Introduction to Substance Abuse

Community College of Vermont - Rutland, VT

An introduction to the causes, symptoms, and stages of drug and alcohol abuse. Topics include factors which lead to drug use and abuse, signs and symptoms of abuse and addiction, stages of chemical dependency, and career opportunities for those interested in substance abuse counseling and treatment. Includes six hours of relevant ethics training.
 

    1. List commonly abused substances and describe their effects on the body, the brain and behavior.
    2. Identify physical symptoms and behavioral signs of substance abuse and identify the stages of dependency.
    3. Describe psychological, sociological, physiological and cultural factors that may encourage chemical dependency.
    4. Describe the societal influences on and expectations of certain groups, (i.e. males, females, adolescents, the elderly), that may encourage or discourage substance abuse.
    5. Identify current strategies and resources for abuse intervention, prevention and treatment.
    6. Identify career opportunities in substance abuse counseling and treatment professions and formulate a plan which addresses educational, certification and licensure requirements for a chosen career.
    7. Understand ethical standards guiding professional conduct with clients in the context of HIPAA and the Code of Federal Regulations Title 42, Part 2.

 

Master's degree required.

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