SCWK 3742 - Substance Use Recovery
Fall 2026 Syllabus, Section 01, CRN 42443,
Credit hours: 3
Course Meeting Times
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Instructor
Charles Morgan
Email: ctmorgan01@ysu.edu
Course Description
Course Readings
| Group | Title | Author | ISBN |
|---|---|---|---|
| Required | Introduction to Substance Use Disorders. MSL Academic Endeavors. Open educational resource (OER). | Stoddard-Dare, P., & Begun, A.L. (2019) |
This course utilizes online resources. Links are available within Blackboard Ultra.
Reading Assignments
The course outline contains topics to be covered and reading assignments to be completed on a weekly basis. Students are also required to regularly check Blackboard to access readings resources, and other materials for class. It is critical that students remain current with all reading assignments to experience academic success in the course.
-Links are provided on Blackboard for Articles and Books required for this course.
The course readings are subject to change in the event of extenuating circumstances, research developments, current events, and/or to ensure better learning.
Assignments/Assessments
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Schedule of Topics and Assignments
| Week of | Reading(s) | Proposed Topic | Due/To Prepare for Class |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8/24 | Syllabus | Review Syllabus and Course Materials | Student Introduction Video |
| 8/31 | Chapter 1 | Ch. 1.1: Background Facts and Figures 5 Ch. 1.2: A Brief History of Substance Use and Policy Responses in the U.S. 18 Ch. 1.3: Interprofessional Roles in Substance Use Disorder Treatment Ch. 1.4: Considering the Language We Use Ch. 1.5: Key Terms | Summary Note 1 Discussion Accountabilibuddy Self-care/Self-share |
| 9/7 | Chapter 2 | Theories of Addiction | Summary Note Self Care Journal Entry SBIRT Training |
| 9/14 | Chapters 3 SAMSA Article Chapter 4 |
Chapter 3.0: Key Definitions, Diagnostic Criteria, Classification of Substances, and Models Ch. 3.1: Key Definitions and Diagnostic Criteria 75 Ch. 3.2: Classification Systems for Different Types of Substances Chapter 4.0: Psychological Models of Substance Misuse |
Discussion Accountabilibuddy Self-care/Self-share Video Assignment Intervention |
| 9/21 | SAMSHA Article- Using Motivational Interviewing | Treatment Models Motivational Interviewing Skills |
Summary Note Video Assignment Brief Intervention Self Care Journal |
| 9/28 | Posted Article #1 and #2 | Group Therapy and Recovery | Discussion Accountabilibuddy Self-care/Self-share Simulation #1 |
| 10/5 | DSM- SUD Check List | Introduction to Diagnosising Substance Use Disorders. | Self Care Journal |
| 10/12 | SAMSA Article | Medication assisted treatment. Prescription Medication |
Simulation #2 Discussion Accountabilibuddy Self-care/Self-share Summary Note |
| 10/19 | SBIRT Learners Guide Adolescents Article #1 When just say no is not enough |
Interventions for Adolescents | Self Care Journal Summary Note Video Discussion |
| 10/26 | Article #1- Talk They Hear You Article #2 Discussing Drugs with Adolescents |
Interventions for Adolescents | Summary Note Discussion Accountabilibuddy Self-care/Self-share |
| 11/2 | Article #1 Discussing Opioids Article #2 Alcohol |
Interventions for Adolescents | Self Care Journal Summary Note |
| 11/9 | Chapter 5 and 6 | Social Context and Physical Environment Models of Substance Misuse | Discussion Accountabilibuddy Self-care/Self-share Summary Note |
| 11/16 | SAMSHA Article Dimensions of Health Article |
SAMSHA Addressing Suicidal Thoughts in Substance Use | Case Study Self Care Journal |
| 11/23 | Chapter 8 | Sigma Co Occurring Disorders |
Summary Note Discussion Accountabilibuddy Self-care/Self-share |
| 11/30 | Chapter 14 | Ongoing Treatment | Self Care Journal Summary Note |
| 12/7 | Review Course Material | Self Assessment and Review |
The course schedule, policies, procedures, and assignments in this course are subject to change in the event of extenuating circumstances, by mutual agreement, and/or to ensure better learning.