Substance Use Disorders (SUD) For the Healthcare Team
Substance Use Disorders (SUD) For the Healthcare Team is organized by Providers Clinical Support System (PCSS).
Expiration Date: Nov 02, 2024
Description:
Curriculum Overview:
SUD for the Healthcare Team is an introductory-level course on substance use disorders designed to provide fundamental information for all staff working within a healthcare setting. The four modules, taken together, present information on SUD, its history, and its treatment, including alcohol and opioid use disorders.
This curriculum is made up of four 1-hour modules. You may choose to complete the modules individually, however, learners are strongly encouraged to complete all four modules in order as some of the content builds on information presented in prior modules. Learners will receive credit for the completion of each individual module.
Module Overview:
This curriculum is made up of four 1-hour modules. Please see below for a summary of each course:
Understanding Substance Use Disorders
Module 1 provides a basic introduction to the concepts of the disease of addiction and the role of the reward system. Using neuroscience concepts as a foundation, clinical manifestations of the disease of addiction are then discussed in the form of case-based presentations.
Alcohol and Drug Use Disorders
Module 2 outlines the basic concepts of alcohol and drug use disorders. Standard drink sizes, screening for alcohol use disorders, and an introduction to alcohol withdrawal management are discussed. A basic overview of the major drug use disorders is then discussed in a clinically-relevant manner.
The Opioid Epidemic
Module 3 provides an overview of the history of opioid use with an overview of contributing factors to the current epidemic. Using clinical cases, opioid use disorder is then discussed in detail. Finally, there is a discussion of harm reduction approaches and treatment options.
Medication and Behavioral Treatment of Substance Use Disorders
Module 4 introduces evidence-based clinical practices of pharmacotherapy and behavioral treatments for substance use disorders. Off-label medications and psychosocial support programs are also discussed.
