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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

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

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

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 Christina Lucas	View Rates

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

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	View Rates

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

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 Christina Lucas	View Rates

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

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#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	View Rates
#02 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	Online Required Due Dates	Online	Aug 25 – Dec 17 - Online Danny Knoblock	View Rates

Introduction To Civil Engineering Technology 10607100

1.00 credits

Civil Engineering Technology

Provides an introduction to Civil Engineering Technology and includes key areas of knowledge such as: a history of Civil Engineering and its disciplines; Engineering ethics; Basic drafting techniques, including measurement and scaling, sheet format and layout, dimensioning and line work, orthographic projection, and isometric drawings; an introduction to Civil Engineering plans, specifications, and estimates; an introduction to Project Management, including an overview of a project life cycle; Microsoft Windows Office programs and related skills such as file and document management; and resume and portfolio preparation for those in the Civil Engineering field.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/15/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person Zoom Available	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 25 – Dec 15 Monday 09:00 AM - 09:50 AM H104 - Computer Lab - H Building Michael Kowal	View Rates

AutoCAD And Civil 3D 10607102

3.00 credits

Civil Engineering Technology

Introduces AutoCAD by working with templates, creating and manipulating layers; basic drawing and editing commands, annotation and dimensions, and utilize inquiry tools, along with blocks, attributes, and plotting. Students will also develop the ability to use basic commands within AutoCAD Civil 3D, from importing survey data and parcel features, to alignments and profile generation, and will also spend time learning the custom user interface, core styles (used to display Civil 3D objects), and utilizing coordinate systems to start drawing files.

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	In-Person Zoom Available	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 25 – Dec 17 Wednesday 01:00 PM - 02:50 PM H104 - Computer Lab - H Building Michael Kowal Aug 25 – Dec 17 Monday 10:00 AM - 12:50 PM H104 - Computer Lab - H Building Michael Kowal	View Rates

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

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	View Rates

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

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	View Rates

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

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#02 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	Online Required Due Dates	Online	Aug 25 – Dec 17 - Online Danny Knoblock	View Rates
#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	View Rates

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

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#02 Fall	Waitlist	08/25/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	Online Required Due Dates	Online	Aug 25 – Dec 17 - Online Dakota Kaiser	View Rates
#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	View Rates
#03 Fall	Open	09/22/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	Online Required Due Dates	Online	Sep 22 – Dec 17 - Online Kelly Perdue	View Rates

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

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#02 Fall	Open	08/25/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	Online Required Due Dates	Online	Aug 25 – Dec 17 - Online Christina Lucas	View Rates
#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	View Rates

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

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

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

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#02 Fall	Waitlist	08/25/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	Online Required Due Dates	Online	Aug 25 – Dec 17 - Online Danny Knoblock	View Rates
#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	View Rates
#03 Fall	Open	09/22/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	Online Required Due Dates	Online	Sep 22 – Dec 17 - Online Danny Knoblock	View Rates

Advanced Civil 3D 10607110

3.00 credits

Civil Engineering Technology

Utilizes the knowledge gained in previous semesters to build more complex design models, add new features, and analyze their designs even further, with functions like vehicle tracking, quantity take Off tools, and storm & sanitary analysis. Provides a deeper development of complex corridor targeting in roadway design and advanced grading tools for site designs, all while adding additional underground utilities to our design models and plan sets. These tools will then again be used to create accurate construction models and plans sets ready for practical use.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/26/2025 – 12/16/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person Zoom Available	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 26 – Dec 16 Tuesday 10:00 AM - 12:50 PM H104 - Computer Lab - H Building Michael Kowal Aug 26 – Dec 16 Thursday 10:00 AM - 11:50 AM H104 - Computer Lab - H Building Michael Kowal	View Rates

Basic Engineering Statics 10607112

1.00 credits

Civil Engineering Technology

Provides an introduction to Statics related to Engineering including the following topics; general static principals; force vectors; force system resultants; structural analysis (including simple trusses, zero-force members, and method of sections); characteristics of friction (including dry friction, wedges, and rolling resistance); center of gravity; and moments of inertia.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/26/2025 – 12/16/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person Zoom Available	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 26 – Dec 16 Tuesday 01:00 PM - 01:50 PM H104 - Computer Lab - H Building Michael Kowal	View Rates

Surveying And Mapping 10607101

2.00 credits

Civil Engineering Technology

Provides an introduction to surveying and mapping for Civil Engineering and includes foundational knowledge in these skills including: basic surveying principles; history of land surveying; laws governing property; property rights; instruments in the field; basic surveying computations; and using and generating survey maps.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/27/2025 – 12/17/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person Zoom Available	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 27 – Dec 17 Wednesday 09:00 AM - 11:50 AM H104 - Computer Lab - H Building Michael Kowal	View Rates

Surveying 3 10607107

2.00 credits

Civil Engineering Technology

Builds upon the knowledge gained in previous surveying courses to provide additional advanced surveying concepts including key areas of knowledge such as: geodetic applications; state plan coordinates, construction staking methods, calculating volumes, photogrammetry, and an introduction to Geographic Informational Systems. Fieldwork experiences will include construction staking of horizontal curves, vertical curves, and other civil engineering project features.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/28/2025 – 12/11/2025	08/30/2025	In-Person	Wausau Main Campus	Aug 28 – Dec 11 Thursday 01:00 PM - 03:50 PM H104 - Computer Lab - H Building Michael Kowal	View Rates

Transportation Infrastructure Design 10607111

2.00 credits

Civil Engineering Technology

Introduces transportation infrastructure design and includes important areas of knowledge including: the history of transportation engineering; basic roles of transportation engineering (including planning, design, general operations, and overall management); introduction to design concepts (including alignment & profile, typical sections, intersection design, pedestrian & bicycle accommodations, parking lot layout, and runways & taxiways); traffic control and staging; and an overview of design plans, details, and design requirements for different transportation project types.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#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 - 09:50 AM H104 - Computer Lab - H Building Michael Kowal	View Rates