Courses
needed for Certification
Overview
of Addiction
Examines
the history of alcohol and other mood-changing drugs; the myths
and stereotypes of alcohol use; the socio cultural factors that
contribute to the use of drugs; and the patterns and progressions
of alcoholism.
Physiology
and Pharmacology
Examines the effects of alcohol and drugs on the body, mind and
behavior. The course also has a component on HIV/AIDS.
Law
and Ethics
Examines legal and professional responsibility, regulatory restrictions;
community prevention education; outreach; confidentiality and
issues surrounding clients’ rights such as confidentiality.
Case
Management
Focuses on the core functions of intake, screening, assessment,
orientation, treatment planning, referral, and reports and record
keeping. Relapse prevention is also included.
Individual,
Group and Family Counseling
Focuses on the objectives of counseling; theories of counseling;
family and group dynamics; and counseling techniques..
Personal
and Professional Growth
Focuses on symptoms of counselor burnout; the recovering counselor;
professional standards; certification requirements; and professional
resources.
Supervised
Practicum
A classroom course in which students begin their 255-hour supervised
internship at an approved drug and alcohol facility.