Drug and Substance Abuse, Prevention and Rehabilitation Skills
COURSE OVERVIEW
The Drug and Substance Abuse: Prevention and Rehabilitation Skills course is an 4-weeks training program designed to equip professionals with essential knowledge and practical skills to address substance abuse effectively. This course combines theoretical learning with hands-on case studies to ensure a comprehensive understanding of the complexities of addiction and recovery. Participants will explore the root causes and consequences of drug and substance abuse, gain insight into psychological, biological, and social dimensions of addiction, and learn evidence-based approaches to prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation. Emphasis is placed on working with diverse populations, applying ethical and legal standards, and engaging in multidisciplinary collaboration.
COURSE OBJECTIVES
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
Understand the nature, types, and global trends of drug and substance abuse.
Analyze the biological, psychological, and social factors contributing to addiction.
Identify signs and symptoms of substance use disorders and apply appropriate screening and assessment tools.
Design and implement effective prevention strategies and community education programs.
Apply evidence-based treatment and rehabilitation approaches tailored to individual client needs.
Develop practical rehabilitation skills, including relapse prevention, life skills training, and client reintegration support.
Address the unique needs of special populations affected by substance abuse.
Navigate ethical, legal, and policy considerations in substance abuse work.
Collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams and coordinate care across services.
COURSE MODULES
Module : Introduction to Drug and Substance Abuse
Module: Biological, Psychological, and Social Aspects of Addiction
Module: Identification, Screening, and Assessment
Module: Prevention Strategies and Community Education
Module: Treatment and Rehabilitation Approaches
Module: Rehabilitation Skills for Practitioners
Module: Working with Special Populations
Module: Ethics, Law, and Policy in Substance Abuse Work
Module: Teamwork and Multidisciplinary Approaches
CERTIFICATION
Participants will be issued Digital Certification after successful completion of the training.
