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Addiction Courses

Addiction courses can help you learn about the psychological and physiological aspects of addiction, treatment modalities, and prevention strategies. You can build skills in conducting assessments, developing intervention plans, and applying motivational interviewing techniques. Many courses introduce tools such as screening instruments and recovery management software, that support tracking progress and supporting individuals in their recovery journey.

Popular Addiction Courses and Certifications


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    American Psychological Association

    Eating, Sleep, Trauma, and Somatic Symptom Disorders

    Skills you'll gain: Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Mental Health, Clinical Psychology, Advocacy, Patient Communication, Trauma Care, Behavioral Health, Psychiatry, Nutrition and Diet, Psychiatric Assessments, Community Health, Mental Health Therapies, Mental and Behavioral Health, Psychology, Cultural Diversity, Psychotherapy, Health Education, Psychological Evaluations, Clinical Research, Physiology

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    American Psychological Association

    Discover Yourself, Build Relationships, and Navigate Groups

    Skills you'll gain: Self-Awareness, Self-Discipline, Relationship Building, Personal Development, Psychology, Relationship Management, Self-Motivation, Culture, Emotional Intelligence, Cultural Sensitivity, Behavior Management, Rapport Building, Decision Making, Goal Setting, Motivational Skills, Social Sciences, Social Studies, Sociology, Interpersonal Communications, Decision Intelligence

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Alex Genadinik

    Gain Self Discipline, Willpower, Self-Control And Resilience

    Skills you'll gain: Self-Discipline, Time Management, Stress Management, Resilience, Productivity, Personal Development, Decisiveness, Mindfulness, Behavioral Management

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    American Psychological Association

    Less Stress, Better Health

    Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Resilience, Mental Health, Physiology, Psychology, Scientific Methods, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Immunology

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Zurich

    Myocardial Infarction

    Skills you'll gain: Cardiology, Electocardiography, Acute Care, Chronic Diseases, Rehabilitation, Diagnostic Tests, Hemodynamics, Anatomy, Preventative Care, Neurology, Behavioral Health, Physiology, Pharmacotherapy

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Novartis

    Introduction to Drug Hunting

    Skills you'll gain: Pre-Clinical Development, Clinical Trials, Pharmacology, Drug Development, Clinical Research, Pharmaceuticals, Competitive Intelligence, Medical Science and Research, Pharmaceutical Terminology, Safety Assurance, Biotechnology, Biochemistry

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    University of Manchester

    Industrial Biotechnology

    Skills you'll gain: Biotechnology, Biological Engineering, Sustainable Technologies, Process Engineering, Molecular Biology, Chemical Engineering, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Sustainable Engineering, Life Sciences, Biochemistry, Pharmaceuticals, Manufacturing and Production, Materials science, Medical Science and Research, Drug Development, Process Analysis, Scalability

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Toronto

    Knowledge and Skills for Dementia Care: the SSLD Approach

    Skills you'll gain: Gerontology, Long Term Care, Geriatrics, Caregiving, Nursing Homes, Dignity in Care, Home Health Care, Mental and Behavioral Health, Psychosocial Assessments, Behavioral Management, Substance Abuse, Patient-centered Care, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Responsiveness, Informed Consent, Behavior Management, Needs Assessment

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    American Psychological Association

    Mental Health Essentials: Mood, Eating, Sleep, and Stress

    Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Mental Health, Mental Health Therapies, Psychological Evaluations, Behavioral Health, Clinical Psychology, Nutrition and Diet, Patient Evaluation, Culture, Cultural Sensitivity, Psychosocial Assessments, Social Determinants Of Health, Health Promotion, Immunology, Crisis Intervention, Health Education, Science and Research, Patient Treatment, Clinical Assessment

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    The University of Hong Kong

    Implant Dentistry

    Skills you'll gain: Dental Procedures, Dentistry, Treatment Planning, Surgical Suturing, Periodontology, Oral and Dental Care, Patient Evaluation, Patient Treatment, Surgery, Oral Health, Medical Equipment and Technology, Biology, Radiology, Risk Analysis

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    University of Lausanne

    Doping : Sports, Organizations and Sciences

    Skills you'll gain: Laboratory Testing, Analytical Testing, Legal Proceedings, Substance Abuse, Culture, Social Sciences, Sociology, Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Arbitration, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Michigan State University

    Reign of Pain

    Skills you'll gain: Pain Management, Mental and Behavioral Health Specialties, Neurology, Chronic Diseases, Compassion, Stress Management, Clinical Psychology, Psychotherapy, Patient Education and Support, Mental Health Therapies, Patient Evaluation, Psychological Evaluations, Clinical Assessment

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular addiction courses

  • Eating, Sleep, Trauma, and Somatic Symptom Disorders: American Psychological Association
  • Discover Yourself, Build Relationships, and Navigate Groups: American Psychological Association
  • Gain Self Discipline, Willpower, Self-Control And Resilience: Alex Genadinik
  • Less Stress, Better Health: American Psychological Association
  • Myocardial Infarction: University of Zurich
  • Introduction to Drug Hunting: Novartis
  • Industrial Biotechnology: University of Manchester
  • Knowledge and Skills for Dementia Care: the SSLD Approach: University of Toronto
  • Mental Health Essentials: Mood, Eating, Sleep, and Stress: American Psychological Association
  • Implant Dentistry: The University of Hong Kong

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