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Case Management and Legal and Ethical Standards (COUN 2630)

Total Credits: 3
Lecture Credits: 2
Lab Credits: 1

Description: This course provides the knowledge and skills necessary for successful case management for professional addiction counseling. You will learn about the twelve core functions of addiction counseling: screening, intake, orientation, assessment, treatment planning, case management, crisis intervention, client education, referral, reports and record keeping, and consultation with other professionals. You will also address the cultural, mental health and legal/ethical factors of clinical practice. Must be taken A-F.

Topical Outline:
1. Case management in addiction counseling
2. Purpose and tasks associated with record keeping documents
3. Client issues and use of case consultation
4. Rule 31 requirements, legal and ethical considerations and boundaries
5. Co-occurring disorders and cultural diversity issues

Learning Outcomes:
1. Acquire function and purpose of being a case manager in addiction counseling
2. Recall and apply legal and ethical considerations as an addiction counselor
3. Demonstrate record keeping skills
4. Identify co-occurring disorders and cultural diversity issues

Prerequisites:  COUN 2510 or Instructor Approval
Co-requisites:  COUN 2620, COUN 2640, and COUN 2650