SHS 227 - Assessment and Diagnosis in Addiction Treatment

3.0 Credits
Introduces diagnostic skills required to accurately screen and assess for the various DSM-5 Substance Use Disorders; and to use an ASAM bio-psychosocial approach for effectively determining a level of care, identifying community resources, and making referrals. Includes SBIRT training.This course, in conjunction with SHS 228, addresses the educational content specified in WAC 246-811-030 (2 d, f, h, i, j, q, r, v and w).
Prerequisite SHS 104, SHS 113, SHS 114, and SHS 218.
Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Describe and demonstrate understanding of the initial assessment process, including SBIRT, screening, assessment, interviewing skills, diagnosis, and person-centered treatment planning.
Locate and describe related federal and state laws and behavioral health organization regulations regarding confidentiality, client care standards, documentation of treatment events, progress, and outcomes.
Describe the symptoms of addiction according to the DSM 5 and ASAM.
Demonstrate ability to determine placement criteria for accurate level of care.
Demonstrate the skills necessary to assess client’s readiness for change and to reassess level of motivation throughout treatment.
Describe, based on assessed client needs, the ability to provide appropriate referrals for treatment and other services.

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