HUS 250 — HUS 250
Planning, Assessment, and Treatment This course introduces students to all the major theories and methods employed in the assessment and treatment of substance abuse and addictive illnesses. It explains and requires students to apply the processes, procedures, and tools required to effectively assess and evaluate clients in developing an individualized plan of treatment. The course stresses the Office of Alcohol and Substance Abuse Services (OASAS) 12-Core Function of the Certified Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC), enabling students to produce psycho social assessment reports and create treatment plans that consider the needs of special populations, ethical concerns, treatment models and clinical strategies. PR: HUS 150