Addictions Minor (For Rehabilitation Science Majors Only)
Department website: https://www.atu.edu/krs
The Addictions minor provides students with a foundational understanding of substance use, addiction, and recovery. This interdisciplinary program explores the biological, psychological, and social factors influencing addiction, as well as prevention, treatment, and policy approaches. Students will examine various types of addiction, including substance-related and behavioral addictions, and develop skills in assessment, intervention, and support strategies. Ideal for students pursuing careers in healthcare, social work, counseling, criminal justice, or public health, this minor equips graduates with the knowledge to work in addiction prevention, rehabilitation, and advocacy settings. Coursework includes topics such as addiction science, assessment and treatment strategies, impact on family, and ethical considerations in the field.
The minor in addictions is only for Rehabilitation Science majors.