Certified Alcohol/Drug Counselor (CADC) Program
CADC Course Descriptions and Offerings
FALL 2008
HE 233: Harmful and Illicit Substances
Tuesday 7:00 to 9:30 PM
This course is designed to introduce students to drug classification systems and specific drugs within each classification. The psychological and physical effects, signs and symptoms of use, abuse, dependency, overdose, and withdrawal. PREREQ: Admission to Health and Nutrition Science or permission of instructor.
HE 311: Case Management of Substance Abuse
Monday 6:00 to 8:30 PM
Provides a basic understanding of case management philosophy and basic case management skills within an addictions framework. Promotes competency and ethical responsibilities.
PREREQ: Admission to Health and Nutrition Science or permission of instructor.
SPRING 2009
HE 299: Group Skills for The Substance Abuse Counselor
Mondays 6:00 to 8:30 PM
Designed to introduce students to group counseling theory and practice as a treatment modality in working with chemically dependent clients. A combination of lecture, class discussion, and small group experimental activities will be used to facilitate student learning and development.
HE 299: Ethics for Substance Abuse Counselors
Tuesdays 7:00 to 9:30 PM
This course examines the Ethics Principles of Chemical Dependency Counselors. It provides information regarding ethical and legal issues in the field of chemical dependency counseling. Topics include values and the helping relationship, client's rights and counselor responsibilities.