Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts.
Transfers to: CSU

This course provides an introduction to current perspectives with respect to the management of chemical dependency. Through an examination of alcoholism as a model of drug dependence, the treatment of and recovery from such disorders will be explored from two divergent perspectives: the reformative and the transformative. Current treatment modalities will be compared and contrasted in terms of their view of the individual in both the social and clinical context. The class experience itself will serve as an intervention by challenging students to examine their existing ideas about treatment and recovery from substance use disorders. This course is suitable for students interested in furthering their understanding of substance dependence and those interested in working with populations recovering from or at risk for such problems.

Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts.
Transfers to: CSU

This course is an introduction to the history and philosophy of human services in contemporary society. Emphasis is placed on the function and objectives of human services organizations as well as the qualifications of human services professionals. A survey of the populations served in the field focuses on cultural, social, economic, and historical trends. The course is designed for students pursuing careers in human services, social work, counseling, or community organizing.

Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts.
Transfers to: UC (*credit limit), CSU
(*Students will receive credit for only one of the following courses: PSY 101 or PSY 101H)

This course is designed as a general introduction to psychology for psychology majors, those with an interest in psychology, or anyone with a desire to further their understanding of human behavior. It provides an overview of the field of psychology, introducing students to the research methods used to advance the science of psychology and the various areas that comprise this diverse discipline. Research and theories are presented, discussed, and evaluated. Topics covered include biological psychology, sensation and perception, lifespan development, learning, memory, motivation and emotion, cognition, personality, psychopathology and social psychology.

Prerequisite: ENGL 101
Advisory:It is advised that students be able to read college-level texts.
Transfers to: UC (*credit limit), CSU
(*Students will receive credit for only one of the following courses: PSY 101 or PSY 101H)

This course is designed as a general introduction to psychology for psychology majors, those with an interest in psychology, or anyone with a desire to further their understanding of human behavior. It provides an overview of the field of psychology, introducing students to the research methods used to advance the science of psychology and the various areas that comprise this diverse discipline. Research and theories are presented, discussed, and evaluated. Topics covered include biological psychology, sensation and perception, lifespan development, learning, memory, motivation and emotion, cognition, personality, psychopathology and social psychology. This course is intended for those who meet Honors Program requirements.

Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at the college level and read college-level texts.
Transfers to: UC (*credit limit), CSU
(*Students will receive credit for only one of the following courses: PSY 112 or CD 106)

This course provides an overview of human psychological development across the lifespan. The course addresses the physical, cognitive, social, and emotional changes that occur from the prenatal period through death; explores the development issues of stability versus change, continuity versus discontinuity, and nature versus nurture; examines the perspectives of major developmental theorists, including Freud, Erickson, and Piaget; and considers current research findings and their applicability to ongoing developmental problems. This course is appropriate for students who want to develop a better understanding of the developmental gains and losses that occur throughout our lives.

Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts.
Transfers to: UC, CSU

This course provides an introduction to the study of abnormal behavior for psychology majors, those with an interest in mental illness, or anyone with a desire to further their understanding of how psychological "abnormalities" are defined, studied, and treated. The classification, assessment and treatment of psychological disorders will be explored. Students will not only develop an understanding of the etiology and diagnosis of such disorders, as based upon the criteria provided in the most current version of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders ("DSM"), but develop an appreciation of the cultural, historical and theoretical influences that affect the definitions and treatment of abnormal behavior.

Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and be able to read college-level texts.
Transfers to: UC (*credit limit), CSU
(*Students will receive credit for only one of the following courses: SOC 101 or SOC 101H)

This course is designed for students with an interest in the discipline of sociology, or anyone who wants to further their understanding of human group behavior and the organization of society. Using several theoretical points of view, students study and analyze the organization of social life; problems of inequality, including age, sex, race and ethnicity, social class, and lifestyle; the basic social institutions of family, religion, and economics; and global issues related to technology, social movements, and social change.

Prerequisite: Enrollment is restricted to those who meet Honors Program requirements (minimum GPA of 3.0);completion of ENGL 101 and be able to read college-level texts.
Transfers to: UC (*credit limit), CSU
(*Students will receive credit for only one of the following courses: SOC 101 or SOC 101H)

This course is designed for students with an interest in the discipline of sociology, or anyone who wants to further their understanding of human group behavior and the organization of society. Using several theoretical points of view, students study and analyze the organization of social life; problems of inequality, including age, sex, race and ethnicity, social class, and lifestyle;the basic social institutions of family, religion, and economics; and global issues related to technology, social movements, and social change. This course is intended for students eligible for the Honors Program.

Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts.
Transfers to: CSU

This course provides an overview of the systems approach to counseling the chemically dependent family. Alcoholism is used as a model for developing counseling skills through the analysis and examination of the relationships that develop in the addicted family system. An experiential format is employed as students participate in exercises that lead to the development of necessary skills. This course is designed for students working with or preparing to work with drug-dependent individuals and the people around them.

Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts.
Transfers to: CSU

This course is an introduction to the history and philosophy of human services in contemporary society. Emphasis is placed on the function and objectives of human services organizations as well as the qualifications of human services professionals. A survey of the populations served in the field focuses on cultural, social, economic, and historical trends. The course is designed for students pursuing careers in human services, social work, counseling, or community organizing.

Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts.
Transfers to: UC (*credit limit), CSU
(*Students will receive credit for only one of the following courses: PSY 101 or PSY 101H)

This course is designed as a general introduction to psychology for psychology majors, those with an interest in psychology, or anyone with a desire to further their understanding of human behavior. It provides an overview of the field of psychology, introducing students to the research methods used to advance the science of psychology and the various areas that comprise this diverse discipline. Research and theories are presented, discussed, and evaluated. Topics covered include biological psychology, sensation and perception, lifespan development, learning, memory, motivation and emotion, cognition, personality, psychopathology and social psychology.

Prerequisite: ENGL 101
Advisory:It is advised that students be able to read college-level texts.
Transfers to: UC (*credit limit), CSU
(*Students will receive credit for only one of the following courses: PSY 101 or PSY 101H)

This course is designed as a general introduction to psychology for psychology majors, those with an interest in psychology, or anyone with a desire to further their understanding of human behavior. It provides an overview of the field of psychology, introducing students to the research methods used to advance the science of psychology and the various areas that comprise this diverse discipline. Research and theories are presented, discussed, and evaluated. Topics covered include biological psychology, sensation and perception, lifespan development, learning, memory, motivation and emotion, cognition, personality, psychopathology and social psychology. This course is intended for those who meet Honors Program requirements.

Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at the college level and read college-level texts.
Transfers to: UC (*credit limit), CSU
(*Students will receive credit for only one of the following courses: PSY 112 or CD 106)

This course provides an overview of human psychological development across the lifespan. The course addresses the physical, cognitive, social, and emotional changes that occur from the prenatal period through death; explores the development issues of stability versus change, continuity versus discontinuity, and nature versus nurture; examines the perspectives of major developmental theorists, including Freud, Erickson, and Piaget; and considers current research findings and their applicability to ongoing developmental problems. This course is appropriate for students who want to develop a better understanding of the developmental gains and losses that occur throughout our lives.

Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts.
Transfers to: UC, CSU

This course provides an introduction to the study of abnormal behavior for psychology majors, those with an interest in mental illness, or anyone with a desire to further their understanding of how psychological "abnormalities" are defined, studied, and treated. The classification, assessment and treatment of psychological disorders will be explored. Students will not only develop an understanding of the etiology and diagnosis of such disorders, as based upon the criteria provided in the most current version of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders ("DSM"), but develop an appreciation of the cultural, historical and theoretical influences that affect the definitions and treatment of abnormal behavior.

Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and be able to read college-level texts.
Transfers to: UC (*credit limit), CSU
(*Students will receive credit for only one of the following courses: SOC 101 or SOC 101H)

This course is designed for students with an interest in the discipline of sociology, or anyone who wants to further their understanding of human group behavior and the organization of society. Using several theoretical points of view, students study and analyze the organization of social life; problems of inequality, including age, sex, race and ethnicity, social class, and lifestyle; the basic social institutions of family, religion, and economics; and global issues related to technology, social movements, and social change.

Prerequisite: Enrollment is restricted to those who meet Honors Program requirements (minimum GPA of 3.0);completion of ENGL 101 and be able to read college-level texts.
Transfers to: UC (*credit limit), CSU
(*Students will receive credit for only one of the following courses: SOC 101 or SOC 101H)

This course is designed for students with an interest in the discipline of sociology, or anyone who wants to further their understanding of human group behavior and the organization of society. Using several theoretical points of view, students study and analyze the organization of social life; problems of inequality, including age, sex, race and ethnicity, social class, and lifestyle;the basic social institutions of family, religion, and economics; and global issues related to technology, social movements, and social change. This course is intended for students eligible for the Honors Program.

Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts.
Transfers to: CSU

This course introduces students to case management and documentation in a variety of settings. In the course, students study the purpose, function, and rationale for case management. In addition, the documentation of client clinical records is covered, with emphasis placed on taking social histories and writing treatment plans. Additionally, the professional guidelines necessary for working with clients in social services settings are covered, providing students with an understanding of issues related to ethics, client rights, and confidentiality. This class is designed for students interested in working in social services settings.

Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts.
Transfers to: CSU

This course is designed for students interested in furthering their understanding of substance dependence and those interested in working with populations recovering from or at risk for such problems. It addresses the history, theories, models, and approaches to substance abuse education and prevention. In addition to an academic look at drug abuse, students also explore and examine their own values and beliefs about substance use and misuse. The impact of public policy, the media, and drug education programs on drug use are additional topics that are considered.

Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts.
Transfers to: CSU

This course explores understanding mental illness and persons with more than one mental/psychiatric disorder. In the course, students are introduced to various disorders in infancy, childhood, adolescence and adulthood, as well as co-existing disorders, and the various diagnosis and treatment techniques used to treat this unique population. Students also tour two different types of mental health facilities to provide an additional understanding of mental health issues.

Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts.
Transfers to: CSU

This course provides an introduction to the dynamics of group interaction, where an individual's firsthand experience is emphasized as the group studies itself under supervision. The factors involved in problems of communication, effective emotional responses, and personal growth are highlighted, and group process is examined as a means of changing behavior. This course is suitable for students interested in furthering their understanding of group dynamics and those interested in supervising groups dedicated to achieving behavioral change.

Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and be able to read college-level texts.
Transfers to:UC/CSU

This course is designed for students interested in furthering their understanding of psychoactive drugs, and those interested in working with populations recovering from or at risk for drug problems. The course examines the pharmacological actions of drugs of abuse as they relate to the physiological and behavioral effects of such drugs, and emphasizes the properties of drugs that increase the likelihood of developing substance use disorders.

Prerequisite: PSY 101 or SOC 101 or HUSR 111
Corequisite: HUSR 199B
Transfers to: CSU

This course is corequisite with Fieldwork in Human Services (HUSR 199B), providing the academic element to the experiential course offering and reinforcing the application of concepts learned in prerequisite courses. Together, HUSR 199A and HUSR 199B provide supervised field experience in a community organization, agency, or institution, allowing students to apply knowledge and learn new skills outside the classroom environment..

p>Prerequisite: PSY 101 or SOC 101
Corequisite:HUSR 199A
Transfers to: CSU

The corequisite courses HUSR 199A and 199B provide students with a supervised field experience in a community organization, agency, or institution, allowing the student to apply knowledge and learn new skills outside of the classroom environment. In this course students take the theories and principles learned in the classroom and apply them to their work in a field setting. This course is designed to provide the student with an opportunity to develop skills that would facilitate gaining employment in the human services field.

Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts.
Transfers to: CSU

This course focuses on critical counseling skills and strategies within a multicultural context. The course provides a vital orientation to the helping process and the counseling profession. Current issues within the counseling profession, such as diversity and multiculturalism, are discussed and integrated throughout the course. A unique focus is given to the students' growth and development as counselors, and how they can use supervision best in this developmental process; as such, the course would be beneficial to anyone working in human services or social services settings.

Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts
Transfers to: CSU

This course covers topics that include the applicable laws and ethics relating to case manager/client professional relationships in inpatient and outpatient treatment settings. Laws relating to confidentiality, patient rights, assessments, sharing of personal information, mandatory reporting, and crisis intervention requirements are presented. Dealing with issues such as duty to warn, evaluating a person's potential for suicide, child and elder abuse, and when individuals pose a serious potential of harm to others are also addressed. This is a core course for drug studies majors who are pursuing a certificate or degree.

Prerequisite: HUSR 122, HUSR 124, HUSR 130
Corequisite: HUSR 230B
Transfers to: CSU

The corequisite courses, HUSR 230A and 230B, are designed be taken in the final semester of the Drug Studies Program and provide students with work experience in a drug treatment facility. This seminar course is a companion to the internship experience and focuses on ethics, the further development of counseling skills, and the use of community resources. Concurrent enrollment in Human Services 230B is required.

Prerequisite: HUSR 122, HUSR 124, HUSR 130
Corequisite: HUSR 230A
Transfers to: CSU

Co-requisite with HUSR 230A, this course is designed to be taken in the final semester of the Drug Studies Program, and provides students with work experience in a drug treatment facility. Through their internship work, students apply the concepts and skills gained through their coursework as they intern in a setting where drug dependent individuals are served. Students must meet the requirements of the internship facility. Concurrent enrollment in HUSR 230A is required.

Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts.
Transfers to: UC, CSU

This course is for the student who seeks a basic understanding of the effects of drugs of abuse and an in-depth consideration of the societal aspects of psychoactive drugs. It is designed for those students interested in furthering their understanding of psychoactive drugs and those interested in working with populations recovering from or at risk for drug problems. Current and historical uses of and attitudes towards drugs will be addressed, as well as drug use disorders, drug legislation, and treatment options. Societal and cultural differences will also be noted.

Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts
Transfers to: CSU

This course examines cultural and social influences including age, ethnicity, gender, legal status, physical and psychological disability, race, religion, sexual identity, and socioeconomic status on the use of alcohol and controlled substances, as well as access to treatment for associated problems. The attitudes, knowledge, and skills necessary to provide a competent assessment of and treatment for those who are often disadvantaged or removed from conventional society are explored. This course is designed to further understanding of these diverse populations in relation to addiction, co-occurring disorders, recovery, and rehabilitation. This is a core course for drug studies majors who are pursuing a certificate or a degree.