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Understanding Addiction Treatment Knowledge-Florida Certification Board - CAC
This course offers a comprehensive, clinically focused examination of substance use disorders, integrating current findings in brain science with the etiology, progression, and symptomatology of addiction. Emphasis is placed on co-occurring conditions, pharmacological considerations, and the relationship between addiction and broader health, criminal justice, and social outcomes. Participants will critically review models of treatment, core treatment components, and evidence-based programs across the continuum of care, including residential and outpatient settings. The curriculum also addresses recovery-oriented systems of care, the role of family involvement in treatment, and the integration of mutual aid and other recovery support services to promote sustained recovery and functional stability.
Course Objectives
- Analyze the neurobiological mechanisms, etiology, and progression of substance use disorders, including the impact of co-occurring conditions.
- Differentiate major models of addiction treatment and evaluate evidence-based programs and practices across levels of care.
- Integrate pharmacological principles and core treatment components into comprehensive, individualized treatment planning.
- Examine the relationship between addiction and broader health, criminal justice, and social systems to inform clinical decision-making.
- Apply recovery-oriented systems of care, including family engagement and mutual aid supports, to promote sustained recovery outcomes.
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- Relevance: This course is approved by the Florida Certification Board for those seeking a Certified Addiction Counselor credential. It meets elective requirement for the CAC application.
- 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 ContactUs@BaysideCEU.com.
- Credit Hours: 40
- Last Updated: March 2, 2026
This course is approved by the Florida Certification Board for those seeking a Certified Addiction Counselor credential. It meets elective requirement for the CAC application.
- CE Hours 40 hours