Clinicians learn evidence-based approaches for helping clients overcome nicotine addiction. We look at cognitive-behavioral techniques, motivational interviewing, hypnosis, Emotional Freedom Technique and mindfulness-based strategies that address the psychology behind smoking. You will learn practical ways to identify triggers, build internal motivation and create habits that last. You leave with usable insights and customizable interventions to help clients on the road to a smoke-free life.
Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to
- Describe the difficulties of quitting nicotine cigarettes
- Explain how to address barriers to quitting
- Identify a variety of strategies for smoking cessation
Syllabus:
Introduction
Objective #1: Describe the difficulties of quitting nicotine cigarettes
- Impact of nicotine on the body
- Psychological effects
- Behavioral effects
Objective #2: Explain how to address barriers to quitting
- Exploring roots of the nicotine consumption
- Exploring influence of the environment
- Benefits of smoking
Objective #3: Identify a variety of strategies for smoking cessation
- Psychoeducation
- Cognitive restructuring
- Emotional Freedom Technique
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: September 13, 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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