Full Course List

M1 8 Practice Dimensions of Addiction Counselling

The 8 Practice Dimensions or Skillsets embody all the tasks and responsibilities of an addiction counsellor: a credible level of knowledge, skill, and competence for effective case management.

4 Hours - Online Distance Learning

M2 Counselling Techniques

Counselling techniques and overview of the three key areas of counselling: Individual, group and family counselling. Also covers effective leadership in group facilitation and mediation.

4 Hours - Online Distance Learning

M3 Addiction Theory Overview

This course covers everything an addiction professional should know: Collective of the most popular views from contributing fields, covering Bio, Psycho, Social and Spiritual manifestations.

2 Hours – Online Distance Learning

M4 Ethics and Legal Responsibilities

Covers ethics and professionalism, as well as legal responsibilities expected from an addiction professional.

2 Hours – Online Distance Learning

M5 Addiction Pharmacology

A breakdown of the different types of abused substances, as well as the common medications used in the treatment of addiction. Explores chemical makeup, effects, symptoms, tolerance, and withdrawal.

2 Hours – Online Distance Learning

M6 Detoxification in the Treatment Setting

Explores the procedure of detoxification in the treatment setting and the different types of withdrawal symptoms, durations of withdrawal that can be experienced, depending on the types of substances used, quantities and duration of abuse etc.

4 Hours - Online Distance Learning

M7 Treatment Modalities

Explores the different treatment modalities and approaches commonly used in treatment of addiction around the world.

2 Hours – Online Distance Learning

M8 Psychology Theory in Addiction Counselling

Covers many of the commonly used therapeutic approaches used in addiction counselling. Intermediate Level.

10 Hours - Online Distance Learning

M9 Clinical Supervision

The responsibilities and skills required to fulfil a leadership role within the clinical environment.

10 Hours - Online Distance Learning

M10 Crisis Intervention

Emergency psychological care aimed at assisting individuals in a crisis to restore them to a functional state and reduce risks or potential for psychological trauma.

4 Hours - Online Distance Learning

M11 Treatment of Co-occurring Disorders

Explores the common disorders associated with substance abuse, whether occurring in conjunction with addiction or induced by it.

4 Hours - Online Distance Learning

M12 Process and Behavioural Addictions

This course explores process or behavioural addictions, being addictions other than chemical addictions. e.g., sex, gambling, eating disorders etc.

2 Hours – Online Distance Learning

M13 Twelve Step Treatment

12 Step treatment when done correctly is still one of the most widely used and successful modalities in the treatment of all manifestations of addiction. This course explores the 12 steps and effective use of the 12-step program combined with other treatment resources.

4 Hours - Online Distance Learning

M14 Substance Abuse Family Therapy

Dealing with family issues through and after treatment of addiction. Helping the family to work through the damage caused by the addicts and the various dynamics involved.

5 Hours – Online Distance Learning

M15 Dealing with Addiction, Prevention, and Interventions

Overview for public of addiction and some of the family and community issues surrounding it, as well as prevention and intervention information and guidelines.

2 Hours – Online Distance Learning

M16 Addiction in South Africa

An overview of the types of drugs used in South Africa, statistics, and other demographics.

1 Hours – Online Distance Learning

M17 Substance Abuse Group Therapy

 In depth module covering substance abuse group therapy: Types of groups, concepts, placement criteria, techniques, leadership, training, and supervision.

11 Hours – Online Distance Learning

M18 Medication Assisted Treatment for Opioid Addiction

MAT overview, Pharmacology of medications used in opioid addiction treatment, Initial screening and assessment procedures, phases of treatment, associated medical problems and administrative considerations.

20 Hours – Online Distance Learning

M19 Comprehensive Case Management in Substance Abuse

Module covers substance abuse case management, taking into account the various areas of importance in ensuring comprehensive quality care.

6 Hours – Online Distance Learning

M20 Addressing Suicidal Thoughts and Behaviours in Substance Abuse Treatment

This module covers in depth suicide prevention and intervention methods for substance abuse professionals.

15 Hours – Online Distance Learning

M21 Matrix Outpatient Model

This module explores the highly successful, intensive outpatient structure known as the Matrix model.

12 Hours – Online Distance Learning

M22 Dealing with Substance Abuse in Schools

In this module we explore prevention and intervention strategies, substance abuse information, laws, and legislature for schools in dealing with pupils, addressing issues like drug testing, searches etc.

4 Hours – Online Distance Learning

M23 Dealing with Substance Abuse in the Workplace

In this module we explore prevention and intervention strategies, substance abuse information, laws, and legislature for dealing with employees in the workplace, addressing issues like drug testing, disciplinary, treatment referral and more.

4 Hours – Online Distance Learning

M24 Cultural Competence in Addiction Counselling

Module covers considerations in dealing with diverse cultures in treatment. Explores models for developing cultural competence, screening, and placement competencies, dealing with common issues.

20 Hours – Online Distance Learning

M25 Cognitive Behavioural Therapy in Addiction Counselling

Being one of the top evidence-based approaches used in addiction treatment, this module covers the foundations and practical application of CBT in substance abuse cases.

3 Hours – Online Distance Learning

M26 Dialectical Behaviour Therapy in Addiction Counselling

Being one of the top evidence-based approaches used in addiction treatment, this module covers the foundations and practical application of DBT in substance abuse cases.

3 Hours – Online Distance Learning

M27 Motivational Enhancement Therapy in Addiction Counselling

Being one of the top evidence-based approaches used in addiction treatment, this module covers the foundations and practical application of MET in substance abuse cases.

3 Hours – Online Distance Learning

M28 DSM 5 Overview for Addiction Counsellors

This module gives an overview of the most important sections of the DSM 5, covering the most common co-occurring disorders encountered in substance abuse treatment.

3 Hours – Online Distance Learning

M29 Substance Abuse Treatment for Persons with HIV/AIDS

Overview on HIV/AIDS, then explores many topics ranging from medical assessment, models, and barriers, how to integrate treatment services in substance abuse treatments, ethical issues.

20 Hours – Online Distance Learning

M30 Brief Interventions and Therapies in Substance Abuse Treatment

An in depth look at brief intervention strategies and therapies used in dealing with crisis in substance abuse treatment.

18 Hours – Online Distance Learning

M31 Neurobiology of Addiction

A conceptual structure for drug addiction that focuses on changes in reward system function that can lead to excessive drug intake provides a framework with which to identify the neurobiological and neuroadaptive mechanisms involved in the neurobiology of drug addiction.

3 Hours – Online Distance Learning

M32 Relapse Prevention

Relapse prevention is a systematic method of teaching recovering patients to recognize and manage relapse warning signs. Relapse prevention becomes the primary focus for patients who are unable to maintain abstinence from alcohol or drugs despite primary treatment.

4 Hours – Online Distance Learning

M33 Guide to Substance Abuse Services for Primary Care Clinicians

Comprehensive guide for substance abuse professionals who work specifically in a primary care environment.

10 Hours – Online Distance Learning

M34 Clinical Guidelines for the Use of Buprenorphine in the Treatment of Opioid Addiction

Clinical guidelines in the use of Buprenorphine, contained in Suboxone and Subutex, when treating opioid addiction.

10 Hours – Online Distance Learning

M35 Enhancing Motivation for Change in Substance Abuse Treatment

Helping clients overcome barriers and obstacles to undergoing treatment for substance abuse is the first and most difficult hurdle in the recovery process.

16 Hours – Online Distance Learning

M36 Peer Recovery Coaching

Peer recovery support is becoming a popular field amongst the recovering communities. This module gives an overview of the core functions and responsibilities of the PRC. Also covers preparation for the IC&RC CPRC Examination

2 Hours – Online Distance Learning

M37 Clinical Issues in Intensive Outpatient Treatment

This module covers some of the principles and guidelines to effective assessment and treatment in intensive outpatient structures.

20 Hours – Online Distance Learning

M38 Administrative Issues in Outpatient Treatment

Preparing a program to treat diverse clients, covering administrative issues such as cultural competence, documentation, program development, performance improvements and outcomes.

10 Hours – Online Distance Learning

M39 Treatment of Eating Disorders

This module covers treatment recommendations and planning, theory, nutrition, relapse prevention and strategies employed in eating disorder treatment.

2 Hours – Online Distance Learning

M40 Managing Depressive Disorders in Early Recovery

Managing depressive disorders in early recovery through screening and assessment strategies, cognitive and behavioural interventions, policies, procedures, and clinical issues.

12 Hours – Online Distance Learning

M41 Substance Use Disorder Treatment for People With Physical and Cognitive Disabilities

Diseases, disorders, and injuries, whether congenital or acquired, can have various effects on organs and body systems. This module explores guidelines in providing the most effective care when dealing with these obstacles.

6 Hours – Online Distance Learning

M42 Treatment of Adolescents with Substance Use Disorders

Adolescents have special needs and rights, not to mention ethical dilemmas to deal with in threating substance abuse. This module covers screening issues and treatment planning when dealing with adolescents.

8 Hours – Online Distance Learning

M43 Trauma Informed Care

Course for behavioural health service providers, prevention specialists, and program administrators—the professionals directly responsible for providing care to trauma survivors across behavioural health settings, including substance abuse and mental health services. This module also targets primary care professionals

15Hours – Online Distance Learning

M44 Gender Responsive Treatment for Women

This module explores a biopsychosociocultural framework based on clinical practice and research centred on women. By placing emphasis on the importance of context, many topics examine the role of factors that influence women’s substance use from initiation of use to engagement of continuing care treatment services, i.e., relationships, gender socialization, and culture.

15 Hours – Zoom Lecture and Online Distance Learning