30-Hours Diploma in Addictions, Substance Abuse and Mental Health Treatment
Credit hours
3
Learners build an understanding of addiction and substance misuse, including the biological and psychological factors behind it and its links with mental health conditions. The programme outlines how assessment works, common counselling and therapeutic approaches, harm reduction and relapse prevention, and family and community support. It provides background knowledge for support roles and does not qualify learners to diagnose or treat.
What you'll cover
- 01Introduction to Addictions and Substance Abuse
- 02The Science of Addiction – Biological and Psychological Aspects
- 03Mental Health Disorders and Co-occurring Conditions
- 04Assessment and Diagnosis in Addiction Treatment
- 05Counselling Techniques and Therapeutic Approaches
- 06Harm Reduction and Relapse Prevention Strategies
- 07Family Support and Community-Based Interventions
- 08Ethical and Legal Considerations in Addiction Treatment
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