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Impacting the Opioid Crisis: Prevention, Education, and Practice for Non-Prescribing Providers

Approx. 26 hours to complete

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Course Summary

This course covers the opioid epidemic in the United States, including the history of opioids, the impact of the epidemic on individuals and communities, and evidence-based strategies for prevention, treatment, and recovery.

Key Learning Points

Gain an understanding of the history of opioids and the current opioid epidemic in the United States.
Learn about the impact of the opioid epidemic on individuals, families, and communities.
Explore evidence-based strategies for prevention, treatment, and recovery.

Job Positions & Salaries of people who have taken this course might have

Substance Abuse Counselor
- USA: $41,000 - $63,000
- India: INR 185,000 - INR 550,000
- Spain: €14,000 - €27,000
Public Health Educator
- USA: $36,000 - $80,000
- India: INR 200,000 - INR 800,000
- Spain: €15,000 - €35,000
Addiction Treatment Specialist
- USA: $40,000 - $75,000
- India: INR 200,000 - INR 600,000
- Spain: €14,000 - €30,000

Learning Outcomes

Understand the history and impact of the opioid epidemic in the United States.
Identify evidence-based strategies for prevention, treatment, and recovery.
Apply knowledge gained to make a positive impact on individuals and communities affected by the opioid epidemic.

Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course

Basic understanding of public health and healthcare systems.
Interest in learning about the opioid epidemic in the United States.

Course Difficulty Level

Intermediate

Course Format

Online self-paced
Video lectures
Interactive quizzes

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Description

This course will empower non-prescribing providers to directly impact the ongoing opioid crisis in the United States through increased knowledge and tools that will transform practice and policies. The course will inform you about the opioid epidemic and provide information and research about evidence-based strategies that are focused on prevention, intervention, education, or policy.

This open learning course is designed primarily for non-prescribing healthcare, behavioral health, dental and social services professionals, as well as graduate-level students in these fields. Other individuals may also benefit from this course such as educators and physicians. Continuing Education (CE) for licensure is available upon successful completion of course content. As a learner, you have the ability to select any or all of the modules and topics that interest you. You can complete the course in a linear or non-linear structure according to your preferred viewing order. This course is taught by experts in the field of opioid prevention, intervention, treatment, and policy. Through lectures, panels and interviews, knowledge checks and quizzes, and additional readings and activities, you can explore topics that are most relevant to your work or practice. The course was developed by three University of Michigan programs, including the Institute for Healthcare Policy and Innovation (IHPI), Michigan-Opioid Prescribing Engagement Network (Michigan OPEN) and the CDC-funded University of Michigan Injury Prevention Center. The course consists of 6 “lessons” or modules of varying length, for a total commitment of about 15 hours. This translates to 15 CME and Michigan Social work continuing education credits, and 13 Michigan Pharmacy continuing education credits. The University of Michigan Medical School designates this enduring material for a maximum of 15 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. The University of Michigan Medical School is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. This activity contributes to the CME component of the American Board of Anesthesiology’s redesigned Maintenance of Certification in Anesthesiology™ (MOCA®) program, known as MOCA 2.0®. Please consult the ABA website, www.theABA.org, for a list of all MOCA 2.0 requirements. This course is approved by the Michigan Board of Pharmacy-Approval #539190044. This approval statement is for University of Michigan Institute for Healthcare Policy & Innovation. The Michigan Board of Pharmacy designates this enduring material for a maximum of 13 Continuing Education (CE) Hours. Pharmacists should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. If you would like to earn CME/MOCA credit for participating in this course, please review the information here (https://www.coursera.org/learn/opioid) prior to beginning the activity. This course is approved by the Michigan Social Work Continuing Education Collaborative-Approval #101619-02 for 15 CE hours. The Collaborative is the approving body for the Michigan Board of Social Work.

Knowledge

Explain the factors that contributed to the current opioid crisis.
Understand the pathophysiology of pain and its treatment, including what opioids are and how they work.
Understand how to reduce unintended use and misuse of opioids.
Identify what strategies and tools you can employ to impact the safe use of opioids across clinical care settings and with a variety of populations.

Outline

Module 1: Epidemiology of the Opioid Crisis
Introduction
Opening Panel
Module 1 Overview
Welcome & Syllabus
Course Team and Acknowledgments
Help us learn more about you!
Navigating the Course
In This Module
Epidemiology and History of the Opioid Crisis
Complete Module 1 Evaluation and Claim CE Credits
Complete Module 1 Evaluation and Claim CE Credits
Module 1

Module 2: Understanding Pain
Module 2 Overview
Pain and Pharmacology
Perceptions of Pain
In This Module
Pain and Pharmacology
Perceptions of Pain
Self-Reflection
Complete Module 2 Evaluation and Claim CE Credits
Complete Module 2 Evaluation and Claim CE Credits
Knowledge Check
Knowledge Check
Module 2

Module 3: Prevention of Misuse and Abuse
Prescribing Guidelines: Chronic Pain
Prescribing Guidelines: Acute Pain
The What, Why, and How of Transitions of Care
Prevention Through Changing Prescribing Practices
Non-Opioid Medications for Pain
The Risk of Using Opioids with Other Medications
Prescription Drug Monitoring Program (PDMP), Part 1
Prescription Drug Monitoring Program (PDMP), Part 2
In This Module
Prescribing Guidelines: Chronic Pain
Prescribing Guidelines: Acute Pain
Dentistry Guidelines
The What, Why, and How of Transitions of Care
Prevention Through Changing Prescribing Practices
Non-Opioid Medications for Pain
The Risk of Using Opioids with Other Medications
Video: Example Program, MAPS
Prescription Drug Monitoring Program (PDMP)
Complete Module 3 Evaluation and Claim CE Credits
Complete Module 3 Evaluation and Claim CE Credits
Knowledge Check
Knowledge Check
Knowledge Check
Knowledge Check
Knowledge Check
Knowledge Check
Knowledge Check
Knowledge Check

Module 4: Working with Patients and the Public
Module 4 Overview
Educating Patients on Safe Opioid Use
Adolescents and Emerging Adults and Opioid Misuse
Opioid Misuse Among Pregnant Women
Opioid Use in Athletes
Chronic Pain and Substance Use Disorder
Conversations about Pain Treatment
Behavioral Interventions for Chronic Pain
Opt-In Program
Educating Patients about Opioid Rescue Drugs (Naloxone)
In This Module
Educating Patients on Safe Opioid Use
Varying Needs of At-Risk Populations
The What, Why, and How of Safe Opioid Disposal
Conversations about Pain Treatment
Behavioral Interventions for Chronic Pain
Educating Patients about Opioid Rescue Drugs (Naloxone)
Role Play about Naloxone
Complete Module 4 Evaluation and Claim CE Credits
Complete Module 4 Evaluation and Claim CE Credits
Knowledge Check
Knowledge Check
Knowledge Check
Knowledge Check
Knowledge Check
Knowledge Check

Module 5: Addiction Treatment and Recovery
Module 5 Overview
Opioid Use Disorder Assessment
Opioid Use Disorder Treatment Plans
Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT)
In This Module
Opioid Use Disorder Assessment
Opioid Use Disorder Treatment Plans
Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT)
Complete Module 5 Evaluation and Claim CE Credits
Complete Module 5 Evaluation and Claim CE Credits
Knowledge Check
Knowledge Check
Knowledge Check

Module 6: Public Policy
Public Policy
Surveillance
State Delivery Models for Opioid Use Disorder Treatment
How to Do Effective Advocacy
Closing Panel
In This Module
Opioid Policy Overview - Required Readings
Opioid Policy Overview - Suggested Readings
Surveillance
State Delivery Models for Opioid Use Disorder Treatment
Insurance Coverage and Reimbursement - Required Readings
Insurance Coverage and Reimbursement - Suggested Readings
How to Do Effective Advocacy
Complete Module 6 Evaluation and Claim CE Credits
Complete Module 6 Evaluation and Claim CE Credits
Course Feedback
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Knowledge Check
Knowledge Check
Knowledge Check
Knowledge Check
Knowledge Check

Summary of User Reviews

Learn about the opioid crisis and its impact on public health in this Coursera course. The course has received positive reviews from users who appreciate its comprehensive content and engaging instructors. Many users found the course to be informative and eye-opening.