Treatment of Addiction

Catalog description

This course will increase knowledge about a range of approaches to addiction treatment, including different treatment models, levels of care, ASAM criteria, treatment settings, and information about medication assisted treatment. Furthermore, this class will offer learning opportunities to increase knowledge and case conceptualization skills in the treatment of addiction and commonly co-occurring issues/diagnoses. This course includes models that are trauma informed and assist in understanding the intersection of addiction, trauma, and attachment injuries. The course includes material on the impact of addiction on the family system and significant others as well.