Prepare to make a profound difference in the lives of individuals and families as they navigate the journey of recovery with Casper College’s addiction studies program. Our curriculum provides a deep understanding of the physiological and psychological impacts of addiction while training you in evidence-based intervention and treatment strategies. Whether you are a traditional student entering the human services field or a nontraditional learner looking to update your skills for clinical practice, we offer a student-focused environment that prioritizes empathy, ethics, and professional excellence.
We offer flexible pathways to help you enter the workforce or advance your professional credentials in addictionology and human services.
Casper College is a national leader in “affordable excellence,” consistently ranking as one of the best values for higher education in Wyoming. We are committed to helping you understand the investment you are making in your future by providing transparent cost information and personalized support. While individual costs vary based on residency and course load, many students use a combination of federal grants, the Hathaway Scholarship, and other funding sources to help manage their educational expenses.
We encourage you to use our net price calculator and contact our financial aid office for a customized estimate of your costs and aid eligibility.
The demand for compassionate, trained professionals in addiction recovery continues to grow across Wyoming and the nation.
Our program is designed to align with the standards of the Wyoming Mental Health Professions Licensing Board, ensuring your education counts toward your professional goals.
Casper College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
The Associate of Science (A.S.) degree is built for those who wish to continue their education. Casper College has strong transfer agreements with the University of Wyoming, allowing you to move seamlessly into a Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) or a psychology program. Learn more about Transfer Agreements.
You can download it from the Resources section of this web page. Or you can call Lupe at 307-268-2235 and she will be happy to mail you a copy of the guidebook.
Each year there is a different pool of candidates. We never know how many people will apply. In the past couple of years it has been between 40-50 applicants each semester.
We admit 32 students to start in January and August.
Students earn points based on degree GPA, TEAS test scores, and grades they receive in pre-requisite courses and in selected general education courses. Students with the highest points are admitted. See the “Admission Ranking Worksheet” in the Guide to ReNEW AD Nursing for a detailed description.
We do not utilize a waiting list. After accepting the initial students, we rank the remaining qualified applicants according to their point totals and create an alternate list. Because some students maybe provisionally admitted while enrolled in pre-requisite courses, confirmed admissions will take place upon posting of final grades. If accepted students decline or become inelegible, applicants from the alternate list will be invited to join the program. This list remains viable until beginning of the semester and then becomes void. We begin the following admissions period with no preference given to those applicants who had been on the alternate list.
Starting Fall 2024, a CNA License will be required for admission.
In the Fall of 2016 there was a curriculum change to the ReNEW curriculum. We offer an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN). The ReNEW curriculum is a BSN curriculum with an ADN benchmark so students can become an RN and transition into the BSN program offered on-line through UW . There are some areas that are covered more extensively in the baccalaureate degree. These include research and a greater emphasis on leadership. Basic nursing content is the same in both levels of education. Graduates of both degrees take the same licensing exam, the NCLEX-RN.
After being accepted, the program is 2 years (4 semesters).
Casper College offers many courses via distance education including online courses. See the current college catalog for an up-to-date listing of courses offered, including those offered online. All nursing classes utilize the internet (MyCCMoodle) to augment the course’s delivery.
Nursing students or Nursing program applicants who would like a chance for Wyoming Investment in Nursing (WYIN) funds need to contact Align at 800-999-6541 extension 9019 or 9051. Their application and self certification form must be returned to the Enrollment Services office, 3rd floor Gateway Center.
The instructors are phenomenal—they are supportive and truly want you to succeed. I’ve felt prepared and confident in every clinical experience.
Addictions Instructor
Department Chair; Psychology Instructor
Academic Assistant, School of Social & Behavioral Sciences
Interim Dean, School of Social and Behavioral Sciences
