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In recent years, the abuse of opioids such as prescription pain medications and heroin has become a growing epidemic in many States and communities, and rural areas continue to be among the hardest hit by the opioid crisis. The purpose of this intermediate level continuing education course, developed using information from the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, is to explore the unique factors of implementing Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) in rural primary care settings, as well as the evidence and availability of tools needed to implement MAT. Characteristics of opioid use disorders are discussed, as well as specific factors that impact opioid use in rural communities. In addition, benefits and challenges of implementing MAT in rural communities, strategies to overcome these challenges, and promising MAT models used in rural settings are presented.

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In the past three decades, the addiction treatment field has focused on discovering and applying science-informed practices that help people with SUDs enhance their motivation to stop or reduce alcohol, drug, and nicotine use. The purpose of this intermediate level continuing education course, developed using information from The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is to explore why people change, how motivation is linked to substance use behavior change, and how clinicians can help clients enhance their motivation to engage in substance use disorder (SUD) treatment and initiate recovery. In addition, a summary of the nature of motivation and behavior change is presented as well as an overview of the shift away from abstinence-only addiction treatment perspectives toward client-centered approaches that enhance motivation and reduce risk.

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Review the complexities of child abuse and neglect with Unseen Scars, a course designed for medical professionals. Learn to detect subtle signs of maltreatment and implement effective interventions. Understand the profound impact these experiences have on a childs development through expert-led discussions and case studies. Equip yourself with the knowledge to act swiftly and decisively in your critical role as a protector of pediatric health and wellness. This course meets the Massachusetts requirement of child abuse and neglect training under state law.

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This long COVID course provides a focused, evidence-based examination of post-COVID conditions, including pathophysiology, risk factors, and multisystem clinical presentations. Learners will explore current research on mechanisms such as immune dysregulation, viral persistence, and autonomic dysfunction, while developing skills to recognize and evaluate long COVID in clinical practice. The course emphasizes patient-centered, symptom-based management strategies, including rehabilitation approaches and functional recovery planning, to improve quality of life and clinical outcomes for individuals experiencing persistent symptoms following SARS-CoV-2 infection.

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This domestic violence training for healthcare providers offers a clear, practical overview of how to identify, assess, and respond to intimate partner violence and related forms of abuse across the lifespan. The course reviews behavioral and clinical warning signs, risk and lethality factors, trauma informed screening techniques, documentation standards, and mandatory reporting requirements. Learners will also explore the health impacts of domestic violence, strategies for promoting safety, and ways to collaborate with interprofessional teams and community resources to support patients experiencing harm. This course meets continuing education requirements for domestic violence prevention training for Kentucky, Florida, Ohio, and Massachusetts.

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Eating disorders are vastly underrecognized, underdiagnosed, and undertreated. In this course students will learn the common presentations, statistics, and implications of eating disorders, as well as the oral presentation of purging associated with eating disorders. Interprofessional communication, collaboration, and strategies to support patients are addressed in detail.

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Older adult abuse, also known as elder abuse, is a serious, often hidden issue that threatens the safety, dignity, and well-being of vulnerable seniors worldwide. This course provides healthcare professionals with the knowledge and skills to recognize, report, and help prevent abuse in older adults. Learners will examine the different types of abuse, identify risk factors and early warning signs, and apply reporting protocols aligned with legal and ethical standards. Practical strategies and real-world examples equip participants to respond effectively, support victims, and promote prevention within clinical and community settings. By completing this course, you will be better prepared to safeguard older adults from harm and uphold their right to a safe and respectful quality of life.

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Explore the delicate realm of palliative care and end-of-life care, as this course offers allied health professionals critical insights into patient and family-centered approaches, diagnosis-specific treatments, and comprehensive care planning. This course addresses the vital components of hospice care, from identifying appropriate candidates to creating personalized care plans that honor the goals of patients and their families. With an emphasis on ethical considerations and symptom management, prepare to make a profound difference in the lives of patients nearing the end of life, enhancing their comfort and dignity every step of the way. This course meets the New Jersey Physician requirement of 2 hours CME every 2 years in End-of-life care pursuant to P.L. 2011, c. 145 (C.45:9-7.7). This course meets the Massachusetts one-time requirement of 2 hours of end-of-life care CME.

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Discover the art and science of pediatric pain management in this expert-led online course designed for healthcare professionals. Explore age-appropriate assessment tools, pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic strategies, and compassionate communication techniques that support young patients and their families. With a focus on evidence-based care and gentle healing, you'll gain the skills to provide effective, empathetic pain relief and make a lasting difference in pediatric outcomes.

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This course will help healthcare providers explore the intricate landscape of adult-diagnosed ADHD and its associated comorbidities. Students will delve into the presentation of adult-diagnosed ADHD, dissect assessment considerations for prevalent comorbidities, and learn to craft evidence-based treatment plans tailored to address the complexities of concurrent conditions. Discover the pivotal role of interprofessional collaboration in supporting individuals with adult-diagnosed or under-treated ADHD, fostering a holistic approach to patient care.

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As the population ages, Alzheimer's disease and cognitive decline are becoming increasingly prevalent across healthcare settings. This course equips nurses and other healthcare professionals with essential knowledge of risk factors, clinical presentation, and diagnostic criteria-plus practical tools for communication, pharmacologic and non-drug interventions, and person-centered care planning. Learn evidence-based strategies to better support patients and families navigating these complex conditions.

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Elevate your practice with this engaging and impactful 2-hour course designed to tackle the pressing issue of HIV stigma and discrimination in healthcare settings. Whether you're a physician, nurse, or allied health professional, this course will provide you with the tools and insights needed to break down barriers, challenge unrecognized biases, and ensure inclusive, compassionate care for individuals living with or at risk of acquiring HIV. Through real-world case studies, actionable strategies, and an exploration of legal protections for HIV-positive patients, you'll gain the confidence to address stigma head-on and foster a supportive healthcare environment. This course will help empower you to stay ahead of evolving regulations while enhancing patient outcomes and strengthening your professional impact. Meets Nevada Requirement (Effective January 1, 2024): Physicians delivering or supervising emergency medical services, or practicing primary care (family medicine, pediatrics, internal medicine, obstetrics, gynecology, or midwifery), must complete at least 2 hours of training on stigma, discrimination, and unrecognized bias related to individuals living with or at high risk of acquiring HIV. Proof of this training is required within 2 years of starting such care. (NV SB-439, enacted 6/15/2023).

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This course offers healthcare professionals an essential overview of HIV/AIDS with a focus on practical application in patient care. Core topics include transmission and infection control, testing and counseling, and current treatment strategies. Learners will gain the essential knowledge needed to support safe, effective, and, effective, and patient-centered HIV/AIDS care. This course meets requirements for HIV/AIDS training for Florida.

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Abusive head trauma (AHT), including Shaken Baby Syndrome (SBS), is a serious and preventable form of child abuse that can lead to lifelong consequences. This course helps healthcare professionals and educators recognize the signs, understand the mechanisms, and apply prevention strategies for AHT in infants and young children.Through expert-led insights and real-world context, you'll gain practical tools to identify, intervene, and help protect vulnerable populations - while fulfilling your continuing education requirements. Activity approved by Kentucky Board of Nursing (KBN) for nurses licensed or obtaining licensure under KRS Chapter 314 who need (1.5) contact hourse covering recognition & prevention of pediatric abusive head trauma. Activity approved by Kentucky Board of Medical Licensure for pediatricians, radiologists, family practitionersd, and emergency medicine and urgent care physicians needing to complete 1 hour of training on this subject.

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Bolster your current therapeutic framework with our comprehensive course on harnessing the power of visualization for mental health. This example-driven course offers in-depth psychoeducation on neural activation through visualization, analyses of its methods, and practical applications for a wide variety of therapeutic situations, including different diagnoses and therapeutic frameworks. Equip yourself with the skills to implement guided imagery and other visualization strategies to patients effectively within evidence-based modalities.

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Enhance your healthcare practice by mastering cultural competence and humility-essential components for delivering patient centered care in diverse settings. This comprehensive course delves into the principles of cultural competence and humility, emphasizing their critical role in improving patient outcomes and fostering effective communication. Through engaging content, you'll explore strategies to recognize and address personal biases, understand the impact of cultural differences on healthcare delivery, and develop skills to provide respectful and responsive care to patients from various backgrounds. By completing this course, you'll be better equipped to build trust with patients, navigate cross cultural interactions sensitively, and contribute to a more inclusive healthcare enviroment.

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Prepare to confront the complex challenges of bioterrorism head-on with our in-depth course designed to equip Nevada's healthcare providers with critical knowledge and skills. From distinguishing various weapons of mass destruction to recognizing the signs of bioterror afflictions and effectively using personal protective gear, this course is your ultimate guide to mastering crisis handling in healthcare settings, ensuring you stand on the frontline confidently. This course meets the Nevada one-time requirement of 4 hours in Bioterrorism, relating to the medical consequences of an act of terrorism that involves the use of a weapon of mass destruction.

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Healthy brains ensure the best possible patient outcomes including the highest physical, mental, social, and vocational functioning. Individuals who have brain disorders or injuries often require additional care and treatment. Because mental health professionals are likely to meet people with brain disorders, injuries, or aging, it is important they understand what brain health is, how it is achieved, and how to work with individuals with abnormal brain functioning. This course will review information related to brain health, how to optimize it, and disorders of the brain.

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Dual relationships in behavioral health practice refer to any situations where multiple roles exist between a therapist and a client. Examples of dual relationships include when the client is also a student, friend, family member, employee, or business associate of the therapist. Boundary crossings and violations may occur in situations where dual relationships exist. While boundary crossings may be unavoidable and harmless in certain situations, such as when the clinician and client both live in a small community and see each other away from the therapeutic setting, boundary violations are those that are harmful and exploitative.

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Behavioral health professionals are tasked with helping complex clients in complex work environments, making clinical supervision an essential component in behavioral health practice. Supervision is a process that allows ongoing observation and intervention while promoting the supervisee's learning development, the refinement of skills, and the enhancement of the therapeutic environment. Supervision can be delivered in various ways, such as in person or through telehealth, and it can be done in an individual, dyadic, or group setting. Several models of supervision may be considered when determining what is best suited for the supervisee, organization, and client. Each model follows a different framework and provides various approaches based on the therapy or treatment provided. This course will introduce behavioral health professionals to different methods and models of clinical supervision.

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Reducing medical errors in mental health care is critical for enhancing patient and client safety. This brief, intermediate level continuing education course provides an overview of the most critical risks in mental health and in related organizational practices. Risks and treatment errors are discussed as well as consequences, emotional responses, and resulting behavioral change. Additionally, barriers to medical error reporting and tips to help prevent such errors are presented.

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Addiction is defined as a chronic, relapsing disorder characterized by compulsive drug seeking and use despite adverse consequences, and it is considered a brain disorder, because it involves functional changes to brain circuits that may last a long time after a person has stopped taking drugs. This brief, intermediate level continuing education course was developed using information from the National Institute on Drug Abuse to provide an updated overview of drug abuse and addiction. Reasons why individuals use and abuse drugs are presented as well as the impact of drugs on the brain, drug prevention and treatment strategies, and health and personal consequences of drug abuse. The ways in drug abuse impacts adolescents is also discussed, as this is a particularly vulnerable age for substance experimentation and abuse.

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Inclusivity in mental health practice refers to the intentional and proactive efforts made by mental health professionals to create an environment that is welcoming, respectful, and responsive to the diverse needs of all individuals seeking mental health support. This approach recognizes and values differences in race, ethnicity, culture, gender, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, age, ability, and other aspects of identity. Mental health practitioners must promote inclusivity in mental health practice because inclusivity aligns with ethical principles, ensuring that mental health services are accessible, equitable, and respectful to all individuals, regardless of their background or identity. Inclusivity is crucial for building trust and rapport between mental health practitioners and clients, as individuals are more likely to engage openly in therapy when they feel understood, respected, accepted, and valued.

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Behavioral health providers are responsible for much more than just providing mental health services to patients. They are responsible for protecting the patient, their communities, the ethics of their profession, the confidentiality of everyone involved, and much more when providing care. Therefore, it is essential for behavioral healthcare professionals to understand and apply the ethical and legal requirements in behavioral health federally and in their local areas. This course will review information regarding the ethics and legal obligations for behavioral health professionals.