Course Summary
Contingency Management: Principles & Practice is designed for healthcare professionals dedicated to enhancing their therapeutic approaches in treating substance use disorders. This course provides an in-depth exploration of CM, an evidence-based method that utilizes positive reinforcements to foster desirable patient behaviors. Through detailed modules, participants will gain a robust understanding of the theoretical foundations of CM, its practical application in diverse settings, its proven effectiveness across various demographics, and the complexities of its implementation within legal and financial contexts.
By the end of this course, participants will master the principles of Contingency Management, including its neurobiological underpinnings and the mechanics of operant conditioning. They will learn to assess CM’s adaptability and efficacy across different populations, address common implementation challenges, and counter misconceptions. Additionally, participants will develop the skills to design, administer, and evaluate Voucher-Based Reinforcement Therapy programs, ensuring their success within community health centers. Furthermore, they will navigate the legal and funding frameworks necessary for CM programs, particularly in Colorado and the broader United States, ensuring compliance and ethical integrity in their operations. This course is ideal for healthcare professionals, therapists, and counselors, offering a flexible, self-paced learning environment that integrates seamlessly into their professional practice.
Learning Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to:
- Understanding the fundamentals, effectiveness and application of contingency management.
- Develop skills to build and implement a contingency management program focusing on voucher-based reinforcement therapy (VBRT).
- Navigating funding and regulatory aspects of implementing contingency management programs.
Learning Audience
The learners for this training are behavioral health service providers, social workers, counselors, peer support specialists, and other professionals who support individuals with substance use and behavioral health conditions.
American Psychological Association Continuing Education (APA CE) Credits
This course is eligible for Continued Education Units (CEU) upon completion, which are awarded as follows:
- 1 APA CEU credit awarded per (1) hour of completed learning
The University of Colorado Department of Psychiatry is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. The University of Colorado Department of Psychiatry maintains responsivity for this program and its content.
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Course Duration
Content Contributors
- Brianna Robles, The Steadman Group
- JK Costello, The Steadman Group
- Lindsay Huston, The Steadman Group
