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Dec 26, 2024
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JS 628 - Practical Approaches to Substance Abuse Issues (2 units) Analysis of substance abuse issues in the criminal justice system including treatment, plea bargains, penalties, mental illness and referrals.
Grading Basis: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory Units of Lecture: 2 Offered: Every Fall - Odd Years
Student Learning Outcomes Upon completion of this course, students will be able to: 1. identify the issues and problems of substance abuse in the justice system. 2. recognize the physiological and pharmacological aspects of substance abuse. 3. compare drug-testing methodologies. 4. design an action plan to address problems identified as affecting substance-abusing offenders. 5. identify aspects of the treatment and recovery process for persons with substance abuse issues.
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