SHS 229 - Addiction Counseling and Relapse Prevention

5.0 Credits
Covers principles and skills of addiction counseling in a variety of Substance Use Disorder (SUD) settings, and with a variety of specified populations; including, individuals, groups, and families. Reviews evidence-based SUD treatment and intervention practices. Includes relapse prevention and recovery re-integration practices. This course addresses the educational content specified in WAC 246-811-030 (3 c, k and t).
Prerequisite SHS 104, SHS 114, and SHS 185.
Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Analyze various SUD evidence-based treatment theories and practices.
Identify SUD treatment and continuing care components, including recovery planning and relapse prevention.
Explain the stages of change and demonstrate the ability to identify SUD best-practice interventions for each stage.
Learn how to effectively respond to social-emotional crises and high-risk behavior from clients and make appropriate referrals for co-occurring disorder complications.
Articulate the tenets of being a Trauma-Informed practitioner and understand the core set of Trauma-Informed practices.

Course Typically Offered
Winter, Spring