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Contexts of Addiction
Postgraduate | TAS-CNA547 | 2022
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- Study method
- 100% online
- Assessments
- 100% online
- Entry requirements
- Part of a degree
- Duration
- 14 weeks
HECS-HELP and FEE-HELP available
Contexts of Addiction
About this subject
On completion of this unit, you will be able to:
- Discuss policy and strategy which direct addiction service provision.
- Reflect on epidemiological theories in relation to addiction.
- Identify effects of psychoactive drugs illicit and licit on the central nervous system (CNS).
- Demonstrate an understanding of principles underlying substance use and withdrawal.
- Key concepts
- Epidemiology
- Drug types, effects and investigations to detect
- The brain and addiction
- Environment
- Classification systems
- Treatment principles and guidelines
- Diverse populations
This subject examines the complex needs of the person requiring Addiction Services. Students will explore epidemiological theories of substance abuse and identify principles of dependence within a range of maladaptive behaviours. In addition, students will extend their knowledge and understanding of treatment approaches, withdrawal management and toxicology.
- Online Discussion and Summary Paper (50%)
- Individual essay (50%)
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Entry requirements
Part of a degree
To enrol in this subject you must be accepted into one of the following degrees:
Core
- TAS-ADS-GCE-2022 - Graduate Certificate in Addiction Studies for Health Professionals
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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Related degrees
Once you’ve completed this subject it can be credited towards one of the following courses
PostgraduateTAS-ADS-GCE
Graduate Certificate in Addiction Studies for Health Professionals