Human Service Careers
A commitment of service for "people helping people, our programs bring best practices to meet national and state standards for certification or licensure. These programs will bring the knowledge needed to motivated and inspired those seeking assistance from addiction counselors and case managers along with professionals working to prevent injury, violence and substance abuse.
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38687 Injury Prevention
This course will provide students with a foundation in the field of injury prevention. Injury occurrence and prevention will be examined and discussed using a conceptual framework that includes individual behavior, as well as socio-cultural, economic, and policy influences. Instructors will apply concepts and share practical experiences to demonstrate the injury prevention field's core competencies: intentional and unintentional injury topics such as motor vehicle injury, falls, suicide, and poisoning (e.g.; accidental drug overdose) will be discussed on the local to global levels. Classroom learning experiences will emphasize a comprehensive approach to injury prevention and evidence-based prevention strategies in order to meet the foundational education requirement for the Injury and Violence Prevention Specialist certification.
Note: UNM Tuition Remission Eligible. This class meets every other week.
Section A Jun 16 - Jul 28 Sat 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
$489.00 For 4 Session(s)
CE South Building
Theresa Cruz , Susan DeFrancesco
39310 LADAC Exam Preparation
Review the content for the CADAC and LADAC exams, and be ready for test day! This class provides exam content outlines and review four content sections, including counseling practices and skills (12 core functions), theoretical basis of counseling, professional considerations (cultural competency and ethics) and pharmacology. A Student Study Guide is included in the cost of tuition, with emphasis given to independent test preparation.
Note: UNM Tuition Remission eligible.
Section A Jun 30 Sat 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
$249.00 For 1 Session(s)
CE South Building
Jennifer Cady
38755 Case Management Lunch and Learn Workshop
This Lunch and Learning workshop will serve as a foundation for developing and/or enhancing the competencies and skills needed for effective and professional case management. Topics include the five components of case management, the principles of case management, the roles of the case manager, recommended ethical practices, community resources, effective communication and problem solving. Lunch is provided.
Note: Topic: TBD
Section A Jul 20 Fri 8:30 am - 5:30 pm
$125.00 For 1 Session(s)
CE South Building
Barbara Czinger
Prevention and Education for Injury, Violence and Substance Abuse
Certification as a prevention specialist through the NM Credentialing Board of Behavioral Health Professions is a field with the potential to save lives. The diversity of this field demands current and evidence- based practices for the growing workforce. Focusing on multiple sectors, the training will engage community-based organizations, local and state governments to work together to build sustainable, effective change in substance abuse, injury or violence causes and effects.
| No. | Course | Offered | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 38687 | Injury Prevention | Summer 2012 | $489.00 |
| 38772 | Mental Health First Aid | Fall 2012 | $99.00 |
Substance Abuse Studies Training Program
The Substance Abuse Studies Training Program provides the skills and tools needed by professionals in the field of addictions and substance abuse. We offer the most current training and resources available in the most proven and promising treatment modalities for individuals seeking to become licensed in the field of substance abuse counseling. Our instructors’ credentials offer you the best of both worlds—knowledgeable educators, who are experienced counselors in the field.
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- Loree Nalin - Program Supervisor:
(505) 277-6025
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