AS 131 — Survey of Addictions — 5.0
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This introductory course explores the nature and scope of alcohol/drug use, abuse, and addiction as well as problems with compulsive behaviors. Basic drug categories and effects are studied. The evolution of social policy, culture, and impacts upon vulnerable populations and the prevention, intervention and treatment are discussed. The basic steps necessary to become a Chemical Dependency Professional in the state of Washington are described.
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AS 141 — Law, Ethics, and Professional Development for Addiction Counseling — 5.0
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This course is designed to meet the Chemical Dependency Professional educational requirements regarding legal, ethical, and professional development outlined in WAC 246-811-030 (2) (s) through (w). The framework for this course will examine federal and State of Washington rules and regulations. Professional organizations licensing/certification and agency policy and procedures will be explored to demonstrate the laws, ethics, and professional practice within the addictions profession.
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AS 172 — Family Systems and Adolescent Treatment in Addictions — 5.0
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This course will examine competencies outlined by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), which specifically involve the family and other systems in the addiction treatment process. This course will also examine adolescent treatment issues in the context of family systems and the dynamics of addiction. An overview of Structural, Functional, and System approaches will be explored, including family roles and the interrelationship between family dynamics, multi-generational transmission, and developmental information will be applied to the treatment of addictions. Evidence based treatment models for families and adolescents will be emphasized.
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AS 176 — Addiction Counseling Techniques — 5.0
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This is an experiential course on techniques used in counseling. The student is exposed to basic counseling skills, strategies employed in chemical dependency treatment, counseling techniques used in addressing treatment needs and techniques used for removing blocks to recovery. Specific techniques are demonstrated and practiced that are appropriate for a variety of populations.
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AS 182 — Cultural Diversity; Risk Intervention for Health/HIV — 5.0
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This course provides foundational information about multicultural perspectives as well as culturally sensitive counseling dynamics. The emphasis will be on the development of knowledge and skills regarding addiction and health concerns, appropriate intervention and treatment methodologies for working in a diverse society. This course will also focus on preventing infectious diseases and how to address and support individuals with infectious diseases, particularly HIV. A primary critical task is the examination of one's own attitudes and values.
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AS 221 — Treatment Theories for Addictions — 5.0
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This course addresses the constructs, underlying principles, theories, practices and desired outcomes of the most generally accepted and scientifically supported models of treatment for addiction and other substance related problems.
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AS 250 — NAADAC Exam Prep — 1.0
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This course is designed to prepare students for the national exam required to become a Substance Use Disorder Professional once they have fulfilled other supervision and education requirements. Students will take the NAADAC exam as a requirement for this course, but are not required to pass the exam to complete the course.
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AS 275 — Physiological Actions of Alcohol and Drugs — 5.0
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This is a review of the pharmacology of psychoactive drugs. It is a research-based study of all categories of mind-altering substances.
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AS 277 — Group Facilitation for Addiction Treatment — 5.0
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This course is designed to offer students the basic knowledge and practice to facilitate group counseling within the addiction treatment population. A variety of group methods and research will be explored with an emphasis on evidenced based practices.
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AS 279 — Case Management I: Screening, Diagnosis, Assessment, and ASAM — 5.0
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The course introduces records management paperwork and application of confidentiality laws, such as CFR 42, and HIPAA laws, which is essential for beginning case managers when entering into the field of addictions. Students will practice diagnosis, placement, and referral of patients through the applications of case studies. This beginning course will prepare the students as they move into Case Management 2.
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AS 280 — Case Management 2: Treatment Planning and Continuing Care — 5.0
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Students will utilize the patient information for the case studies they developed in Case Management I to gain knowledge of the process of clinical admittance of patients, the principles of working with Community partners for continuation of care, and the development of patient-centered treatment and continuing care plans. Prerequisite: AS 279 or equivalent. Instructor approval required for equivalent.
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AS 281 — Practicum I — 5.0
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The class provides practical experience which complements the Addiction Studies program's conceptual and classroom experience. Students may explore a variety of agencies to prepare for employment and may include state-approved treatment and community agencies which address addiction through a variety of interventions. Students will apply with agencies and interview with sites open to student placement. Students will observe and participate in agency programs, practice professional behavior and learn about the organizational dynamics of treatment and community agencies. This course should be taken in the latter half -to the end of a student's program, or earlier with the consultation from faculty. 132 hour practicum in an approved setting is required.
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AS 282 — Practicum II — 5.0
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This Practicum builds on competencies, skills and knowledge learned in Practicum I. Students strengthen their capacity to function as professionals by demonstrating consistency in meeting professional competencies. Specific proficiencies, skills, levels of involvement with clients or patients, and scope of practice will vary dependent on the agency and background of the student. This course should be taken in the latter half -to the end of a student's program, or earlier with the consultation from faculty. 132 hour practicum in an approved setting is required. Prerequisite: AS 281 or concurrent enrollment in AS 281.
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AS 287 — Survey of Addiction Alternative Training — 3.0
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This introductory course explores the nature and scope of alcohol/drug use, abuse, and addiction as well as problems with compulsive behaviors. Basic drug categories and effects are studied. Prerequisite: Instructor permission required to enroll in course. Students will be required to have a grade of 2.0 or better in each course to graduate from the program.
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AS 288 — Law and Ethics for Addiction Alternative Training — 2.0
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This course is designed to meet the Chemical Dependency Professional educational requirements regarding Washington State and Federal legal and ethical requirements outlined in WAC 246-811-030 (2) (s) through (w). Prerequisite: Instructor permission required to enroll in course. Students will be required to have a grade of 2.0 or better in each course to graduate from the program.
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AS 289 — Pharmacological and Physiological Actions of Alcohol and Other Drugs Alternative Training — 3.0
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This course presents the pharmacology and physiology of psychoactive drugs. It is a research-based study of mind-altering substances. Prerequisite: Instructor permission required to enroll in course. Students will be required to have a grade of 2.0 or better in each course to graduate from the program.
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AS 290 — Co-Occurring Behavioral Health Disorders — 5.0
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The Co-Occurring Behavioral Health Disorders class will focus on clients who have one or more disorders relating to the use of drugs or destructive compulsive behaviors as well as one or more mental health disorders. This class will provide an overview of diagnostic criteria, assessment, medication, specific mental disorders, and the need for linkage between the mental health services system and substance abuse treatment with the goal of dual recovery.
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AS 294 — Family and Adolescent Treatment of Addictions Alternative Training — 2.0
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This course presents an overview of Structural, Functional, and System approaches to counseling families with addictions. The treatment of Adolescents with addictions is also studied with emphasis on evidenced based treatment models. Prerequisite: Instructor permission required to enroll in course. Students will be required to have a grade of 2.0 or better in each course to graduate from the program.
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AS 295 — American Society of Addiction Medicine Alternative Training — 3.0
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This course examines The American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) criteria, the most widely used guidelines for assessment, service planning, placement, continued stay and discharge of patients with addictive disorders. Prerequisite: Instructor permission required to enroll in course. Students will be required to have a grade of 2.0 or better in each course to graduate from the program.
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AS 296 — Treatment of Addictions Individual and Group — 2.0
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This course will examine Treatment of Addictions including individual and group approaches. The evidenced based treatment methods will be focused upon with special emphasis on competencies outlined by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). This course meets the requirements for Alternative Training WAC 246-811, areas Treatment of Addiction: Individual and group treatment for addiction counseling. Prerequisite: Instructor permission required to enroll in course. Students will be required to have a grade of 2.0 or better in each course to graduate from the program.
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