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COUNSELING AND PERSONAL DEV.
Biopsycho-Social Factors in Addiction CEP 254 3.00
Prerequisite: CPD116 or permission of instructor.
Theories of alcohol and other drug addictions with emphasis on the signs and symptoms of problematic use, as well as methods of
assessment and intervention.
Developmental Theories-Prevention/Education Strategies CEP 255 3.00
Prerequisite: CPD116.
Impact of addiction on development in children and families, prenatal addiction and fetal alcohol syndrome, and current prevention and
education models and services.
Individualized Basic Learning Skills CPD 105 1.00 - 3.00
Prerequisite: None
This course is designed to supplement many courses in the curriculum. Students have access to a wide variety of instructional support
materials. Tutoring is offered in a number of disciplines. Supplemental Instruction (SI) is also available. This course may not transfer to a
baccalaureate degree of art or science within the universities in the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE).
Substance Abuse-Fundamental Facts and Insights CPD 116 3.00
Prerequisite: None
This course covers the following topics related to substance abuse in our society: identification of substances, reasons for abuse of alcohol
and of drugs, signs and symptoms of substance abuse, and approaches and techniques recognized as effective in substance abuse
counseling. It is recommended that students take the BADA workshop Classification Of Alcohol in addition to this course for BADA
certification. College credit can be given for the workshop.
Treatment Planning and Case Management CPD 120 2.00
Prerequisite: CPD 116.
This course is structured to provide each student with a working knowledge and understanding of treatment planning from intake to
aftercare. Discusses data acquisition, the importance of maintaining up-to-date counseling goals and objectives, documentation of the
therapeutic process, and federal and state requirements. It is recommended that students take the BADA workshop Confidentiality in
addition to this course for BADA certification. College credit can be given for the workshop.
Career Choices and Changes CPD 123 1.00 - 2.00
Prerequisite: None
A course in life and career planning, offered to help students make informed occupational choices. The course includes self-assessment
(personal values, abilities, and interests), opportunities for research into different careers, and training in proper decision-making and
goal-setting procedures.
Developing Your Own Potential CPD 124 1.00 - 3.00
Prerequisite: None
A structured small group experience through which students are helped to become more self-directed, self-motivated, and self-confident
while becoming more empathic toward other persons. The focus is on identifying personal resources and potentialities. This course may
not transfer to a baccalaureate degree of art or science within the universities in the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE).
Job Search Techniques CPD 125 1.00 - 3.00
Prerequisite: None
The goal of this course is to present techniques and strategies for use in the job hunting process. Students will be given the opportunity to
identify skills, abilities and interests, research a specific career area, write a resume, practice interview techniques, and practice realistic
decision making strategies. This course may not transfer to a baccalaureate degree of art or science within the universities in the Nevada
System of Higher Education (NSHE).
Parenting Skills CPD 126 1.00 - 3.00
Prerequisite: None
This course provides parents the opportunity to identify, learn and practice some basic skills which will help them reach their goals as
parents. This course may not transfer to a baccalaureate degree of art or science within the universities in the Nevada System of Higher
Education (NSHE).
Assertiveness Techniques I CPD 129 1.00 - 3.00
Prerequisite: None
This training is based on the assumption that persons are responsible for their own lives. Participants learn direct methods of expressing
feelings, needs and opinions without fear and without violating the rights of others. This course may not transfer to a baccalaureate degree
of art or science within the universities in the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE).
Stress Management Techniques I CPD 130 1.00 - 3.00
Prerequisite: None
Students will be introduced to methods of identifying and handling stress and tension that occur in daily life; also covered will be
techniques for reducing the amount of tension experienced in anxiety-producing situations. This course may not transfer to a baccalaureate
degree of art or science within the universities in the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE).
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* This course might not transfer to a baccalaureate degree of art or science within the universities in the Nevada System of Higher Education
(NSHE). If you plan to pursue a four-year degree, check with the institution where you intend to transfer to learn whether this course will count
toward the degree you intend to seek.