Multiple Diagnoses

Catalog description

Covers assessment of chemical dependency clients for communicable diseases and co-existing mental disorders, effective intervention, and referral of clients to optimum resources for resolving co-existing diagnoses. Develops clear ethical guidelines for alcohol and drug counselors practicing within an area of competence. Prerequisites: AD 101 , AD 102 , ( AD 160 or AD 150), WR 121Z and admission to the Addiction Counseling Program. Prerequisite/concurrent: PSY 239 . Audit available.