Module #1 Introduction to Drug and Alcohol Addiction Overview of drug and alcohol addiction, its causes, signs, and symptoms
Module #2 Understanding Addiction:Brain Chemistry and Behavior In-depth look at the brain chemistry and behavioral aspects of addiction
Module #3 Types of Drugs:Opioids, Stimulants, Depressants, and Hallucinogens Classification and effects of different types of drugs, including opioids, stimulants, depressants, and hallucinogens
Module #4 Alcohol Addiction:Physiological and Psychological Effects Physical and psychological effects of alcohol addiction, including withdrawal symptoms and long-term consequences
Module #5 Assessment and Diagnosis of Substance Use Disorders Screening tools, assessment methods, and diagnosis of substance use disorders according to the DSM-5
Module #6 Treatment Approaches:Abstinence, Harm Reduction, and Medication-Assisted Therapy Overview of different treatment approaches, including abstinence, harm reduction, and medication-assisted therapy
Module #7 Individual Counseling:Motivational Interviewing and Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy Effective counseling techniques, including motivational interviewing and cognitive-behavioral therapy
Module #8 Group Therapy:Principles and Techniques Group therapy principles, techniques, and strategies for drug and alcohol treatment
Module #9 Family Therapy:Involving Loved Ones in the Recovery Process Importance of family involvement in the recovery process and family therapy techniques
Module #10 Relapse Prevention:Identifying Triggers and Developing Coping Skills Strategies for relapse prevention, including identifying triggers and developing coping skills
Module #11 Recovery Support Systems:12-Step Programs and Self-Help Groups Overview of 12-step programs and self-help groups, including AA, NA, and SMART Recovery
Module #12 Motivational Enhancement Therapy and Contingency Management Motivational enhancement therapy and contingency management techniques for drug and alcohol treatment
Module #13 Pharmacological Interventions:Medications for Addiction Treatment Medications used in addiction treatment, including agonists, antagonists, and partial agonists
Module #14 Cultural Competence in Drug and Alcohol Treatment Cultural competence and sensitivity in drug and alcohol treatment, including working with diverse populations
Module #15 Ethics and Boundaries in Drug and Alcohol Counseling Ethical principles and boundaries in drug and alcohol counseling, including confidentiality and informed consent
Module #16 Case Management and Referral Services Case management and referral services for drug and alcohol treatment, including coordination with other healthcare providers
Module #17 Trauma-Informed Care:Understanding the Role of Trauma in Addiction Trauma-informed care and the role of trauma in addiction, including techniques for trauma-sensitive treatment
Module #18 Co-Occurring Disorders:Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders Diagnosis and treatment of co-occurring disorders, including mental health and substance use disorders
Module #19 Pain Management and Opioid Addiction Pain management strategies and opioid addiction, including alternative pain management approaches
Module #20 Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) Guidelines SAMHSA guidelines for drug and alcohol treatment, including evidence-based practices and standards
Module #21 Crisis Intervention and Emergency Response Crisis intervention and emergency response strategies for drug and alcohol treatment, including overdose response
Module #22 Telehealth and Technology in Drug and Alcohol Treatment Telehealth and technology applications in drug and alcohol treatment, including online counseling and support groups
Module #23 Recovery-Oriented Systems of Care Recovery-oriented systems of care, including integrated treatment systems and collaborative care models
Module #24 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in Drug & Alcohol Treatment Specialist career
