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Stratford's Drug and Alcohol Treatment Specialist course includes vital information about drugs and their effects on the human body as well as a variety of valuable counseling methods.
Whether you are a concerned family member or are interested in a career as a drug and alcohol treatment specialist, Stratford's drug and alcohol training course can help you learn how to appropriately help those who suffer with addiction.
According to the U.S. Department of Labor, the median annual salary for social and human service assistants is $38,520. The number of jobs is projected to increase by 9% through 2032, which is much faster than average.*
Take the first step toward a rewarding new career with an online drug and alcohol course by enrolling in Stratford?s course today, Request free information or get started with just a low down payment.
Preparing to Counsel Others  The Foundations of Human Behavior
 The Process of Socialization
 Social Issues in General
 Social Issues in the Workplace
 A Recipe for Psychological and Social Wellness
 Counseling Tasks and Competencies
 Recognizing Ambiguity and Complexity
Drugs and Society Volume 1  Effects of Drugs on Society and Dimensions of Drug Use
 Understanding Drug Use and Abuse
 Drug Use, Regulation and the Law
 Homeostatic Systems and Drugs
 How and Why Drugs Work
 CNS Depressants
 Pharmacological Effects of Alcohol
 Behavioral Effects of Alcohol
Drugs and Society Volume 2  Narcotics
 Stimulants
 Tobacco
 Hallucinogens
 Marijuana
 Inhalants
 OTC, Prescription and Herbal Drugs
 Drug Use within Major Subcultures
 Drug Abuse Prevention
 Treating Drug Dependence
Substance Abuse Counseling  Substance Abuse Counseling for the 21st Century
 Drugs and Their Effects
 Motivational Interviewing
 Assessment and Treatment Planning
 Helping Clients Change
 Empowering Clients through Group Work
 Maintaining Change in Substance Use Behavior
 Working with Families
 Programming Planning and Evaluation
 Preventing Substance Abuse
This educational program is an introductory course designed to help students gain knowledge necessary for the vocational application of this subject. Completion of this program does not fulfill the legal requirements of particular state licenses or certifications, which may require additional training or apprenticeships.
We take great pride in providing you with the most up-to-date textbooks and equipment. One or more of the above-mentioned subjects may, therefore, change if updating becomes necessary during the course of your studies. The order in which the course material is presented may vary.
*Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook.
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"This was an effective and efficient way to get the tools I need to be a good counselor. The lessons are practical and will help me grow. It was worth my time and investment."