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Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention Program

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To ensure compliance with the Drug Free Schools and Communities Act of 1989 the college has established a comprehensive institutional Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention Program (DAAPP).

A Drug and Alcohol Prevention Program Committee (DAAPPC) oversees compliance with the program, conducts a biennial review of the program to determine its effectiveness, to implement changes if needed, and ensure that disciplinary sanctions are being consistently enforced. A biennial report is published.

The college offers drug and alcohol abuse prevention counseling services to students, and counseling referral services to employees via the Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Drug and alcohol awareness and prevention events are scheduled in October and April. An online assessment and self-help screening tools are available to determine potential abuse of alcohol and drugs. The college provides a listing of institutional and community resources, including a list of drug and alcohol treatment facilities.

One fake pill can kill

The Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) issued a public safety alert Sept. 27, 2021 on counterfeit pills that are made to look like real prescription opioid medications such as oxycodone (Oxycontin®, Percocet®), hydrocodone (Vicodin®), and alprazolam (Xanax®); or stimulants like amphetamines (Adderall®). These fake pills are illegally manufactured and often sold online through social media and other platforms, making them easily accessible to anyone, including young adults.

Resources for Students

TTC Counseling and Career Development Office
843-574-6131

Charleston Center
843-958-3300

MUSC Institute of Psychiatry, Center for Drug and Alcohol Programs
843-792-9162

The Ernest E. Kennedy Center
843-577-9181

CASAS, Counseling and Substance Abuse Services
843-953-5640

Palmetto Lowcountry Behavioral Health
843-747-5830

Resources for Faculty and Staff

Employee Assistance Program-MYgroup
800-633-3353
704-529-1428

Charleston Center
843-958-3300

MUSC Institute of Psychiatry, Center for Drug and Alcohol Programs
843-792-9162

The Ernest E. Kennedy Center
843-577-9181

Alcoholics Anonymous
843-554-2998

Narcotics Anonymous
843-852-3001

Testing Services

Charleston Center
843-958-3000

Lowcountry Drug Screening
843-747-3224

St. Andrews Medical Center
843-763-2000


The Drug Free Schools and Communities Act of 1989

Self-Help Screening Tools