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Embrace the challenge of understanding the psychological effects of addiction with our Addiction Psychology course!
This course explores the psychological aspects of addiction as well as the various treatments available. You'll learn about the various types of addiction, such as substance abuse and behavioural addictions, and how they affect individuals, families, and society. Moreover, get acquainted with the role of counselling and therapy in helping people overcome addiction, as well as the legal and ethical implications of providing addiction services.
Additionally, this course will also cover a wide range of topics, including psychological assessment and diagnosis, psychotherapy and behavioural interventions, pharmacological treatments, group therapy, and family systems. You will also learn how to diagnose and treat addiction, as well as support and guidance to individuals and families affected by addiction.
Moreover, we intended to provide you with the knowledge and skills necessary to work effectively in the field of addiction psychology. Therefore, we try to teach you about the various approaches to addiction treatment and gain a better understanding of the psychological and social consequences of addiction.
So, enrol right now to learn about all these mentioned topics.
Learning Outcomes
Understand the psychological theories underlying addiction and its effects on individuals, families, and society as a whole.
Gain an understanding of how addiction counselling can aid in reducing the harm caused by drug and alcohol use.
Understand the physical and mental health care needs of people who are addicted and be able to identify appropriate care pathways.
Improve interpersonal and communication skills required for effective addiction counselling.
Critically assess the ethical considerations associated with working with addicts.
Gain skills in assessing, intervening and managing addiction problems in a variety of settings.
Demonstrate knowledge of relapse prevention strategies related to addiction.
Key Features of the Course :
Accredited by CPD
Instant e-certificate
Fully online, interactive course with audio voiceover
Developed by qualified professionals in the field
Self-paced learning and laptop, tablet, smartphone-friendly
24/7 Learning Assistance
Discounts on bulk purchases
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To become successful in your profession, you must have a specific set of skills to succeed in today's competitive world. In this in-depth Addiction Psychology training course, you will develop the most in-demand skills to kickstart your career, as well as upgrade your existing knowledge & skills.
The curriculum of the course has been designed by experts with years of experience behind them which is extremely dynamic and well-paced to help you understand the subject matter with ease.
The curriculum outline of our course is as follows:
About
Theories of Addiction
Addiction Treatments
Addiction in Society
Addiction in Families
Working with Addiction
Accreditation
All of our courses, including this course, are fully accredited, providing you with up-to-date skills and knowledge and helping you to become more competent and effective in your chosen field.
Certification
Once you've successfully completed your course, you will immediately be sent a digital certificate. Also, you can have your printed certificate delivered by post (shipping cost £3.99). Our certifications have no expiry dates, although we do recommend that you renew them every 12 months.
10 CPD hours / points Accredited by CPD Quality Standards
People who should take Addiction Psychology courses include professionals in the fields of psychology, counselling, health, and care. This includes psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, mental health counsellors, addiction counsellors, and health care professionals.
No prior degree or experience is required to enroll in this course.
People in this sector tend to pursue their careers in the following professions
Addiction Counsellor
Substance Abuse Counsellor
Mental Health Counsellor
Social and Community Service Workers
Prevention Specialist
The salary range for Addiction Psychology professions in the UK is typically between £30,000 and £60,000 per annum.
Certificate of completion
Digital certificate - Included
Certificate of completion
Hard copy certificate - Included
You will get the hard copy certificates for Free! The delivery charge of the hard copy certificate inside the UK is £3.99 each.
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