Cultural Competence in Addiction Counseling

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This is an advanced course that examines selected culturally diverse populations, their different ethnic characteristics, and the relevance to addiction treatment. These groups may include, but are not limited to, Asian, Native, African, Jewish, Latino, and Anglo-Americans; women, adolescents, older adults, victims of trauma, gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgendered clients. Pre-requisite(s): CDEP 100 Introduction to Chemical Dependency or permission of department chairperson.