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Addiction & Mental Health (Dual Diagnosis) Advanced Diploma
Accredited by CPD UK 
Interactive Video Training 
Lifetime Access 
Duration: 5 Hours 
Recognised Certificate 
Tutor Support This course is a comprehensive program designed to provide an in-depth understanding of the complexities surrounding addiction and mental health issues, particularly in cases of dual diagnosis. This advanced course goes beyond the basics and equips you with specialised skills and knowledge to address Addiction & Mental Health problems.
This Course At A Glance
- Understand the effects of drugs on individuals
- Understand how human behaviour is associated with Addiction
- Know how addictions and mental health are co-related
- Demonstrate self-awareness and professionalism about addiction and mental health
- Know how to minimise harm
- Acquire knowledge about optimal health
- Demonstrate and understand how the brain works in such cases
- Acquire knowledge about neuropsychology
- Demonstrate the effective use of the trauma model
- Know how to use some key techniques to treat addiction
- Acquire knowledge about the brief and early intervention
- Understand how the tripod of support works
- Know how to support an individual suffering from addiction or poor mental health
Addiction & Mental Health (Dual Diagnosis) Advanced Diploma Overview
This Addictions and Mental Health Courses will equip you with the skills and knowledge you need to help and treat those who are struggling with addiction and mental illness. This course is ideal for both beginners and those who are presently employed as mental health support workers, clinicians, or counsellors. This course covers the essential components of addictions and mental health concerns, as well as promotion and prevention, harm minimisation, and social therapy techniques.
You will acquire the required information, skills, and abilities that front-line professionals and supervisors need, to provide responsive and effective substance use disorder treatment and mental health services to persons while fostering empowerment, self-determination, and high quality of life. This course also discusses the trauma model, neuropsychology, as well as the effects of substance abuse on individuals.
The rising global burden of alcohol and drug addiction is making headlines practically every day, wreaking havoc on communities’ economies and social structures. In today’s environment, a wide range of young people are being addicted to alcohol and drugs, thus having an increasing demand for coordinated care provided by specialists who are knowledgeable and skilled in treating addiction and supervising mental health. This Addictions and Mental Health Courses is the perfect way to kickstart one of the most challenging and rewarding careers in health care and provide assistance to reduce addiction and improve mental health.
Upon successful completion of this course, you will gain expertise to help people overcome addiction in order to live a healthier life and also develop skills to effectively address mental health.
Who should take this course?
This Addictions and Mental Health Courses is primarily aimed at:
- Front-line counsellors
- Addition Counsellor
- Psychologist
- Crisis Counsellor
- Case Manager
- Housing Support Workers
- Mental Health Promotion Workers
- Occupational Therapists
- Personal Support Workers
- Students of Psychology
- Rehab support worker
- Mental Health Counsellor
- Anyone who works in a mental health care setting
This course, on the other hand, is not restricted to a specific profession or field of study. It may also benefit a broader group of people who want to learn more about addiction and mental health in order to develop the ability to help restore the well-being of those suffering from addiction and poor mental health, and make a difference in the recovery process, thus generating a positive outlook of a new life.
Who should take this course?
- There are no academic entry requirements for this Addictions and Mental Health Courses, and it is open to students of all academic backgrounds.
- However, you are required to have a laptop/desktop/tablet or smartphone and a good internet connection.
Assessment Method
This Addictions and Mental Health Courses assesses learners through multiple-choice questions (MCQs). Upon successful completion of the modules, learners must answer MCQs to complete the assessment procedure. Through the MCQs, it is measured how much a learner could grasp from each section. In the assessment pass mark is 60%.
Course Curriculum
SAMHI Dual Diagnosis Intro Video And Downloadable Worksheet / PowerPoint Slides
Module 1 – Drugs and Effects: VIDEO PART 1 (Content Part 1 – 4)
Module 1 – Drugs and Effects: VIDEO PART 2 (Content Part 5 – 6)
Module 1 – Drugs and Effects: VIDEO PART 3 (Content Part 7 – 8)
Module 1 – Drugs and Effects: VIDEO PART 4 (Content Part 9)
Module 1 – Drugs and Effects: VIDEO PART 5 (Content Part 10)
Module 1 – Drugs and Effects: VIDEO PART 6 (Content 10 – 12)
Module 1 – Drugs and Effects: VIDEO PART 7 (Content Part 13)
Module 1 – Drugs and Effects: VIDEO PART 8 (Content Part 14)
Module 1 – Drugs and Effects: VIDEO PART 9 (Content Part 14)
Module 1 – Drugs and Effects: VIDEO PART 10 (Content Part 15 – 18)
Module 2 Addictions & Mental Health: VIDEO PART 1 Content Part 1 – 2
Module 2 Addictions & Mental Health: VIDEO PART 2 Content Part 3 – 5
Module 2 Addictions & Mental Health: VIDEO PART 3 Content Part 6 – 7
Module 2 Addictions & Mental Health: VIDEO PART 4 Content Part
Module 2 Addictions & Mental Health: VIDEO PART 5 Content Part
Module 2 Addictions & Mental Health: VIDEO PART 6 Content Part
Module 2 Addictions & Mental Health: VIDEO PART 7 Content Part
Module 2 Addictions & Mental Health: VIDEO PART 8 Content Part
Module 2 Addictions & Mental Health: VIDEO PART 9 Content Part
Module 2 Addictions & Mental Health: VIDEO PART 10 Content Part
Module 3 Harm Minimisation & Optimal Health VIDEO PART 1 Content Part
Module 3 Harm Minimisation & Optimal Health VIDEO PART 2 Content Part
Module 3 Harm Minimisation & Optimal Health VIDEO PART 3 Content Part
Module 3 Harm Minimisation & Optimal Health VIDEO PART 4 Content Part
Module 3 Harm Minimisation & Optimal Health VIDEO PART 5 Content Part
Module 3 Harm Minimisation & Optimal Health VIDEO PART 1 Content Part 6
Module 3 Harm Minimisation & Optimal Health VIDEO PART 7 Content Part 7
Module 4 Brain Works – Neurophysiology
Module 4 Brain Works – Neurophysiology VIDEO PART 1 Content Part
Module 4 Brain Works – Neurophysiology VIDEO PART 2 Content Part
Module 4 Brain Works – Neurophysiology VIDEO PART 3 Content Part
Module 4 Brain Works – Neurophysiology VIDEO PART 4 Content Part
Module 4 Brain Works – Neurophysiology VIDEO PART 5 Content Part
Module 5 Trauma Model & Keys to Treatment Video Part 1 Content Part 1 – 2a – 2f
Module 5 Trauma Model & Keys to Treatment Video Part 2 Content Part 2g
Module 5 Trauma Model & Keys to Treatment Video Part 3 Content Part 2h – 2i
Module 5 Trauma Model & Keys to Treatment Video Part 4 Content Part 3
Module 5 Trauma Model & Keys to Treatment Video Part 5 Content Part 4
Module 5 Trauma Model & Keys to Treatment Video Part 6 Content Part 5 – 7
Module 5 Trauma Model & Keys to Treatment Video Part 7 Content Part 8
Module 5 Trauma Model & Keys to Treatment Video Part 7 Content Partvideo Part 8
Module 5 Trauma Model & Keys to Treatment Video Part 9 Content Part 11
Module 5 Trauma Model & Keys to Treatment Video Part 10 Content Part 12
Module 6 Brief & Early Intervention and Tripod of Support Video 1 Content Part 1
Module 6 Brief & Early Intervention and Tripod of Support Video 2 Content Part 2
Supplementary Resources – Addiction & Mental Health (Dual Diagnosis) Advanced Diploma
Recognised Accreditation
CPD Certification Service
This course is accredited by continuing professional development (CPD). CPD UK is globally recognised by employers, professional organisations, and academic institutions, thus a certificate from CPD Certification Service creates value towards your professional goal and achievement.
CPD certificates are accepted by thousands of professional bodies and government regulators here in the UK and around the world. Many organisations look for employees with CPD requirements, which means, that by doing this course, you would be a potential candidate in your respective field.
Quality Licence Scheme Endorsed
The Quality Licence Scheme is a brand of the Skills and Education Group, a leading national awarding organisation for providing high-quality vocational qualifications across a wide range of industries. It will give you a competitive advantage in your career, making you stand out from all other applicants and employees.
Certificate of Achievement
Endorsed Certificate from Quality Licence Scheme
After successfully passing the MCQ exam you will be eligible to order the Endorsed Certificate by Quality Licence Scheme. The Quality Licence Scheme is a brand of the Skills and Education Group, a leading national awarding organisation for providing high-quality vocational qualifications across a wide range of industries. It will give you a competitive advantage in your career, making you stand out from all other applicants and employees. There is a Quality Licence Scheme endorsement fee to obtain an endorsed certificate which is £65.
Certificate of Achievement from Lead Academy
After successfully passing the MCQ exam you will be eligible to order your certificate of achievement as proof of your new skill. The certificate of achievement is an official credential that confirms that you successfully finished a course with Lead Academy. Certificate can be obtained in PDF version at a cost of £12, and there is an additional fee to obtain a printed copy certificate which is £35.
Course Reviews
FAQs
CPD is globally recognised by employers, professional organisations and academic intuitions, thus a certificate from CPD Certification Service creates value towards your professional goal and achievement. CPD-certified certificates are accepted by thousands of professional bodies and government regulators here in the UK and around the world.
Although QLS courses are not subject to Ofqual regulation, they must adhere to an extremely high level that is set and regulated independently across the globe. A course that has been approved by the Quality Licence Scheme simply indicates that it has been examined and evaluated in terms of quality and fulfils the predetermined quality standards.
For CPD accredited PDF certificate it will take 24 hours, however for the hardcopy CPD certificate takes 5-7 business days and for the Quality License Scheme certificate it will take 7-9 business days.
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