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Continuing Education

Current Drug Trends 47550406

  • 0.05 credits
  • Substance Use Disorder Counseling
  • $15.00
  • In this course students will learn more about the latest in the growing youth drug trends, products and devices; and what works (and perhaps more importantly what doesn’t) in prevention.  Students will learn the basics of addiction, factors that hinder recovery, and the paradigm shift from abuse to misuse as well as how substance use has changed over time, including the latest trends in use, products, drug culture and devices.

    4 Course Sections
    4 Course Sections
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #PD012 Summer
    Open
    06/01/2025 –
    06/30/2025
    06/30/2025 Online Online
    Jun 1 – Jun 30
    -
    Online
    WTPD Contracts
    $15.00
    #PD013 Summer
    Open
    06/01/2025 –
    06/30/2025
    06/30/2025 Online Online
    Jun 1 – Jun 30
    -
    Online
    WTPD Contracts
    $15.00
    #PD014 Summer
    Open
    06/01/2025 –
    06/30/2025
    06/30/2025 Online Online
    Jun 1 – Jun 30
    -
    Online
    WTPD Contracts
    $15.00
    #PD015 Summer
    Open
    06/01/2025 –
    06/30/2025
    06/30/2025 Online Online
    Jun 1 – Jun 30
    -
    Online
    WTPD Contracts
    $15.00
    Post Secondary

    Counseling Theory 10550205

  • 3.00 credits
  • Substance Use Disorder Counseling
  • Summarize the history of, and explore the primary concepts within, the major approaches to counseling. Explore the empirical foundations of each theory. Examine application of theories to counseling. Review specific techniques of each theoretical approach. Examine the role of the counselor within each theoretical approach. Explore the role of the counselor, the scope of practice, and the ethical implications in counseling.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    08/25/2025 –
    12/17/2025
    08/30/2025 Online Required Due Dates Online
    Aug 25 – Dec 17
    -
    Online
    Christina Lucas
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    Post Secondary

    Psychopharmacology 10550207

  • 3.00 credits
  • Substance Use Disorder Counseling
  • Overview of psychopharmacology including drug categorization history, drug categorization, and drug classification. Includes analysis of neurophysiology of the brain and endocrine system, effects of substances on the body, analysis of delivery systems, and analysis of medical aspects of SUDs. Also includes etiology of addiction, psychopharmacological aspects of withdrawal management, analysis of medications used to treat SUDs and mental health disorders, and SUD medical impacts on the body.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    08/25/2025 –
    12/17/2025
    08/30/2025 Online Required Due Dates Online
    Aug 25 – Dec 17
    -
    Online
    April McHugh
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    Post Secondary

    Family Systems 10550209

  • 3.00 credits
  • Substance Use Disorder Counseling
  • Provides a broad understanding of family systems theory and practice relevant to the human services field. Focus is on evaluating the communication and interaction patterns and applying interventions and strategies.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    08/25/2025 –
    12/17/2025
    08/30/2025 Online Required Due Dates Online
    Aug 25 – Dec 17
    -
    Online
    Christina Lucas
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    Post Secondary

    Data Visualizations 1 10156113

  • 1.00 credits
  • IT - Data
  • Design charts, graphs, dashboards, and other visualizations with an understanding of color and chart type. Learners use the appropriate types of chart based on the data that is being presented and the audience that is viewing the presentation and also build charts for the purpose of exploratory data analysis.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    08/25/2025 –
    10/01/2025
    08/30/2025 Online Required Due Dates Online
    Aug 25 – Oct 1
    -
    Online
    J.J. Minarcin
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    Post Secondary

    Foundations Of Case Management 10550202

  • 3.00 credits
  • Substance Use Disorder Counseling
  • Introduction to case management techniques and processes. Incorporates intake assessment techniques, service planning techniques, referral processes, coordination of care, and discharge processes determined by a multidisciplinary team approach. Includes client self-determination and autonomy. Incorporates clinical documentation requirements and processes.

    2 Course Sections
    2 Course Sections
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    08/25/2025 –
    12/15/2025
    08/30/2025 In-Person Zoom Available Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 25 – Dec 15
    Monday
    08:00 AM - 11:30 AM
    A241 - Helping Skills Lab - A Building
    Tracy Vaughan
    Aug 25 – Dec 15
    Monday
    08:00 AM - 11:30 AM
    A227 - Classroom - A Building
    Tracy Vaughan
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    #02 Fall
    Open
    08/25/2025 –
    12/17/2025
    08/30/2025 Online Required Due Dates Online
    Aug 25 – Dec 17
    -
    Online
    Danny Knoblock
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    Post Secondary

    Introduction To The SUDC Profession 10550200

  • 3.00 credits
  • Substance Use Disorder Counseling
  • Explore characteristics that are incorporated into substance use counseling and practice. Determine personal values, beliefs, strengths and weaknesses. Analyze the eight practice dimensions used to effectively treat substance use disorders: Clinical Evaluation; Treatment Planning; Referral; Service Coordination; Counseling; Patient, Family and Community Education; Documentation; and Professional and Ethical Responsibilities. Evaluate legal and ethical issues surrounding substance use counseling. Evaluate Information about Wisconsin licensing for substance use counseling.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    08/25/2025 –
    12/17/2025
    08/30/2025 Online Required Due Dates Online
    Aug 25 – Dec 17
    -
    Online
    April McHugh
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    Post Secondary

    SUDC Assessment, Diagnosis And Treatment 10550208

  • 3.00 credits
  • Substance Use Disorder Counseling
  • Explore the core components of substance use disorder treatment. Apply the core practice dimensions of Substance Use Disorder Counseling. Evaluate process for SUD clients for the purpose of developing treatment plans and documenting the treatment process.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
    Section Status Start/End Date Register By Instruction Mode Campus Meeting Information Cost
    #01 Fall
    Open
    08/25/2025 –
    12/17/2025
    08/30/2025 Online Required Due Dates Online
    Aug 25 – Dec 17
    -
    Online
    April McHugh
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    Post Secondary

    Data Mining & Predictive Analytics 1 10156109

  • 1.00 credits
  • IT - Data
  • Employs RapidMiner, R, and Orange software packages in order to facilitate exploration of clustering, association, and text mining algorithms. Learners import a variety of data and use the algorithms in the various software products to extract meaningful information. Learners demonstrate their findings via PowerPoint and short video presentations.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    08/25/2025 –
    10/01/2025
    08/30/2025 Online Required Due Dates Online
    Aug 25 – Oct 1
    -
    Online
    J.J. Minarcin
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    Post Secondary

    Foundations of Data Engineering 10156124

  • 3.00 credits
  • IT - Data
  • Provides a comprehensive introduction to data engineering principles and foundational cloud computing for data. Students will learn to build and maintain scalable data pipelines, process and store large datasets, and implement cloud-based solutions for secure and efficient data management. With a focus on real-world applications, this course explores data ingestion, transformation, and storage strategies using AWS tools. By combining essential cloud computing skills with data engineering techniques, students will develop the expertise needed to support analytics, machine learning, and business intelligence workflows across diverse environments.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    08/25/2025 –
    12/17/2025
    08/30/2025 Online Required Due Dates Online
    Aug 25 – Dec 17
    -
    Online
    J.J. Minarcin
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    Post Secondary

    Intro To Python 10156102

  • 1.00 credits
  • IT - Data
  • Introduces computer programming and terminology in the Python programming language. Special attention is paid to concepts essential to writing basic computer programs. These concepts include: Data Types, Expressions, Loops, File Interaction, Collections, and Functions. Additionally, several tools required to develop Python applications will be explored. Throughout the course learners will develop increasingly complex applications as new topics are introduced.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    08/25/2025 –
    10/15/2025
    08/30/2025 Online Required Due Dates Online
    Aug 25 – Oct 15
    -
    Online
    Zachary Thunder
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    Post Secondary

    Introduction to AI 10156121

  • 1.00 credits
  • IT - Data
  • Introduces the fundamental concepts and history of artificial intelligence (AI), including machine learning, neural networks, large language models and natural language processing. Students will explore AI technologies, review their development over time, and study their impact on society. This foundation will provide students with the necessary framework to understand and work with AI in future courses and professional settings.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    08/25/2025 –
    10/01/2025
    08/30/2025 Online Required Due Dates Online
    Aug 25 – Oct 1
    -
    Online
    J.J. Minarcin
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    Post Secondary

    Group Facilitation 10550204

  • 3.00 credits
  • Substance Use Disorder Counseling
  • An introduction to theory and practice of group dynamics and processes. Includes ethical considerations, effective group leadership, and stages of group development. Also includes demonstration of group facilitation skills, clinical documentation, co-facilitation strategies, reflective practitioner techniques, and group formation.

    2 Course Sections
    2 Course Sections
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    #02 Fall
    Open
    08/25/2025 –
    12/17/2025
    08/30/2025 Online Required Due Dates Online
    Aug 25 – Dec 17
    -
    Online
    Danny Knoblock
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    #03 Fall
    Open
    10/22/2025 –
    12/17/2025
    10/25/2025 In-Person Wausau Main Campus
    Oct 22 – Dec 17
    Wednesday
    08:30 AM - 12:30 PM
    A241 - Helping Skills Lab - A Building
    Christina Lucas
    Oct 22 – Dec 17
    Wednesday
    08:30 AM - 12:30 PM
    A228 - Classroom - A Building
    Christina Lucas
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    Post Secondary

    Boundaries & Ethics - Helping Professions 10550210

  • 3.00 credits
  • Substance Use Disorder Counseling
  • Evaluate the ethical codes of the helping professions. Examine professional boundaries related to the helping professions. Incorporate ethical standards into decision making processes. Examine ethical considerations related to professional standards for the helping professions. Examine ethical considerations related to state and federal regulations for the helping professions. Examine the ethical considerations related to professional self-care.

    3 Course Sections
    3 Course Sections
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    #02 Fall
    Waitlist
    08/25/2025 –
    12/17/2025
    08/30/2025 Online Required Due Dates Online
    Aug 25 – Dec 17
    -
    Online
    Dakota Kaiser
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    08/28/2025 –
    12/11/2025
    08/30/2025 In-Person Zoom Available Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 28 – Dec 11
    Thursday
    08:00 AM - 11:30 AM
    A228 - Classroom - A Building
    Angela Greenfield
    Aug 28 – Dec 11
    Thursday
    08:00 AM - 11:30 AM
    A241 - Helping Skills Lab - A Building
    Angela Greenfield
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    #03 Fall
    Open
    09/22/2025 –
    12/17/2025
    08/30/2025 Online Required Due Dates Online
    Sep 22 – Dec 17
    -
    Online
    Kelly Perdue
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    Post Secondary

    Understanding Substance Use 10550201

  • 3.00 credits
  • Substance Use Disorder Counseling
  • Explore the bio-psych social dynamics of substance use. Examine treatment approaches, models, and screening criteria. Examine substances of abuse, history of SUDs, and their impact on the individual and society.

    2 Course Sections
    2 Course Sections
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    #02 Fall
    Open
    08/25/2025 –
    12/17/2025
    08/30/2025 Online Required Due Dates Online
    Aug 25 – Dec 17
    -
    Online
    Christina Lucas
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    08/26/2025 –
    10/14/2025
    08/30/2025 In-Person Zoom Available Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 26 – Oct 14
    Tuesday
    08:30 AM - 12:30 PM
    A229 - Classroom - A Building
    Christina Lucas
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    Post Secondary

    Overview Of Mental Health Disorders 10550203

  • 3.00 credits
  • Substance Use Disorder Counseling
  • Provides an overview to the history, diagnosis, treatment strategies, legal and ethical considerations, and documentation of mental health conditions. Focus is on understanding the mental health conditions that co-occur with substance use disorders.

    2 Course Sections
    2 Course Sections
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    #02 Fall
    Open
    08/25/2025 –
    12/17/2025
    08/30/2025 Online Required Due Dates Online
    Aug 25 – Dec 17
    -
    Online
    April McHugh
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    08/27/2025 –
    10/15/2025
    08/30/2025 In-Person Zoom Available Wausau Main Campus
    Aug 27 – Oct 15
    Wednesday
    08:30 AM - 12:30 PM
    A228 - Classroom - A Building
    April McHugh
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    Post Secondary

    Intro To Interviewing & Counseling Skills 10550206

  • 3.00 credits
  • Substance Use Disorder Counseling
  • Analyze foundational skills in the counseling relationship. Analyze the stages of the helping processes and the roles professionals play in the processes. Analyze the importance of establishing therapeutic relationships. Apply basic counseling techniques. Apply interviewing and counseling skills through mock counseling sessions and personal experience reflections. Examine issues of boundaries and ethics.

    3 Course Sections
    3 Course Sections
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    #02 Fall
    Waitlist
    08/25/2025 –
    12/17/2025
    08/30/2025 Online Required Due Dates Online
    Aug 25 – Dec 17
    -
    Online
    Danny Knoblock
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    09/22/2025 –
    12/16/2025
    08/30/2025 In-Person Zoom Available Wausau Main Campus
    Sep 22 – Dec 16
    Tuesday
    08:00 AM - 12:30 PM
    A227 - Classroom - A Building
    Tracy Vaughan
    Sep 22 – Dec 16
    Tuesday
    08:00 AM - 12:30 PM
    A224 - Classroom - A Building
    Tracy Vaughan
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    #03 Fall
    Open
    09/22/2025 –
    12/17/2025
    08/30/2025 Online Required Due Dates Online
    Sep 22 – Dec 17
    -
    Online
    Danny Knoblock
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    Post Secondary

    Data Visualizations 2 10156117

  • 1.00 credits
  • IT - Data
  • Builds on Data Visualizations 1 and emphasizes choosing proper charts for quantitative and time-series analysis. Learners build effective dashboards and tell effective stories based on audience needs and analytical comfort. Learners contrast the ways in which data visualization can be used to tell truthful and untruthful stories.

    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    10/06/2025 –
    11/05/2025
    08/30/2025 Online Required Due Dates Online
    Oct 6 – Nov 5
    -
    Online
    J.J. Minarcin
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    Post Secondary

    Data Mining & Predicitve Analytics 2 10156111

  • 1.00 credits
  • IT - Data
  • Employs RapidMiner, R, and Orange software packages in order to explore text mining using classification algorithms. Uses k-nearest neighbor and decision trees to further explore classification on structured data. Lastly, learners evaluate time series data using forecasting algorithms. Learners demonstrate their findings via PowerPoint and short video presentations.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    10/06/2025 –
    11/05/2025
    08/30/2025 Online Required Due Dates Online
    Oct 6 – Nov 5
    -
    Online
    J.J. Minarcin
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    Post Secondary

    Business Applications of AI 10156122

  • 1.00 credits
  • IT - Data
  • Explores the use of AI in modern business environments, focusing on practical applications such as predictive analytics, customer relationship management, and automation. Students will analyze real-world case studies, assess the benefits and challenges of integrating AI into business operations, and explore AI-powered business tools and platforms.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    10/06/2025 –
    11/05/2025
    08/30/2025 Online Required Due Dates Online
    Oct 6 – Nov 5
    -
    Online
    J.J. Minarcin
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    Post Secondary

    Python For Data Analytics 10156103

  • 1.00 credits
  • IT - Data
  • Introduces topics and libraries related to data analytics in the Python programming language. Learners will explore reading, processing, and writing files in native Python. Then they will explore data analytics, processing and visualization using NumPy, Pandas, Matplotlib and Seaborn.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    10/20/2025 –
    12/17/2025
    10/25/2025 Online Required Due Dates Online
    Oct 20 – Dec 17
    -
    Online
    Zachary Thunder
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    Post Secondary

    Data Mining & Predictive Analytics 3 10156115

  • 1.00 credits
  • IT - Data
  • Employs Python, Excel, R, and other GUI software to explore a variety of algorithms that fall under the umbrella of predictive analytics and data mining. Learners derive meaning from data using neural networks. Learners apply statistical models including linear and logistic regression. Lastly, learners evaluate data using Naïve Bayes and Bayesian Networks. Learners demonstrate their findings via PowerPoint and short video presentations.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    11/10/2025 –
    12/17/2025
    10/25/2025 Online Required Due Dates Online
    Nov 10 – Dec 17
    -
    Online
    J.J. Minarcin
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    Post Secondary

    Ethics and Implications of AI 10156123

  • 1.00 credits
  • IT - Data
  • Examines the ethical, legal, and societal implications of artificial intelligence (AI). Students will explore issues such as bias in algorithms, data privacy, and the broader impact of AI on employment and social structures and will utilize frameworks for ethical AI development and deployment, emphasizing responsible data-driven decision making.

    1 Course Section
    1 Course Section
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    #01 Fall
    Open
    11/10/2025 –
    12/17/2025
    10/25/2025 Online Required Due Dates Online
    Nov 10 – Dec 17
    -
    Online
    J.J. Minarcin
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