Summary
Addiction 101
This program is intended for those individuals working in the Behavioral Health and Substance Abuse Fields
Presented by: Bernard Lucas, M.Ed
Upon the completion of the program the participants should be able to:
1. Discuss the definition of addiction
2. Analyze the causes of addiction
3. Identify the main symptoms of the disease of addiction
4. Recognize the stages of dependency and review the progression of the disease
5. Analyze the negative consequences of the disease of addiction
6. Discuss the role of denial in the disease process of substance abuse and addiction
7. Recognize triggers and how they correlate to the dopamine system
8. Review behavioral techniques to modify the urges presented by triggers
9. Identify the physiological and psychological effects of substance abuse
This Program is being held at the Erie Zem Zem Shrine Club 2525 West 38th Street,
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Course Completion Requirements
To successfully complete a live classroom course offered by Premier Education Services, Inc., attendees must attend a minimum of 100 percent of the course. To receive continuing education credits, attendees must complete the registration process and complete all fields of the course evaluation. Attendees must also register for the specific credits desired prior to the beginning of the course, sign in and out of the course, and complete proper paperwork to verify licensure. Attendees should come prepared with license information. Normally certificates are given after each class to all attendees who have registered in advance. If not received in class, certificates will be promptly mailed or faxed.
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Cancellation Policy
Premier Education Services, Inc. reserves the right to cancel any live classroom course that does not have enough participants to offer a viable educational experience. Registered attendees will be notified one week prior to the course’s start date. Program cancellations will also be listed on the Premier Education Services, Inc. website at www.premiereducation.us. If weather is a contributing factor, all local news formats will also be notified of course cancellation.
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Refund Policy
Live classroom course fees apply per person per event. Attendees must submit a written request for a refund two weeks prior to the scheduled course date. Refunds will not be given for cancellations made fewer than two weeks prior to the scheduled course date. All refunds are subject to a non-refundable administrative fee. Attendees may send a substitute in their place without incurring additional fees.
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Course Etiquette & Details
Attendees should turn off or silence cell phones when attending a live classroom course offered by Premier Education Services, Inc. and are asked to step outside of the room if it is necessary to answer a call. It is difficult to maintain room temperatures that are comfortable to all participants. Attendees should be aware that room temperatures could vary throughout the conference centerand should dress appropriately to stay comfortable.
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Special Accommodations & Dietary Restrictions
Every effort will be made to accommodate the special needs and dietary restrictions of attendees. To request special accommodations or report dietary restrictions, please contact Premier Education Services, Inc.at joe@preferrededucation.com.
Phone: 814-456-0406
Fax: 814-455-7026
Email: joe@premiereducation.us
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Disclosures
Premier Education Services, Inc. has not received commercial support for this course. Accreditation does not imply endorsement by Preferred Systems, Inc. of any commercial products or services mentioned in conjunction with this course.
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Questions
Please direct all questions to Premier Education Services, Inc. at:
Premier Education Services, Inc.
3504 State Street
Erie, PA 16508
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