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May 06, 2024
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SAC 3000 - Compulsive Gambling: Treatment and Prevention for Substance Abuse Counselors
4 Credit(s) Hours: 4 hrs.
Students develop an understanding of gambling as a compulsive behavior often associated with substance use disorders. The historical phenomenon of wagering and its prevalence as a societal problem is explored. Clinical counseling and professional intervention with individuals and families are stressed, including assessment, treatment planning, referral/case management, as well as family and patient education. Evidence-based principles for prevention and intervention are also explored. This course also meets the eligibility criteria for the gambling designation – CASAC-G, once other practice and supervised experience guidelines are met.
Qualification for NYS OASAS as a gambling counselor certification
Prerequisite(s): SAC 2000 and SAC 2200
Department: Allied Health, Mental Health and Human Services
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