COUN 549 - Foundations Addict Counseling

3 Credit(s)

This course provides counselors in training with an overview of the addictive process and the practice of addiction counseling. Models and theories of addiction along with professional issues in addiction counseling, co-occurring disorders, such as process addictions will be addressed. Students will demonstrate conceptual knowledge, practical skills, and self-awareness concerning the etiology of addiction and its impact across the life-span, including criminology, neurological and societal implications. Assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of addictions with diversity and advocacy issues also being explored.