Description
Substance use disorder is a complex issue that can have a devastating impact on the clients you serve. As a social worker, you play a vital role in helping people with substance use disorders seek and receive the treatment they need. Effective treatment of those with substance use disorders requires a fundamental knowledge of the various substances that could be used by current or potential clients.
Awareness of chemical compounds is the first step in treating a population that uses drugs and alcohol in a destructive way. In this course, participants will begin their journey of developing an understanding of substance use disorders by being introduced to drug categories, the diagnosis of a substance use disorder, the actions of drugs, and the regulation and classification of illicit substances.
