This training is designed to equip you with effective, evidence-based strategies for working with clients struggling with substance use. This training will explore a range of intervention approaches, including motivational interviewing, harm reduction, cognitive-behavioral techniques, and trauma-informed care. You will learn how to assess readiness for change, address co-occurring mental health concerns, and navigate the complexities of relapse prevention. You will gain the skills needed to support clients in developing healthier coping mechanisms and fostering long-term recovery in a compassionate, client-centered manner.
Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to
- Identify the range of interventions available for substance use disorder
- Analyze how to choose which interventions to use
- Implement interventions that are trauma-focused
Syllabus:
Introduction
Objective #1: Identify the range of interventions available for substance use disorder
- Motivational Interviewing
- Cognitive-based strategies
- Somatic-based strategies
Objective #2: Analyze how to choose which interventions to use
- Applying the Stages of Change model
- Assessing client readiness
- Identifying client strengths
Objective #3: Implement interventions that are trauma-focused
- The link between trauma and substance use
- Practical strategies
- EMDR and Narrative Therapy
Summary/Q&A
Social workers completing this course receive 3 Clinical asynchronous continuing education credits.
For other board approvals, this course qualifies for 3 Clinical continuing education training.
Instructor: Dreya Blume, LCSW
Recording Date: August 2, 2025
CEUS On-Demand, LLC, provider #2274, is approved as an ACE provider to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Regulatory boards are the final authority on courses accepted for continuing education credit. ACE provider approval period: 08/7/2026 - 08/6/2027. Social workers completing this course receive 3hrs Clinical continuing education credits.
CEUs On-Demand, LLC has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7091. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. CEUs On-Demand, LLC is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.
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