Co-occurring Disorders - Rhode Island College

Co-occurring Disorders from Rhode Island College is a Campus Master Community Health degree that prepares you for a Healthcare career. The Masters Program in Co-occurring Disorders prepares students to work in a variety of counseling and social service settings. With a focus on services for clients experiencing the co-occurrence of substance abuse and mental health disorders, students are exposed to various theoretical models in counseling, including group counseling and vocational counseling approaches. In addition, students take courses in human development, testing and measurement in counseling, research methodology, and biological perspectives in mental health. The program includes 2 specialized courses in co-occurring disorders allowing students to gain more expertise in this area. Students also learn specific counseling skills through two clinical practicum courses. The two clinical practicum courses are \\\"lecture courses\\\" limited to 12 students. In these courses students practice counseling role plays, learn how to integrate theory and practice, and receive feedback about their counseling skills. The program emphasizes the reflective practitioner model and encourages students to remain open to ongoing learning experiences so as to increase their sensitivity to the evolving issues of diversity in counseling. Upon concluding the program, students often find jobs in the substance abuse field or in related social service agencies. Four courses in this program have been approved by the RI Board of Chemical Dependency professionals to satisfy the educational requirement for certification as a co-occurring disorders professional (CCDP). Some students pursue further specialized training in the substance abuse field to be licensed as a chemical dependency professional (LCDP). Students who are interested in becoming licensed mental health counselors (LMHC) are encouraged to continue their studies and apply to the CAGS (Certificate of Advanced Graduate Studies) in Mental Health Counseling. View more details on Rhode Island College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Community Health courses.