S25-401 Advancing Recovery: The Role of Medication in Treating Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
Total Credits: 3 Category I CEs
- Categories:
- 400 Substance Use Disorders | DC Public Health Priorities
- Instructor:
- Jay Unick, PhD
- Course Levels:
- Intermediate
- Duration:
- 3 Hours 15 Minutes
- Target Audience:
- Social Workers, LCPCs, and Psychologists
Description
This training introduces participants to the role of medications in treating Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) and how these medications support long-term recovery. The session will cover the biology of addiction, the mechanisms of FDA-approved medications for OUD, and how these medications integrate with broader recovery support systems. Emphasis will be placed on practical considerations, including how Medicaid and other funding sources can be leveraged to support both pharmacologic treatment and non-clinical recovery supports.
This workshop is in accordance and compliance with the NASW standards with a focus on the principles of service, dignity and worth of the person, importance of human relationships, and competence; and the standard of responsibilities to clients, as professionals, and to the social work profession.
Maryland: This workshop is in compliance with the Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners’ COMAR 10.42.03.06.A(5).
District of Columbia: This workshop is in compliance with the District of Columbia Board of Social Work 17-70-7008.4 and meets the continuing education requirement for DC Public Health Priorities in the following topic: 1. Responsible opioid prescribing and effective pain management.
Handouts
| Advancing Recovery by Jay Unick (3.7 MB) | Available after Purchase | ||
Instructor
Jay Unick, PhD Related Seminars and Products
Dr. Unick is a professor at the University of Maryland School of Social Work. His research interests include social and psychiatric epidemiology, psychiatric diagnosis, health consequences of heroin use, organization and financing of mental health services, and mental health outcome measurement. He currently focuses on building recovery research infrastructure through academic-community partnerships.
Agenda & Learning Objectives
AGENDA:
12:50 pm – 1:00 pm Log on
1:00 pm – 2:30 pm Lecture
2:30 pm – 2:45 pm BREAK
2:45 pm – 4:15 pm Lecture
4:15 Adjournment
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
Upon the completion of this workshop, participants will be able to:
- Identify and describe evidence-based medications approved to treat OUD.
- Understand how recovery support services can complement medication-based treatment.
- Examine how Medicaid and other funding streams can be used to pay for both medications and recovery supports.
Bibliography & References
BIBLIOGRAPHY & REFERENCES
Eddie, D., Hoffman, L., Vilsaint, C., Abry, A., Bergman, B., Hoeppner, B., Weinstein, C., & Kelly, J. F. (2019). Lived experience in new models of care for substance use disorder: A systematic review of peer recovery support services and recovery coaching. Frontiers in Psychology, 10. https://doi.org/10.3389/fpsyg.2019.01052
Gormley, Mirinda Ann, Irene Pericot-Valverde, Liam Diaz, Ashley Coleman, Jonathan Lancaster, Erik Ortiz, Phillip Moschella, Moonseong Heo, and Alain H. Litwin. “Effectiveness of peer recovery support services on stages of the opioid use disorder treatment cascade: A systematic review.” Drug and Alcohol Dependence 229 (December 1, 2021): 109123. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.drugalcdep.2021.109123.
Nesvåg, Sverre, and James R McKay. “Feasibility and effects of digital interventions to support people in recovery from substance use disorders: Systematic review.” Journal of Medical Internet Research 20, no. 8 (August 23, 2018): e255. https://doi.org/10.2196/jmir.9873.
Ashford, Robert D., Brandon G. Bergman, John F. Kelly, and Brenda Curtis. “Systematic Review: Digital Recovery Support Services Used to Support Substance Use Disorder Recovery.” Human Behavior and Emerging Technologies 2, no. 1 (January 2020): 18–32. https://doi.org/10.1002/hbe2.148.
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (2022, April). Recovery and recovery support. https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/recovery
Williams, A. R., Nunes, E. V., Bisaga, A., Pincus, H. A., Johnson, K. A., Campbell, A. N., Remien, R. H., Crystal, S., Friedmann, P. D., Levin, F. R., & Olfson, M. (2018). Developing an opioid use disorder treatment cascade: A review of quality measures. Journal of Substance Abuse Treatment, 91, 57–68. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jsat.2018.06.001
Course Completion & CE Information
Category I Maryland BSWE Requirement
The Office of Continuing Professional Education at the University Of Maryland School Of Social Work is authorized by the Board of Social Work Examiners in Maryland to sponsor social work continuing education programs. This workshop qualifies for 3 Category I Continuing Education Units. The Office of Continuing Professional Education is also authorized by the Maryland Board of Psychologists and the Maryland Board of Professional Counselors to sponsor Category A continuing professional education.
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Evaluation
Participants will have access to the evaluation after attendance has been verified. Evaluations will be available for one (1) week after the workshop has ended.
After one (1) week, participants will no longer have access to the evaluation and will have to contact CPE about reactivation.
Target Audience
Social Workers, LCPCs, and Psychologists
We welcome anyone interested in the topic!
Late Fees and Refunds
The base price is $70, which includes CE credit.
Late Fee: On 7/10/25, a non-refundable late fee of $20 is added to the base price. Late fees cannot be refunded or applied to account credit.
Cancellations: **ALL cancellations will be subjected to a $35.00 administration fee.** To be eligible for a refund or CPE account credit, cancellations must be made at least 24 hours before the workshop.
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Code of Conduct
The Office of Continuing Professional Education at the University of Maryland School of Social Work adheres to the NASW Code of Ethics. This policy is to ensure that the training environment for social work professionals remains respectful, productive, and conducive to learning. Disruptive behavior that interferes with the learning process, disrupts the training experience for others, or undermines the integrity of the program will not be tolerated.
Expectations for Participant Engagement:
In alignment with the NASW Code of Ethics and the University of Maryland Baltimore Code of Conduct, participants are expected to demonstrate professionalism, which includes respecting confidentiality, maintaining a collaborative and respectful tone, and contributing positively to the group dynamic. Disclosures made during the training (e.g., case studies or personal reflections) must be handled with care and in accordance with ethical and legal guidelines.
All participants in the training program are expected to:
- Engage actively in the learning process and show respect for the opinions and contributions of others.
- Demonstrate professionalism in both attitude and behavior, maintaining respect for instructors, peers, and the training environment.
- Maintain open communication by expressing concerns or disagreements constructively and respectfully.
- Follow the guidelines and expectations provided by instructors and facilitators.
- Support a collaborative learning environment where all participants feel valued and safe to contribute.
Instructors and CPE staff reserve the right to dismiss participants who do not adhere to ethical/professional principles and standards. If removed, CEs will be adjusted to reflect the time attended, unless otherwise specified.
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