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Harm Reduction Programs
Harm Reduction in Substance Abuse Treatment is an approach that prioritizes the health and well-being of individuals who use substances by focusing on reducing the negative consequences associated with drug use rather than solely aiming for abstinence. This course is essential as it equips participants with a comprehensive understanding of Harm Reduction principles, strategies, ethical considerations, and controversial arguments for and against, enabling them to address substance abuse in a compassionate and pragmatic manner. Throughout the course, we will explore various Harm Reduction interventions, such as safe consumption spaces, needle exchange programs, and medication-assisted treatments, and learn how to implement these practices effectively within communities.
This course will award 1 continuing education hour.
Please see the board approval box for course approvals.Course Objectives
- Define the core principles and practices of Harm Reduction in substance abuse treatment.
- Identify and describe various Harm Reduction strategies and their implementation.
- Analyze the ethical considerations and challenges associated with Harm Reduction approaches.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of Harm Reduction programs through case studies and real-world examples.
- Develop a plan for implementing Harm Reduction policies and practices within a community or organization.
Course Author
Board Approvals
National Approvals
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Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) (ACE)BaysideCEU.com, #1793, is approved to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Organizations, not individual courses, are approved as ACE providers. State and provincial regulatory boards have the final authority to determine whether an individual course may be accepted for continuing education credit. BaysideCEU.com maintains responsibility for this course. ACE provider approval period: 02/04/2024 – 02/04/2026. -
The Association For Addiction Professionals NAADACProvider #81892. BaysideCEU is responsible for all aspects of programming. -
The National Board For Certified Counselors NBCCBaysideCEU has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP #6098. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. BaysideCEU is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.
State Approvals
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California Consortium of Addiction Programs and Professionals CCAPPProvider approved by CCAPP-EI, Provider # OS-21-336-0623 -
Florida Board of CSW, MFT, MHCProvider Number BAP-#726. -
Florida Board of NursingProvider number NCE3508
Information
- Relevance: This course is intended for professiolnals in the substance abuse industry who work to combat the negative effects of drug us by the community.
- Content Level: Intermediate
- Course Format: This course is offered as a self-paced distance learning format (reading-based online activity)
- System Requirements: This course is offered online. Internet connection required.
- Course Completion Information: To earn continuing education credit, professionals must register and pay the fee for the course. They must read the content and demonstrate understanding by earning a minimum score of 70 percent on testing materials. The certificate of completion will be able to be downloaded after the above is completed. Refunds will be granted upon request with the withdrawal of credit for the course. For questions, concerns, or to request special accommodations, please call 866-863-4225 or email [email protected].
- CEBroker Course ID: 1232464
- Credit Hours: 1
This course is intended for professiolnals in the substance abuse industry who work to combat the negative effects of drug us by the community.