating Addiction [PS117]
  • Substance Addictions [PS227]
  • Abnormal Psychology [PS303]
  • Adult Development [PS307]
  • Counseling Elective
  • Behavioral Addictions [PS219]
  • Dynamics of Discipleship [PS310]
  • Crisis Counseling [PS416]
  • Biblical Studies Elective
  • Counseling Elective

This is an example of what your course schedule may look like; your actual schedule will be determined when you register.

Program Highlights
  • Develop a strong foundation of biblical knowledge in a field with many conflicting views.
  • Get solid training for pursuing further education in the field of counseling.
Learn to help a hurting world.

Fuel your compassion for the hurting, and equip yourself to help them escape destructive habits, behaviors and thoughts to find freedom.

Meet our Faculty

You’ll learn from professors who care deeply about you and your goals.

BEST CHOICE

CSU is Affordable

We believe every student should have the opportunity to choose a biblical higher education—regardless of their financial circumstance. That’s why we’re committed to keeping costs for students as low as possible.

UNDERGRADUATE

Average Cost

Before federal and state grants

*Anticipated typical cost for first-time, full-time, residential undergraduate CSU students for 2024-25. This cost includes tuition, housing, meals, general fee and CSU scholarships. Your total cost can be even lower if you qualify for more aid, including federal and state grants which do not have to be paid back.

Information provided by the National Center for Education Statistics.

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WHY CSU?

You want to
choose a university:

  • Where you can enhance your future.
  • Where you will grow in your relationship with Christ.
  • Where you truly find your fit.

Every class at CSU is carefully crafted to help you take your career and ministry to the next level. You will be immersed in principles from God’s Word as you learn practical tools and gain valuable training to apply to your career.

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See how you fit in here at CSU, where you'll learn through a biblical worldview, become part of an encouraging community and prepare to serve Christ through your life and career.

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