CHD 100 - Foundations Of Chemical Dependency

Prerequisite: Appropriate score on assessment test or successful completion of TRE 089

Introduction to the foundations of the alcohol and drug abuse rehabilitation fields. Emphasis is on the roles and responsibilities of the addiction paraprofessional counselor, ethical issues, pharmacology, family dynamics, dual diagnosis, intervention techniques, self-help groups, levels of care, symptom identification, and conducting alcohol/drug histories. Interactive work stressed.

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Lab Hours: 0
Lecture Hours: 3

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