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A general overview of ethics in addiction counselling, the course focuses on the problems and personal difficulties that may arise when working as a helper. Learn how to deal with difficult clients, how to ethical relationship and boundary issues while working with groups and families. Topics include:
Learn to conduct successful interviews and counselling sessions with those in need of help. Using an evidenced-based treatment approach you can motivate clients to make the necessary changes to their lives. You will also learn the Canadian health and social service structure and the uniqueness of the Canadian counselling environment. Topics include:
Students are introduced to the basic concepts and skills of facilitating a group counselling session. You will learn the stages of groups, the group process, the purpose of group sessions and therapeutic forces that help promote recovery. Throughout the course you will:
Grading:
All MicroDiploma courses have different grading systems. For most, it is a combination of homework, assignments, quizzes and exams. Some course grading is 100% based on assignments or exams. An example of the breakdown is listed below.
This MicroDiploma is part of:
9 weeks at 20 hours per week.
All courses are taught in English.
Apply your new knowledge and skills to a career in Canada.
World-class textbooks are available with no extra cost.
Module credits you have completed can be put towards a MicroDiploma. Earn MicroDiploma credits to put towards a Diploma.
Below is a selection of textbooks students will use when taking this course. Our textbooks are painstakingly selected for their industry-standard content and authors who are considered leaders in their respective fields.
Gain is a candid insider’s look at the demands, strains and challenges this field can have on helping workers. There is an emphasis on self-reflection with regard to the issues and strains that professional helpers must deal with daily. It is an excellent resource for those planning a career in human services, counselling, social work, psychology, couples and family therapy, or related professions and helpers just starting their careers.
In addition, the material includes MindTap which, encourages students to use critical thinking and empowers them with an anywhere, anytime digital learning resource.
Authors:
Marianne Corey: Marianne Schneider Corey is a licensed marriage and family therapist in California and a National Certified Counselor. A fellow of the Association for Specialists in Group Work, she was the recipient of its Eminent Career Award in 2001. She received the Lifetime Achievement Award from the American Mental Health Counselors Association in 2011.
Gerald Corey: Professor emeritus of human services and counseling at California State University at Fullerton. He is a fellow of the American Psychological Association, the American Counseling Association and the Association for Specialists in Group Work. Association. He is the author or co-author of 16 textbooks in counseling currently in print, along with more than 70 journal articles and books.
Offers readers an introduction to the knowledge, skills, values, and tools needed by today's professional helpers. The book's conceptual foundation reflects four critical areas for helpers: core skills and attributes, effectiveness and evidence-based practice, diversity issues, and critical commitments and ethical practice, using an interdisciplinary approach that reflects the authors' extensive experience in the fields of counselling, psychology, social work, and health and human services.
Authors:
Sherry Cormier: Sherry Cormier is Professor Emerita in the Department of Counseling, Rehabilitation Counseling, and Counseling Psychology at West Virginia University in Morgantown, West Virginia. A licensed psychologist, her current research and practice interests are in counseling and psychology training and supervision models; issues impacting girls and women; health, wellness, and stress management; and grief recovery.
Paula S. Nurius: Professor, and Associate Dean in the School of Social Work at the University of Washington in Seattle, Dr. Nurius is a mental health specialist with research, practice, and teaching experience that addresses perception and responding under conditions of stress and trauma.
Cynthia J. Osborn: Professor of Counselor Education and Supervision at Kent State University in Kent, Ohio. She is a licensed professional clinical counselor and a licensed chemical dependency counselor in Ohio. Her research, clinical practice, and teaching have focused on addictive behaviors and counselor supervision from the perspectives of motivational interviewing and solution-focused therapy.
Designed as a textbook and practice reference guide for students and practitioners, Choices combines theory, practice examples with sample interviews, and challenging self-awareness exercises in a comprehensive yet readable format. Illustrative practice examples and challenging exercises promote skill development, conceptual understanding, and self-awareness.
Author:
Bob Shebib: A counsellor with over 35 years of experience in clinical work, teaching, and consulting with broad experience in the field. He has worked in child protection, public welfare, corrections, and residential youth care. He has graduate degrees in both social work and business. Bob is the author of numerous other textbooks and scholarly papers on the topic of counselling. As well, he has been a keynote speaker at many national and international. He also maintains an active community consulting and training practice.
The textbook gives students a brief, evidence-based treatment approach to motivating clients who have both mental health and alcohol and drug misuse issues. Developed by an expert team with many years of research and practice experience in the fields of psychosis and addiction, this approach combines cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and the authors’ own cognitive-behavioral integrated treatment. It allows practitioners to engage clients in meaningful dialogue for change during short windows of opportunity following relapses or admittance to a psychiatric hospital and helps clients consider the impact of substance misuse on mental health. Easy to understand and implement, this guide also includes helpful tools for practitioners, such as session-specific content, illustrative case material, easy-to-use worksheets, and additional information for family members and friends.
Author:
Dr. Hermine Graham: A Clinical Psychologist who studies drug and alcohol use and their effects on mental health. She is a Chartered Psychologist and member of the British Psychological Society (BPS) and the British Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP) and registered with the Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC). She completed a Post–qualification Diploma in Cognitive Therapy at the Oxford Cognitive Therapy Centre in 1997.
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$923.00
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Affordability: Compared to other Canadian online and in-person colleges, we offer the same high-quality education at lower prices.
Top Learning Materials: We use the best textbooks and learning platforms available, written and recognized by industry experts.
Industry-experienced Instructors: Our faculty members come from the course industry and are up to date on the latest trends and techniques.
World-Class Skills: Canadian post-secondary education is recognized the world over for its excellence in preparing students to enter the global job market.
Cost Effective: Because we are online, there is no need to obtain a student visa or incur the financial or emotional costs associated with relocating to Canada for your studies.
Career-Focused Knowledge: Graduate prepared to enter the job market that corresponds to your field of study and ready to meet employer needs.
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Everything depends on your experience, location, industry, and the job market itself. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual wage for Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors was $47,660, Community Health Workers was $43,000, and Social and Community Service Managers, which includes Case Managers, was $69,600 as of May 2020.
Addiction and Community Services jobs are crucial for individuals and communities impacted by addiction and related issues. These professionals play a critical role in helping people overcome addiction, access resources, and improve their overall health and well-being. As such, these careers are in-demand and will continue to increase in importance and necessity within Canada and the rest of the world.
Online learning is user-centric. Students can study at their own pace, repeat assessments, and take breaks when needed. This helps students to balance their work, education, and family without feeling overwhelmed.
Online learning is accessible. Students only need a space to work with a connection to the internet. Anyone can turn their home into a classroom with Online Learning!
Online learning costs less. NeoCanada doesn’t have classrooms, so we can charge less for the exact same learning materials that are used in Canadian Colleges and Universities. Students also save money because they don’t have to pay for transportation between the classroom and their residences.
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Canadian education is recognized and highly valued around the world; employers know that it’s an accomplishment to receive a credential from a Canadian Institution.
Graduates from Canadian post-secondary institutions have higher employability rates, making them more competitive in the job market both domestically and globally.
Diplomas focus on a distinct discipline and are intended to give students a practical education to develop greater knowledge. Graduates of Diploma Programs have proven themselves to be capable individuals and are highly valuable to employers.
MicroDiplomas are a section of a Diploma. They are intended for students who want to upgrade their skills or get a comprehensive education in a new subject.
Modules provide students with knowledge of a single subject and are an excellent way for students to try out online education and learn something new.
You get all the benefits of a Canadian education without the travel, lodging, or time spent away from home that traditional in-person Canadian schools incur on foreign learners. You can remain in your country with your friends, family, and support networks without interrupting your current job or lifestyle.
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