HMSV 2150 - Substance Abuse & Treatment

Academic Division: Liberal Arts
Academic Discipline: Human Services

Assistant Dean: Steve Haynes PhD

3 Credit(s)
This course examines the biological, psychological, and societal forces that encourage the use, misuse, abuse and addiction to drugs. Specific drug classifications and the effect of these drugs on the individual will be explored. Theories and models of addition and treatment will be explored as will DSM5 criteria. Assessments used in the field will be introduced. The need for generalist training in the field of Human Services will be emphasized. UG

3 Lecture Hour(s);

Required Prerequisite Course(s): Take HMSV 1150

Standard Grading Scale
93-100 A

90 - 92 A-

87- 89 B+

83 - 86 B

80 -82 B-

77- 79 C+

73 - 76 C

70 -72 C-

67- 69 D+

63 - 66 D

60 -62 D-

00- 59 F

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