For many years, research and treatment guidelines ignored sex and gender differences that impact substance use disorders. Decades of research that routinely excluded women have led to an accumulation of heavily biased data toward men. 

More recent research efforts have emphasized these sex and gender differences. This research shows that women have different pathways to developing a substance use disorder. They also have other risk factors, treatment needs, and barriers to treatment compared to those men.

In this course, you will learn about the effects of age and life transitions on alcohol and drug use in women and how these are reflected in treatment methodologies. A host of stressors and life transitions can be accompanied by significant changes in substance use and can be implicated in women's development of a substance use disorder. You will learn ways to provide gender-sensitive treatment to women struggling with substance use or at risk of developing a substance use disorder. 

This educational program aims to provide marriage and family counseling, nursing, professional counseling, social work, and psychology professionals in health and human services settings with information about substance use treatment for women at various stages of development.

 Objectives

Upon completion of this training, you will have learned the following:

• Discuss the unique aspects of substance use and substance use disorders among women.
• Explain how the use of specific substances, as well as the impact of those substances, changes across the lifespan.
• Describe ways to address the biological/psychological, social, and developmental needs of women with substance use disorders.

This self-study, self-paced addiction counselor training includes videos, SlideShare documents, PdFs, Case Studies, short quizzes to test your knowledge, etc. 

You can access a certified professional trainer by email, phone, or virtual meeting.  

Our online training courses provide high-quality, affordable education and training in the comfort of your home, favorite cafe, or anywhere you choose to study. 

Once you purchase your training, you'll receive an email with your access code, log in, and begin.

Your courses are available 24/7, and your initial cost covers all educational materials provided with your purchase—no hidden fees.

Once you complete the training and the final assessment, you'll receive your certificate of completion. 

You will receive 3 CASAC renewal or NAADAC credit hours for participating in and completing this training.

This program has been approved for Educational Enhancement, as a NAADAC Approved Education Provider, for educational credits. Educational Enhancement is responsible for all aspects of the programming as an OASAS-approved education provider.

We're confident that you'll find our training enjoyable. Yet, if it doesn't resonate with you, there's no need to fret. Within a week, a full refund is there for the taking. And if you change your mind within the next 15 days, we'll still meet you halfway, returning half of your investment. It's our way of honoring your journey and ensuring you feel supported every step of the way.