HS 220 Prevention 1: Preventing Substance Abuse and Other Social Problems

Students will be introduced to prevention philosophy and program interventions aimed at addressing social problems and reinforcing healthy behavior and lifestyles. Risk factors, protective processes and resiliency factors will be explored. Students will have an opportunity to examine effective prevention programs that address the needs of different cultures and diverse populations.

Credits

3

Course Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
1. Describe the risk factors, protective processes and resiliency factors related to prevention strategies
2. Outline the steps to build a successful prevention program
3. Demonstrate why and how prevention professionals should be sensitive to other cultures and diverse populations
4. Describe the relationship between prevention strategies and human development
5. List local programs and national models of prevention programs
6. Describe how addiction impacts the body, mind and spirit
7. Describe the role of media in prevention
8. Describe evaluation methods used in prevention
9. List ethical issues and dilemmas faced by prevention practitioners