Counselor skills training in screening, evaluation, and referral for Substance Use Disorder patients. Focus is on duties of case managers such as service coordination, knowledge of community resources, and documentation (including treatment planning, clinical/progress notes, discharge summaries, etc.). Introduction to ASAM assessment/placement, confidentiality and federal, state, and agency policies.
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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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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Understand the professional and ethical responsibilities of Substance Use Disorder (SUD) counselors.
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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.
LevelBeginner -
Articulate the impact of addiction issues on the individual, family and community.
LevelBeginner
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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.
LevelBeginner -
Understand the professional and ethical responsibilities of Substance Use Disorder (SUD) counselors.
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.
LevelBeginner -
Articulate the impact of addiction issues on the individual, family and community.
LevelBeginner
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Understand the professional and ethical responsibilities of Substance Use Disorder (SUD) counselors.
LevelBeginner -
Articulate the impact of addiction issues on the individual, family and community.
LevelBeginner
-
Demonstrate professional communication in classroom and practicum sites.
LevelBeginner -
Understand the professional and ethical responsibilities of Substance Use Disorder (SUD) counselors.
LevelBeginner -
Articulate the importance of understanding individual differences in SUD counseling (age, race, ethnicity, gender/sexual identity or disability).
LevelBeginner
Core Topics
- American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) criteria, addiction placement, continuing care, and discharge criteria
- Substance Use Disorder (SUD) screening, referral, evaluation, diagnosis, and placement
- Role of the case manager across the continuum of care
- Regulations and professional standards that apply SUD counselors
- Appropriate and timely treatment plans
- Identify and overcome barriers to treatment
- Discharge planning and referral