ALDAC 103 - Introduction to Counseling Helping Profession

3 CR

Introduces basic theories, models and techniques used in the counseling professions. Includes interviews with current counseling professionals, hands on practice with counseling techniques and transference, counter-transference self-awareness inventories.

Course Outcomes

Recognize that crisis may indicate an underlying substance use disorder and may be a window of opportunity for change
Describe the personal benefits and liabilities of being employed in the field of chemical dependency counseling
Demonstrate understanding of the importance of self-awareness in one’s personal and professional life
Describe the collaborative process that facilitates the client’s progress toward mutually determined goals and objectives
Demonstrate the utilization of strategies designed to maintain personal physical and mental wellness

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