AODS 159 - Co-Occurring Disorders in Alcohol and Other Drug Counseling

    Recent Professors
    Victoria Ellen Velasquez
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Spring 2025
    Class Size
    30–40 students
    Credits
    3
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of AODS 159
    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    This course is a study of co-occurring disorders, a condition which occurs when a person has a substance use disorder and a separate psychiatric diagnosis or other mental health-related symptoms or problems. Students learn the definitions and terms related to co-occurring disorders and the principles that guide systems of care for persons with co-occurring disorders. Emphasis is placed on identifying the most current, evidence-based practices for treating co-occurring disorders and applying screening, assessment, referral, and treatment protocols for persons with co-occurring disorders who enter substance use treatment facilities. Students demonstrate the skills necessary to apply for California state certification as an alcohol and drug counselor as they relate to treating co-occurring disorders and familiarity with the terminology, diagnoses, and treatment conditions of the mental health field. This course is intended for students in the Alcohol and Other Drug Studies program. Note that material presented in this course is clinical in nature and may not be suitable for the general population of students.
    Usually Held
    Thu 5:30pm–8:35pm, Tue 5:30pm–8:40pm