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PTSD for Adults/Veterans: Evidence-Based Psychological Treatments
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Learn evidence-based PTSD treatments, including Cognitive Processing Therapy and Prolonged Exposure. This course covers trauma recovery, pharmacological options, and care strategies for clinicians and survivors.

PTSD for Adults/Veterans: Evidence-Based Psychological Treatments
Learn evidence-based PTSD treatments, including Cognitive Processing Therapy and Prolonged Exposure. This course covers trauma recovery, pharmacological options, and care strategies for clinicians and survivors.
Nationally & state accredited
Course Features
What you'll learn
At the conclusion of this course, participants will be able to:
Discuss the Three-stage Model of Trauma Recovery and its relevance to PTSD treatment.
Differentiate treatment options for Acute Stress Reactions, Acute Stress Disorder, and PTSD among adults.
Identify the 4 most widely used evidence-based psychological treatment options available to treat PTSD including, Prolonged Exposure Therapy; Cognitive Processing Therapy; Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR); and Stress Inoculation Treatment – as well as available pharmacological and alternative/complementary treatment options.
Clinically predict and address 2 key treatment-related issues that arise when working in this domain to overcome impediments in forming a therapeutic alliance and ensure management of one’s own trauma-related counteractivations, as well as promote self-care.
Course description
Over the past 30 years, multiple evidence-based psychosocial and pharmacological treatments have been developed for the treatment of Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Several national and international treatment guidelines have also been created to assist health providers and clients with the selection and utilization of the best evidence-based treatments for PTSD. This online CE course will present an overview of the three-phase model of trauma recovery and PTSD treatment. Treatment options for various reactions to trauma including acute stress reactions, acute stress disorder, and acute and chronic PTSD will be discussed and an in-depth review of the most widely used evidence-based psychosocial treatment models for veterans and other adult survivors with PTSD is presented (e.g., Cognitive Processing Therapy, Prolonged Exposure Therapy, Stress Inoculation Training, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing). Pharmacological and alternative/complementary treatment options for PTSD will also be addressed, along with common clinical issues associated with the treatment, such as vicarious traumatization and self-care issues among treatment providers.
Course content
Overview
The Three-Stage Model of Trauma Recovery: The Theory Guiding the Interventions
Treatment Guidelines to Assist Clinicians
Early Interventions for Acute Stress Reactions and Acute Stress Disorder
Evidence-Based Psychological Treatments for Trauma and Posttraumatic Stress Disorder: The Longer View
Barriers to Psychological Treatment and Sociocultural Considerations
Pharmacotherapy for PTSD
Complementary and Alternative Medicine Approaches for PTSD
Common Clinical Issues in the Treatment of Traumatized Clients
Summary and Clinical Considerations
Web-based Resources
References
Course details
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Instructor
Psychotherapist in Private Practice; Member-at-Large and Co-Chair of the Diversity and Multicultural Committee, Division 56 (Trauma Psychology) of the American Psychological Association. Dr. Ruglass has received awards and grants from the National Institutes on Health and the City College City SEEDS program. She has published peer-reviewed articles and presented her work nationally and internationally. She is co-author of the book Psychology of Trauma 101 (forthcoming from Springer Publishing Company). Interests: assessment and integrated treatment of trauma, PTSD and substance use disorders (SUDs); understanding the biopsychosocial mechanisms underlying SUDs; gender and cultural issues in trauma; and cultural competence.
Ideal CE course for these professions
This continuing education course is especially relevant for these healthcare professions, but other professionals may also benefit
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Frequently asked questions
How many CE credits does this course provide?
This course, "PTSD for Adults/Veterans: Evidence-Based Psychological Treatments", provides 3 contact hours of continuing education credit upon successful completion.
Is this course accredited?
Yes, this course is accredited by Nursing, Mental Health. AchieveCE is an approved provider of continuing education for healthcare professionals.
Which professions is this course approved for?
This course is especially relevant for: Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Certified Nursing Assistant, Autonomous Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, Advanced Practice Nurse Prescribers, Social Worker Intern, Certified Nurse Midwife, Licensed Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Certified Master Social Worker, Licensed Independent Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Independent Social Worker, Nursing Assistive Personnel, Certified Nurse Aides, Registered Nurse Practitioner, Advanced Practice Nurses, Forensic Nurse-CSA, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, Psychiatric Nurse, Clinical Nurse Specialist, APRN - Certified Nurse Midwife, Licensed Practical Nurse, Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Psychiatric Technician Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, Registered Nurse, Licensed Nursing Assistant, Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, Public Health Nurse, Licensed Vocational Nurse, Licensed Mental Health Counselor Intern, Licensed Masters Social Worker, Master's Social Work, Certified Nurse Specialist, Licensed Certified Social Worker, Licensed Baccalaureate Social Worker, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Intern, Licensed Independent Social Worker Dual, Certified Nursing Assistant, Registered Social Worker Assistant, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Supervisor, Bachelor's Social Worker, Licensed Independent Social Worker Advanced Practice, Licensed Graduate Social Worker, Licensed Independent Social Worker Clinical Practice. Other healthcare professionals may also benefit from this continuing education content.
How do I report my CE credits after completing this course?
Your credits are automatically and instantly reported to CE Broker upon successful completion. No manual reporting is required on your part.
Will I receive a certificate of completion?
Yes, you will receive a certificate of completion immediately after finishing the course and passing the assessment. The certificate can be downloaded and printed directly from your account.
What is your refund policy?
We offer a 30-day money-back guarantee. If you are not satisfied with your purchase, you can request a full refund within 30 days of purchase.
How long do I have to complete this course?
You have unlimited time to complete the course at your own pace. Once purchased, the course is available in your account until its expiration date. You can pause and resume at any time.
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I am always interested in continuing education in the areas of health, wellness, nutrition and mental health. Your course was well written, well organized and helpful in meeting state licensure requirements.
Very well written, easy to digest, time efficient, and straight to the point. Thank you!
I appreciate the convenience of the course being online and accessible through my phone and that it directly reports to CEBroker to support mandated education requirements.
I really loved this information. I was hospitalized last year for almost a month and I noticed multiple medical errors (not being hooked up to my IV multiple times, given wrong medication which caused my sodium to be very low, etc.) which lengthened my stay. I can now define those exact errors and better understand what happened to me. I hate that these medical errors are so common and I appreciate how well laid out your breakdown and categorization of them was.
Very well written, easy to digest, time efficient, and straight to the point. Thank you!
I appreciate the convenience of the course being online and accessible through my phone and that it directly reports to CEBroker to support mandated education requirements.
I really loved this information. I was hospitalized last year for almost a month and I noticed multiple medical errors (not being hooked up to my IV multiple times, given wrong medication which caused my sodium to be very low, etc.) which lengthened my stay. I can now define those exact errors and better understand what happened to me. I hate that these medical errors are so common and I appreciate how well laid out your breakdown and categorization of them was.
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Requirements & disclosures
Financial Disclosures
This activity was developed by AchieveCE free of any commercial support. The following individuals have indicated that they have no financial relationships with an ineligible company that may impact upon this activity:
Lesia M. Ruglass, PhD - Content Expert and Faculty
Patricia Dunn, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC - Nurse Planner
Gracielle Tubera - Content Reviewer
Luke Porter – Content Reviewer
Dianne Arroyo - Activity Publisher
Passing Grade
Participants must achieve a passing score on the activity post-test, which may be 70% or 80%, depending on the course. They must also complete an activity evaluation. There are no time limits and unlimited test-taking attempts. Credits will be reported automatically to CE Broker if your license information is entered correctly in your profile.
Hardware Requirements
Windows 8.1, Windows 10, Mac OS X 10.1+, iOS 10+, Android 4.3+
Software Requirements
Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Mozilla Firefox, Adobe Acrobat Reader
Network Requirements
Broadband Internet Connection: T1, Hi-speed DSL or Cable4G cellular connection
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