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Nov 23, 2024
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DAR* 111: Addiction Counseling3 Credits
(Formerly DARC 111)
Provides an overview of the major historical counseling theories such as Psychoanalytic, Adlerian, Person Centered and Gestalt as well as more current and evidenced-based theories such as CBT, MET, Solution Focused and Brief therapies as they pertain to addiction counseling. This course will also examine various recovery theories/methods such as 12 step and medication assisted therapies. Students will be introduced to various counselor/counseling skill and techniques through classroom experience and explore culturally sensitive issues in the client/counselor relationship. Issues pertaining to substance use and mental health disorders (co-occurring disorders) will also be examined. Addiction counselor codes of ethics will also be reviewed.
Prerequisites: Eligibility for ENG* 101 . DARC majors must pass this course with a “C” or better.
Offered: Fall, Spring
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