Methamphetamine Abuse Text-based Home Course (3 CE) - Printed Version

Methamphetamine is increasingly becoming a drug of choice for both adults and teenagers across the U.S. in cities both large and small. "Methamphetamine Abuse" provides a brief history of the drug; details the physical and psychological effects; explores the frightening face of methamphetamine abuse and dependence; and provides a full discussion of assessment and various approaches to treatment. Interspersed throughout this course are a number of compelling case studies and dozens of references and other resources.

Authors: Patricia Patton, Ph.D, Anna Treves, LCSW, Harry Hawkins III, B.A., Innokenty Chugai, B.A.

Target Audience: Introductory and Intermediate; LMFTs, Social Workers, LPCCs, Nurses, Substance Abuse Counselors, and other mental health clinicians.

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

1. Recognize physical, psychological and behavioral symptoms of methamphetamine use.
2. Assess and diagnose Methamphetamine Use Disorder, Intoxication and Withdrawal.
3. Integrate standard Substance Use Disorder treatment with NIDA guidelines, the Matrix outpatient treatment model, and the Haight-Ashbury outpatient treatment models.
4. Recognize the impact of methamphetamine usage on the environment and community.

This course satisfies the following California BBS Continuing Education requirements:

• 3 hours toward the 15 hours of Alcoholism and Other Chemical Substance Dependency required for California LEPs

This course satisfies the following California BBS Pre-licensure requirements:

• 3 hours toward the 15 hours of Alcoholism and Other Chemical Substance Dependency required for California LCSW candidates
• 3 hours toward the 15 hours of Alcoholism and Other Chemical Substance Dependency required for California LPCC candidates

Advantages of taking Gerry Grossman Seminars at-home CE courses:

• Online courses offer the post-test online for instant course completion.
• You can repeat the post-test if you don't pass.
• Online courses are available to you immediately after purchase.
• California LMFTs, LCSWs, LPCCs and LEPs can fulfill 100% of their CE hours online.

Additional Approvals:

• NAADAC: This course has been approved by NAADAC, the Association for Addiction Professionals. Gerry Grossman Seminars is a NAADAC Approved Education Provider, #240524.
• CCAPP: Gerry Grossman Seminars is approved by CCAPP, Provider Number 2N-08-123-0524.