Program Learning Outcomes
| Title |
Description |
| Communication Skills |
The student will develop effective communication skills needed to work confidently with clients, families, and professionals. Students will learn to listen actively, express ideas clearly, and communicate with empathy, respect, and professionalism. Through practice and feedback, graduates will be able to build trust, explain treatment options, document accurately, and collaborate with others to support positive recovery outcomes. |
| To be determined |
This is a placeholder for course goals that have not been mapped to program learning outcomes |
| Critical Thinking Skills |
The student will build strong critical thinking skills that help them make thoughtful, informed decisions when working with clients. Students will learn how to look closely at client situations, use evidence-based practices, consider ethical and cultural factors, and question assumptions. By evaluating information and applying clinical knowledge, students will develop practical, client-centered strategies to effectively support individuals with substance use challenges. |
| Empirical and Quantitative Skills |
The student will develop strong empirical and quantitative skills to better understand and support client care. Students will learn how to use data, research findings, and assessment results to evaluate treatment effectiveness and make informed decisions. By interpreting basic statistics and evidence-based information, graduates will be able to track progress, adjust interventions, and contribute to ethical, effective, and data-informed addiction counseling practices. |
| Personal Responsibility |
The student will develop a strong sense of personal responsibility and professionalism in their work with clients and communities. Students will learn to act ethically, respect confidentiality, manage boundaries, and take accountability for their decisions and actions. By reflecting on their own values and behaviors, graduates will be prepared to provide responsible, trustworthy, and compassionate care in addiction counseling settings. |
| Social Responsibility |
The student will develop a strong sense of social responsibility and awareness of their role in supporting individuals and communities affected by addiction. Students will learn to recognize social, cultural, and environmental factors that impact substance use and recovery. By promoting fairness, advocacy, and community engagement, graduates will be prepared to support inclusive, respectful, and socially responsive addiction counseling practices. |
| Teamwork |
The student will develop strong teamwork skills to work effectively with other counselors, healthcare providers, and community professionals. Students will learn how to communicate openly, share responsibilities, respect different perspectives, and contribute positively to group goals. By collaborating as part of a team, graduates will be prepared to provide coordinated, supportive, and effective care for individuals in recovery. |
| Addiction Counseling Content Knowledge |
The student will build strong content knowledge related to substance use, addiction, and recovery. Students will learn key concepts, theories, and evidence-based practices used in addiction counseling. By understanding the biological, psychological, and social aspects of addiction, graduates will be prepared to apply their knowledge confidently and effectively in real-world counseling and treatment settings. |
| Content Knowledge |
The student will build strong content knowledge related to substance use, addiction, and recovery. Students will learn key concepts, theories, and evidence-based practices used in addiction counseling. By understanding the biological, psychological, and social aspects of addiction, graduates will be prepared to apply their knowledge confidently and effectively in real-world counseling and treatment settings. |