D01: Drug Abuse Prevention Mastery Exam

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CE Hours

30 CE Credits

Course Description

This course examines the basic principles and practices in many areas of drug abuse prevention. It covers wellness, tobacco and alcohol prevention, drug abuse, addiction, marijuana, prevention values, and spiritual health across ten modules.

Course Learning Objectives

At the end of this course, learners will be able to:

  • Describe drug abuse
  • Describe the characteristics and effect of various harmful drugs
  • Identify the main issues in drug prevention and wellness
  • Present plans for a drug prevention program

Course Format and Faculty

Course Format:

Online linked resources and lectures available anytime, 24/7. Includes one multiple-choice exam taken at the end of the course. A passing grade of 75% is required. Upon passing, learners may print their certificate immediately.

Course Developers and Instructors:

R. Klimes, PhD, MPH (Johns Hopkins University) is a scholar and author in health-related research, health behaviors, ethics, end-of-life care, and overall wellness. He has written numerous research reports and books and has held academic and leadership roles in higher education and public health internationally.

Course Time:

Approximately 30 hours for online study, test taking, course evaluation feedback, and certificate printing.

Course Content

Section 1: Course Overview
Lesson 1: How This Course Works
Lesson 2: Overview: Principles of Drug Abuse Prevention
Section 2: The Ten Modules
Lesson 1: D11: Improving My Wellness
Lesson 2: D12: Tobacco Prevention
Lesson 3: D13: Smoke-Free in 3 Weeks
Lesson 4: D14: Prevent Drug Abuse
Lesson 5: D15: Alcohol Problems
Lesson 6: D16: Marijuana Impact
Lesson 7: D17: Help with Addiction
Lesson 8: D18: Prevention Values
Lesson 9: D19: DrugFree Kids
Lesson 10: D20: Spiritual Health
Section 3: Mastery Exam
Lesson 1: 60-Question Comprehensive Exam
Final Quiz
D01: Drug Abuse Prevention Mastery Exam