Addiction Studies (ADC)

ADC-100. Human Development and Behavior. (3 Credits)

Provides basic principles of human development and behavior. Focus is on how chemical use, misuse, abuse and dependency affect normal growth and development. (3 contact hours)

ADC-101. Introduction to Addiction Counseling. (3 Credits)

Introduction to alcohol and other drug abuse counseling and processes. Focus is on assessment and diagnosis, the core functions of an alcohol and other drug abuse counselor, and basic counseling skills. Provides information on career opportunities, counselor certification requirements and procedures, and other aspects of the AODA counselor. (3 contact hours)

ADC-106. Theory and Practice of Counseling. (3 Credits)

Current theoretical counseling approaches will be discussed within the context of their history, philosophical base, key concepts, and client populations served. Students will be encouraged to explore their own philosophic base and skills to identify approaches for further study. (3 contact hours)

ADC-108. Treatment Delivery Models. (3 Credits)

This course provides an introduction to the history of human services, the life and social problems addressed through human services, and public policies and systems developed in response to human service needs. (3 contact hours)

ADC-110. Common Behavior Disorders. (3 Credits)

Provides an overview of the causes, assessment and treatment of common behavior disorders. Includes a review of organic-based syndromes, thought and affective disorders, and compulsive disorders such as gambling, sexual addiction, and eating disorders. Assessment and relapse prevention principles for the dually diagnosed client also are reviewed. (3 contact hours)

ADC-112. Diversity in Addictions Counseling. (3 Credits)

This course examines treatment issues, techniques, and the development of programs related to diverse cultures and special-needs groups such as adolescents, women, the elderly, and minority groups. Mixed cultural identities also are covered. (3 contact hours)

ADC-202. Substance Use, Abuse and Dependency. (3 Credits)

This course provides intensive instruction about alcohol and other drugs with emphasis on the differences between substance use, abuse and dependence, and the symptoms associated with each of these stages. The student will be able to recognize the signs and symptoms of each stage, the effects of substance abuse on the individual, the family, society, and a historical approach to intervention strategies. (3 contact hours)

ADC-203. Neuroscience. (3 Credits)

This course provides an introduction to neuroscience and the implications of alcohol and other drugs as well as trauma on the brain and body. Neurological changes and modifications will be identified and restorative and preventative strategies like trauma informed care will be reviewed. Counselor self-care strategies are included. (3 contact hours)

ADC-206. Group Counseling. (3 Credits)

Provides intensive instruction in the theory and practice of the group counseling approach used in alcohol and other drug abuse treatment. (3 contact hours)

ADC-207. Family Dynamics and Counseling. (3 Credits)

This course provides intensive instruction in the theories of family dynamics and the practice of family counseling in a variety of human services settings. (3 contact hours)

ADC-208. Case Management. (3 Credits)

This course provides an introduction to case management principles and practices, including assessment, service planning and documentation. (3 contact hours)

ADC-211. Compliance and Ethics. (3 Credits)

This course is designed to present and review the compliance and ethical standards to which the addictions counselor is required to adhere. Students will be introduced to the State Division of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse (DASA) Rule 2060, the Illinois State Certification (IAODAPCA) Board Code of Ethics, federal HIPAA privacy and security standards, and corporate compliance standards applicable to the field of addictions studies. (3 contact hours)

ADC-212. Women: Addiction and Recovery. (3 Credits)

This course provides an introduction to the specific needs of women in addiction and recovery. Biological, psychological and societal factors will be identified as well as the treatment services needed to optimize successful recovery. (3 contact hours)

ADC-219. Contemporary Issues: Alcohol/Drugs. (2 Credits)

Intended primarily for students interested in alcohol and other drug issues. The course examines basic policy problems: legislation, professionalism, education, training, literature and research, procedures, administration, and social problems. This course may be taken four times for credit. (2 contact hours)

ADC-230. Special Topics in Addiction Studies. (1 Credit)

Students work with instructor individually or in small groups to develop special projects designed to focus on specific addictions studies, chemical dependency, substance abuse, or related topics. This course may be taken four times for credit. (1 contact hour)

ADC-233. Field Practicum. (3 Credits)

Supervised practical exposure and involvement in chemically dependent treatment service delivery at an approved addictions counseling site. This course meets the minimum supervision requirements for counselor certification by the Illinois Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Professional Certification Association. Fee is required. (15 contact hours)

ADC-237. Seminar. (1 Credit)

Discussion of supervised field service experience in Field Practicum. (1 contact hour)

ADC-243. Advanced Field Practicum. (3 Credits)

This course provides supervised advanced-level exposure and involvement in chemical dependent treatment service delivery at an approved addictions counseling site. Successful completion of the course meets 250 (50%) of the minimum supervision requirement of 500 hours for counselor certification by the Illinois Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Professional Certification Association. Fee is required. (15 contact hours)

ADC-247. Advanced Seminar. (1 Credit)

In this course students will discuss their supervised field experiences in ADC-243, Advanced Field Practicum. (1 contact hour)