SOCW 215 - Introduction to Addiction Counseling

3 Credits:

Course Description
This course provides an in-depth look at counseling techniques considered most effective in the treatment of addictive disorders. Students will study theory and knowledge of treatment practices, including the following topics: working relationships, stages of change, treatment modalities, case management, intervention techniques, assessment, and placement. 

Prerequisite SOCW 101, SOCW 105

A. Explain neurobiology of addiction. 

B. Examine different models of addiction. 

C. Identify levels of care during stages of change. 

D. Recognize evidence-based practices. 

E. Identify steps in building working relationships with clients. 

F. Explain stages of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. 

G. Discuss the role of supervision in addiction counseling. 

H. Discuss family counseling interventions.   

I. Identify relapse prevention strategies. 

Content
A. Neurobiology 

B. Treatment models  

C. Stages of change 

D. Evidence-based practices 

E. Working relationships 

F. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy 

G. Supervision 

H. Family counseling 

I. Relapse prevention strategies 

Student Evaluation
A. Essay and objective examinations 

B. Essay and objective examinations, written assignments 

C. Essay and objective examinations, written assignments 

D. Essay and objective examinations, written assignments 

E. Essay and objective examinations, class presentations 

F. Essay and objective examinations, class presentation, written assignments 

G. Essay and objective examinations, class presentation, written assignments 

H. Essay and objective examinations, written assignments 

I. Essay and objective examinations, written assignments