Introduction to a Behavioral Approach to Substance Use
Hours: 1.00
This course will provide an introduction to a behavioral approach to substance use intervention based on operant conditioning. It will describe intervention contributions based on applied behavior analysis such as competing reinforcers and contingency management.
The goal of this course is to acquaint behavior analysts with behaviorally-based approaches to substance use treatment.
Participant complaints regarding this or any other BACB CE event requirements violations must first be directed, in writing, to the Relias Learning ACE Coordinator, Rhonda Davin, PhD. Please contact Dr. Davin via email: [email protected]. The ACE Coordinator will make every reasonable attempt to resolve participant complaints; however, should the ACE Coordinator be unable to resolve the complaint, the complainant may file a formal complaint directly with the BACB
This course will provide an introduction to a behavioral approach to substance use intervention based on operant conditioning. It will describe intervention contributions based on applied behavior analysis such as competing reinforcers and contingency management. The goal of this course is to acquaint behavior analysts with behaviorally-based approaches to substance use treatment.
Behavior Analyst Certification Board
This course is designed to meet CE requirements as outlined by the BACB.
CEU Type: Learning
Describe an operant model of substance use.
List at least two important replacement activities that may compete with substance use.
Describe abstinence intervention procedures based on contingency management.
Outline:
Section 1: Introduction
About This Course
Learning Objectives
Section 2: An Operant Model of Substance Use
What Are Substance Use Disorders?
Prevention Efforts
Intervention Efforts
Behavior Analysis and Substance Use Disorders
An Operant Approach to Substance Use Disorder Treatment
Review
Summary
Section 3: Competing with Substance Abuse
Reinforcement-Based Treatment
Motivational Interviewing
Functional Assessment
Relapse Prevention
Pharmacotherapy
Review
Summary
Section 4: Intervention Through Contingency Management
Values Lead to Intervention
Contingency Management
Effectiveness of Contingency Management Programs
Ensuring Effectiveness
Review
Summary
Section 5: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributor
References
Dr. Rhonda Davin is a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst with over 25 years of experience in the fields of developmental disabilities and autism. She has served the field as a teacher, college professor, consultant, and expert witness. She started Behavior Consulting Services which provided direct behavior analytic services to children with autism and their families. She has supervised and mentored several behavior analysts and service providers currently practicing in the field today. Dr. Davin has also provided technical assistance for large-scale organizational change efforts in the area of Positive Behavior Supports.
The target audience for this course is: Behavioral Analyst; in the following settings: Intellectual Developmental Disabilities.
Asynchronous/Online Distance Learning; please see certificate details for specifics on delivery format.
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To earn continuing education credit for this course you must achieve a passing score of 80% on the post-test and complete the course evaluation.
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