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Practical Approaches to
Substance Abuse Issues (JS 628)

May 18-21, 2009 / Reno, NV
Tuition: $985
Early Discount: $885 by 2/17/09
Conference Fee: $235

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This course provides judges with a thorough understanding of substance abuse issues that may arise in their courts. After attending this course, participants will be able to describe the extent of the substance abuse problem; recognize the physiological and pharmacological aspects of substance abuse; interpret drug test results; select appropriate judicial strategies and tools for the treatment process; evaluate the effectiveness of alternative judicial models to deal with substance abuse; and design a plan for implementation. Participants are provided with the opportunity to get a jump start on the course with an online pre-course assignment. The pre-course assignment will take two to four hours and is available approximately six weeks before the course starts.

Qualifies for 2 credits toward the Judicial Studies degree and as an elective in the Certificate in Judicial Development, General Jurisdiction Trial Skills, Special Jurisdiction Trial Skills and Tribal Judicial Skills programs.

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Problem-Solving Courses

The NJC offers several courses that focus on problem-solving techniques including:

Co-Occurring Mental and Substance Abuse Disorders

Managing Cases Involving Persons with
Mental Disabilities

Managing Challenging Family Law Cases
(JS 634)