ADC 1400 Introduction to Group Work for Addictions

Description

Introduction to Group Work for Addictions allows students to gain knowledge and practical skills of completing a biopsychosocial evaluation, include making a diagnosis using the DSM, and writing an evaluation summary. Topics covered include, but not limited to, interviewing skills and helping techniques, treatment planning, referrals, communication, listing and feedback skills, how groups work, the impact of culture on treatment, how to assess spiritual issues and mandated reporting.

Credits

2

Prerequisite

None

Corequisite

None

Topics to be Covered

1. Group Dynamics

2. Motivational Interviewing

3. Procedures

Learning Outcomes

1. Identify different theories of group work for addictions.

2. Create and plan the group session.

3. Describe group facilitation skills and techniques.

4. Demonstrate sensitivity to different cultures/population via role-playing.

Credit Details

Lecture: 2

Lab: 0

OJT: 0

MnTC Goal Area(s): None