Substance Use and People with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

Course Code: REL-IDD-0-DSP3

Hours: 0.75

Type: Online Course

Content Expiration Date: 9/30/2023

Learning Objectives:
Define what a substance use disorder is and how people with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) are affected by substance use disorders.
Identify when a person you are serving might be experiencing an issue with substance use.
Describe different types of treatment for substance use disorders and how these treatments may be modified or adapted for individuals with IDD.

Outline:
Section 1: Introduction A. About This Course B. Learning Objectives Section 2: Substance Use Disorders A. Michael’s Drinking Dilemma B. IDD and Substance Use C. Determining a Substance Use Disorder D. Review: Criteria for Substance Use Disorder E. Common Types of Substance Use Disorders F. Co-Occurring Disorders G. Review H. Summary Section 3: Treatment and Support for Substance Use Disorders A. Types of Substance Use Treatment B. Access to Substance Use Treatment C. Peer Support and Recovery D. 12-Step Programs for Substance Use Treatment E. Supporting Someone with IDD in Treatment F. Review G. Summary Section 4: Conclusion A. Summary B. Course Contributor C. Resources D. References E. Congratulations!

Instructor: Nellie Galindo, MSW, MSPH

Nellie Galindo received her Masters of Social Work and Masters of Science in Public Health from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She has worked with individuals with disabilities in several different settings, including working as a direct service provider for individuals with mental illness and leading a youth program for young adults with disabilities. She has facilitated and created trainings for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in the areas of self-advocacy, healthy relationships, sexual health education, and violence and abuse prevention. Mrs. Galindo has worked in state government assisting individuals with disabilities obtain accessible health information in their communities, as well as utilizing the Americans with Disabilities Act to ensure equal access to healthcare services. Disclosure: Nellie Galindo, MSW, MSPH has no Relevant Financial or Non-Financial Relationship with ineligible companies to disclose.

Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Entry level Direct Support Professionals; in the following settings: Intellectual Developmental Disabilities.

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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.