Hallucinogens, Cannabis, Designer and Alternative Drugs

SWCE1005 - Hallucinogens, Cannabis, Designer and Alternative Drugs

Micro-Course | 3 Continuing Education Hours | Estimated 3-Hour Workload

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$45.00
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Description

Hallucinogens, cannabis, designer drugs, and alternative drugs are a diverse group of substances that can produce a variety of effects on users. As a social worker, you may encounter clients affected by or struggling with substance use disorder related to these diverse substances.

In this micro-course, you will study substance use disorders of the drug categories of hallucinogens, cannabis, designer drugs, and alternative drugs. You will learn to categorize and distinguish between these various substances, including their chemical compounds and the effects they have on the user’s mind and body. You will also explore the impact of these substances on the individuals using them and their families and communities.

What You Will Learn

Upon successful completion of this micro-course, you will be able to:

  • Identify the significant categories of addictive substances: hallucinogens, cannabis, designer drugs, and alternative drugs
  • Describe widely used hallucinogens, cannabis, designer drugs, and alternative drugs
  • Identify forms of use, potential effects of use, and potential consequences of use of hallucinogens, cannabis, designer drugs, and alternative drugs

Eligibility

  • Must be 18 or older

Refund Policy

You will have 24 hours, or until you receive your completion certificate, to request a full refund after purchase, whichever comes first. No hidden fees. All books and materials are included with purchase.

Faculty Bio

Accreditation Statement

Walden University’s Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) and Master of Social Work (MSW) programs are accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE), a specialized accrediting body recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). CSWE’s Commission on Accreditation is responsible for developing standards that define competent preparation for professional social workers and ensuring that social work programs meet these standards.


Criteria for obtaining Continuing Education Hours

This professional development course offers content that includes overviews and descriptions, engagement activities, resources, and a final assessment that can be taken as many times as needed to pass. Within 180 days of the course purchase date, follow these steps to claim your hours:

  1. Complete all course content,
  2. Achieve 80% or higher for the final assessment,
  3. Complete the end of course evaluation, and
  4. Download and print or save your certificate.

ADA Accommodation Statement

If you need accommodations, please e-mail [email protected].

Features

Interactive and Engaging Content

Interactive and Engaging Content

Learn through visual, interactive, and scenario-based learning components.

Flexible Learning

Flexible Learning

Review professional development content at your own pace to accommodate your busy schedule.

Awards

Certificate for Continuing Education Hours

Certificate for Continuing Education Hours

$45.00
How To Enroll?
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  • feature icon Professional Development
  • feature icon Advanced
  • feature icon 3 Continuing Education Hours
  • feature icon Estimated 3-Hour Workload
  • feature icon Self-Paced
  • feature icon Accessible for 180 days

How to enroll?

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  • 3Register for course
  • 4Make payment and submit application
  • 5Start learning
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Who is this for

  • Licensed Social Workers

Learners are responsible for consulting with the appropriate licensing, credentialing, or certifying authority; local school district; employer; or other organization to determine whether a course will be accepted by that organization. Walden does not guarantee acceptance by any third party for any specific purpose.