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Treating Gambling Problems
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Treating Gambling Problems

A comprehensive 15-hour advanced-level course providing in-depth training in gambling addiction assessment and treatment. Covers DSM-5 diagnostic criteria, Canadian screening and assessment tools, the spectrum of gambling disorders, risk factors, evidence-based treatment approaches (CBT, motivational interviewing, brief interventions), relapse prevention strategies, co-occurring conditions, and special populations. Emphasizes Canadian context, clinical practice integration, and practical skill development for specialized practitioners.

Lifetime accessCertificate of completion25 lessonsMobile & desktop
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingConcurrent DisordersAssessment & ScreeningCrisis InterventionRelapse PreventionGambling & Behavioural Addictions
Treating Gambling Problems
$150CAD
15 CEU hrs

What you'll learn

Apply DSM-5 diagnostic criteria for gambling disorder with clinical precision
Administer and interpret validated Canadian assessment tools (PGSI, CAGI, Lie/Bet, SOGS-RA)
Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments across the gambling severity spectrum
Assess and treat co-occurring mental health and substance use conditions
Implement evidence-based treatments: cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational enhancement, and brief interventions

Professional Recognition

CACCF - Canadian Addiction Counsellors Certification Federation - Approved CEU Provider

Approved for 15 Continuing Education Hours from The CACCF

Eligible for professional development credit with:

CRPOCollege of Registered Psychotherapists of OntarioBCACCBC Association of Clinical CounsellorsOCSWSSWOntario College of Social Workers and Social Service WorkersBCCSWBC College of Social WorkersACSWAlberta College of Social WorkersCNOCollege of Nurses of OntarioBCCNMBC College of Nurses and MidwivesCRNACollege of Registered Nurses of AlbertaIC&RCInternational Certification & Reciprocity Consortium
Disclaimer
These bodies use self-directed professional development models and do not pre-approve CE providers or courses. Registrants are responsible for determining whether activities align with their individual learning goals. Certificate of completion provided for your professional development records.
Develop individualized relapse prevention and recovery maintenance plans
Work effectively with special populations including youth, Indigenous peoples, and vulnerable groups
Navigate Canadian gambling treatment landscape and provincial resources
Apply culturally-sensitive and trauma-informed approaches in clinical practice
Manage complex and treatment-resistant gambling cases

Requirements

  • Professional clinical training or experience in addiction/mental health (minimum 2 years recommended)
  • Familiarity with basic addiction and mental health assessment concepts
  • Understanding of Canadian healthcare and social service systems
  • Current professional license or credential in relevant field (social work, psychology, nursing, counselling, medicine)

Who this course is for

  • Family physicians and medical specialists in Canada
  • Licensed clinical psychologists and psychiatrists
  • Addiction counselors and treatment specialists
  • Social workers and mental health professionals
  • Nurses and healthcare practitioners in addiction/mental health
  • College family physicians seeking advanced gambling specialization

Course Content

5 sections • 25 lessons • 15 hours total length

About this course

A comprehensive 15-hour advanced-level course providing in-depth training in gambling addiction assessment and treatment. Covers DSM-5 diagnostic criteria, Canadian screening and assessment tools, the spectrum of gambling disorders, risk factors, evidence-based treatment approaches (CBT, motivational interviewing, brief interventions), relapse prevention strategies, co-occurring conditions, and special populations. Emphasizes Canadian context, clinical practice integration, and practical skill development for specialized practitioners.