Pharmacology 2 - Clinical Evaluation and Assessment

Catalog description

This course provides an advanced understanding of alcohol and drug pharmacology relevant to clinical practice. The course emphasizes the crucial skills of substance use clinical evaluation and the application of the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) criteria to inform understanding addiction placement, continuing care, and discharge criteria. Additionally, students will learn to develop effective substance use disorder treatment plans and understand the importance of referral and use of community resources to support individuals in recovery. Upon completion, students will be able to conduct screenings and evaluations, apply ASAM criteria for placement, develop treatment plans, and identify community resources. Students will also be able to explain co-occurring disorders and how they impact treatment placement and planning.