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

College Wide Outcomes

College-Wide Learning Outcome	Assessments - - How it is met & When it is met
Communication – Written
Communication – Speech
Intercultural Knowledge and Competence
Critical Thinking
Information Literacy
Quantitative Literacy

Student Learning Outcomes for Course

Outcomes	Assessments – How it is met & When it is met
1. Describe the Human Services generalist approach in dealing with AOD clients.	Exams- weeks 4, 8, 12, and 16; Article Abstracts- weeks 3, 5, 9, and 11
2. Identify categories and classifications of psychoactive drugs, routes of administration and the effects on the human body.	Exams- weeks 4, 8, 12, and 16; Article Abstracts- weeks 3, 5, 9, and 11
3. Define theories of Addiction, including the Disease Concept.	Exams- week 8; Article Abstracts- weeks 3, 5, 9, and 11
4. Describe DSM 5 criteria for substance abuse and substance dependency.	Exam- week 8
5. Utilize assessment tools to evaluate substance abuse.	Exam- week 8; Article Abstracts- weeks 3, 5, 9, and 11
6. Describe traditional and nontraditional approaches, strategies and interventions for addiction treatment.	Exam- week 12; Article Abstracts- weeks 3, 5, 9, and 11; Web Assignment – week 15
7. Identify the core principles of 12-step programs.	Exam- week 12
8. Describe relapse and relapse prevention models.	Exam- week 16; Article Abstracts- weeks 3, 5, 9, and 11.
9. Discuss prevention models.	Exam- week 16; Article Abstracts- weeks 3, 5, 9, and 11.

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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