Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor Certificate - Graduate - 2012 University Catalog

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Coordinator: Dana Levitt
Office: University Hall, Room 3169
Phone Number: (973) 655-2097
E-Mail: levittd@mail.montclair.edu

The Counseling programs at Montclair State University prepare students to become multiculturally competent counselors in a variety of work settings. Students are prepared to work with diverse populations in elementary and secondary schools, community agencies, student affairs positions in colleges and universities, and substance abuse treatment facilities. The academic preparation follows guidelines established by state licensure and certification boards.

The graduate programs in Counseling offer several advantages:
  • Opportunities for alternative scheduling in the form of face-to-face, hybrid, or Saturday classes to meet the needs of the working student
  • The opportunity to master counseling skills in a technologically state-of-the-art counseling laboratory, which allows students to record, archive, and review their own counseling practice sessions, which enhances their ability to serve future clients
  • A diverse group of faculty members actively engaged in scholarly research who hold national leadership positions in professional associations, including the American Counseling Association (ACA)
  • A theory-to-practice model of instruction that allows students to gain practical experience in schools, community agencies, and colleges and universities
  • An emphasis on the infusion of multicultural counseling and social justice practice in all courses
  • A vibrant and diverse student body that has the opportunity to engage with faculty members on research and present at professional conferences
The courses in the Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor Certificate program fulfill the educational requirements set by the Addiction Professionals Certification Board of New Jersey (APCBNJ) for CADC eligibility. If they choose, students may apply to matriculate concurrently in the MA in Counseling program.

Course Descriptions:

COUN540: Introduction to Alcohol/Drug Counseling (3 hours lecture)

An introduction to substance abuse counseling and related issues. Provides an overview of the historical context, etiological theories, and psychoactive impact of substances on the brain. The course will focus on evidence-based assessment, diagnosis and treatment of substance abuse/dependence with emphasis on clinical counseling practice informed by theory and research. 3 sh.

Prerequisites: Matriculated Counseling MA students.

COUN545: Community Resources: Alcohol/Substance Abuse Counseling (3 hours lecture)

This course examines the integration of inpatient and outpatient community resources in substance abuse treatment with other social service agencies. Students review ethics, policy setting, staff training, and curriculum development in school and community settings with an emphasis on the use of evidence based technology and treatment and prevention efforts with families and individuals. 3 sh.

Prerequisites: Matriculation in Counseling Master's with Addictions Concentration (CNAC), Substance Awareness Coordinator Certification program (SAC), Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselor Post Master's Certificate (CADC) or Advanced Certificate.

COUN590: Counseling the Alcoholic and the Substance Abuser (3 hours lecture)

Describes methods of assessment, treatment planning and charting. Explains the defense structure of the substance abuser. Discusses ethical issues and counseling with special populations as well as children and adult children of alcoholics. Demonstrates individual and group counseling skills. 3 sh.

Prerequisites: COUN 540 or HLTH 511.

COUN591: Family Seminar: Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counseling (3 hours seminar)

This course emphasizes the perspective and role of family in treating substance abuse, as well as the impact of substance use disorders on family and significant other. Students explore theory and its application to substance abuse; historical, traditional and current research based motivational methods of working with families with substance abusers; and related issues of crisis intervention, relapse prevention and ethics. 3 sh.

Prerequisites: COUN 540 or HLTH 511 for Substance Awareness Coordinator Certification program (SAC) or Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselor Post Master's Certificate (CADC) students. COUN 540 or departmental approval.

COUN640: Counseling Co-Occurring Disorders (3 hours lecture)

Provides concentrated study of the current best practice treatment models for clients with co-occuring substance abuse and psychiatric disorders. Emphasizes major theoretical issues drawn from recent research and clinical developments; includes consideration of assessment, treatment and after care perspectives, utilizing current approaches and specific techniques. 3 sh.

Prerequisites: Matriculation in Addictions Counseling Program (CNAC) or departmental approval and COUN 540.

HLTH511: Biomedical and Psychosocial Perspectives on Drugs (3 hours lecture)

Examines the complex biomedical and psychosocial dimensions of contemporary drug use, emphasizing consideration of a broad spectrum of physiological responses to and health consequences of involvement. Provides a comprehensive view of the historical and social aspects of drug use, and an analysis of selected major issues presented by our current problems with drugs. 3 sh.

Prerequisites: Restricted to Health Education, Counseling w/conc in Addictions Counseling and Public Health w/conc in Community Health Education majors only.

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