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This course addresses substance use and the specific needs of women diagnosed with substance use disorder (SUD). Differences in physiology and their ramifications are discussed, as well as demographic comparisons of substance use between men and women. The course covers substance use and pregnancy, focusing on risks to the pregnancy and neonatal abstinence syndrome (NAS) and includes a section on sex and gender differences in treating substance use disorders, emphasizing on differences in screening, assessment, withdrawal, and relapse.
This course is designed to educate learners about the specific needs of women with respect to diagnosing, assessing, and treating substance use disorders.

Individuals affected by a substance use disorder frequently encounter relapse during the treatment and recovery process. Stigma surrounding relapse is receding, and relapse is now more commonly viewed as a potential part of recovery. This course reviews substance use disorders and the recovery process, particularly the risk for relapse. After introducing the concept of relapse, the three types of relapse – emotional relapse, mental relapse, and physical relapse – are discussed in detail. Risk factors for relapse are addressed before transitioning to strategies for treatment and prevention.
This course is designed to teach healthcare professionals about relapse and strategies for preventing it.

The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) is published by the American Psychiatric Association (APA) and is considered the “gold standard” for diagnosing mental disorders in the United States. The DSM is intended to provide objective assessment of symptoms across a variety of clinical settings in concise, explicit language. The DSM is utilized not only by psychiatrists, but other health professionals, social workers, and even legal specialists and researchers. This course provides an overview of the DSM-5, including details about planning and publication, as well as details regarding the manual’s organization and contents.
This course is designed to familiarize clinicians and other learners with the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition, the standard classification for diagnosing mental disorders in the United States.

This course is designed for healthcare professionals seeking to enhance their understanding of standing orders in urgent care settings. Standing orders are pre-approved protocols that authorize nurses and other healthcare staff to carry out specific medical procedures without direct physician supervision. They are crucial for streamlining patient care, ensuring timely interventions, and maintaining efficiency in fast-paced environments. This course will cover the purpose and scope of standing orders and the importance of adhering to evidence-based practices.

This course is tailored for healthcare professionals in urgent care settings, focusing on identifying high-risk patients and ensuring they receive comprehensive assessment and care. High-risk patients are those who present with conditions that could potentially lead to serious complications or require immediate attention. The course will delve into the criteria for determining high-risk status, including signs of deteriorating health, complex comorbidities, and potential for rapid escalation. Participants will learn about the urgent care team’s responsibilities, which encompass thorough assessment, prompt treatment, meticulous documentation, and timely referrals when necessary. The course will emphasize the importance of clear communication among team members, accurate record-keeping, and the development of a coordinated care plan to address the patient’s needs effectively.

In this course, we will review the practical application of the Civil Rights Act, including legal protections to encourage reporting and prohibit retaliation. The course will engage the learner by demonstrating how the Civil Rights Act evolved to address the modern complexities of discrimination from the perspective of the employee and employer. The course will include brief situational knowledge checks to help managers and employees gain an understanding of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act and additional laws that have been enacted to address modern forms of discrimination on the basis of disability or special need, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, and ethnicity, among other factors.

This course explores the critical importance of documentation in behavioral and mental health settings, emphasizing strategies for creating and maintaining high-quality patient records. Key aspects include adhering to documentation standards (FACT: Factual, Accurate, Complete, Timely) and employing electronic health records (EHR) with integrated mental health assessment modules for efficient, standardized patient assessment and documentation. Accurate and comprehensive documentation not only supports effective treatment and client care but also safeguards therapists legally and professionally.

This course provides an overview of fraud, waste and abuse in behavioral and mental health care settings. The course orients the learner to these concepts by providing practical examples and case scenarios for each, and provides an overview of applicable legal and widely utilized organizational policies to prevent fraud, waste and abuse. This course aligns with CMS guidance for preventing Fraud, Waste and Abuse, but does not cover all required training topics for Medicaid and Medicare Providers.

This course provides essential insights into fire safety for outpatient healthcare facilities. It explores the common causes of fires and prevention strategies to minimize risks. Additionally, learners will identify action steps to be taken in case of a fire, recognize different fire suppression systems, and grasp considerations for patient evacuation.