Course description

This module provides a practical, clinically relevant overview of alcohol and drug addiction within integrated care settings. Through brief video content and guided learning, participants will build foundational knowledge of substance use disorders (SUDs), including risk factors, signs and symptoms, and their impact on physical and behavioral health. The module emphasizes the role of healthcare teams in early identification, brief intervention (SBIRT), and ongoing support, using evidence-based, patient-centered approaches. Learners will also explore how addiction is understood as a chronic, treatable condition, and how integrated care models improve engagement, reduce stigma, and support recovery

What will i learn?

• By the end of this module, you will be able to:
• Define alcohol and drug addiction and understand substance use disorders as chronic health conditions
• Recognize common signs, symptoms, and risk factors for substance use disorders
• Understand the biopsychosocial factors that contribute to addiction