Evidence-Based Treatment Planning (10 Hours)
- 1 Section
- 11 Lessons
- 2 Quizzes
Course Content
- Course Overview & Introduction
- Module 1: The Transition to Goal Formulation
- Module 2: Shared Decision-Making and Prioritization
- Module 3: Differentiating Goals from Behavioral Objectives
- Module 4: Specificity and Measurability in Planning
- Module 5: Attainability and the Goldilocks Zone
- Module 6: Realistic Planning and Intrinsic Motivation
- Module 7: Timeliness and Establishing Target Dates
- Module 8: Formulating Approach Versus Avoidance Goals
- Module 9: Goal-Attainment Scaling and Continuous Evaluation
- Module 10: The Golden Thread and Compliance
- Post Test
- Program Evaluation
This continuing education program equips addiction professionals with foundational skills to construct individualized, evidence-based treatment plans. Participants learn to translate complex biopsychosocial assessment data into actionable, client-centered objectives. Instruction focuses heavily on satisfying medical necessity criteria for third-party payers while preserving clinical integrity. Mastering these planning methodologies ensures delivery of highly effective, legally defensible behavioral healthcare.
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