Counseling-Addicted Offender ((3 Credits))

Catalog description

This course provides and introduction to the knowledge, skills, attitudes, case management and counseling techniques required for the counseling and treatment of the addicted offender. The course includes a review of the special needs of this population and the focus programs and facilities set up to treat them in addiction and criminal justice settings. This course is a joint offering of the Criminal Justice and Human Services program of the Social Science Division. This course is approved for 36 educational hours toward New Jersey’s Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) certification or recertification.