Scope of Practice & Role-Specific Training in Mental Health and Substance Abuse Facilities

This course provides mental health and substance abuse professionals with a clear understanding of scope of practice and the importance of role-specific training within licensed treatment facilities. Participants will examine how regulatory requirements, professional licensure, and organizational policies define permissible duties and responsibilities across clinical and non-clinical roles. The course emphasizes risk prevention, staff competency, and compliance by exploring how appropriate training, supervision, and role clarity support client safety, ethical practice, and effective service delivery in behavioral health settings.

This course will award 1 continuing education hour.