Discusses ethical issues (confidentiality, informed consent, integrity, respect) and professional codes of conduct in the counseling field.

Offers an overview of the role and efficacy of group therapy in substance abuse treatment. Students learn about the different types of substance abuse treatment groups; screening and criteria for groups; group development and stages of treatment; and group leadership skills and techniques (e.g., motivational interviewing). Through weekly discussions, journal reflections and experiential activities, students learn the various techniques used in group substance abuse treatments.

Provides an overview of multicultural theory, research and practice. Topics include acculturation, identities, prejudice and other related topics.

Builds upon previous coursework. Provides students with an understanding of the major screening, assessment and diagnostic approaches for substance abuse and addictions. Students obtain knowledge of (1) models, (2) instruments and (3) diagnostic criteria, and the ability to link this knowledge to treatment planning and interventions for addictions. The goal of this course is not to diagnose or treat individuals with disorders. Rather, it is designed to give students a basic understanding of diagnostics and evidence-based treatments to inform work in the mental health field.

Builds upon previous course work. Covers philosophies and models of treatment, recovery, relapse prevention and continuing care in substance abuse counseling.

Basis of drug action at physiological and behavioral levels. Psychological and medical applications and limitations of drugs used in the treatment of mental illness.

Provides an introduction to and broad overview of the field of counseling. Covers several counseling topics related to ethics, prevention, intervention and treatment, as well as multicultural counseling.

Covers current theories and research on culture, race and ethnicity, gender and other specific aspects of cultural diversity in a multicultural society. Explores themes, theories, topics and research related to power, privilege and oppression in the United States.

Provides an introduction to counseling skills and intervention techniques used in treatment. Focuses on active listening, self-awareness and other related skills.

Covers the history, overview and principles of addiction as well as symptoms of co-occurring mental health issues prevalent in individuals with addictions and substance abuse disorders. Students also learn basic screening and assessment tools used to detect, evaluate and manage risks associated with individuals who have co-occurring disorders

Provides the theoretical foundations and knowledge related to the principles of counseling.

Covers historical and current etiological theories, assessment, prevention and treatment of mental, emotional and behavioral disorders. Discusses sociocultural and neurobiological influences.