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5626. Addiction and Substance Abuse Counseling
3.00 credits
Prerequisites: Instructor consent required. Open only to students in the LPC Certificate program.
Grading Basis: Graded
Provides counselors an overview of the addictive process. Theories of substance abuse and addictions counseling and application of these theories will comprise a significant part of this course. In particular, this course will instruct students on how to apply different theories to individuals from minitorized or underrepresented backgrounds in a culturally component, ethical, equitable manner. Students will develop a strong base of conceptual knowledge, practical skills concerning the etiology of addiction, and understand the purpose of assessment in addiction work. Finally, the class will also address wellness strategies for optimal service delivery and preventing clinician burnout.
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