Case Mngmt of the Addictions ((3 Credits))

Catalog description

This course provides an introduction to the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary for addiction counselors to perform counseling functions, clinical evaluation, treatment planning, and case management. It introduces students to the professional and ethical responsibilities of professional practice. This course is approved as 42 educational hours towards the CADC credential. Also, this course, together with SOC 250 Alcohol and Drug Use in American Society, constitutes the educational requirements for the Chemical Dependency Associate (CDA) in New Jersey. In addition, SOC 250 and CJI 211 Counseling the Addicted Offender, constitutes the educational requirements for the Criminal Justice Counselor (CJC).