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Counseling the Chemically Dependent
Course: BHS251

First Term: 2019 Spring
 Lecture   3.0 Credit(s)   3.0 Period(s)   3.0 Load  
Subject Type: Occupational
Load Formula: S


Description: Techniques, strategies, and treatment modalities necessary for the paraprofessional working with the chemically dependent.



MCCCD Official Course Competencies
1. Apply the counseling process to the needs of chemically dependent clients. (I-V)
2. Explain the major models of treatment utilized in chemical dependency. (I)
3. Describe several diagnostic models and initial assessment methods. (II)
4. Develop a service plan based on client profiles. (III)
5. Assess the strengths and limitations of various treatment modalities when applied to client profiles. (IV)
6. Describe various methods for the assessment of progress made by clients. (V)
MCCCD Official Course Competencies must be coordinated with the content outline so that each major point in the outline serves one or more competencies. MCCCD faculty retains authority in determining the pedagogical approach, methodology, content sequencing, and assessment metrics for student work. Please see individual course syllabi for additional information, including specific course requirements.
 
MCCCD Official Course Outline
I. Counseling Process Models
   A. Generic Models
      1. Carkhuff
      2. Wolf
      3. Truax
   B. Technical Approaches
      1. Behavioral
      2. Cognitive
      3. Affective
      4. Social Models
   C. Interfacing of Counseling Models with Addiction Models
II. Diagnostic/Assessment Methods
   A. Descriptive vs Diagnostic Classification Methods
      1. Utility
      2. Limitations of Classification
      3. Labeling
   B. Assessment Interview
      1. Presented Needs
      2. Chemical Use Patterns
   C. Assessment Instruments and Inventories
III. Service Plan
   A. Plan Development
   B. Specific Goals/Objectives
   C. Specific Service Methods
IV. Treatment Methods
   A. Selection
   B. Strengths
   C. Limitations
V. Assessment of Progress
   A. Review of Initial Plans
   B. Identification of Client Change
   C. Continuing Services
 
MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date: 5/26/1998

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