{ "college": "palo-verde-college", "edition": "2026-2027", "code": "ADS", "name": "Alcohol & Drug Studies", "sourceUrl": "https://catalog.paloverde.edu/index.php?catoid=2", "courses": [ { "code": "ADS 101", "subject": "ADS", "number": "101", "title": "Introduction to Addiction Studies", "units": "3", "hours": "54 hours total, 3 hours lecture weekly", "advisory": "ENG 100 (now ENGL C1000)", "cid": [], "transfer": [ "CSU" ], "description": "Addiction Studies investigates the sociological, psychological, and physical impacts of substance abuse on a global scale. This course offers an introduction to many illicit and licit substances, and the treatment and prevention methodologies currently in use. Students will learn about individual drugs and drug classes. The biological and psychological characteristics of substance abuse will be closely examined. Drug use variations and the effects of culture, and current controversies in the field of addiction studies will be explored. This course is designed for students in the Alcohol and Drug Studies Program. It is required for obtaining certification from the California Board of Alcohol and Drug Counselors.", "notes": [ "Student Learning Outcomes: Describe long-term biological and psychological effects of the abuse of illicit and/or licit drugs. Identify the levels of intervention in substance abuse prevention. Describe specific individual risk and protective factors.", "General Education: Not approved for General Education", "Course Duration (Weeks): 18" ], "offered": [ { "term": "fall-2026", "name": "Fall 2026", "sections": 1, "open": 1, "url": "/c/palo-verde-college/schedule/fall-2026/ads/#ads-101", "subject": "ADS", "listedAs": "ADS-101" } ] }, { "code": "ADS 102", "subject": "ADS", "number": "102", "title": "Pharmacology and Physiological Effects of Addiction", "units": "3", "hours": "54 hours total, 3 hours lecture weekly", "cid": [], "transfer": [ "CSU" ], "description": "This course examines the effects of alcohol and other chemically altering drugs on behavior and body functions, highlighting impairment to systemic processes. Students will learn the pharmacology and pharmacokinetics of addiction. In addition, they will become familiar with diagnostic procedures and tools used to measure these effects. This course provides information on specific anatomic processes targeted by pharmacological and physiological treatments, and the recovery programs currently available. This course is designed for the student continuing studies in the ADS certificate program as well as some students pursuing other related fields.", "notes": [ "Student Learning Outcomes: SLO #1: Evaluate brain function, describe its structure, and explain how neurons and synapses communicate to influence behavior and cognition. SLO #2: Evaluate and describe the disease of alcoholism and other substance dependence illnesses including signs and symptoms, endocrine research, and the American Medical Association definitions.", "General Education: Not approved for General Education", "Course Duration (Weeks): 18" ], "offered": [] }, { "code": "ADS 103", "subject": "ADS", "number": "103", "title": "Case Management and Documentation", "units": "3", "hours": "54 hours total, 3 hours lecture weekly", "advisory": "ENG 100 (now ENGL C1000)", "cid": [], "transfer": [ "CSU" ], "description": "This course outlines information related to: initial admission requirements for alcohol and drug assistance programs; assessment requirements for orientation to the programs; disciplinary rules; costs of programs; methods of payment; clients' rights; treatment goals; methods of charting; treatment and recovery plans; roles of aftercare in the treatment process; importance of client follow-up; relapse dynamics; various modalities of treatment; program planning; client education; community resources; referrals; and intervention techniques. This course is designed for the student in the Alcohol and Drug Studies program.", "notes": [ "Student Learning Outcomes: SLO #1: Analyze and describe the initial assessment information needed to complete the intake interview including alcohol/ drug history, education background, vocation information, cultural background, socio-economic information, life-style and living situations, medical status, strengths and weaknesses, and specific problems for development of a treatment plan. SLO #2: Synthesize the capability necessary to complete reports and records, charting the results of assessment and the treatment plan; writing reports, keeping progress notes, and doing discharge and other related client data.", "General Education: Not approved for General Education", "Course Duration (Weeks): 18" ], "offered": [] }, { "code": "ADS 104", "subject": "ADS", "number": "104", "title": "Addiction Prevention Education and Outreach/Referral", "units": "3", "hours": "54 hours total, 3 hours lecture weekly", "advisory": "ENG 100 (now ENGL C1000)", "cid": [], "transfer": [ "CSU" ], "description": "This course provides an overview of theories and strategies for the prevention of substance use disorders. Primary secondary, tertiary, and evidenced-based prevention models will be introduced and assessed. The concepts of prevention programs in different settings will be presented. Strategies such as education, public policies, media/information dissemination, ethnic, cultural, and gender-specific approaches, environmental risk reduction, and alternatives will be presented and assessed for their application to different target populations. This course is designed for students in the Alcohol and Drug Studies Program.", "notes": [ "Student Learning Outcomes: SLO #1: Compare and Contrast the Primary, Secondary, and Tertiary prevention models. SLO #2: Evaluate strategies such as education, public policies, media/information dissemination, ethnic, cultural, and gender-specific approaches, and environmental risk reduction.", "General Education: Not approved for General Education", "Course Duration (Weeks): 18" ], "offered": [ { "term": "spring-2027", "name": "Spring 2027", "sections": 1, "open": 1, "url": "/c/palo-verde-college/schedule/spring-2027/ads/#ads-104", "subject": "ADS", "listedAs": "ADS-104" } ] }, { "code": "ADS 105", "subject": "ADS", "number": "105", "title": "Co-occurring Disorders and Chemical Dependency", "units": "3", "hours": "54 hours total, 3 hours lecture weekly", "advisory": "ENG 100 (now ENGL C1000)", "cid": [], "transfer": [ "CSU" ], "description": "This course is designed to instruct students when working with clients who have co-occurring disorders in the assessment, referral, and professional collaboration process. Current research indicates that approximately half of the individuals seeking alcohol and drug counseling have co-occurring disorders and require concurrent, integrated treatment. Areas covered include the major concepts of chronic mental illness, DSM criteria, integrated treatment and relapse prevention. This course is designed for students in the Alcohol and Drug Studies Program.", "notes": [ "Student Learning Outcomes: SLO #1: Differentiate the types of psychiatric disorders and appraise the client's treatment needs. SLO #2: Formulate an integrated approach to counseling clients with co-occurring disorders based on current techniques of mental health treatment and self- help groups.", "General Education: Not approved for General Education", "Course Duration (Weeks): 18" ], "offered": [] }, { "code": "ADS 106", "subject": "ADS", "number": "106", "title": "Counseling Interventions", "units": "3", "hours": "54 hours total, 3 hours lecture weekly", "advisory": "ENG 100 (now ENGL C1000)", "cid": [], "transfer": [ "CSU" ], "description": "Introduces the foundation concepts, theory and application of Individual Counseling within the field of alcohol and drug studies. Specifically addresses concepts of field work providing services to special populations. Included topics are the dynamics of the helping relationship, analysis and implications of common characteristics of substance dependent individuals, demonstrations and practice of assessments, and interviewing and referral techniques.", "notes": [ "Student Learning Outcomes: Provide examples of Individual Counseling interventions techniques and how to implement them in field work. Identify Ethical, Legal, and Professional issues. Describe Professional Readiness, Clinical Evaluation, and Treatment Planning.", "General Education: Not approved for General Education", "Course Duration (Weeks): 18" ], "offered": [ { "term": "spring-2027", "name": "Spring 2027", "sections": 1, "open": 1, "url": "/c/palo-verde-college/schedule/spring-2027/ads/#ads-106", "subject": "ADS", "listedAs": "ADS-106" } ] }, { "code": "ADS 107", "subject": "ADS", "number": "107", "title": "Group Counseling", "units": "3", "hours": "54 hours total, 3 hours lecture weekly", "advisory": "ENG 100 (now ENGL C1000)", "cid": [], "transfer": [ "CSU" ], "description": "The course covers theories and research strategies regarding interpersonal behavior, interpersonal styles, forms of communication, controversy, and conflict concerning the individual affected by addiction and its effects. The course teaches the dynamics of small group processes, group goals, decision-making, leadership, and communication problems when dealing with substance addiction and its effects. The course also instructs students on the utilization of strategies to prevent interpersonal and system dysfunctions associated with addiction by learning appropriate enriched activities, effective communication, and appropriate coping skills. This course is designed for students in the Alcohol and Drug Studies Program, and it is required for obtaining certification from the California Certification Board for Alcohol and Drug Counselors.", "notes": [ "Student Learning Outcomes: SLO #1. Demonstrate an understanding of current theories used in group therapy. SLO #2: Demonstrate knowledge of key factors associated with group formation and dynamics.. SLO#3: Demonstrate an understanding of cultural competency in group dynamics.", "General Education: Not approved for General Education", "Course Duration (Weeks): 18" ], "offered": [ { "term": "fall-2026", "name": "Fall 2026", "sections": 1, "open": 1, "url": "/c/palo-verde-college/schedule/fall-2026/ads/#ads-107", "subject": "ADS", "listedAs": "ADS-107" } ] }, { "code": "ADS 108", "subject": "ADS", "number": "108", "title": "Family Dynamics of Addictions", "units": "3", "hours": "54 hours total, 3 hours lecture weekly", "advisory": "ENG 100 (now ENGL C1000)", "cid": [], "transfer": [ "CSU" ], "description": "This course is designed to provide an in-depth look at alcoholism and substance abuse on the family dynamic. In this course, the etiology, symptomology, and treatment of the effects of addiction on family system will be examined. The student will learn to identify patterns of family dysfunction and the impact of chemical dependency on family members. In addition, the student will learn family-oriented approaches to recovery and reintegration into the community.", "notes": [ "Student Learning Outcomes: SLO #1: Describe effects of alcohol/drug dependency on the family unit. SLO # 2: Demonstrate an understanding of family roles and provide examples of intervention with each role. SLO #3: Identify interpersonal skills, counseling techniques applicable to family system.", "General Education: Not approved for General Education", "Course Duration (Weeks): 18" ], "offered": [ { "term": "spring-2027", "name": "Spring 2027", "sections": 1, "open": 1, "url": "/c/palo-verde-college/schedule/spring-2027/ads/#ads-108", "subject": "ADS", "listedAs": "ADS-108" } ] }, { "code": "ADS 109", "subject": "ADS", "number": "109", "title": "Substance Abuse in Special Populations", "units": "3", "hours": "54 hours total, 3 hours lecture weekly", "advisory": "ENG 100 (now ENGL C1000)", "cid": [], "transfer": [ "CSU" ], "description": "Substance abuse and dependence have many unique characteristics when it occurs in persons and groups outside the typical family unit. This course addresses various cultural factors influencing the use and abuse of alcohol and other drugs in selected special populations in American society and the effect of these influences on the treatment and recovery processes for chemical dependency. An examination of those characteristics is explored among special populations including adolescents, the elderly, racial and ethnic minorities, gays/lesbians, the physically and developmentally disabled, the chronically ill, and the incarcerated population.", "notes": [ "Student Learning Outcomes: SLO # 1: Recognize major elements of multicultural counseling and therapy. SLO #2: Demonstrate ability to recognize verbal, behavioral and affective issues associated with different cultures relevant to substance abuse counseling. SLO # 3: Demonstrate ability to utilize multicultural counseling techniques in training and practice.", "General Education: Not approved for General Education", "Course Duration (Weeks): 18" ], "offered": [] }, { "code": "ADS 110", "subject": "ADS", "number": "110", "title": "Introduction to Human Services", "units": "3", "hours": "54 hours total, 3 hours lecture weekly", "advisory": "ENG 100 (now ENGL C1000)", "cid": [], "transfer": [ "CSU" ], "description": "Explores the history of human services, career opportunities, and the role of the human service worker. Focuses on target populations and community agencies designed to meet the needs of various populations.", "notes": [ "Student Learning Outcomes: Describe the development of human services work Identify underrepresented populations and specific needs of human service clients Explain the relationship of human services and counseling Explain ethical, professional and legal Issues regarding counseling situations", "General Education: Not approved for General Education", "Course Duration (Weeks): 18" ], "offered": [ { "term": "spring-2027", "name": "Spring 2027", "sections": 1, "open": 1, "url": "/c/palo-verde-college/schedule/spring-2027/ads/#ads-110", "subject": "ADS", "listedAs": "ADS-110" } ] }, { "code": "ADS 111", "subject": "ADS", "number": "111", "title": "Law and Ethics in Alcohol and Drug Studies", "units": "3", "hours": "54 hours total, 3 hours lecture weekly", "advisory": "ENG 100 (now ENGL C1000)", "cid": [], "transfer": [ "CSU" ], "description": "Explores the legal, ethical, professional and personal issues involved in the treatment of substance use disorders. Emphasis is placed on professional responsibility and patient rights as well as issues of the work place and professional growth.", "notes": [ "Student Learning Outcomes: Analyze and describe appropriate legal and ethical issues and practices within ADS treatment. Identify and analyze the client's rights and ADS worker responsibilities as well as being able to determine appropriate ethical boundaries in the client and professional relationships. Apply HIPAA and CFR 42 Part II concepts so as to be able to provide both legal and ethical services.", "General Education: Not approved for General Education", "Course Duration (Weeks): 18" ], "offered": [ { "term": "fall-2026", "name": "Fall 2026", "sections": 1, "open": 1, "url": "/c/palo-verde-college/schedule/fall-2026/ads/#ads-111", "subject": "ADS", "listedAs": "ADS-111" } ] }, { "code": "ADS 150", "subject": "ADS", "number": "150", "title": "Practicum for Alcohol and Drug Studies I", "units": "3", "hours": "154 hours total, 0.22 hours lecture weekly, 8.33 hours clinical", "prerequisite": "Completion of at least 27 units of the ADS program", "cid": [], "transfer": [ "CSU" ], "description": "This course is the first part of a supervised fieldwork practicum that actively involves students at a supervised chemical dependency service site. Students apply and integrate the values, knowledge, and skills learned in the classroom through direct, hands-on experience in the area of alcohol and drug counseling. Special attention is given to individual, group, and family counseling.", "notes": [ "Student Learning Outcomes: Apply knowledge gained in ADS coursework in a therapeutic setting. Evaluate the application of the 12 core functions of an alcohol and drug counselor. Achieve six measurable, personal goals based on the 12 core functions.", "General Education: Not approved for General Education", "Course Duration (Weeks): 18" ], "offered": [] }, { "code": "ADS 151", "subject": "ADS", "number": "151", "title": "Practicum for Alcohol and Drug Studies II", "units": "3", "hours": "154 hours total, 0.22 hours lecture weekly, 8.33 hours clinical", "prerequisite": "ADS 150", "cid": [], "transfer": [ "CSU" ], "description": "This course is the second part of a supervised fieldwork practicum that actively involves students at a supervised chemical dependency service site. Students apply and integrate the values, knowledge, and skills learned in the classroom through direct, hands-on experience in the area of alcohol and drug counseling. Special attention is given to individual, group, and family counseling.", "notes": [ "Student Learning Outcomes: Apply knowledge gained in ADS coursework in a therapeutic setting. Evaluate the application of the 12 core functions of an alcohol and drug counselor. Achieve six measurable, personal goals based on the 12 core functions.", "General Education: Not approved for General Education", "Course Duration (Weeks): 18" ], "offered": [] } ] }