ADS 156Ethics and Professional Issues

Steps for Success

Step 1: Introductions

Meet your instructor

About Me:

| Instructor: Kyra Letzring, MS, LPC, CADCIII
| Email: kyra.letzring@faculty.klamathcc.edu
| Phone Number: 541-810-1042
| Office Hours & Location: By appointment.
| About Me: Hello class. My name is Kyra Letzring. This will be my third term teaching at KCC. I have around 15 years experience working with at-risk youth, addictions and mental health in the criminal justice population, child welfare cases, DUI's, MAT, dual diagnosis, trauma and women specific issues. I have been able to foster the growth of addiction counselors through clinical supervision and have watched programs grow to help people in need. I have had some amazing experiences working in this field over the years and I look forward to teaching the ADS classes and watching the growth as you step into your own role.

Step 2: Syllabus

Read the syllabus and course summary

The syllabus will provide you with important information such as course details, instructor information, course requirements, course learning outcomes, grading and late work policies, and expectations for discussion board participation. Additionally, you can view important institutional policies and procedures, including information about netiquette and academic integrity. At the bottom of the syllabus page, you may also view the course summary. Please read the syllabus and course summary carefully, and contact your instructor if you have any questions.

Step 3: Textbooks

Click here to purchase your textbooks

For the course, you will need these textbooks:

Required Text:

Critical Incidents: Ethical Issues in the Prevention and Treatment of Addiction 2nd Edition by William L. White and Renee M. Popovits ISBN 9780938475101

Ethics & Professional Development for Addiction Counselors: Principles, Guidelines, and Issues for Training, Licensing, Certification and Re-Certification by Marcus Mottley ISBN 9781470149352

Supplemental Texts:

Uppers Downers, and All Arounders, Physical and Mental Effects of Psychoactive Drugs by Darryl S. Inaba, Pharm. D and William E. Cohen
The Addiction Counselor’s Desk Reference by Robert Holman Coombs and William A. Howatt

Step 4: Support

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Researching: Do you need help finding a book or article? Visit the KCC Library web page (Links to an external site.) or KCC Library Guides web page (Links to an external site.) to learn what resources and assistance are available. You can also visit the Answerland website (Links to an external site.) for research guidance offered 24/7.
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Testing: Do you need to have a test proctored? Check the KCC Testing Center web page (Links to an external site.) for more information.
Advising: Is it time to sign up for your next class? Need guidance? Meet with an academic advisor!
Accessing: Students deserve equal access to education. Visit the KCC Disabilities Services web page to learn about accommodations.
Counseling & Student Support Services: KCC provides free counseling and student support services to students who need extra support. Visit the KCC Safe Campus Resources web page (Links to an external site.) for more information.

If you need technical support, check out these resources:

Canvas: If you do not know how to use Canvas, please access the CASX731 course, which will teach you how to navigate Canvas, upload assignments, use the discussion board, etc.
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- If you need more help, contact the Center for Teaching and Learning at CTL@klamathcc.edu. Someone will answer you within 24 hours.

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- Phone: 541-880-2226
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