SW524 - SUBSTANCE MISUSE

College of Social Work

Credits: 3

This course is designed to challenge and develop the studentâ€™s knowledge of and ways of thinking about substance use and misuse in contemporary society. SW 524 provides clinical and scientific knowledge about the nature of substance misuse, and the effect of substance use disorder on individuals, families, health, and development. It further explores controversies in social policy regarding substance use and misuse, challenging the student to form his/her own understanding and judgment about these critical contemporary issues. Finally, SW 524 introduces the student to current evidence based treatment and prevention approaches. The course serves as a basis on which further skill in assessment and intervention in substance use disorder can be built.

Approved for Distance Learning.