SCC Course Catalog

Substance Abuse (SAB)

Prefix	Number	Title	Contact / Credit Hours
SAB	110	Substance Abuse Overview	3/3

This course provides an overview of the core concepts in substance abuse and dependence. Topics include the history of drug use/abuse, effects on societal members, treatment of addiction, and preventive measures. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of the etiology of drug abuse, addiction, prevention, and treatment.

Prerequisite: none

Corequisite: none

Prefix	Number	Title	Contact / Credit Hours
SAB	120	Intake and Assessment	3/3

This course develops processes for establishment of client rapport, elicitation of client information on which therapeutic activities are based, and stimulation of client introspection. Topics include diagnostic criteria, functions of counseling, nonverbal behavior, collaterals and significant others, dual diagnosis, client strengths and weakness, uncooperative clients, and crisis interventions. Upon completion, students should be able to establish communication with clients, recognize disorders, obtain information for counseling, and terminate the counseling process.

Prerequisite: none

Corequisite: none

Prefix	Number	Title	Contact / Credit Hours
SAB	125	SA Case Management	4/3

This course provides case management activities, including record keeping, recovery issues, community resources, and continuum of care. Emphasis is placed on establishing a systematic approach to monitor the treatment plan and maintain quality of life. Upon completion, students should be able to assist clients in the continuum of care as an ongoing recovery process and develop agency networking.

Prerequisite: none

Corequisite: none

Prefix	Number	Title	Contact / Credit Hours
SAB	135	Addictive Process	3/3

This course explores the physical, emotional, psychological, and cultural aspects of the addictive process. Emphasis is placed on addictions to food, sex, alcohol, drugs, work, gambling, and relationships. Upon completion, students should be able to identify the effects, prevention strategies, and treatment methods associated with addictive disorders.

Prerequisite: none

Corequisite: none

Prefix	Number	Title	Contact / Credit Hours
SAB	137	Co-Dependency	3/3

This course introduces the adult child concept and co-dependency as syndromes of the addictive process. Emphasis is placed on treatment and recovery within the context of a paradigm shift which allows the individual to choose a healthy model of life. Upon completion, students should be able to assess levels of co-dependency and associated levels of physical and mental health and develop strategies to enhance health.

Prerequisite: none

Corequisite: none

Prefix	Number	Title	Contact / Credit Hours
SAB	210	Addiction & Recovery Counseling	4/3

This course provides theory and skills acquisition by utilizing intervention strategies designed to obtain therapeutic information, support recovery, and prevent relapse. Topics include counseling individuals and dysfunctional families, screening instruments, counseling techniques and approaches, recovery and relapse, and special populations. Upon completion, students should be able to discuss issues critical to recovery, identify intervention models, and initiate a procedure culminating in cognitive/behavioral change.

Prerequisite: none

Corequisite: none

Prefix	Number	Title	Contact / Credit Hours
SAB	240	Sab Issues in Client Serv	3/3

This course introduces systems of professional standards, values, and issues in substance abuse counseling. Topics include confidentiality, assessment of personal values, professional responsibilities, competencies, and ethics relative to multicultural counseling and research. Upon completion, students should be able to understand and discuss multiple ethical issues applicable to counseling and apply various decision-making models to current issues.

Prerequisite: none

Corequisite: none