Diagnosis and Treatment of Substance Use Disorders: Treatment Approaches Part 2

Building on the foundations established in earlier courses, this session dives deeper into advanced treatment strategies for substance use disorders. Participants will explore the role of medication-assisted treatment in supporting long-term recovery, learn to identify ideal candidates for various treatments, and develop an understanding of harm reduction techniques. Additionally, this course covers the importance of naloxone distribution, providing practical insights into its use and availability through local resources.

Learning Objectives

• Describe how medication-assisted treatment and traditional treatments can increase chances of maintaining long-term sobriety, and how to identify good candidates for different treatments.
• Identify and describe harm reduction strategies and how they can assist in relationship- and rapport-building with chemically dependent individuals.
• Describe the benefits of naloxone distribution and identify local resources that provide naloxone to individuals and first responders.

Prior Learning

This noncredit course is best suited for Social Work professionals looking to up-skill in their field. Additionally, to ensure success, students should:

• Be comfortable reading and understanding English, as all materials are provided in English.
• Have basic computer skills, including navigating the internet, downloading/uploading files, installing software, and using applications like Microsoft Word.

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