PSYC 11 Assessment for Treatment Planning

Units: 3
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Grade Options: Letter Grade
Term Typically Offered: Every term
Advisories: ENGL C1000 or ENGL C1000E and PSYC C1000 with a grade of “C” or better.
This course is the study and evaluation of techniques used in the treatment of chemical dependency. The content focuses on the exploration of substance use, abuse and addiction, assessment screening tools, 12 core functions of a substance abuse counselor, and treatment modalities. Topics include assessment and screening, intervention, relapse prevention, DSM-V diagnostic criteria, and discharge planning. (CSU)