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ASD110 (3 Credits)

Exploration of the pharmacology of substance of abuse and dependency. Examines the effects of psychopharmacological chemicals on human physiology. Emphasis on identification and management of substances of abuse and dependency. Prerequisites: None.

ASD120 (1 Credit)

Exploration of topics relative to the professional and ethical development of the addictions and substance use disorders counselor, including codes of ethics, confidentiality laws, professionalism and boundary issues, and the meeting of individual counselor needs within the field. Prerequisites: None.

ASD145 (1 Credit)

Exploration of AIDS and its relationship to addiction. Emphasis on myths and realities of AIDS, personal values, feelings, and limitations and treatment goals. Prerequisites: None.

ASD147 (3 Credits)

Peer support specialist preparation related to addictions and substance use disorders. Opportunity for students to use their developed knowledge and skills in an applied setting with supervision. In order to register for this course, Rio will need to verify that you have completed the prerequisite(s). How do I do this? See Syllabus for full course description.

Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: ASD146.

ASD150 (2 Credits)

Overview of the fundamental principles, concepts and historical antecedents of the various self-help groups. Emphasis on the self-help groups of Alcoholics Anonymous, Al-anon, Alateen, Narcotics Anonymous, Co-dependents Anonymous, and Adult Children of Alcoholics. Prerequisites: None.

ASD161 (3 Credits)

Overview of addictions and substance use disorders counseling, interviewing, and documentation. Includes record keeping and documentation skills. Alcohol and drug abuse counselor core functions emphasized. Prerequisites: None.

ASD165 (2 Credits)

Overview of counseling theories including the application to addictions and substance use disorders groups. Recordkeeping skills and beginning counseling skills emphasized. Prerequisites: None.

ASD220 (3 Credits)

Analysis of the impact of addictions on all the members of a family. Interviewing, assessment and therapeutic approaches particularly useful for these family members presented. Prerequisites: None.

ASD226 (3 Credits)

Exploration of influences of culture and diversity on addictions and substance abuse. Emphasis on recovery and therapeutic relationships. Prerequisites: None.

ASD236 (2 Credits)

Review of the biopsychosocial processes of recovery and relapse in addictions. Exploration into those factors that both contribute to and inhibit recovery and relapse. Prerequisites: None.