30-Hour Problem Gambling Basic Training- On-Demand

This 30-hour training series will highlight all the beginning needs for counselors and other health professionals for treating patients struggling with problem gambling issues. This basic training addresses 100% of the required material for problem gambling certification. After taking this training, participants will have an in-depth understanding of problem gambling patients and the best methods of treatment.

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START HERE: An Introduction
Getting Started
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Certification
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What's Your Why?
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Module 1: Understanding Problem Gambling
Defining Gambling
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Prevalence in the US
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Gambling Research Observation
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Public Perceptions
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Discussion: Understanding the Person Who Gambles
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Module 2: Context and Intake
What Makes a Gambling Disorder?
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Relationship to SUD and Mental Health
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Cultural Competence
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Screening & Intake
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Assessment: Components and Tools
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Module 3: Fundamental Approaches
Identifying Problem Gambling in Specific Populations
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Reflection: Special Populations
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Responsible Gambling and Recovery Approaches
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Assignment: Complete an HR Plan
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Module 4: Models and Approaches
Evidence-Based Models
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Relapse Prevention
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Assignment: Warning Signs List
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Self-Help Resources and Recovery
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Module 5: Treatment and Clinical Practice
Finances
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Families
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Medication and the Brain
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Legal
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Discussion: Gambling Crime in the Media
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Module 6: Case Studies
Case Studies: Part One
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Case Studies: Part Two
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Module 7: Professional Responsibilities
Ethics
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Assignment: Compare Ethical Principles
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Module 8: Emerging Gambling Topics
Emerging Gambling Topics
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FINISH HERE: In Closing
Next Steps
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Course Evaluation
14 Questions
14 Questions Complete and submit your course evaluation survey to move forward. This is a required step to receive your certificate. Expect to spend approximately 30 minutes on this evaluation. There are 14 questions, required questions are notated with an asterix(*).
Submit Attestation
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Download Certificate
30.00 CEU's credits  |  Certificate available
30.00 CEU's credits  |  Certificate available