CJ 245 - Substance Abuse
Description
This course is a study of the causes of drug abuse as well as the current social, legal, and treatment responses to the problem. Psychological and physiological effects of all classes of drugs, including marijuana, hallucinogens, stimulants, narcotics, depressants, inhalants, and over the counter and prescription medication are studied in detail. It is recommended that students have a basic knowledge of the criminal justice system including terminology and theory along with basic writing ability prior to enrolling in this course.
Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours: 3
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: None
English Prerequisite(s): None
Math Prerequisite(s): None
Course Corequisite(s): None
Academic Program Prerequisite: None
Consent to Enroll in Course: No Department Consent Required
Dual Enrollment Allowed?: Yes
Number of Times Course can be taken for credit: 1
Programs Where This Course is a Requirement:
Addiction Studies Certificate, Corrections, A.A.A.S., Juvenile Services, A.A.A.S.
Other Courses Where This Course is a Prerequisite: CJ 250; CJ 275
Other Courses Where this Course is a Corequisite: None
Other Courses Where This course is included in within the Description: None
General Education Requirement:
None
General Education Learner Outcomes (GELO):
NA
Course Learning Outcomes:
- Understand drug use context and history.
- Analyze the physiological and neurological effects of drugs.
- Understand altered states of consciousness and psychological effects.
- Identify drug classifications and their specific effects.
- Examine societal impact and legal responses.
- Assess addiction and develop culturally sensitive interventions.
- Evaluate treatment and prevention programs.
- Research and communicate findings.
- Apply critical thinking to complex issues.
Course Outline:
I. Nature and Scope of Substance Use DisordersA. Review of Current Drug Use Trends B. Definition of Terms C. Outside Influences 1. Advertising 2. Peer Pressure 3. Family Groups 4. Media and Public Figure D. Cultural/Gender/Racial/Ethnic/Age Differences 1. Ethnic and Racial Differences 2. Gender Differences 3. Age (Youth/Older Adult) Differences 4. Sexual Orientation Differences E. Historical Trends 1. 1900-1975 2. 1975-1990 3. 1990-2005 4. 2005-present II. Physiological Effects A. Central Nervous System and Brain 1. Neurotransmitters and Synaptic Transmission B. Muscular, Gastrointestinal, Circulatory, and Respiratory Systems C. Reproductive System and Fetal Development D. Genetics E. Methods of Administration of Drugs F. Methods of Drug Excretion G. Drug Classifications III. Drug Testing A. Test Methodology (oral fluid, urine, blood, breath, etc) B. Drug Alteration/Substitution C. GC/MS confirmation testing D. Test collection and chain of custody IV. Psychological Effects and Motivations for Use A. Altered States of Consciousness B. Theories of Use C. Current trends/theories for use V. Marijuana A. Description B. Historical Issues C. Physiological and Psychological Effects D. Level of Use and Acceptance E. Medical Significance/Risks F. Legal Issues VI. Hallucinogens A. Description and Definition B. Examples of Hallucinogens Most Frequently Used C. Historical Issues D. Physiological and Psychological Effects E. Level of Use and Acceptance F. Medical and Religious Significance/Risks G. Legal Issues VII. Inhalants A. Description and Definition B. Historical Trends C. Physiological and Psychological Effects D. Level of Use and Acceptance E. Medical Risks F. Legal Issues VIII. Stimulants A. Description and Definition B. Examples of Stimulant Drugs (legal and illegal) and How They are Made C. Historical Trends D. Physiological and Psychological Effects E. Level of Use and Acceptance F. Medical Significance/Risks G. Legal Issues IX. Depressants A. Description and Definition B. Examples of Depressant Drugs C. Historical Trends D. Physiological and Psychological Effects E. Level of Use and Acceptance F. Medical Significance/Risks G. Legal Issues X. Narcotics A. Description and Definition B. Examples of Opiate and Non-Opiate Narcotic Drugs C. Historical Trends D. Physiological and Psychological Effects E. Level of Use and Acceptance F. Medical Significance/Risks G. Legal Issues XI. Other Drugs A. Description and Definition 1. Caffeine 2. Nicotine 3. Over the Counter Drugs 4. Prescription Medication 5. Herbal Remedies 6. Cub Drugs (Ecstasy, ketamine, GHB, Rohypnol) B. Historical Trends C. Physiological and Psychological Effects D. Level of Use/Acceptance E. Medical Significance/Risk F. Legal Issues 1. FDA approval 2. Patent/generic drugs 3. Margin of Safety/Lethality XII. Legal, Political, and Law Enforcement Response A. Federal and State Laws B. Environmental Protection and Remediation Laws C. Interdiction and Street Level Enforcement D. Public Policy E. Legalization or Decriminalization Issues F. Sentencing Guidelines/Diversion G. Drug Courts H. Confidentiality XIII. Assessment A. Methodologies and Assessment Tests 1. Screening 2. Objective Testing 3. Interviews 4. ASAM/DSMV Determination of Addiction B. Staff Certification Requirements 1. MCBAP education and testing 2. Reciprocal Certification XIV. Treatment and Prevention A. Types of Treatment Interventions 1. Self-Help Groups 2. Residential Treatment 3. Pharmacological Treatment 4. Outpatient Counseling/Education 5. Detoxification 6. Intervention 7. Methadone/LAAM Maintenance 8. Other Methodologies B. Associated Diseases C. Success/Failure Rates D. Future Trends E. Prevention Programs Course aligned with performance standards and skill set required by the Michigan Certification Board for Addiction Professionals (MCBAP)
Approved for Online and Hybrid Delivery?:
Yes
Instructional Strategies:
Lecture: 40-50%
Mediated Instruction: 5-10%
Group Exercises: 10-15%
Case Studies: 10-15%
Assignments: 15-20%
Mandatory Course Components:
None
Equivalent Courses:
None
Accepted GRCC Advanced Placement (AP) Exam Credit: None
AP Min. Score: NA
Name of Industry Recognize Credentials: None
Course prepares students to seek the following external certification:
No
Course-Specific Placement Test: None
Course Aligned with ARW/IRW Pairing: IRW 101 (Previously IRW 99)
Mandatory Department Assessment Measures:
None
GRCC Course Type:
Program Requirement: Meets the learning needs of students in a specific GRCC program.
Course Format:
Lecture - 1:1
Total Lecture Hours Per Week: 3
People Soft Course ID Number: 100890
Course CIP Code: 43.9999
Maximum Course Enrollment: 35
Course Software Utilized: None
High School Articulation Agreements exist?: No
If yes, with which high schools?: NA
Non-Credit GRCC Articulation Agreement With What Area: No
Identify the Non Credit Programs this Course is Accepted: NA
School: School of Business & Industry
Department: Criminal Justice
Discipline: CJ
Faculty Credential Requirements:
Certification/License Requirement (list below), Master’s Degree (GRCC general requirement), Professionally qualified through work experience in field (Perkins Act or Other) (list below)
Faculty Credential Requirement Details:
Certification by the Michigan Certification Board of Addiction Professionals or Advanced degree specifically in Addiction Studies preferred. A minimum of 4,000 hours of related work experience is required to satisfy Perkin’s Vocational Act requirements; 2 years of professional employment related to Addiction is required.
Major Course Revisions: N/A
Last Revision Date Effective: 20260219T14:45:20
Course Review & Revision Year: 2030-2031
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