HMSV 2160 - Substance Abuse Counseling: Core Functions

Academic Division:

Liberal Arts

Academic Discipline:

Human Services

Assistant Dean: Steve Haynes PhD

3 Credit(s)
This course will demonstrate the base of knowledge and skills necessary for addictions counseling. Students will develop and demonstrate knowledge of the 12 core functions of a substance abuse counselor. It will prepare students for further education in the specialized field of addictions counseling. UG

3 Lecture Hour(s);

Required Prerequisite Course(s): Take HMSV 2150

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. Demonstrate knowledge of Code of Ethics	Exams- weeks 6, 11 and 16. Paper- week 4
2. Demonstrate knowledge of Levels of Care	Exams-weeks 6 and 16. Oral Report- weeks 4 and 5
3. Define theories of Addiction, including the Disease Concept	Exams- week 6.
4. Describe DSM 5 criteria for substance abuse and substance dependency	Exams- weeks 6,11 and 16
5. Describe assessment tools	Exam- week 6. Oral Report- week 5.
6. Describe traditional and nontraditional approaches, strategies and interventions for addiction treatment	Exams- weeks 11 and16. Oral Report weeks 7, 8, 12 and 13
7. Identify resources available for referral	Exam- week 16. Oral Report-week 13 Paper week 13
8. Demonstrate of knowledge and understanding 12 core functions	Exam- week 16.

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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