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Clinical Evaluation-Florida Certification Board
Effectively evaluating an individual’s alcohol and drug misuse is pivotal in preventing or intervening early in addiction. Recognizing early warning signs among those susceptible to developing severe drinking or drug-related issues can prompt a shift away from harmful habits. For others, thorough screening and more comprehensive assessments are essential in determining the appropriate course of action toward treatment and recovery.
The Florida Certification Board approves this course and meets the 25-hour requirement for the Clinical Evaluation Domain for initial application for CAC and CAP credentials. Please see the Florida Certification Board for full details on these credentials, including formal education, other content-specific training domains required, work experience, supervision, and required exams.
This course will award 25 continuing education hours.
Please see the board approval box for course approvals.Course Objectives
- Understand the importance of the clinical evaluation.
- Describe how addiction changes over the lifespan.
- Facilitate the client’s understanding of the rationale, purpose, and procedures associated with the screening and assessment process.
- Be able to assess the client’s current situation, readiness for change, and immediate needs.
- Administer the appropriate screening and assessment instruments to assess strengths and needs.
- Obtain relevant history and related information for the client and other pertinent sources to establish eligibility and appropriateness.
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- Relevance: This course is approved by the Florida Certification Board for those seeking a Certified Addiction Counselor or Certified Addiction Professional credential. It meets the 25 hour requirement for the Clinical Evaluation Domain.
- 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: N/A
- Credit Hours: 25
This course is approved by the Florida Certification Board for those seeking a Certified Addiction Counselor or Certified Addiction Professional credential. It meets the 25 hour requirement for the Clinical Evaluation Domain.