CAS 242 - Fundamentals of Substance Abuse and Addictions

Credit(s): 3

Prerequisite(s): PSYX 100 or PSYX 150 or instructor’s consent.
This course is an introduction to the field of addiction counseling. It focuses on current therapeutic trends, strategies, and modalities used in the treatment of addictions. Relapse and prevention strategies, along with treatment of special populations, will also be covered. (Spring Semester)

Course Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of the course, students will be able to

List the current therapeutic strategies used in the treatment of addictions.
Explain the various treatment modalities used in addiction counseling.
Identify and understand the issues in addiction and the family.
Identify and understand the strategies and the models of relapse and prevention.
Identify and understand the various models of treatment for addiction of adolescent and adult populations.