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Antelope Valley College

PSY102 - Introduction to Alcohol and Other Drug Studies

Course Description

This course is a study of the basic concepts of chemical dependency. Biological, psychological and socio-cultural factors of drug abuse and dependence will be explored. The impact of addiction on families and society; contemporary treatment techniques, and the addiction counseling profession will be covered. Students interested in being certified as a drug and alcohol counselor should begin with this course. This course is also appropriate for all students interested in learning more about alcohol and other drug uses, abuse and dependency. (UC, CSU, AVC)

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Tuition & Fees

Tuition and mandatory fees only. Financial aid may apply. Please contact your local Financial Aid Office for details.

Location

Online

Units

3.0 semester units

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Course Sections

Winter 2026 - Semester

Jan 5 to Feb 7
crn: 11367
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Time: TBA
Professor(s): Duane Rumsey
Live Seat Count: 29 available seats - (23 days ago)
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Spring 2026 - Semester

Feb 9 to Jun 6
crn: 37804
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Time: TBA
Professor(s): Duane Rumsey
Live Seat Count: 9 available seats - (about 18 hours ago)
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Summer 2025 - Semester

Jun 9 to Aug 2
crn: 53183
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Time: TBA
Professor(s): Duane Rumsey
Live Seat Count: 21 available seats - (6 months ago)
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Fall 2025 - Semester

Aug 18 to Dec 6
crn: 78752
Format:
Time: TBA
Professor(s): Duane Rumsey
Live Seat Count: 12 available seats - (about 2 months ago)
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Oct 13 to Dec 6
crn: 79842
Format:
Time: TBA
Professor(s): Duane Rumsey
Live Seat Count: 18 available seats - (about 2 months ago)
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Oct 13 to Dec 6
crn: 78829
Format:
Time: TBA
Professor(s): Duane Rumsey
Live Seat Count: 12 available seats - (about 2 months ago)
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