Focuses on the needs of adolescent assessment and treatment. Emphasis on developmental, cognitive, and physiological issues that are complicated by an adolescent’s use of alcohol or other drugs. Includes using American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) criteria for the assessment and placement of adolescents in Substance Use Disorder (SUD) treatment.
ASP 100 or Instructor Permission
Course Learning Outcomes
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Articulate the importance of understanding individual differences in SUD counseling (age, race, ethnicity, gender/sexual identity or disability).
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Demonstrate professional communication in classroom and practicum sites.
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Articulate the impact of addiction issues on the individual, family and community.
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Develop meaningful Individual Service Plans based on a thorough understanding of American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) dimensions and levels of care.
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Demonstrate professional communication in classroom and practicum sites.
LevelBeginner -
Articulate the importance of understanding individual differences in SUD counseling (age, race, ethnicity, gender/sexual identity or disability).
LevelBeginner -
Develop meaningful Individual Service Plans based on a thorough understanding of American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) dimensions and levels of care.
LevelBeginner
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Demonstrate professional communication in classroom and practicum sites.
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Understand the major psychological theories and current research/literature commonly used in SUD counseling.
LevelBeginner
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Demonstrate professional communication in classroom and practicum sites.
LevelBeginner -
Articulate the importance of understanding individual differences in SUD counseling (age, race, ethnicity, gender/sexual identity or disability).
LevelBeginner -
Articulate the impact of addiction issues on the individual, family and community.
LevelBeginner
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Demonstrate professional communication in classroom and practicum sites.
LevelBeginner -
Understand the professional and ethical responsibilities of Substance Use Disorder (SUD) counselors.
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Articulate the importance of understanding individual differences in SUD counseling (age, race, ethnicity, gender/sexual identity or disability).
LevelBeginner -
Articulate the impact of addiction issues on the individual, family and community.
LevelBeginner
Core Topics
- Issues presented in adolescent assessment and treatment
- Theories of adolescent development
- ARY/CHINS petition processes
- Mandatory reporting of child abuse and neglect
- risk/protective factors