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Certificate in
Alcohol and Drug Counseling
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The Program
The Certificate Program in Alcohol/Drug Counseling consists
of 9 courses designed to prepare individuals for entry into
the substance abuse counseling field at a professional level.
The certificate is widely recognized by alcohol treatment
centers. Abuse of many kinds of substances is covered, including
alcohol, cocaine, heroin, methamphetamine, and pcp. Also covered
are eating disorders and domestic violence. All courses provide
Continuing Education Units (CEUs) and a board-approved provider
number for registered nurses and teachers.
1-Hour Information Session -- Free to the Public
Come learn about the Alcohol & Drug Counseling Certificate
Program. You get an overview of the industry and job opportunities.
The next information session will be Wednesday, July 9, 2008
at 6pm in EE 1205. Call 310-243-3782 to make your reservation.
Location
Classes are held weeknights on the CSU, Dominguez Hills,
campus in Carson. Alcohol and Drug Counseling classes are
convenient for people living and working in or near Los Angeles,
Torrance, Long Beach, Carson, Compton, El Segundo, Palos Verdes,
Manhattan Beach, Hermosa Beach, Redondo Beach, San Pedro,
Hawthorne, Gardena, Lakewood, Paramount, Bellflower, Downey,
Inglewood and other parts of the South Bay and Southern California.
Eligibility Requirements
Students may enter the program in either the Fall or Spring
Semester. Applicants should have completed at
least two years of college or have at least two years of work
experience in a health or human service agency. If the applicant
is a recovering substance abuser, two years of continuous
sobriety is strongly
recommended. Prospective students must complete an application
form and supply transcripts and letters of recommendation.
Call (310) 243-3782 for more information.
The Certificate
Upon satisfactory completion of all nine courses with
a 2.5 grade point average, and 300 hours of field work, the
student will receive a Certificate as recognition of educational
achievement and professional status. The Certificate is widely
recognized by alcoholism treatment centers. Students who successfully
complete the certificate are eligible for and may apply to
sit for the National Board of Addiction Examiners exam for
national certification.
ADX 300, 308, and 309 may be taken on an individual basis
without formal entrance into the Certificate Program.
Who Should Attend
Applicants should have completed at least 2 years of college
or have at least 2 years of work experience in a health or
human service agency. If the applicant is a recovering addict,
two years of continuous sobriety is strongly recommended.
Prospective students must complete an application form and
supply transcripts and letters of recommendation. Call (310)
243-3782 for more information.
Cost
Fees are listed on the schedule. Fees must be paid before
classes begin, and are subject to change.
Financial Aid
Financial aid is available for qualified applicants who
are enrolled in the certificate program. Please contact the
Director of Financial Aid at (310) 243-3647 for additional
information.
The Courses
Students must successfully complete nine courses in the
program. ADX 300-307 are required. Students may choose either
ADX 308 or ADX 309.
Transferable Courses
Courses transferable to the Human Services Program and their
equivalents are as follows:
ADX 300 (transfer as elective)
ADX 301 (transfer as equivalent to HUS 310)
ADX 302 (transfer as elective)
ADX 303 (transfer as an elective)
ADX 304 (transfer as equivalent to HEA 315)
ADX 305 & ADX 307 (transfer as equivalent to HUS 380/381)
ADX 306 (transfer as equivalent to SOC 320 or HIS 379)
ADX 308 (transfer as elective)
ADX 309 (transfer as elective)
For students who are majoring in Human Services at CSUDH
and who wish to complete the requirements for the Certificate,
the equivalents are as follows:
PSY 367 or HUS 310 is equivalent to ADX 301
PSY 342 or HEA 315 is equivalent to ADX 304
SOC 320 or HIS 379 is equivalent to ADX 306
THE FACULTY
- Veronica Bobekolmeyer is a M.S. Marriage and Family Therapy,
Addiction Specialist, Domestic Violence Counselor.
- Toni Brinson, LCSW, is a clinical social worker and has
a Certificate in Alcohol and Drug Counseling from CSUDH.
- Robbin I. Gregson is a licensed psychotherapist specializing
in the treatment of eating disorders in the South Bay over
the past 15 years. She is currently in private practice
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- Jean Hendricks, Ph.D., is in private practice in Manhattan
Beach.
- Gisela Kunstler, MA has been providing counseling services
in the L.A. area for over ten years.
- Trina O'Quinn, MA/MFT is in private practice in Redondo
Beach. She has been teaching at CSUDH for several years.
- Kathryn Tull, is a MFT in private practice and is a community
health specialist in a trauma-focused in-home therapy serving
high-risk youth and their families.
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
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Introduction to Alcoholism
ADX 300, 3 ext. units
This course provides basic information
about alcohol: the physiological, psychological and
sociological effects of alcohol abuse; identification
of social drinking, problem drinking; etiologocal theories
of alcoholism; defense mechanisms; the counseling relationship
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Introduction to Counseling
Techniques
ADX 301, 3 ext. units
This course introduces the skills
and techniques necessary for counseling. Students will
learn to use active listening skills and to develop
a high empathy level. The course is both theoretical
and experimental. |
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Counseling the Individual
ADX 302, 3 ext. units
Prerequisites: ADX 300, ADX 301
This
course develops an understanding of the psychological
factors in alcoholism and drug abuse and their implications
for treatment. Counseling techniques are examined and
practiced including assessment, perception and communication,
skills required for various stages of treatment, prognosis
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Perspectives on Drug
Abuse: Counseling the Substance Abuser
ADX 303, 3 ext. units
Prerequisites: ADX 300, ADX 301
This
course is an introduction to this major social/psychological
problem. Students learn the basic pharmacology of the
commonly encountered street drugs and behavioral and
physiological consequences of drug abuse. Poly addiction
and treatment modalities are also covered. |
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Group Counseling Techniques
ADX 304, 3 ext. units
Prerequisites: ADX 300, ADX 301
This
course provides an understanding of group dynamics,
defenses, problems, goals and growth. The roles of the
group facilitator and group members are examined and
practiced in class. |
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Introductory Practicum
ADX 305, 2 ext. units
Prerequisites: ADX 300, ADX 301
This
course introduces the student to the applied counseling
experience. Students become knowledgeable about community
resources, learn documentation techniques, charting,
and case studies. Issues related to grief, loss, stress,
and counselor burnout are addressed. |
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Family Dynamics
ADX 306, 3 ext. units
Prerequisites: ADX 300, ADX 301
This course introduces theories
of the effects of substance abuse (alcohol and/or drugs)
as they relate to the family system. Students gain insight
into the identification and solution of problems of
the pathologic family and the individual roles and behavior
patterns that exist within it. |
Advanced Practicum
ADX 307, 2 ext. units
Prerequisites: ADX 300, ADX 301
This course demonstrates how
to link clients with community resources. The student
learns charting techniques, becomes aware of the needs
of special populations and develops a further understanding
of the counselor-client relationship, including confidentiality
and legal aspects. The student learns about the multidisciplinary
treatment team, how to take histories and make psychological
evaluations. The various alcoholism treatment agencies
and program modalities - their staffing, funding, operational
procedures are studied. |
Treatment of Eating Disorders
ADX 308, 3 ext. units
(elective)
An introduction to the identification
and treatment of eating disorders such as anorexia nervosa,
bulimia, and atypical eating disorders. Focus will be
on the developmental, behavioral, familial and cultural
components of these disorders will be covered. Historical
perspectives, attitudes and current societal emphasis
on food and weight will be highlighted. Important issues
such as incidence of cross addiction and dual diagnosis
frequently accompanying these symptoms along with current
research will be presented. Multidimensional treatment
techniques will be explored towards a comprehensive
understanding of this illness. Designed for professionals
and interested public. |
Cognitive-Behavioral Treatment
for Domestic Violence
ADX 309, 3 ext.
units (elective)
Designed for faciliators of
domestic violence treatment groups and to partially
meet the requirements of California state law regulating
approved domestic violence treatment programs for court-madated
counseling. Utilizes several cognitive-behavioral and
relationship skill-building approaches to help clients.
A national certificate in domestic violence can be earned
in this course. |
ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS
Applicants should have completed at least two years of
college or have at least two years of work experience in a
health or human service agency. If applicant is a recovering
substance abuser, two years of continuous sobriety is recommended.
THE APPLICATION FORMS
You can download the application forms in Microsoft Word
format by clicking
here.
PROGRAM INFORMATION
For further information contact:
gmckeney@csudh.edu
310-243-3782
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