HSV272

The second of two practicum experiences in the Addiction Studies Certificate program. Students participate in a 150-hour practicum experience in a community agency that provides services and support to individuals with substance use disorders. Students utilize the 12 core functions of a licensed alcohol and drug counselor (LADC). Students apply the cumulative knowledge and skills acquired in the foundational courses. Students demonstrate professional conduct and appropriate work habits. Students participate in a 2-hour a week seminar experience for additional personal/professional support, supervision, feedback and exploration of field-related experiences. The course provides the opportunity to enhance/augment knowledge and skills related to working with clients with a substance use disorder. The course emphasizes confidentiality, professionalism, ethical principles and conduct. Placement in an agency site for HSV 272 is not guaranteed and depends upon agreement among the site, the HSV faculty, and the student.
Special Requirement: This course must be completed with a C or better to count towards the Addiction Studies Certificate. Students assume travel costs to agency site.
Prereq: HSV 107, HSV 115, HSV 168, HSV 172 with a grade of C or better, and HSV 215 or concurrent enrollment in HSV 215, must be an Addiction Studies Certificate major or a Liberal Arts Human Services Option major, and permission of the Human Services program coordinator.

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Prereq: HSV 107, HSV 115, HSV 168, HSV 172 with a grade of C or better, and HSV 215 or concurrent enrollment in HSV 215, must be an Addiction Studies Certificate major or a Liberal Arts Human Services Option major, and permission of the Human Services program coordinator.