Student Learning Outcomes

• Students will demonstrate an understanding of the basic metabolic and neurological processes involved in psychoactive drug use, including synergistic effects and risk factors.
• Students successfully completing AD 2 will be able to describe the behavioral, psychological, physiological, and social effects of specific psychoactive substances on the user
• Students will express familiarity with the medical and pharmacological resources available in the treatment of substance use disorders
• Understand the special service needs and staff precautions necessary when working with clients who may have HIV, hepatitis, STIs, or other communicable diseases.