Course Title: Foundations in Substance Use Counseling
Available CEUs: 3 hours
Learning Objectives:
1. Understand and define “addiction” based on DSM-5 literature and understand the 12 criteria for an SUD.
2. Develop recovery language by understanding and addressing stigma associated with addiction.
3. Identify and address common forms of denial.
4. Recognize cravings and warnings signs and factors that contribute to relapse and how to open discussions with clients.
5. Understand importance of structure and support in recovery and review recovery group resources available to clients.
Outline:
Module 1: SUD and the DSM-5
Module 2: Tolerance, Withdrawal, & Stigma
Module 3: Recognizing Relapse Processes
Module 4: Recovery Approaches and Support Groups
Final Quiz
