CNSK 2510: Indigenous Perspectives and Addiction
Effective date
January 2021
Department
Counselling Skills
School
Continuing Studies
Description
This course will provide opportunities for students to engage in in-depth discussions about social and historical issues that have resulted in addictions in Indigenous individuals and communities. Students will explore Indigenous models of recovery and stories of resilience and wellness. Students will engage in experiential learning and witnessing and will have the opportunity to incorporate their understanding into their work.
Year of study
2nd Year Post-secondary
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Apply select Indigenous models of healing and wellness within the context of substance use and recovery
- Examine challenges faced with substance use in the context of historical trauma, systemic oppression, and racism
- Apply cultural safety and humility in their helping roles, especially when working with Indigenous clients
- Discuss Indigenous current events and issues that relate to individuals and communities
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
PLAR will be assessed by the Department according to standardized practice and using one or more of the following components: Challenge Exam, Demonstration, Interview, or External Evaluation.
Hours
Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 22
Total Hours: 22
Instructional Strategies
Lecture, videos, group discussion/work, reflective writing, written practice of skills, readings, practice sessions, transcripts, peer and instructor feedback
Grading System
Letter Grade (A-F)
Evaluation Plan
Type
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Percentage
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Assessment activity
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Project
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30
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Research project
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Assignments
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25
|
Case studies
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Assignments
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20
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Journal
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Assignments
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15
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Wellness assignment
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Participation
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10
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Professionalism and participation
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Course topics
- • Historical timeline
• Current issues (e.g. 60s scoop, Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls, Day Schools)
• Decolonizing addiction: models of wellness and recovery
• Historical and Systemic Racism and Past / Inter-generational Trauma
• Witnessing: Field Trip
• Bringing it All Together and Moving Forward
Notes:
- Course contents and descriptions, offerings and schedules are subject to change without notice.
- Students are required to follow all College policies including ones that govern their educational experience at VCC. Policies are available on the VCC website at:
https://www.vcc.ca/about/governance--policies/policies/.
- To find out if there are existing transfer agreements for this course, visit the BC Transfer Guide at https://www.bctransferguide.ca.