Introduction to Addictions Counseling
  • Type Learning
  • Level Foundational
  • Time Weeks
  • Cost Paid
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Introduction to Addictions Counseling

Issued by MSU Denver

Introduction to Addictions Counseling explores the core functions of assessing and treating substance use disorders. You will review the required knowledge, skills, and attitudes to be effective substance abuse counselors. In addition you will examine ethical and multicultural issues, trauma informed care, addictions related psychopharmacology and clinician self-care.

  • Type Learning
  • Level Foundational
  • Time Weeks
  • Cost Paid
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Skills

Earning Criteria

  • Earn a final grade of Pass by completing a minimum of 70% of the course.
  • Course requirements include: 8 content modules. Each module includes assigned readings and videos, "Share Your Thoughts" Discussion Boards, Module quizzes, and Written assignments.
  • Identify ethical and legal challenges in the counseling profession
  • Analyze the implications of culturally diverse populations on the counseling process and treatment outcomes.
  • Analyze the implications of culturally diverse populations on the counseling process and treatment outcomes.
  • Critique models regarding the etiology, assessment and treatment of substance use and mental health disorders.
  • Evaluate tools and instruments for the assessment of substance use and mental health disorders
  • Describe the key elements of Trauma Informed Care and how it is used to address trauma in individuals, agencies, and communities.
  • Discuss the importance of counselor self-care and develop a personalized self-care plan.