Recent SemestersFall 2026, Fall 2025, Fall 2024, Fall 2023, Fall 2022Class Size45 studentsCredits3PrerequisiteIt is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts. Transfers ToCSUDescriptionThis course provides an overview of the systems approach to counseling the chemically dependent family. Alcoholism is used as a model for developing counseling skills through the analysis and examination of the relationships that develop in the addicted family system. An experiential format is employed as students participate in exercises that lead to the development of necessary skills. This course is designed for students working with or preparing to work with drug-dependent individuals and the people around them.Usually HeldTue 7:00pm–10:10pm, Tue 6:30pm–9:40pm