This course ​introduces the concept of trauma-informed care and defines ways in which a traditional treatment setting can be modified to increase an individual's sense of safety. It explores the relationship between trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), traumatic brain injury (TBI), and substance use disorders. Emphasis is on incorporating trauma-informed practices into substance use disorder treatment with diverse populations. This course meets the requirements per Behavioral Health Administration (BHA) for the Certified Addiction Counseling (CAC) clinical training program.​Notes: All Behavioral Health Administration (BHA) Certified Addiction Counselor (CAC) courses seek to enhance the ability of the counselor to offer treatment services in a manner that respects gender, race and ethnicity, sexual orientation, cultural, familial, systemic and socioeconomic diversity.
2026-2027
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