ALSA 125 - The Dysfunctional Family

3 credits

Examines major family counseling theories and their application to the family system that is being affected by and is affecting persons with substance use disorders.

Theory Hours
3 theory hours.

Vocational Program Course
Vocational program course.

AA General Elective
May be used as a general elective in the AA degree.

Course Outcomes

Meet mandated course requirement for Substance/Alcohol Counselor I certification by Bureau of Alcohol and Substance Abuse, Chemical Dependency Certification Board and State Department of Licensing
To introduce students to family group processes and theoretical framework for treatment of family disorders related to alcohol/substance abuse