Courses Offered Spring 2023
January 9 - May 5
ATC 632: Addictions (3 credits)
This three-credit elective course provides an overview of the field of Addiction Studies. Topics that will be covered include drugs and society, substance and process addictions, evidence-based best practices for the substance abuse counselor, assessment, the recovery process, addiction and the family, and prevention strategies. This course covers diagnosis and treatment of addictive disorders and includes an overview of the philosophies and evidenced-based best practices, policies, and outcomes of the most generally accepted models of treatment, recovery, relapse prevention, and continuing care for addictions and other substance abuse related problems. Students also gain awareness of the impact of drug abuse on society and an appreciation of the cultural context within which addiction and recovery occurs.
ATC 634: Career Counseling (3 credits)
This elective course includes the study of theory and process of career counseling. Students will acquire skills to incorporate career development theory into the practice of counseling. Students will be introduced to career assessment tools and occupational methods.
Requirements for admission/registration:
Complete the GradCAS application at least two (2) weeks before the start of a course or continuing education for credit learning as a non-degree seeking student.
Official transcripts from an accredited university or college documenting a Master's degree in Art Therapy, Counseling, Psychology, or related field are required.
Please contact us at artthrpy@evms.edu with questions.
