7 courses with the subject SAB, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
SAB 110Intro to Addiction and Recovery Studies (3 Credit Hours)3
Subject
SAB
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Hours
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Gaston College Catalog and Student Handbook
Catalog
2026-2027 Gaston College Catalog and Student Handbook
None This course provides an overview of the core concepts in addiction and recovery. Topics include the history of substance use, effects on society members, treatment of addiction, and preventive measures. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of the origins of substance use, addiction, prevention, treatment, and recovery.
SAB 120Intake and Assessment (3 Credit Hours)3
Subject
SAB
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Hours
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Gaston College Catalog and Student Handbook
Catalog
2026-2027 Gaston College Catalog and Student Handbook
None This course develops processes for establishment of client rapport, elicitation of client information on which therapeutic activities are based, and stimulation of client introspection. Topics include diagnostic criteria, functions of counseling, nonverbal behavior, collaterals and significant others, dual diagnosis, client strengths and weakness, uncooperative clients, and crisis interventions. Upon completion, students should be able to establish communication with clients, recognize disorders, obtain information for counseling, and terminate the counseling process.
SAB 125SA Case Management (3 Credit Hours)3
Subject
SAB
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Gaston College Catalog and Student Handbook
Catalog
2026-2027 Gaston College Catalog and Student Handbook
None This course provides case management activities, including record keeping, recovery issues, community resources, and continuum of care. Emphasis is placed on establishing a systematic approach to monitor the treatment plan and maintain quality of life. Upon completion, students should be able to assist clients in the continuum of care as an ongoing recovery process and develop agency networking.
SAB 135Addictive Process (3 Credit Hours)3
Subject
SAB
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Hours
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Gaston College Catalog and Student Handbook
Catalog
2026-2027 Gaston College Catalog and Student Handbook
None This course covers the physical, emotional, psychological, and cultural aspects of the addictive process. Emphasis is placed on disorders related to addictions to alcohol, drugs, food, sex, work, gambling, internet, and relationships. Upon completion, students should be able to identify the effects, prevention strategies, and treatment methods associated with addictive disorders.
SAB 210Addiction and Recovery Counsel (3 Credit Hours)3
Subject
SAB
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Gaston College Catalog and Student Handbook
Catalog
2026-2027 Gaston College Catalog and Student Handbook
None This course provides theory and skills acquisition by utilizing intervention strategies designed to obtain therapeutic information, support recovery, and prevent relapse. Topics include counseling individuals and dysfunctional families, screening instruments, counseling techniques and approaches, recovery and relapse, and special populations. Upon completion, students should be able to discuss issues critical to recovery, identify intervention models, and initiate a procedure culminating in cognitive/behavioral change.
SAB 220Group Techniques/Therapy (3 Credit Hours)3
Subject
SAB
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Gaston College Catalog and Student Handbook
Catalog
2026-2027 Gaston College Catalog and Student Handbook
None This course provides a practical guide to diverse methods of group therapy models used in the specific treatment of substance abuse and addiction. Emphasis is placed on the theory and practice of group therapy models specifically designed to treat the cognitive distortions of addiction and substance abuse. Upon completion, students should be able to skillfully practice the group dynamics and techniques formulated for substance abuse and addiction.
SAB 240Sab Issues in Client Serv (3 Credit Hours)3
Subject
SAB
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Hours
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027 Gaston College Catalog and Student Handbook
Catalog
2026-2027 Gaston College Catalog and Student Handbook
None This course introduces systems of professional standards, values, and issues in substance abuse counseling. Topics include confidentiality, assessment of personal values, professional responsibilities, competencies, and ethics relative to multicultural counseling and research. Upon completion, students should be able to understand and discuss multiple ethical issues applicable to counseling and apply various decision-making models to current issues.
