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- Master’s Level Certified Addiction Professional (MCAP) Course – 161hrs
Curriculum
- 6 Sections
- 144 Lessons
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- Domain 1: Understanding Addiction - 45 hoursOverview: Understanding Addiction is designed to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of addiction and substance use disorders, including their medical, psychological, social, and cultural dimensions. Participants will explore the symptoms, effects, and impacts of substance use disorders, as well as methods for differentiation from other medical and mental health conditions. Emphasis will be placed on pharmacological properties, recovery-oriented systems of care, and the social determinants influencing addiction.25
- 1.11. History of Drug Use (6 hours)
- 1.2Module 1: Overview of the history of licit and illicit drug use (3 hours)
- 1.3Module 2: Historical perspectives on drug policies, regulations, and interventions (3 hours)
- 1.42. Symptoms of Substance Use Disorders and Co-occurring Conditions (7 hours)
- 1.5Module 1: Identification of symptoms of substance use disorders (2 hours)
- 1.6Module 2: Understanding how these symptoms may overlap with other medical or mental health conditions (1 hour)
- 1.7Module 3: Interactions between substance use disorders and co-occurring medical and mental health conditions (1 hour)
- 1.83. Medical and Mental Health Conditions Associated with Addiction/Substance Use Disorders (7 hours)
- 1.9Module 1: Overview of medical and mental health conditions commonly co-occurring with addiction/substance use disorders (2 hours)
- 1.10Module 2: Understanding the complexity of dual diagnosis and its implications for treatment (2 hours)
- 1.114. Differentiating Substance Use Disorders from Other Conditions (6 hours)
- 1.12Module 1: Methods for distinguishing substance use disorders from other medical or mental health conditions (1.5 hours)
- 1.13Module 2: Diagnostic criteria and assessment tools for identifying substance use disorders (1.5 hours)
- 1.145. Pharmacological Properties of Psychoactive Substances (3 hours)
- 1.15Module 1: Fundamental concepts of how psychoactive substances affect the brain and body (1.5 hours)
- 1.16Module 2: Classification of psychoactive substances based on their pharmacological properties effects of different psychoactive substances on behavior and cognition (1.5 hours)
- 1.176. Continuum of Drug Use (4 hours)
- 1.18Module 1: Understanding the stages of drug use: initiation, intoxication, harmful use, abuse, dependence, withdrawal, craving, relapse, and recovery (2 hours)
- 1.19Module 2: Factors influencing progression along the continuum of drug use (2 hours)
- 1.207. Recovery-Oriented Systems of Care (ROSC) (7 hours)
- 1.21Module 1: Principles and components of recovery-oriented systems of care (1.5 hours)
- 1.22Module 2: Strategies for implementing ROSC in addiction treatment settings (1.5 hours)
- 1.238. Varying Courses of Addiction (8 hours)
- 1.24Module 1: Exploration of different trajectories of addiction development and recovery (4 hours)
- 1.25Module 2: Factors influencing the course of addiction, including genetics, environment, and individual characteristics ( 4 hours)
- Domain 2: Treatment Knowledge - 45 hoursOverview: This section focuses on preparing participants for practical application in addiction counseling practice and enhancing their professional readiness. This domain covers a wide range of topics essential for effective counseling practice, including crisis intervention, ethical decision-making, counseling techniques, laws governing confidentiality, leadership skills, and self-care practices.31
- 2.11. Crisis Intervention/Verbal De-escalation (4 hours)
- 2.2Module 1: Crisis Assessment Techniques (2 hours)
- 2.3Module 2: Verbal De-escalation Strategies (2 hours)
- 2.42. Ethics and Ethical Decision-making (4 hours)
- 2.5Module 1: Ethical Principles in Addiction Counseling (2 hours)
- 2.6Module 2: Ethical Decision-making Models (2 hours)
- 2.73. Individual, Group, and Family Counseling Techniques (4 hours)
- 2.8Module 1: Individual Counseling Approaches (2 hours)
- 2.9Module 2: Group Counseling Dynamics and Facilitation Skills (1 hour)
- 2.10Module 3: Family Counseling Interventions (1 hour)
- 2.114. Trauma-informed Care (2 hours)
- 2.12Module 1: Understanding the Impact of Trauma on Addiction (1 hour)
- 2.13Module 2: Trauma-informed Approaches to Counseling (1 hour)
- 2.145. Laws Governing Privacy, Confidentiality, and HIPAA (4 hours)
- 2.15Module 1: Overview of Privacy and Confidentiality Laws (2 hours)
- 2.16Module 2: HIPAA Compliance in Addiction Counseling Settings (2 hours)
- 2.176. Medication-Assisted Treatment (2 hours)
- 2.18Module 1: Overview of Medication-assisted Treatment Options (1 hour)
- 2.19Module 2: Integration of Medication-assisted Treatment into Counseling Practice (1 hour)
- 2.207. Models of Treatment (6 hours)
- 2.21Module 1: Overview of Treatment Modalities (2 hours)
- 2.22Module 2: Integrative Approaches to Treatment Planning (2 hours)
- 2.238. Special Population Needs/Cultural Competence (5 hours)
- 2.24Module 1: Understanding Cultural Diversity and its Impact on Treatment (1.5 hours)
- 2.25Module 2: Tailoring Treatment Approaches for Special Populations (1.5 hours)
- 2.269. Wellness, Alternative Therapies, Nutrition (10 hours)
- 2.27Module 1: Holistic Approaches to Wellness in Addiction Recovery (2 hours)
- 2.28Module 2: Nutrition and its Impact on Mental Health and Addiction (2 hours)
- 2.2910. Self-care (4 hours)
- 2.30Module 1: Importance of Self-care for Addiction Counselors (2 hours)
- 2.31Module 2: Burnout Prevention and Resilience-building Strategies (2 hours)
- Domain 3: Application Practice – 20 HoursOverview: Application Practice focuses on applying theoretical knowledge and counseling techniques to real-world scenarios in addiction counseling practice. Participants will learn about established diagnostic criteria, placement criteria, treatment services, and helping strategies. Additionally, participants will explore cultural considerations, crisis management principles, and screening and assessment methods relevant to addiction counseling.20
- 3.11. Established Diagnostic and Placement Criteria (3 hours)
- 3.2Module 1: Understanding current DSM and ICD standards (1.5 hours)
- 3.3Module 2: Evaluating strengths and limitations of diagnostic and placement criteria (1.5 hours)
- 3.42. Continuum of Treatment Services and Activities (2 hours)
- 3.5Module 1: Overview of treatment services and activities across the continuum of care (2 hours)
- 3.63. Helping Strategies in Addiction Counseling (4 hours)
- 3.7Module 1: Utilizing evaluation methods and motivational interviewing (1 hour)
- 3.8Module 2: Involving family and significant others in treatment (1 hour)
- 3.9Module 3: Exploring mutual-help and self-help programs (1 hour)
- 3.10Module 4: Comparing coerced and voluntary care models (30 mins)
- 3.11Module 5: Implementing brief and longer-term interventions (30 mins)
- 3.124. Cultural Considerations in Counseling Practice (3 hours)
- 3.13Module 1: Recognizing cultural norms and communication styles (1.5 hours)
- 3.14Module 2: Implementing culturally sensitive counseling strategies (1.5 hours)
- 3.155. Crisis Management in Addiction Counseling (5 hours)
- 3.16Module 1: Identifying crisis features and providing crisis case management (2 hours)
- 3.17Module 2: Utilizing available resources for assistance (2 hours)
- 3.186. Substance Use Screening and Assessment Methods (3 hours)
- 3.19Module 1: Conducting substance use screenings and assessments (1.5 hours)
- 3.20Module 2: Considering cultural factors in assessment practices (1.5 hours)
- Domain 4: Professional Readiness – 20 hoursOverview: Professional Readiness equips participants with the necessary skills and knowledge to operate ethically and effectively in addiction counseling practice. Participants will learn about professional ethics, culturally sensitive assessment and intervention methods, care coordination, and relevant legislation. Additionally, they will explore counseling methods tailored to culturally diverse groups and individuals with disabilities, as well as environmental strategies for prevention campaigns.21
- 4.11. Professional Ethics (6 hours)
- 4.2Module 1: Ethical Principles in Addiction Counseling (3 hours)
- 4.3Module 2: Ethical Decision-making Models (3 hours)
- 4.43. Care Coordination (2 hours)
- 4.5Module 1: Fostering Interdisciplinary Collaboration in Addiction Treatment! (1 hour)
- 4.6Module 2: Referral Processes and Community Resources (1 hour)
- 4.74. Counseling Methods for Diverse Groups and Disabilities (3 hours)
- 4.8Module 1: Tailoring counseling approaches to meet the needs of culturally diverse groups and individuals with disabilities. (1.5 hours)
- 4.9Module 2: Incorporating principles of cultural humility and responsiveness into counseling practice (1.5 hours)
- 4.105. Environmental Strategies and Prevention Campaigns (2 hours)
- 4.11Module 1: Designing and implementing prevention campaigns targeting substance use disorders. (1 hour)
- 4.12Module 2: Utilizing environmental strategies to promote healthy behaviors. (1 hour)
- 4.136. Confidentiality and Exceptions (2 hours)
- 4.14Module 1: Understanding confidentiality rules and exceptions in crisis or dangerous situations (1 hour)
- 4.15Module 2: Upholding client rights while ensuring safety and well-being. (1 hour)
- 4.167. Information Resources and Legislation (2 hours)
- 4.17Module 1: Accessing information and resources on diverse cultures, lifestyles, and disabilities (1 hour)
- 4.18Module 2: Understanding relevant legislation, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (1 hour)
- 4.198. Crisis Management and Response (2 hours)
- 4.20Module 1: Recognizing and responding to crises or dangerous situations in addiction counseling practice (1 hour)
- 4.21Module 1: Mastering Crisis Assessment Techniques! (1 hour)
- Domain 5: Clinical Supervision – 16 HoursOverview: This section focuses on developing the knowledge and skills necessary for effective case management and referral processes in addiction counseling settings. Participants will learn how to advocate for clients, coordinate services, and make appropriate referrals to community resources while ensuring confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA regulations.26
- 5.11. Advocacy/Liaison Activities (3 hours)
- 5.2Module 1: Understanding the role of advocacy and liaison activities in addiction counseling (1.5 hours)
- 5.3Module 2: Ethical considerations in advocacy and liaison roles (1.5 hours)
- 5.42. Case Management (2 hours)
- 5.5Module 1: Overview of case management principles and techniques (1 hour)
- 5.6Module 2: Strategies for effective case management (1 hour)
- 5.73. Confidentiality/HIPAA Issues with Referrals (1 hours)
- 5.8Module 1: Review of confidentiality and HIPAA regulations related to referrals (20 mins)
- 5.9Module 2: Managing confidentiality in the referral process (20 mins)
- 5.10Module 3: Appropriate documentation and communication practices to maintain client privacy (20 mins)
- 5.114. Consultation (2 hours)
- 5.12Module 1: Introduction to consultation processes in addiction counseling (30 mins)
- 5.13Module 2: Consulting with colleagues or interdisciplinary teams (30 mins)
- 5.145. Continuum of Care/Placement (1 hours)
- 5.15Module 1: Understanding the continuum of care in addiction treatment (30 mins)
- 5.16Module 2: Placement criteria and levels of care (30 mins)
- 5.176. Making Referrals (2 hours)
- 5.18Module 1: Making effective referrals to community resources and specialized services (30 mins)
- 5.19Module 2: Barriers to successful referrals and strategies for overcoming them (30 mins)
- 5.207. Referral Outcome/Evaluation (3 hours)
- 5.21Module 1: Strategies for evaluating referral outcomes and tracking client progress. (20 mins)
- 5.22Module 2: Data collection methods and tools for assessing the effectiveness of referrals. (20 mins)
- 5.23Module 3: Developing referral outcome evaluation plans (20 mins)
- 5.248. Service/Care Coordination/Collaboration (2 hours)
- 5.25Module 1: Importance of service coordination and collaboration in addiction treatment (30 mins)
- 5.26Module 2: Building effective partnerships and interdisciplinary collaboration (30 mins)
- Domain 6: Electives – 15 hoursOverview: This section focuses providing participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to conduct comprehensive clinical evaluations of individuals with substance use disorders (SUDs) and co-occurring mental health conditions. Participants will learn various assessment instruments, procedures, and techniques to evaluate clients' addiction severity, readiness for treatment, and risk factors. Additionally, this domain covers diagnostic criteria, motivational interviewing techniques, and screening procedures for substance use and behavioral addictions.22
- 6.11. Advanced Counseling Techniques (3 hours)
- 6.2Module 1: Expanding counseling skills through advanced techniques and interventions (1.5 mins)
- 6.3Module 2: Addressing complex issues in addiction counseling practice (1.5 mins)
- 6.42. Trauma-Informed Care (4 hours)
- 6.5Module 1: Understanding the impact of trauma on substance use disorders (2 hour)
- 6.6Module 2: Implementing trauma-informed approaches in addiction counseling (2 hour)
- 6.73. Dual Diagnosis and Co-Occurring Disorders (2 hours)
- 6.8Module 1: Common co-occurring disorders (e.g., mental illness, HIV, developmental disabilities) (2.5 hours)(1 hour)
- 6.9Module 2: Integrating treatment approaches for dual diagnosis clients (1 hour)
- 6.104. Group Therapy Techniques (2 hours)
- 6.11Module 1: Facilitating effective group therapy sessions for individuals with substance use disorders (1 hour)
- 6.12Module 2: Addressing group dynamics and challenges in addiction counseling groups (1 hour)
- 6.135. Crisis Intervention Strategies (2 hours)
- 6.14Module 1: Developing skills in crisis intervention and management in addiction counseling settings (1 hour)
- 6.15Module 2: Responding effectively to crisis situations to ensure client safety and well-being (1 hour)
- 6.166. Motivational Interviewing (1 hours)
- 6.17Module 1: Enhancing proficiency in motivational interviewing techniques (30 mins)
- 6.18Module 2: Using motivational interviewing to promote behavior change in clients with substance use disorders (30 mins)
- 6.197. Supervision and Leadership in Addiction Counseling (1 hours)
- 6.20Module 1: Developing leadership skills and competencies for supervising counselors in addiction treatment settings (30 mins)
- 6.21Module 2: Understanding the role of supervision in supporting professional development and ensuring quality care (30 mins)
- 6.22Master Certified Addiction Professional Domain 1-5 Quiz20 Questions