Compulsive Gambling: Treatment and Prevention for Substance Abuse Counselors
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Overview
Subject area
SAC
Catalog Number
3000
Course Title
Compulsive Gambling: Treatment and Prevention for Substance Abuse Counselors
Department(s)
Description
Students develop an understanding of gambling as a compulsive behavior often associated with substance use disorders. The historical phenomenon of wagering and its prevalence as a societal problem is explored. Clinical counseling and professional intervention with individuals and families are stressed, including assessment, treatment planning, referral/case management, as well as family and patient education. Evidence-based principles for prevention and intervention are also explored. This course also meets the eligibility criteria for the gambling designation – CASAC - G, once other practice and supervised experience guidelines are met.
Typically Offered
Fall, Spring
Academic Career
Undergraduate Kingsborough CC
Liberal Arts
No
Credits
Minimum Units
4
Maximum Units
4
Academic Progress Units
4
Repeat For Credit
No
Components
Name
Lecture
Hours
4
Requisites
034638
Course Schedule
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