Using Technology-Based Therapeutic Tools in Behavioral Health Services (6 hours)
- Credit Hours: 6 Hours
- Author: Diane Sherman
- Price: $78.00
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
- Describe the various technology-based therapeutic tools available for use in behavioral health treatment and prevention services.
- Explain the practical applications of technology-assisted care across different behavioral health service settings.
- Identify privacy, confidentiality, and regulatory concerns associated with using technology in behavioral health services.
- Describe strategies for establishing policies and procedures that ensure confidentiality and manage client crises in technology-assisted treatment.
- Analyze the role of clinical supervision in the implementation and oversight of technology-based therapeutic interventions.
- Outline the training and staff development requirements for personnel using technology-based tools in behavioral health programs.
- Describe practical examples of how technology-assisted care has been incorporated into existing behavioral health programs.
- Apply implementation strategies for behavioral health program administrators introducing technology-based therapeutic tools.
- Evaluate the evidence base supporting the use of technology-based interventions in behavioral health services.
Package Contents
Course Details
Course Description: Using Technology-Based Therapeutic Tools in Behavioral Health Services covers the use of digital tools and electronic media — including smartphone apps, online forums, telehealth communication, and other information technologies — in behavioral health treatment, recovery support, and prevention. It is designed for behavioral health clinicians who want to understand how to responsibly integrate technology-based assessments and interventions into their clinical practice. The course addresses the ethical and professional obligations clinicians have to demonstrate competence when using these tools within their scope of practice. Participants will come away with foundational knowledge to support clients’ healing, wellness, and recovery through appropriate use of available digital resources.
Date: Ongoing
Distance Learning Method: Asynchronous Reading
Target Audience: Social Workers, Substance Abuse Counselors, Criminal Justice Professionals
Refund Policy: If you request a refund within 30 days of placing your order (and prior to submitting any exams / completing any courses) we will gladly issue a refund of your money, less the processing fee and handling charge.
Course Interactivity: None
Posttest Requirements: Must score 80% or better to pass. Tests can be taken multiple times to obtain passing score.
Course Completion Requirements: Passing score on posttest. Submission of course evaluation. Course date of completion is recorded at this point.
Certificate of Completion: Issued when course is completed, available for download in Student Center
System Requirements: Internet access
About the Instructor
Diane Sherman
Diane Sherman is an organizational consultant and national trainer. She has worked in the substance abuse profession since 1975. In her consulting services, she has three specific areas of focus: coaching, consultation and continuing education. Dr. Sherman provides Executive Coaching for those persons seeking to maximize their leadership potential. She is a CARF surveyor and consultant for agencies seeking or maintaining national accreditation. Presently, she is responsible for monitoring substance abuse services for the Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice. Dr. Sherman also conducts continuing education opportunities with Brown University through the Northeast Addiction Transfer and Technology Center. Over her professional tenure, Diane has trained nationally for NAADAC, National Association of Drug Court Professionals, CARF, Southeast School of Addiction Studies, South Carolina Behavioral Health Services Association, Tennessee Advanced School on Addiction, and locally for Georgia Department of Human Resources, Georgia Council on Substance Abuse, and Georgia Addiction Counselors Association.
Approved and Widely Recognized
CEU Matrix is approved by the following national and state accreditation boards:
CEU Matrix is approved with the following state boards:
Arkansas (ASACB), California (CCAPP #OS-07-394-0222), California (CADTP #250), Connecticut (#0115-5202), Delaware (DCB #37), Florida (FCB #5141-A), Georgia (ADACBGA #2026-4-003), Illinois (IAODAPCA #19345), Kentucky, Louisiana (LA ADRA #E026), Michigan (MCBAP), Missouri (Missouri CB #183), New Mexico (NMCBBHP #2046), North Carolina (NCSAPPB), Ohio (OCDP #50-19236), Oklahoma (OBLADS #20260153), Texas (TCB #1758-07)