BS 128 - Multicultural/Special Populations:Addictions

Institution:

Butler Community College

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Description:

3 hours credit. This course will enable the student to analyze the uniqueness found in special populations (e.g. cultural, ethnic, and racially diverse groups, special groups identified by age, gender, and other special characteristics) and how these qualities affect the use and abuse of addictive substances, assessment and response to treatment. The student will explore human behavior and how it is conditioned and a reflection of one's cultural experience will be explored. This course is designed for those pursuing a career in addictions counseling or some other helping profession. Required for SRS/AAPS certification.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.butlercc.edu/

Phone Number:

(316) 321-2222

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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