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Approaches to Intervention
Postgraduate | TAS-CNA549 | 2020
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- Study method
- 100% online
- Assessments
- 100% online
- Entry requirements
- Part of a degree
- Duration
- 14 weeks
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Approaches to Intervention
About this subject
On completion of this unit, you will be able to:
- Identify, and discuss key concepts underlying contemporary bio-psychosocial interventions for alcohol and other drug behaviours
- Demonstrate knowledge and skill in the provision of evidence-based interventions for clients accessing drug and alcohol services
- Apply knowledge of a range of pharmacotherapies including opioid maintenance therapy
- Key concepts
- Case management
- Stages of change intervention matching
- Psychosocial interventions
- Pharmaceutical interventions
- Review
In this unit students will further develop their knowledge and skills in the delivery of alcohol and other drug interventions. This unit will focus on current contemporary treatment approaches including psychosocial interventions and pharmacological treatments. This includes the range of alcohol and drug interventions and specialist programs such as substitution therapies.
- Individual Esssay (50%)
- Case Study (50%)
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Entry requirements
To enrol in this subject, you must be admitted into a degree.
Prior study
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Additional requirements
No additional requirements
Study load
- 0.125 EFTSL
- This is in the range of 10 to 12 hours of study each week.
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