PSYC 3340 Community Psychology and Drug Use Prevention

In this course, students will be introduced to principles of community psychology, systems theory, various types of prevention, resiliency, and environmental interventions used in community psychology. Problems like teen pregnancy, homelessness, and drug abuse/dependence are examined through a service learning assignment, and considered within an ecological perspective and social justice framework.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

(PSYC 1301 AND PSYC 3351) OR PSYC 3385. May require permission of the instructor.

Offered

Fall

Notes

This course meets the Texas Certification Board of Addition Professionals' prerequisites for certification as a "Certified Prevention Specialist" by providing the student with half of the 100 hours of prevention training.