CE / Trainer course
The Brain and the Disease of Addiction
Course Overview
The Brain and the Disease of Addiction training course will teach you about the disease of addiction by looking at how the brain is affected by substances such as drugs and alcohol and how the disease of addiction develops.
This course is for individuals, parents, students, healthcare professionals and groups and organizations who will benefit from an understanding and knowledge of the science of the disease of addiction.
The course is available as a self-paced online continuing education course, as a trainer program for in-person and webinar settings or delivered by Overdose Lifeline as live online and on-site training for groups of five or more.
DEA MATE Act Training Approved
The Brain and the Disease of Addiction on-demand online CE course is approved MATE Act Training providing 2.0 ACCME or ANCC CE credits. Learn More
What You Will Learn
- Discuss how the brain is affected from substances such as drugs and alcohol.
- Explain how the disease of addiction develops.
- Explain brain neuroplasticity and how through treatment and recovery the brain can change/reset.
Course Outline
- Addiction/Substance Use Disorder Historical View
- Definition of Addiction
a. ASAM – Detailed
b. Brief - Number of Americans Affected, Treatment Gap, Barriers, and Recommendations
- Cause and Risk Factors
- Effects on the Brain
- Regions of the Brain Functions
a. Limbic System and the Reward Pathway
b. Dopamine and Neurotransmitters
c. Reliance, Tolerance and Self Control
d. Brain is Rewired
e. Effect on the Survival Hierarchy
f. Putting it all Together - Withdrawal
- Relapse
- Neuroplasticity – The Brain’s Ability to Change/Reset
- Drug Classifications
- Activity (online)
- End Notes and Resources
Online CE Course - MATE Act Approved
On-demand online continuing education. Meets the ANCC and ACCME DEA MATE Act training requirements. Learn More
2.0 CE Credits
Clinician and layperson accreditation through Purdue University, College of Pharmacy, Office of Continuing Education.
Fees
Individual Course: $30
Trainer Program
Get Certified. Train Others.
Our programs are built on evidence, rooted in compassion, and designed to make staff and community education easier, more effective, and more engaging for diverse audiences.
Turnkey Program. Trainer Online Resource Center includes customizable presentation slides with trainer notes and script, versions for different session lengths, and all supporting materials—surveys, handouts, activities, poll questions, certificates, flyers, and more.
Training and Annual Licensing Fee: $380
- Group Licensing Available
- Optional Printed Trainers Kit additional $55/person
Program Discounts
- 15% discount for 6+ trainers
- 15% discount for multi-program purchases
Virtual Group Training
We bring the training to you—virtually. Group sessions are available for five or more participants and can be customized to meet the specific needs of your organization.
Depending on your goals, sessions can incorporate interactive elements such as quizzes, polls, breakout discussions, and other tools to deepen learning, boost engagement, and capture outcomes.
Contact us to learn more or request a tailored quote.
