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Associate of Alcohol and Substance Abuse Studies

Genesee Community College

Batavia, United States
2 years
English
On campus
Associate

About the program

Transfer-oriented associate degree on substance use and treatment for future social work and human services students.

Program highlights

Internship available: yes
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Explain the principal concepts and methods of Alcohol and Substance Abuse Studies. Apply knowledge involving liberal arts general education combined with courses on the effects of substance use. Interpret relevant information
Work on discipline-specific assignments
And communicate findings effectively.

Career outcomes

Community health worker
Counseling psychologist
Counselor
Health educator
Healthcare social worker
Marriage and family therapist
Mental health and substance abuse social worker
Mental health counselor
Psychiatric aide
Further study (transfer)

Curriculum

Liberal arts general education combined with courses on the effects of substance use
Environmental and social factors
Multiple causes and treatment modalities. Two field placement courses are required so students observe professionals. Designed as a foundation for transfer into social work
Human services or substance abuse majors.

Entry requirements

Academic

Official high school transcripts with certified English translation if needed
Proof of financial funding
Passport copy and proof of English proficiency for non-native speakers
F-1 degree-seeking applicants. No minimum GPA is published.

Accepted academic background

Official high school transcripts with certified English translation if needed (foreign college transcripts via WES for transfer credit), Proof of financial funding, Copy of passport, Proof of English proficiency for non-native English speakers.

Language tests

IELTS 5.5
TOEFL iBT 48
PTE Academic 42
Duolingo 85
Institutional test ELS Level 109

Documents you’ll need

Academic Transcripts
Passport Copy
English Language Test Results (If Applicable)
Proof of Financial Support (For Visa If Applicable).

How to apply

Review the current entry requirements and availability for Associate of Science in Alcohol and Substance Abuse Studies at Genesee Community College. Complete the institution application form for the desired program and submit relevant academic transcripts and identification documents. Provide accepted language-proficiency evidence if it is part of the admission criteria. Pay the application fee according to the current institutional payment instructions. If admitted
Follow the enrollment instructions and arrange a student visa or study permit if applicable.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$6,800 USD
Application fee	$75 USD
Deposit	$500 USD

Program details

Campus	Batavia (main campus)
Faculty or school	Human Services
Department	Department of Alcohol and Substance Abuse Studies
Teaching language	English
Credit value	60
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	1 year
Scholarship note	International students can apply for Foundation scholarships and lacrosse athletic scholarships (https://genesee.edu/admissions/international-students/).

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
January 2027
Applications closed
10 Mar 2026
Closed
Program starts
August 2027
Apply by
5 Mar 2027
111 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 2 years.