SAC 291 : Substance Abuse Counseling Practicum II
The course provides opportunities to integrate coursework with primary goals for a Substance Abuse Counselor through client service in an approved placement. The course is designed for students to learn from and grow through each other's experiences, as well as individual experiences. Openness to learning, sharing experiences, thoughts and feelings, and joining peers in giving and receiving feedback will be required. Prerequisite(s): SAC 290, SAC 260, and SAC 255. Three lecture hours per week. (Ethics: 2.5 hrs.)
Course Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
1. Demonstrate an understanding of the clients with whom they prefer to work
2. Identify their strengths and weaknesses that may have an effect on their practicum
3. Secure a placement for practicum
4. Form rapport with clients
5. Identify problems in the field and demonstrate effective use of supervision through class/team discussions
6. Develop skills needed to complete intakes, assessments and treatment plan goals for the client.
7. Apply the 12 Core Functions of Substance Abuse Counselors