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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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    University of Colorado System

    Palliative Care: It's Not Just Hospice Anymore

    Skills you'll gain: Pain Management, Patient Communication, Hospice, Patient-centered Care, Caregiving, Patient Evaluation, Active Listening, Basic Patient Care, Psychosocial Assessments, Treatment Planning, Healthcare Ethics, Respiratory Care, Communication Strategies, Respiratory Therapy, Empathy, Patient Education and Support, Self-Awareness, Care Management, Health Assessment, Communication

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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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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    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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    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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    National Academy of Sports Medicine

    Psychology of Weight Loss

    Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Nutrition and Diet, Resilience, Overcoming Obstacles, Mental and Behavioral Health, Health And Wellness Coaching, Psychology, Dealing With Ambiguity, Self-Discipline

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Arizona

    Customer-Focused Entrepreneurship: Insights & Recovery

    Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Surveys, Customer Relationship Building, Team Oriented, Customer Insights, Team Collaboration, User Feedback, Team Building, Customer Service, Customer experience improvement, Customer Analysis, Customer Engagement, Customer Retention, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Customer experience strategy (CX), Relationship Management, Drive Engagement, Analysis, Entrepreneurship, Business Strategy

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    American Psychological Association

    Eating-Related Disorders and Disorders of Sleep

    Skills you'll gain: Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Behavioral Health, Psychiatry, Nutrition and Diet, Mental and Behavioral Health, Mental Health, Clinical Psychology, Psychology, Psychological Evaluations, Psychosocial Assessments, Patient Evaluation, Cultural Diversity, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mental Health Therapies, Health Education, Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Pharmacotherapy, Patient Treatment, Clinical Assessment

    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

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    161 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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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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    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    الإسعافات الأولية النفسية 2.0 مترجم للعربية

    Skills you'll gain: Stress First Aid, Pediatric First Aid, Emergency Services, First Aid, Emergency Medical Services, Developmental Disabilities, Psychosocial Assessments, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Caregiving, Safety and Security, Mental Health, Resilience, Family Support

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad de Palermo

    Introduction to ADHD: What It Is and How It’s Treated

    Skills you'll gain: Autism Spectrum Disorders, Clinical Psychology, Psychiatry, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Mental and Behavioral Health, Developmental Disabilities, Disabilities, Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Behavioral Health, Neurology, Patient Treatment, Behavioral Management, Diagnostic Tests, Psychological Evaluations, Working With Children

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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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, Home Health Care and Assisted Living, Nursing Homes, Dignity in Care, Home Health Care, Mental and Behavioral Health, Psychosocial Assessments, Care Management, Substance Abuse, Care Coordination, Patient-centered Care, Diversity Awareness, Informed Consent, Behavior Management, Needs Assessment, Decision Making, Relationship Building

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Palliative Care: It's Not Just Hospice Anymore: University of Colorado System
  • Less Stress, Better Health: American Psychological Association
  • Mental Health Essentials: Mood, Eating, Sleep, and Stress: American Psychological Association
  • Gain Self Discipline, Willpower, Self-Control And Resilience: Alex Genadinik
  • Psychology of Weight Loss: National Academy of Sports Medicine
  • Customer-Focused Entrepreneurship: Insights & Recovery: University of Arizona
  • Eating-Related Disorders and Disorders of Sleep: American Psychological Association
  • Introduction to Drug Hunting: Novartis
  • Myocardial Infarction: University of Zurich
  • الإسعافات الأولية النفسية 2.0 مترجم للعربية: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

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