SWK 617 - Addictions in Field of SOWK

Institution:

Millersville University of Pennsylvania

Subject:

Description:

This course will focus on the topic of addictions, preparing students to recognize and intervene when clients and their families demonstrate addictions problems in a wide range of social service agencies and host settings, such as child welfare, mental health, aging, schools, health care, corrections, and drug and alcohol programs. The course will examine the evolving models of alcohol and chemical dependency to the present day understanding of the disease model, including an examination of the neurobiology of addiction and basic pharmacology including medication assisted therapies. The concept of harm reduction is introduced. Using a case studies approach, students will develop assessment and intervention skills. The course will address professional issues including credentialing, confidentiality and ethics.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Field Study

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.millersville.edu

Phone Number:

(717) 872-3024

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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