HUMAN SERVICES 124 - Substance Abuse Prevention and Education

Institution:

Allan Hancock College

Subject:

Description:

Three hours weekly. Acceptable for credit: CSU An introduction to substance abuse prevention and education including an overview of drugs of abuse and addiction (including alcohol, tobacco, and both legal and illegal drugs) and the personal and social consequences of their use. Consideration of a broad range of approaches to education and prevention; examination of government and policy issues related to prevention; description of the design and conduct of research aimed at assessing needs and evaluating program effectiveness; and presentation of interventions aimed at reducing adverse consequences of substance use and abuse are also covered. (GR/P/NP) (F,S)

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.hancockcollege.edu/

Phone Number:

(805) 922-6966

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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