HSCD 630 Integrated Care: Screening and Assessment

A wide variety of screening instruments, assessment tools and diagnostic criteria are used to evaluate the nature and severity of substance use disorders (SUD) and co-occurring disorders (COD). In this course, students examine the process of screening and assessment, beginning with a consideration of counselor characteristics that influence effective engagement of clients, and of ethical concerns inherent in assessment. Screening and assessment methods are evaluated on their evidence base, with special consideration given to cultural inclusion in creating, norming and applying such methods. Students gain advanced experience in utilizing screening and assessment methods that show evidence of validity, reliability and cultural appropriateness, with particular attention to those required by the state of Minnesota for service placement. Competence Statement Students demonstrate skill in assessing substance use and co-occurring mental disorders in a highly professional, therapeutic and culturally responsive manner.

Prerequisites

• HSCD 600: Foundations, Models and Evidence-Based Practices and HSCD 602: Advanced Motivational Interviewing: Practice and Supervision and HSCD 601: Cognitive Behavioral and Trauma-Informed Strategies