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Course Description

This beginner course is an introduction to substance use disorder and how it is addressed in a healthcare setting. Substance use disorder and
the opioid epidemic have severely impacted Philadelphia in recent years. Social workers play a crucial role in the assessment, treatment, and
placement of patients experiencing substance use and also promote positive culture change in healthcare. This course will focus on the
relationship between substance use disorder and chronic illness, as well as treatment options. 
 
Target Level Audience: Beginner
 

Course Outline

(00:05) Introductions/Course Objectives 
(00:30) Substance Use Overview 
(00:15) Substance Use in the Healthcare Setting 
(00:15) Screening & Prevention
(00:30) Assessing Substance Use 
(00:30) Interventions 
(00:30) Palliative Care & End of Life & Substance Use 
(00:30) Case Studies 
(00:05) Course Wrap Up/ Conclusion) 
 

Learner Outcomes

At the end of this workshop, participants will be able to:

  • Identify common substances seen in healthcare and the appropriate language to use
  • Recognize the relationship between substance use and chronic illness
  • Gain Knowledge of two evidence-based practices that can be used with patients with a history of substance use.

When participants return to the workplace, they will be able to:

  • Identify treatment options and levels of care for patients with SUD
  • Utilize two evidence-based practices to provide person-centered quality care to patients with a substance use history.

Notes

Instructor Biography: Kevin O'Keefe, LCSW, has 9 years of Social Work experience including 7 years in healthcare and 2 years in Mental Health & Substance Use Recovery Program. He graduated from the University at Albany, SUNY. He received the Internships in Mental Health Grant which provided students with specialized evidence-based training in mental health & substance use. He completed a post-master's certificate in Pall. Care & End of Life through Smith College. Kevin is a current NYU Zelda Foster Leadership Fellow. His research focuses on the experience of Palliative Care Social Workers and patients with both Palliative and substance use needs.
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Section Title
Substance Use in Healthcare
Contact Hours
3.0
Location
  • Online Learning
Delivery Options
Online  
Course Fee(s)
SSWCE - Regular Rate (3 credit course) $99.00
SSWCE - Temple Alumni Rate (3 credit course) $69.00
SSWCE - Temple MSW Student Rate (non-trauma course $10.00
SSWCE - Temple Staff Rate (3 credit course) $49.00
CEUs
3 CEUs
Section Notes

All Zoom links for live session courses will be emailed to registrants within 48 hours of the course date. 

Please be advised that registration for the course will close one week prior to its scheduled start date.

Current Temple MSW/BSW Practicum Instructors may receive up to six (6) free credits per academic year. If you qualify, please email sswce@temple.edu to request the bypass code.