Addiction Counselor CE New Courses

New Course: Case Management (Section IV) ((TF) Treatment Knowledge)

Tue, 01 May 2012 10:08:01 -0700

A new course has been added to Addiction Counselor CE. Here's the description:

*_Case Management Procedures (Section IV): Family Support Network for Adolescent Cannabis Users - Cannabis Youth Treatment (CYT) Series Volume 3_* explains that family involvement can be greatly increased by a proactive stance from treatment programs. In order to engage and keep the family of the drug-using adolescent involved in treatment, a case management model was developed. The model of case management is designed primarily to engage the family in the treatment process, help overcome barriers to its active participation, identify appropriate service and treatment needs, provide links to needed services, monitor the adolescent and family progress, provide motivational enhancement, prevent clients from dropping out of the program, and encourage participation in community family support groups or initiate a peer-led parent support group. Course materials are from Section IV. Course materials can be accessed either 1) online or 2) by ordering the book free of charge from: http://store.samhsa.gov/product/Family-Support-Network-for-Adolescent-Cannabis-Users/SMA05-4103 Course materials are from Section IV, found on pages 101 to 113 of pdf document (pages 103 to 115 if using Adobe toolbar page finder).
Credits: 1, Format: Online Article, Fee: 17.00

New Course: Alcohol (TIP 26, Chapter 2) (Clinical Evaluation)

Tue, 01 May 2012 10:05:46 -0700

A new course has been added to Addiction Counselor CE. Here's the description:

*_Alcohol (TIP 26, Chapter 2): Substance Abuse Among Older Adults_* presents treatment providers with much-needed information about a population that is underdiagnosed and underserved. This course addresses the classification of drinking problems among older adults, their drinking patterns, alcohol abuse risk factors, and use of other substances. Course materials are from Chapter 2. Course materials can be accessed either 1) online or 2) by ordering the book free of charge from: http://store.samhsa.gov/product/TIP-26-Substance-Abuse-Among-Older-Adults/SMA08-3918
Credits: 1, Format: Online Article, Fee: 17.00

New Course: Substance Abuse Among Older Adults: An Invisible Epidemic (TIP 26, Chapter 1) (Clinical Evaluation)

Tue, 01 May 2012 10:04:38 -0700

A new course has been added to Addiction Counselor CE. Here's the description:

*_Substance Abuse Among Older Adults: An Invisible Epidemic (TIP 26, Chapter 1)_* presents treatment providers with much-needed information about a population that is underdiagnosed and underserved. This course addresses the problem projected, the problem now, older adults' unique vulnerabilities, and barriers to identifying and treating older adults with substance abuse problems. Course materials are from Chapter 1. Course materials can be accessed either 1) online or 2) by ordering the book free of charge from: http://store.samhsa.gov/product/TIP-26-Substance-Abuse-Among-Older-Adults/SMA08-3918
Credits: 1, Format: Online Article, Fee: 17.00

New Course: Use and Abuse of Psychoactive Prescription Drugs and Over-the-Counter Medications (TIP 26, Chapter 3) (Clinical Evaluation)

Tue, 01 May 2012 10:03:43 -0700

A new course has been added to Addiction Counselor CE. Here's the description:

*_Use and Abuse of Psychoactive Prescription Drugs and Over-the-Counter Medications (TIP 26, Chapter 3): Substance Abuse Among Older Adults_* presents treatment providers with much-needed information about a population that is underdiagnosed and underserved. Substance abuse often goes undetected among adults over 60.� This course addresses the evolution of psychoactive prescribing, patterns of use, risk factors for misuse and abuse of psychoactive drugs, adverse effects, and interactions with other drugs and alcohol. Course materials are from Chapter 3. Course materials can be accessed either 1) online or 2) by ordering the book free of charge from: http://store.samhsa.gov/product/TIP-26-Substance-Abuse-Among-Older-Adults/SMA08-3918
Credits: 1, Format: Online Article, Fee: 17.00

New Course: Seeking Safety: An Evidence-Based Model for Substance Abuse and Trauma/PTSD (Section II, Part 7) (Service Coordination)

Tue, 01 May 2012 10:02:20 -0700

A new course has been added to Addiction Counselor CE. Here's the description:

*_Seeking Safety: An Evidence-Based Model For Substance Abuse and Trauma/PTSD (Section II, Part 7): Therapist's Guide to Evidence-Based Relapse Prevention_* was designed to continually attend to both PTSD and substance use disorder (SUD) at the same time by the same clinician. Furthermore integration is, ultimately, an intrapsychic goal for clients as well as a systems goal: to "own" both disorders, to recognize the links between them, and to understand how one disorder triggers the other. Course materials are from Section II, Part 7. Course materials can be assessed either 1) online or 2) by ordering the book from: http://books.google.com/books/about/Therapist_s_Guide_to_Evidence_Based_Rela.html?id=ZjlmtasOwBwC Course materials are from Section II, Part 7, found on pages 141 to 164 of pdf document (pages 1 to 24 if using Adobe toolbar page finder).
Credits: 2, Format: Online Article, Fee: 27.00

New Course: Managing Addiction Risk in Patients Treated With Opioids (TIP 54, Chapter 4) (Documentation)

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 13:59:33 -0700

A new course has been added to Addiction Counselor CE. Here's the description:

*_Managing Addiction Risk in Patients Treated With Opioids (TIP 54, Chapter 4): Managing Chronic Pain in Adults With or in Recovery From Substance Use Disorders_* tells of promoting adherence, how to do a proper urine test, and the importance of including family, friends, and others in the treatment process. This chapter explains how to document the care of the patient and informs the reader how to discontinue opioid therapy. Course materials are from Chapter 4 and can be accessed either 1) online or 2) by ordering the book free of charge from http://store.samhsa.gov/product/TIP-54-Managing-Chronic-Pain-in-Adults-With-or-in-Recovery-From-Substance-Use-Disorders/Most-Popular/SMA12-4671?sortBy=4 Course materials are found on pages 49 to 63 of pdf document (pages 62 to 76 if using Adobe toolbar page finder).
Credits: 2, Format: Online Article, Fee: 27.00

New Course: Patient Education and Treatment Agreements (TIP 54, Chapter 5) (Education (Client, Family, and Community))

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 13:58:44 -0700

A new course has been added to Addiction Counselor CE. Here's the description:

*_Patient Education and Treatment Agreements (TIP 54, Chapter 5): Managing Chronic Pain in Adults With or in Recovery From Substance Use Disorders_* explains the value of patient education and how to use the Internet as a source of patient education. The chapter also covers information about opioids and methadone maintenance therapy. Course materials are from Chapter 5 and can be accessed either 1) online or 2) by ordering the book free of charge from http://store.samhsa.gov/product/TIP-54-Managing-Chronic-Pain-in-Adults-With-or-in-Recovery-From-Substance-Use-Disorders/Most-Popular/SMA12-4671?sortBy=4 Course materials are found on pages 65 to 74 of pdf document (pages 78 to 87 if using Adobe toolbar page finder).
Credits: 1, Format: Online Article, Fee: 17.00

New Course: Home Visits (Section III) (Treatment Planning)

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 16:16:15 -0700

A new course has been added to Addiction Counselor CE. Here's the description:

*_Home Visits (Section III): Support Network for Adolescent Cannabis Users--Cannabis Youth Treatment (CYT) Series Volume 3_* proclaims that family involvement is an essential method of treatment regarding home visits. Furthermore, the therapist who is able to view the family in the home environment is more likely to accurately assess the family dynamics that affect an adolescent's use and abuse of drugs and alcohol. Course materials are from Section III, found on pages 81 to 100 of pdf document (pages 83 to 102 if using Adobe toolbar page finder).
Credits: 2, Format: Online Article, Fee: 27.00

New Course: Relapse Prevention for Addictive Behaviors ((TF) Treatment Knowledge)

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 16:15:17 -0700

A new course has been added to Addiction Counselor CE. Here's the description:

*_Relapse Prevention for Addictive Behaviors_* aims to provide readers with an update on empirical and applied developments related to relapse prevention (RP) with a primary focus on events spanning the last decade (2000-2010). A concise overview of the historical and theoretical foundations of the RP model and a brief summary of the clinical intervention strategies are also explored.
Credits: 2, Format: Online Article, Fee: 27.00

New Course: Chronic Pain Management (TIP 54, Chapter 3) ((TF) Treatment Knowledge)

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 16:13:52 -0700

A new course has been added to Addiction Counselor CE. Here's the description:

*_Chronic Pain Management (TIP 54, Chapter 3): Managing Chronic Pain in Adults With or in Recovery From Substance Use Disorders_* informs others how to treat patients in recovery and how to treat pain in patients with active addiction. This chapter also explains nonpharmacological treatments, acute pain episodes, and how to address treatment outcomes. Course materials are from Chapter 3 and can be accessed either 1) online or 2) by ordering the book free of charge from http://store.samhsa.gov/product/TIP-54-Managing-Chronic-Pain-in-Adults-With-or-in-Recovery-From-Substance-Use-Disorders/Most-Popular/SMA12-4671?sortBy=4 Course materials are found on pages 33 to 48 of pdf document (pages 46 to 61 if using Adobe toolbar page finder).
Credits: 2, Format: Online Article, Fee: 27.00

New Course: Introduction (TIP 54, Chapter 1) (Education (Client, Family, and Community))

Tue, 10 Apr 2012 11:59:15 -0700

A new course has been added to Addiction Counselor CE. Here's the description:

*_Introduction (TIP 54, Chapter 1): Managing Chronic Pain in Adults With or in Recovery From Substance Use Disorders_* equips clinicians with practical guidance and tools for treating chronic noncancer pain (CNCP) in adults with histories of substance use disorders (SUDs). It does NOT describe how to treat SUDs or other behavioral health disorders in patients with CNCP; however, it provides readers with information about SUD assessments and referrals for further evaluation. Course materials are from Chapter 1 and can be accessed either 1) online or 2) by ordering the book free of charge from http://store.samhsa.gov/product/TIP-54-Managing-Chronic-Pain-in-Adults-With-or-in-Recovery-From-Substance-Use-Disorders/Most-Popular/SMA12-4671?sortBy=4 Course materials are found on pages 1-11 of pdf document (pages 14 to 24 if using Adobe toolbar page finder).
Credits: 1, Format: Online Article, Fee: 17.00

New Course: Patient Assessment (TIP 54, Chapter 2) (Clinical Evaluation)

Tue, 10 Apr 2012 11:58:20 -0700

A new course has been added to Addiction Counselor CE. Here's the description:

*_Patient Assessment (TIP 54, Chapter 2): Managing Chronic Pain in Adults With or in Recovery From Substance Use Disorders_* explains how researchers and clinicians agree that because chronic noncancer pain (CNCP) is a multifaceted condition, assessment must include more than measures of pain intensity. This chapter describes many facets of the assessment process, while evaluating the risk of developing problematic opioid use. Course materials are from Chapter 2 and can be accessed either 1) online or 2) by ordering the book free of charge from http://store.samhsa.gov/product/TIP-54-Managing-Chronic-Pain-in-Adults-With-or-in-Recovery-From-Substance-Use-Disorders/Most-Popular/SMA12-4671?sortBy=4 Course materials are found on pages 13-32 of pdf document (pages 26 to 45 if using Adobe toolbar page finder).
Credits: 2, Format: Online Article, Fee: 27.00