Weekly classroom sessions prepare students for interaction with clients in public, private, or voluntary health agencies. The dynamics of intervention, recovery, and treatment are analyzed. Experimental courses are offered under this course number and title. This course may be repeated for credit for different selected topics. Students learn to identify the signs, symptoms, and stages of chemical dependency.
Students analyze treatment modalities and learn to develop treatment plans for clients.
The dynamics of codependency are also explored. Students also observe, assist, and teach in a school or community setting. Credit may not be granted for this course and 660-43900. Assignment to approved cooperating schools full time for one semester in the senior year. Required of all students preparing to teach health education in elementary or secondary schools.