Screening and Assessment for SUDs (4 CE Hours)
- 1 Section
- 4 Lessons
- 1 Quiz
- 4h Duration
Screening and Assessment for SUDs (4 CE Hours)
- Module 1: Foundations of Clinical Evaluation and Engagement
- Module 2: The Diagnostic Toolkit: Standardized Instruments and Methods
- Module 3: Complexity in Assessment: Co-Occurring Disorders and ASAM
- Module 4: From Assessment to Action: Motivation and Planning
- Post Test: Screening and Assessment for SUDs
This 4-hour Continuing Education course is meticulously designed for North Dakota Licensed Master Addiction Counselors (LMACs) and Licensed Clinical Addiction Counselors (LCACs) seeking to elevate their clinical proficiency in the critical domains of screening and assessment. Moving beyond basic intake procedures, this curriculum explores the nuanced art and science of clinical evaluation as the foundation of effective treatment planning. Participants will engage with contemporary evidence-based tools, including the Timeline Followback (TLFB) and the ASAM Criteria, while navigating the complexities of co-occurring disorders and differential diagnosis. Grounded in the rigorous standards of the North Dakota State Board of Addiction Counseling Examiners and the NAADAC Code of Ethics, this course empowers clinicians to construct comprehensive, culturally responsive biopsychosocial assessments that drive successful client outcomes. Upon successful completion of the post-test, hours are reported directly to CE Broker.
CE Broker reporting covers the 16 boards in 10 states where I'm a registered provider. Everyone gets a certificate to download right away.
NAADAC approval: This course has been approved by Dr. Paulson Professional Counseling LLC, as a NAADAC Approved Education Provider, for 4 CE(s). NAADAC Provider #346180, Dr. Paulson Professional Counseling LLC is responsible for all aspects of its programing.
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