HUS171 Alcohol & Drug Abuse
This course is designed to generate an understanding of drug use, abuse and dependence and their personal and social consequences. Emphasis is placed on theories of etiology, epidemiology, pharmacology, symptomatology and medical consequences. Participants will explore the role of culture, relevant state and federal laws and family relationships. A primary goal of this course is to provide students with thorough information needed to provide services to a variety of clients. A minimum grade of C- must be earned in this course.
Prerequisite
Reading proficiency and Writing proficiency or
RWR090 Reading Writing and Reasoning Minimum Grade of: C or
ENG101 or higher Minimum Grade of: C
Attributes
Free Elective
Reading Content Course
Major Restrictions
Criminal Justice, Associate in Science
Human Services, Associate in Science
Alcohol/Drug Abuse Counseling Certificate
Community Support Human Services Practitioner Certificate
Direct Support Certificate
Program Major Restrictions
Criminal Justice, Alcohol Drug Abuse Counseling, Human Services, Community Support Human Svs, Direct Support Cert, Direct Support Cert