Course Description: This program is certified by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation – Court Ordered Programs. It is required by law for minors convicted of first or subsequent offenses for the purchase, possession or consumption of alcoholic beverages in addition to assessment of a fine. Failure to complete the alcohol awareness course within 90 days of conviction will result in a license suspension of up to 6 months. This course is also appropriate for DUI-Minor offenders, and as a sanction for those who have consumed alcohol in violation of their probation or parole, are under the age of 21, and do not appear to have a major substance abuse problem.
This two-session program is designed to help participants increase their knowledge about alcohol and drugs among young people. The curriculum contains information on the following topics: societal values related to alcohol consumption by minors, the influence of alcohol advertising on young people; the physical, social and psychological effects of alcohol upon young people; the relationship between motor vehicles and other accidents and alcohol use; relevant laws relating to the purchase, possession or consumption of alcoholic beverages by minors, drinking patterns and problems of young people including abuse and addiction and decision-making skills.
Qualified participants may choose to attend the Online version via Zoom.
The cost for this course is $65. Refunds or class transfers must be requested at least one day prior to the start of class. After this period, students will be required to register and pay for another class.
Students are required to register and pay prior to the first class. It is recommended that students register as early as possible, because classes reach maximum enrollment quickly.
Students with outstanding obligations to Amarillo College may not be allowed to enroll in or complete a continuing education course until their obligations are fulfilled. Students who have received a Criminal Trespass Warning from Amarillo College will not be allowed to enroll in courses held on any AC campus unless the warning has been lifted.
Students must be on time and attend all sessions in consecutive order. There will be no exceptions or make-up classes allowed.
Students are required to bring a translator with them if they have limited or no proficiency in the English language.
Participants may choose to attend in person or via Zoom (see option below).
For questions regarding our programs, call: (806) 457-4452 or (806) 457-4468 or email rrdominguez@actx.edu.
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You may also visit us at www.actx.edu/intervention.
For Zoom class registration, visit the Online version via Zoom page.
You must use a credit/debit card to pay at the time of online registration.
Click the green "Register Now" button below the list of courses. On the next page, either scroll down to find the "Alcohol Ed Program for Minors" course listings or use the search for "Minors" in the green menu bar, to find your preferred class dates.
Then click “Add to Cart” to continue.
Complete the registration form, enclose check or credit card information, and mail to:
Amarillo College
Registrar’s Office
Po Box 447
Amarillo, Tx 79178
No acknowledgment will be mailed.
Complete the registration form, including credit/debit card information, and fax to:
Intervention Programs, (806) 322-9866
No acknowledgment will be mailed.
Payment is due at the time of enrollment. A place in the class will not be reserved if payment has not been made in full.
Note: Hours Vary By Campus and During Holidays/Summer.
Any student who, because of a disabling condition, may require some special arrangements in order to meet course requirements, should contact Disability Services as soon as possible.
Course ID# | Days | Dates | Times | Location |
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230753 | Mon/Wed | May 19 & 21 | 6:00pm-9:30pm | AC First Responders, 3891 Plains Blvd, Room 1057 |
236082 | Mon/Wed | June 30 & July 2 | 6:00pm-9:30pm | AC First Responders, 3891 Plains Blvd, Room 1057 |
236083 | Mon/Wed | August 11 & 13 | 6:00pm-9:30pm | AC First Responders, 3891 Plains Blvd, Room 1057 |