Alcohol/Drug Counseling is a self-support program and not eligible for general BCC tuition waiver programs; however, students who qualify may receive financial aid. All students interested in completing the Alcohol/Drug Counseling Program regardless of prior academic experience are encouraged to apply for financial aid. Contact the financial aid office at 425-564-2227, online at www.bcc.ctc.edu, or in person in B125.

Program Information

Welcome to the Alcohol/Drug Counseling Program at Bellevue Community College (BCC). Our program provides the knowledge, skills, attitudes and training required for counseling in the field of chemical dependency intervention, prevention and treatment. Courses are designed for the individual who:

• Is completing state requirements to become a Chemical Dependency Professional (CDP) outlined in the RCW 18.205 and WAC 388-805.
• Is completing requirements to become a Probation Assessment Officer (PAO) as outlined in the WAC 388-805-220.
• Is completing the requirements to become a certified Alcohol/Drug Information School (ADIS) Instructor
• Is completing the requirements for certification as a Substance Abuse Prevention Specialist (SAPS) as outlined by the Prevention Specialist Certification Board of Washington.
• Is completing the requirements to receive the Bellevue Community College "Certificate of Achievement" in Alcohol/Drug Counseling.
• Is seeking Continuing Education Hours for maintaining current state and national certification or applying for re-certification.
• Is interested in learning more about addiction and how it affects individuals, families and society.

New students seeking certification as CDP or PAO must meet with Paul Weatherly, the Alcohol/Drug Counseling Program Director, prior to registration for classes and commencement of their studies. Students typically have many questions about the field of chemical dependency treatment, job availability, applicable prior learning and, sometimes, personal recovery issues that are best addressed in individual meetings. These appointments may be conducted by telephone; however, meetings in person are usually more productive. This first point of contact is crucial in establishing a coordinated and informed entrance into the program as well as learning the importance of how to effectively use supervision in the field of addiction treatment The Alcohol/Drug Studies program office in R130 is open Monday through Friday from 8:00AM to 5:00PM; however, the Program Director has flexible office hours to accommodate the needs of working students and other individuals who are unavailable to meet during normal office hours. Interested individuals need to call (425) 564-2012 to set up an appointment.

Questions about the program may be sent by e-mail to pweather@bcc.ctc.edu

CALL (425) 564-2012 TO RECEIVE PROGRAM QUARTERLY BROCHURE.

WEB-Based Learning Courses

Tthe ALDAC program is now available in a web-based learning format. All of the courses in the program will become available a minimum of twice a year in an online learning environment. These courses will utilize software called SharePoint and will be available via the MyBCC portal. At this time, students will be assessed an evaluation fee of $25 in addition to the regular class fee. This fee covers the additional costs of instruction inherent in online environments. These courses are ideal for individuals employed as CDPT's who do not have the time or access to attend traditional college courses on campus. For more information please contact our office at 425-564-2012 and ask our office staff to set up time for you to speak with the program director or email at pweather@bcc.ctc.edu.

Prior Learning Assessment

The Alcohol/Drug Studies Program provides students with experience in the field of addiciton counseling to earn credit via a prior learning assessment portfolio process. Experience is evaluated and credit rewarded based on the number of credits for individual classes on a course by course basis. To be eligilbe to earn prior learning credit a student must do a minimum of ten credits in residence at Bellevue Community College. Students interested in documenting course work via the prior learning portfolio process need to register for ALDAC 104. Please contact the Paul Weatherly for more information if you are interested in the process.

Continuing Education for Chemical Dependency Professionals

Students interested in taking courses for continuing education hours or CEU's are encouraged to take advantage of non-credit workshops and seminars. These courses to do not require an application to the college for students to attend. Students may register for these workshops by contacting our office at 425-564-2012 and asking our office staff for assistance.

Books

The BCC Bookstore is located on the Main Campus in the Student Services Building. Call 425-564-2285 for information. You can order books online at http://bookstore.bcc.ctc.edu.

If you have any questions about courses or policies please call the ALDAC program at 425-564-2012. The Alcohol Drug Counseling Office is located in R130, and office hours are 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, Monday thru Friday.

Disabled Students

It is important that all students with disabilities contact the Disability Support Services Office (Student Union-Quiet Study Lounge) well in advance of starting classes. Requests for special accommodations should be made at least 20 instructional days prior to need. Disability services can be reached at 425-564-2498 (TTY: 425-564-4110).

To Register

If you have not attended BCC for two consecutive quarters (not including summer) you will need to fill out a BCC application form. These are available on our web site at www.bcc.ctc.edu, in the Alcohol/Drug Counseling Office in (R130), or by mail. (If you have difficulties applying for the current quarter please contact our office.) You can obtain an admission form by mail or by contacting the program office at 425-564-2012. You may register for classes in the program office (R130), via touchtone (425-564-2625), online at www.bcc.ctc.edu, by telephone at 425-564-2012, or by mail (contact office for mailing address and instructions). There is a fee for applying to BCC.

Prerequisite and Permission Classes

Some classes require a prerequisite or director permission. To register for these classes online or through general registration you need to obtain a entry code from the program director. Please contact our office at 425-564-2012 for an appointment with the program director to obtain the code.

Late Registration Fees and Payment Policy

Upon registration payment isdue within seven calendar days of your registration OR the first day of the quearter, whichever comes first. If you register on or after the first day of the quarter, tuition and fees are due immediately. If you are dropped from classes for non-payment you will be charged an additional $15.48 fee to re-register (on a space available basis).

Registration for classes will require a Blue Card the second week of the class. Payment for classes with the Blue Card must be made immediately or students will be dropped the next day for non-payment. Beginning Students registering during the third week of classes will be required to obtain a Red Card. There will be a $103.20 late fee per class with a Red Card and payment must be made immediately or student will be dropped for non-payment. For information about registration fees and payment policy related to the Alcohol/Drug counseling Program please contact our office at 425-564-2012 for assistance.

Payment for courses in the ALDAC program cannot be accepted in this office and must be sent directly to the Cashier’s office (B126) either in person or by mail (money order or check made payable to Bellevue Community College) contact 425-564-2304 for mailing address and instructions. Students registering by touchtone or online may make payment by credit card.

In order to DROP a course, you must come into the program office (R130) in person. We apologize, but we are prohibited from processing dropped classes over the telephone. Dropped classes will be refunded in accordance with Alcohol/Drug Counseling Program Refund policy.

Refund Policy

The Alcohol Drug Counseling program has updated its refund policy. Students enrolled in classes meeting weekly are entitled to a refund through the first 8% of instructional days of a course (these are college instructional days, not class days). There can be no refunds after this point. For one and two day workshops, students must withdraw before the class start date to receive a refund.  All drops must be reported as soon as possible to our main office in R130 in order to receive a refund. If you drop via touchtone, on the web or through Student Services, you will still need to notify us of the drop. The college charges a $7.22 processing fee on all refunds . This fee is not applied to canceled classes. Please call our office at (425) 564-2012 for specific dates/further explanation.

Parking

Parking Permits are free but required from 6AM to 3PM Monday thru Friday. Please contact the cashiers office or campus security. Please consult the BCC website at www.bcc.ctc.edu for maps and more information about parking on campus.