MODULES

1. Types of substances and patterns of addiction

2. Causes, risk factors, and impact on health and society

3. Screening and assessment tools (e.g., AUDIT, ASSIST)

4. Brief interventions and motivational interviewing

5. Behavioral therapies and relapse prevention

6. Pharmacologic treatment options

7. Co-occurring mental health disorders

8. Family involvement and group therapy techniques

9. Harm reduction and overdose prevention strategies

10. Ethical and legal considerations in addiction care

11. Practicum in rehab center or support group

12. Counseling demonstration and case review

Learning Outcomes

Assess substance use and develop individualized treatment plans

Deliver evidence-based counseling and behavioral interventions

Support families affected by addiction

Facilitate community reintegration and reduce stigma

Promote prevention and early intervention in high-risk groups

Substance Abuse Counseling and Management

Equips health and social workers with the skills to assess, counsel, and manage individuals struggling with substance use disorders. Emphasizes screening, intervention, rehabilitation, and relapse prevention.

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