Spring 2022 Course Syllabus Course: DAAC-2343- Section: 71 Current Issues

Instructor Information
Instructor	Kimberly Arrington
E-mail	arringtonkd@lamarpa.edu
Phone	4099846356
Office	Location: Student Center - Room: 408 Hours: On Campus in Person or Virtual: Tuesdays 9 am- 4:30 pm Virtual Office Hours Only: Monday 2:00p - 5:00 p
COVID 19 Information	The Lamar State College Port Arthur (LSCPA) Student Code of Conduct COVID 19 Policy requires students who have been exposed to COVID 19 or diagnosed with COVID 19 to report their condition on the COVID 19 Notification Form (available via a link on the Student Code of Conduct COVID19 webpage). This information will be provided to the Dean of Student Services. In addition, this policy requires all students to wear face coverings in compliance with the criteria included in the policy. For more information please refer to the COVID 19 link on the LSCPA website.
Course Information
Description	A study of current issues that impact addiction counseling. Special populations, dual diagnosis, ethics, gambling, and infectious diseases associated with addiction counseling will be investigated. Identify sources of contemporary information regarding the treatment of substance abuse in special populations.
Prerequisites	None
Learning Outcomes	By the end of the semester, the student will be able to: 1. Identify “special populations” that are affected by chemical dependency. 2. Know the “drugs of choice” used by these special populations. 3. Identify physiological, psychological, and social factors that pre-dispose and support substance abuse in the special populations. 4. Delineate approaches used in reaching out to and providing treatment for special populations. 5. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities on the concepts of the core functions and domains of substance abuse counseling.
Core Objectives	* Communication skills: Students will demonstrate effective written, oral and visual communication. * Critical Thinking Skills: Students will engage in creative and/or innovative thinking, and/or inquiry, analysis, evaluation, synthesis of information, organizing concepts and constructing solutions. * Empirical and Quantitative Skills: Students will demonstrate applications of scientific and mathematical concepts.Social Responsibility: Students will demonstrate intercultural competency and civic knowledge by engaging effectively in local, regional, national and/or global communities. * Personal Responsibility: Students will demonstrate the ability to connect choices, actions and consequences to ethical decision-making.
Program Student Learning Outcomes	1. Demonstrate concept of knowledge base of special populations. 2.    Identify current trends and issues related to substances and their use. 3    Demonstrate understanding of current issues in treatment industry and profession 4    Demonstrate research skills and written communication skills 5    Identify knowledge, skills and attitudes of the core functions and domains of substance abuse counseling.
Textbooks	Textbook Purchasing Statement: A student attending Lamar State College Port Arthur is not under any obligation to purchase a textbook from the college-affiliated bookstore. The same textbook may also be available from an independent retailer, including an online retailer. None - Information will be provided
Lecture Topics Outline	Drugs and Behavior History and Today ; Drug- Taking Behavior: Personal and Social Issues History of Drug use and preferences within special Populations Current trends in Treatment; Documentary on Synthetic; Current trends in Treatment in various levels of care Documentaries on Drug and Alcohol use trends ASAM, NIDA, SAMHSA, WHO, other research organization and regulatory bodies Guidelines for Research project and Topics for Research Project Online assignment Spring Break Counseling trends and Special populations considerations in treatment Trends in Counseling Modalities and Industry standards
Major Assignments Schedule	attached
Final Exam Date	May 9, 2022 - 5:30 PM   Through  May 6, 2022 - 7:30 PM
Grading Scale	90 - 100=A    80 - 89=B    70 - 79=C     60 - 69=D    Below 59 = F
Determination of Final Grade	Discussion Board Assignments 30% Assignments                 25% Research paper and Presentation    30% Final Exam         15%
Course Policies
Instructor Policies	Contacting Instructor: Preferred method of contact: I am available most efficiently through Email at all times during the day. You may text me if absolutely necessary, otherwise, please email. All course business will be conducted through email, phone calls or video calls. It is HIGHLY encouraged that students check email often. Changes made to course content, deadlines, school issues, general announcements will be communicated via email. This is very similar to your career as a counselor. Learning to stay up to date with email now, will serve you well in a job. Note: I will not discuss grades, due dates, course assignments, tests, discussion board assignments via text. CONFIDENTIALITY/Content Advisory: It is expected that this class will contain information that at times will be of a personal nature to many students. These classes prepare you for a career in counseling. Some class discussions will deal with difficult and sensitive topics around drug use, alcohol use, consequences of that use and other matters. The topics often lead to personal information being shared in the classroom or online in discussion boards. Privileged information that is shared may under NO CIRCUMSTANCES be repeated or shared outside the classroom. I will be available to any student who wishes to discuss private matters regarding material in class/ If you feel you need professional counseling services, the College has a counseling center available to students, or I can furnish a referral for you. This is an opportunity for you to learn to operate in a confidential manner. If any student uses personal information shared by any class participant in a manner deemed unprofessional or harmful, it will be considered for disciplinary action within the Department of Allied Health. It is Expected that all students will respect the confidentiality of the classroom and discussions that are held. Professional Etiquette: Maintaining professional etiquette and setting boundaries are essential. Please monitor and manage your opinions, biases & personal belief systems to not impede on the professional growth of the class. Be courteous and respectful of others. Academic Honesty Plagiarism is considered the copying of information from another source and presenting it as if it was your own. This is NOT to be done in discussion boards, assignments, papers, presentations or any manner of assignment. If you copy information, you MUST identify the source. Plagiarism, cheating, and other forms of academic dishonesty are not only violations of the college system and the rules of this class, but are unethical and unprofessional. Plagiarism is considered the copying of information from another source and presenting it as if it was your own. This includes copy of information from a text in response to an answer to a question. You should not copy information directly. Take time to think about how to answer a question or respond to a discussion using your own words. This is NOT to be done in discussion boards, assignments, papers, presentations or any manner of assignment. If you copy information, you MUST identify the source.
Attendance Policy	Attendance/Participation Requirements: Students are to log into the course daily to check emails and announcements. attending Zoom meeting and/ or watch recorded Zoom meeting and complete assignments.
Academic Honesty	Academic honesty is expected from all students, and dishonesty in any form will not be tolerated. Please consult the LSC-PA policies (Section IX, subsection A, in the Faculty Handbook) for consequences of academic dishonesty.
Facility Policies	No food or tobacco products are allowed in the classroom. Only students enrolled in the course are allowed in the classroom, except by special instructor permission. Use of electronic devices is prohibited.
Important Information
ADA Considerations	The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal anti-discrimination statute that provides comprehensive civil rights for persons with disabilities. Among other things, this legislation requires that all students with disabilities be guaranteed a learning environment that provides for reasonable accommodation of their disabilities. If you believe you have a disability requiring an accommodation, please contact the the Office for Disability Services Coordinator, Room 231, in the Madison Monroe Building. The phone number is (409) 984-6241.
MyLSCPA	Be sure to check your campus E-mail and Course Homepage using MyLSCPA campus web portal (My.LamarPA.edu). When you've logged in, click the email icon in the upper right-hand corner to check email, or click on the "My Courses" tab to get to your Course Homepage. Click the link to your course and review the information presented. It is important that you check your email and Course Homepage regularly. You can also access your grades, transcripts, and determine who your academic advisor is by using MyLSCPA.
Other	ore Rules of Netiquette: Netiquette is a set of rules for behaving properly online. Your professor and fellow students wish to foster a safe online learning environment. All opinions and experiences, no matter how different or controversial they may be perceived, must be respected in the tolerant spirit of academic discourse. You are encouraged to comment, question, or critique an idea but you are not to attack an individual. Working as a community of learners, we can build a polite and respectful course community. The following communication tips apply to in person zoom lectures, or discussion board postings. •    Do not dominate any discussion or openly criticize one another's comments, ideas, or opinions. •    Remember your audience when writing anything in a course or professional environment. "The meaning of a message is left up to the interpreter"- Epiticus. Meaning, take the time to clearly express your thought, idea or answer. •    Give other students the opportunity to join in the discussion. •    Do not use offensive language. Present ideas and questions appropriately. •    Be cautious in using Internet language or word shortcuts generally used in text messaging. For example, do not capitalize all letters since this suggests shouting. •    Popular emoticons such as ☺ are not appropriate as part of professional communication •    Avoid using vernacular and/or slang language. This could possibly lead to misinterpretation. •    Never make fun of someone’s communication style •    Share tips with other students. •    Keep an “open-mind” and be willing to express even your opinion while respecting the opinion and experience of others. •    Think and edit before you push the “Send” button. •    Do not hesitate to ask for feedback.
HB 2504	This syllabus is part of LSC-PA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504.
Department	Allied Health Chair: Shirley MacNeill E-mail: macneisb@lamarpa.edu Phone: (409) 984-6365 If you have a grievance, complaint, or concern about this course that has not been resolved through discussion with the Instructor, please consult the Department Chair.