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COUN 6730 - Counseling Addictive Disorders

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5 credits

Students are provided with a foundation for counseling clients who have both substance-related and behavioral addictions. In this course, students examine historical perspectives and current trends in addiction treatment, as well as the biological and environmental influences on the etiology of addiction. Techniques and processes for assessment and diagnosis are examined in the context of individual, group, and systemic perspectives, with attention given to developmental and multicultural influences on addiction. Influences of public policy and advocacy on addiction and treatment are also examined.

Prerequisites for students entering May 29, 2023 and later

MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling Prerequisites

  • COUN 6726 OR COUN 6250 OR COUN 6320
  • CPLB 602L

MS in School Counseling

  • SPLB 672L

MS Dual Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and School Counseling Prerequisites

  • COUN 6753
  • DDLB 611L

Prerequisites for students entering prior to May 29, 2023

MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling Prerequisites

  • COUN 6753
  • CPBL 602L

MS in School Counseling Prerequisites

  • COUN 6322
  • COUN 6320

MS Dual Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and School Counseling Prerequisites

  • CPLB 601L
  • COUN 6317
  • COUN 6753
*Students may take this as a non-degree course, which means they do not have to be enrolled in a program. Contact an enrollment specialist [1-866-492-5336 (U.S.);1-443-627-7222 (toll)] for more information or visit School of Lifelong Learning for more information.