Addiction Pharmacology
15 hour course that meets MHACBO requirements for the Pharmacology Core Class
Course Details
Addiction Pharmacology is a required course for those seeking CADC certification. This course also counts toward CRM recertification.
This class introduces students to the basics of drug chemistry and the impacts to the brain and body systems. The course considers current drug use and psychological/behavioral aspects of client misuse or addiction and explores treatment modalities including medication assisted treatments. It is highly recommended that students purchase "Uppers Downers All-Arounders" 8th edition for this course. This text can be found on Amazon.
This course is worth 15 hours and is self paced. Upon completion of the course you will receive a certificate of completion.
Meet your Instructor
Nicole Miller, BS, CADC II, QMHA-I, CAI has worked in the addiction counseling field for over 15 years. She has worked in a variety of modalities including outpatient, MAT and prison-based programs. She has been teaching Addiction Pharmacology and addiction counseling courses since 2017.
Course curriculum
-
1Introduction: Start Here!
-
2Module 1: Brain Development and Neurochemistry
-
3Module 2: Rules of Pharmacology
-
4Module 3: Stimulants
-
5Module 4: Alcohol and Sedatives
-
6Module 5: Opiates
-
7Module 6: All Arounders
-
8Module 7: Marijuana
-
9Module 8: Behavioral Addictions
-
10Wrapping up