Course Code: REL-BHC-0-SUT
Hours: 1.5
Type: Online Course
Learning Objectives:
Recall the 3 “E’s” of trauma and at least 5 types of trauma experiences.
Describe the relationship between trauma and substance use.
Recognize elements of trauma-informed care.
Recall strategies you can use to address substance use disorders within a trauma-informed context.
Outline:
Section 1: Introduction
About This Course
Learning Objectives
Section 2: Overview of Trauma
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Trauma
Types of Trauma
The Biology of Trauma
Trauma Reactions
Trauma Triggers and Flashbacks
Trauma and Substance Use
Review
Summary
Section 3: Trauma-Informed Care
Prevalence of Trauma Among Individuals with Substance Use Disorders
Trauma-Informed Care
Trauma-Informed Practices and Services
Consequences of Not Addressing Trauma
Review
Summary
Section 4: Considerations for Treatment
The Importance of Assessing for Trauma
How Culture May Impact Screening and Treatment
Use of Client-Focused Strategies
Use of Motivational Interviewing
Selecting the Best Treatment Approach
Trauma-Focused Interventions
Trauma and Substance Use Disorder Interventions
Other Treatment Tools
Review
Summary
Section 5: Conclusion
Summary
Course Contributors
References
Congratulations
Instructor: Stephanie L. Furness-Kraft, LCSW, CCTP
Stephanie holds a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and Professional Writing from The College of New Jersey and a Master of Social Work degree from Rutgers University. She is also a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP) and has particular interest in resilience and secondary traumatic stress among behavioral health providers. The majority of Stephanie’s work has included behavioral health counseling and medical case management. Stephanie served as part of the National Health Service Corps from 2016-2018, providing outpatient counseling to underserved populations including military service members and their families. Stephanie has designed and delivered training on many topics such as LGBTQIA+ sensitivity, youth suicide prevention, and how to provide in-community services to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Disclosure: Stephanie L. Furness-Kraft, LCSW, CCTP has no Relevant Financial or Non-Financial Relationship with ineligible companies to disclose.
Staff Writer: Kimberly Cobb, MS
Mrs. Cobb is a Lead SME Writer/Trainer at Relias. Her primary writing responsibilities are in the content areas of public safety and behavioral health. Mrs. Cobb is also the onboarding trainer for new staff joining the Relias Content Department. She has a Bachelor of Science degree in Correctional and Juvenile Justice Studies and a Master of Science degree in Criminal Justice. She has over 25 years of experience working in criminal and juvenile justice. Her work includes direct service, research, publication development, and training and technical assistance development and delivery.
Disclosure: Kimberly Cobb, MS has no Relevant Financial or Non-Financial Relationship with ineligible companies to disclose.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Entry level Psychologists; Intermediate level Alcohol and Drug Counselors; Intermediate level Marriage and Family Therapists; Intermediate level Professional Counselors; Intermediate level Social Workers; Nurses; in the following settings: Health and Human Services.
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To earn continuing education credit for this course you must achieve a passing score of 80% on the post-test and complete the course evaluation.
Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.