Course Code: REL-BHC-0-ITSU
Hours: 1.5
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2026
Learning Objectives:
Describe at least three ways that trauma and substance use are related and impact each other.
Identify key considerations that clinicians need to bear in mind when working with individuals who have experiences with both trauma and substance use.
Indicate specific evidence-based interventions that effectively address the challenges associated with trauma and substance use.
Outline:
Section 1: Introduction
About This Course
Learning Objectives
Section 2: Relationship Between Trauma and Substance Use
Meet Lawrence
How Trauma Affects the Body
The Spectrum of Substance Use
The Relationship Between Trauma and Substance Use
Review
Summary
Section 3: Treatment Considerations
Meet Paige
Trauma-Informed Care vs. Trauma-Specific Services
Integrated Treatments
Culturally Responsive Care
Additional Treatment Recommendations
Review
Summary
Section 4: Evidence-Based Interventions
Determining the Appropriate Intervention
Trauma-Focused Interventions
Integrated Approaches
Other Helpful Approaches
Review
Summary
Section 5: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributor
Resources
References
Subject Matter Expert: Lauren Quick-Graham, MSW, LCSW, LCAS, CCS
Lauren received her Master of Social Work degree from North Carolina State University in Raleigh. She has over 13 years of experience working in case management and counseling. She is a PhD student at North Carolina State University focusing on continuing professional education for adult learners. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist, and Certified Clinical Supervisor in North Carolina. She has worked in private practice, the Veterans Health Administration, and community-based organizations focusing on serving adults with an emphasis on trauma, addictions, chronic pain, and crisis intervention. She has extensive experience providing clinical supervision services to social workers and addiction professionals. Lauren joined Relias as a behavioral health content writer and subject matter expert in 2021.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Behavioral Health Counselors; Care and Case Managers; Marriage and Family Therapists; Nursing Personnel; Psychologists; Social Workers; Substance Use and Behavioral Disorder Counselors; in the following settings: Behavioral Health: Community Services.
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To earn continuing education credit for this course you must achieve a passing score of 80% on the post-test and complete the course evaluation.
Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.