ASP 101: Physiological Action of Alcohol and Other Drugs

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Class Program

Addiction Studies Program

Credits

Lecture Hours 50 Clinical Hours None

Weekly Contact Hours

Course ID

089079

Meets Degree Requirements For

General Elective

Description

Introduction to the pharmacological action of drugs in the body, including the human body’s physical and behavioral response to alcohol and other drugs. Other information will include current research findings and terminology essential for working on addiction treatment teams and for communicating with patients and families.

Grading Basis

Graded

Prerequisite Courses

ASP 100 (Also known as Big Bend College ADS 100): Survey of Addiction Issues

Prerequisites

ASP 100

Course Learning Outcomes

Demonstrate understanding of basic pharmacology and kinetics, including absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion.

Program Learning Outcomes

Understand the major psychological theories and current research/literature commonly used in SUD counseling.

Level

Beginner

Categorize psychoactive drugs into appropriate classes, including depressants, stimulants, opiates, hallucinogens, and psychotropic medications.

Program Learning Outcomes

Understand the professional and ethical responsibilities of Substance Use Disorder (SUD) counselors.

Level

Beginner
Articulate the importance of understanding individual differences in SUD counseling (age, race, ethnicity, gender/sexual identity or disability).

Level

Beginner
Demonstrate professional communication in classroom and practicum sites.

Level

Beginner

Identify the acute and chronic effects of each drug class, including clinically relevant interactions between drug classes.

Program Learning Outcomes

Articulate the impact of addiction issues on the individual, family and community.

Level

Beginner
Articulate the importance of understanding individual differences in SUD counseling (age, race, ethnicity, gender/sexual identity or disability).

Level

Beginner

Accurately communicate verbally and/or in writing the effects of drugs on the brain/body.

Program Learning Outcomes

Demonstrate professional communication in classroom and practicum sites.

Level

Beginner
Articulate the importance of understanding individual differences in SUD counseling (age, race, ethnicity, gender/sexual identity or disability).

Level

Beginner
Articulate the impact of addiction issues on the individual, family and community.

Level

Beginner

Accurately communicate verbally and/or in writing basic understanding of neuroanatomy and how addictive drugs work in the brain.

Program Learning Outcomes

Demonstrate professional communication in classroom and practicum sites.

Level

Beginner
Understand the major psychological theories and current research/literature commonly used in SUD counseling.

Level

Beginner

Core Topics

Basic anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology
Knowledge of basics of pharmacology.
Major classes of psychoactive drugs, examples, symptoms of intoxication and withdrawal.
Awareness of the acute and chronic effects of each drug class and interactions
Familiarity with pharmacotherapeutic intervention and withdrawal syndrome management