Social Work with Intoxicant Abusers and ProbationLaajuus (5 cr)

Objective

After the course, the student knows how to: work with drug prevention methods. recognize and confront an intoxicant abuser or a user of intoxicants at risk. apply different theoretical approaches to understand the needs and resources of the offender or intoxicant dependent. make a plan with the client to promote the client’s welfare. apply different methods at work. review crime and use of intoxicants from the perspective of society.    

Content

Nature of the crime and substance abuse in individual, family, and society contexts Social work methods with intoxicant abusers and probation Cognitive-oriented approach Special features at work with intoxicant abusers and probation

Assessment criteria, good (3)

excellent (5), good (3–4), satisfactory (1–2), fail (0)