Spring 2026 Course Syllabus
Course: DAAC-1165 (Section: 11, CRN: 10076)
Practicum (Field Experience) 		LSCPA Logo Image
Instructor Information
Instructor Linda White
Email whitel@lamarpa.edu
Phone (409) 984-6308
Office Student Center - Room: 408
Office Hours None
Additional Contact Information
Course Information
Description Practical, general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan developed by the employer, college, and student.
Required 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
Additional Materials/Resources None
Corequisites/Prerequisites
  • DAAC-1311 Counseling Theories
  • DAAC-2330 Multicultural Counseling
  • DAAC-2454 Dynamics of Group Counseling
Learning Outcomes

Student LearningObjectives:

The student will complete a field experience in each of the following KSADimensions

  • ClinicalEvaluation
  • Screening
  • Assessment
  • TreatmentPlanning
  • Referral
  • ServiceCoordination
  • Implementing TreatmentPlan
  • Consulting
  • Continuing Assessment and TreatmentPlanning
  • Counseling
  • IndividualCounseling
  • GroupCounseling
  • Families, Couples and SignificantOthers
  • Client, Family and CommunityEducation
  • Documentation
  • Professional and EthicalResponsibilities
 
Program Student Learning Outcomes 1. Demonstrates effective, ethical, multicultural care for a diverse group of individuals within the scope of practice of a professional counselor in the field of behavioral addictions and substance use disorders.    2. Demonstrate the ability to conduct professional screening, assessment, treatment planning, prevention and education, case coordination services, and documentation of those services as a Substance Abuse Counselor.   3. Identify and demonstrate knowledge of the basics of counseling principles, theories and skills to include crisis management.    4. Demonstrate knowledge of the various models and theories of behavioral addictions and substance   use disorders and other problems related to addiction. 
Lecture Topics Outline
01/20/26  
 
First Day of School
 Class Collaborate 5:30pm
 		  
1/27/26 Class Collaborate 5:30pm
 
      Review:
Syllabus & Calendar
Weekly Log		  
2/03/26 Class Collaborate 5:30pm
 		 Liability Insurance Form & Receipt
Student Information Sheet
Confidentiality Agreement
Ethical Standards
PreAdmission Policies
 
2/10/26 Discussion Board #1
 		  
2/17/26 Discussion Board #2
 		  
2/24/26 Class Collaborate 5:30pm  
3/03/26  
Watch Ethics Video
 		  
3/10/26 Class Collaborate 5:30pm
 		 Mid-Term Evaluation  
3/17/26 SPRING BREAK
 		  
3/24/26 Discussion Board #3  
3/31/26 Site Visit  
4/7/26 Class Collaborate 5:30pm
 		 4/19/26
4/14/26 Discussion Board #4  
4/21/28 Community Readiness Survey  
5/05/26 Class Collaborate 5:30pm
Informational -wrap up		  
5/8/26 ALL FINAL Forms due
By 11:59 pm		  

Major Assignments Schedule

Your final grade is based on thefollowing:

  1. Pre- Course Forms 10%
  2. Satisfactory Completion of 150 Hours of Field Experience/ Weekly Logs 50 %
  3. Mid- Term Evaluation 10%
  4. Course work/Discussion Board Assignments 15%
  5. Attendance- Participation 5%
  6. Final Post -Course Evaluation Forms 10%
Final Exam Date January 21, 2026 - 1:0 PM   Through  May 12, 2026 - 1:0 PM
Grading Scale 90 - 100 = A     80 - 89 = B     70 - 79 = C     60 - 69 = D     Below 59 = F
Determination of
Final Grade
  1. Assignments - 60%, Evaluations - 15%, Projects- 25%
Course Policies
Instructor Policies Email to schedule  appointment
Attendance Policy
 
   
  NOTE: The following statement will be included on all course syllabi.

LSCPA is committed to establishing and maintaining an environment that is free from all forms of sex discrimination, including sexual harassment, sexual violence, and other forms of sexual misconduct. All LSCPA employees, including faculty, have the responsibility to report disclosures of sexual misconduct, including sexual harassment, sexual assault (including rape and acquaintance rape), domestic violence, dating violence, relationship violence, or stalking, to LSCPA's Title IX Coordinator, whose role is to coordinate the college's response to sexual misconduct. For more information about Title IX protections, faculty reporting responsibilities, options for confidential reporting, and the resources available for support visit LSCPA's Title IX website.
   
  NOTE: The following statement will be included on all course syllabi.

This syllabus is part of LSCPA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504.
 

Additional Information None
Institutional Policies
MyLSCPA Be sure to check your campus email and Course Homepage using MyLSCPA campus web portal. You can also access your grades, transcripts, academic advisors, degree progress, and other services through MyLSCPA.
Academic Honesty Academic honesty is expected from all students, and dishonesty in any form will not be tolerated. Please consult the LSCPA policies (Academic Dishonesty section in the Student Handbook) for consequences of academic dishonesty.
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 Disability Services Coordinator, Room 117, in the Student Sucess Center. The phone number is (409) 984-6241.
COVID 19 Information The Lamar State College Port Arthur (LSCPA) Student Code of Conduct COVID 19 Policy requires students who have been diagnosed with COVID 19 to report their condition directly to their local health department. Students should also contact their course faculty to report their quarantine status. In addition, this policy requires all students to wear face coverings when directly exposed to COVID 19 in compliance with the criteria included in the policy. For more information please refer to the COVID 19 link on the LSCPA website.
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.
HB 2504 This syllabus is part of LSCPA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504.
Mandatory Reporting of Child Abuse and Neglect As per Texas law and LSCPA policy, all LSCPA employees, including faculty, are required to report allegations or disclosures of child abuse or neglect to the designated authorities, which may include a local or state law enforcement agency or the Texas Department of Family Protective Services. For more information about mandatory reporting requirements, see LSCPA's Policy and Procedure Manual.
Title IX and Sexual Misconduct LSCPA is committed to establishing and maintaining an environment that is free from all forms of sex discrimination, including sexual harassment, sexual violence, and other forms of sexual misconduct. All LSCPA employees, including faculty, have the responsibility to report disclosures of sexual misconduct, including sexual harassment, sexual assault (including rape and acquaintance rape), domestic violence, dating violence, relationship violence, or stalking, to LSCPA's Title IX Coordinator, whose role is to coordinate the college's response to sexual misconduct. For more information about Title IX protections, faculty reporting responsibilities, options for confidential reporting, and the resources available for support visit LSCPA's Title IX website.
Clery Act Crime Reporting For more information about the Clery Act and crime reporting, see the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report and the Campus Security website.
Grievance / Complaint / Concern 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.
Department Information
Allied Health
Chair:Shirley MacNeill
Email:macneisb@lamarpa.edu
Phone:(409) 984-6365