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North Dakota Board of Addiction Counseling Examiners

Understanding Dementia: Strategies for Compassionate Care

Addiction Behavioral Technicians CAP/CAC/MCAP Counseling and Social Services Nursing

New!

Jennifer Winters

1 hour

This course provides nursing, mental health, and substance abuse professionals with a foundational understanding of dementia, its impact on cognition and behavior, and actionable strategies for delivering effective, compassionate care. Emphasis is placed on trauma-informed approaches, communication techniques, and managing co-occurring disorders to better serve clients with memory impairment.

This course is offered online. Internet connection required.

Nutritional Influences on Adolescent Mental Health

Addiction Behavioral Technicians CAP/CAC/MCAP Counseling and Social Services Nursing

New!

Leesa M. Robertson

1 hour

Adolescence Nutrition and its Impact on Mental Health explores the critical relationship between nutrition and mental health in adolescents. It delves into the nutritional needs during adolescence, the gut-brain connection, and how specific nutrients influence mental health conditions like depression, anxiety, and ADHD. The course also addresses barriers to healthy nutrition, strategies for promoting positive eating habits, and future directions in research and policy. By integrating nutritional strategies into daily life, individuals can enhance the well-being of adolescents and support their mental health during a pivotal stage of development.

This course is offered online. Internet connection required.

Clinical Strategies and Therapeutic Interventions for Adolescents: Evidence-Based Practices and Applications

Behavioral Technicians CAP/CAC/MCAP Counseling and Social Services Nursing

New!

Roger K. Crutchfield

2 hours

This course explores therapeutic interventions and clinical strategies tailored specifically to adolescents. Participants will learn developmentally appropriate therapeutic approaches, evidence-based practices, strategies for engagement, and techniques for addressing common adolescent challenges in clinical practice.

This course is offered online. Internet connection required.

Solution Focused Therapy

Addiction Behavioral Technicians CAP/CAC/MCAP Counseling and Social Services Nursing

New!

Lauren Timney

1 hour

This course provides an in-depth exploration of Solution-Focused Therapy (SFBT), a strengths-based, goal-oriented therapeutic approach that emphasizes solutions rather than problems. Students will learn the core principles, techniques, and practical applications of SFBT, including the use of scaling questions, miracle questions, and structured goal setting. Through interactive discussions and case studies, participants will develop the skills necessary to facilitate meaningful and efficient client progress. By the end of the course, students will be equipped with the tools to apply SFBT principles effectively in counseling, coaching, and other helping professions.

This course is offered online. Internet connection required.

Clinical Supervision in Mental Health 6 hours

Addiction Counseling and Social Services

New!

Leesa M. Robertson

6 hours

Clinical supervision is a structured process in which experienced clinicians offer guidance, feedback, and oversight to practitioners who are newer to the field. This process helps practitioners build their skills, assume accountability for their clinical decisions, and improve patient safety.

This course covers foundational theories and supervision models, highlighting the significance of supportive, ethical relationships between supervisors and supervisees. Participants will explore best practices in documentation, the integration of technology in supervision, and how cultural factors influence supervisory interactions. Upon completion, supervisors will be prepared to manage diverse and complex scenarios effectively, demonstrating both competence and cultural sensitivity.

This course is offered online. Internet connection required.