Substance Use and Treatment in FASD

Substance Use and Treatment in FASD

This online training was developed alongside the guide “Moving Towards FASD-Informed Care In Substance Use Treatment”. Both serve to outline current practices that can support individuals with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) who are in treatment for substance use.

Across Canada, substance use and addiction represent serious health concerns. High levels of alcohol and drug misuse are reported for individuals with FASD. The brain-based differences that people with FASD have contribute to challenges engaging or remaining in substance use treatment. These difficulties are above and beyond the many other barriers that can exist for anyone seeking treatment.

In this training we provide consolidated and expanded knowledge regarding appropriate substance use treatment approaches for individuals with FASD. It is likely that most substance use treatment providers have worked and are working with individuals who have FASD. We adopt the perspective that individuals with FASD can benefit from treatment support that is well-suited to their unique neurodevelopmental needs.

The course includes four primary section that contain a total of 17 modules of content:

• Understanding the Person
• Applying an FASD Lens to the Treatment Cycle
• Enhancing Program Practices to be FASD-Informed
• Enacting Person-First Program Philosophies

To recognize the incredible work done by addictions and substance use professionals, and to raise awareness of FASD, we are pleased to offer a discounted rate for this course until the end of FASD Awareness Month (September). Instead of the regular rate of $80.00, you can now purchase this course for $50.00 CAD. That is a savings of $30.00!  

This special rate will expire on September 30, 2025, so sign up now! Participants can complete the course at their own pace over the course of a year and will receive a certificate upon completion.