The classification of addictions is broad and is constantly being up to date. As a specialized physician, it is your duty to know them in order to offer a more adapted treatment to your patients"

In recent decades, substance addictions have been joined by addictions where there is no substance that produces dependence, but rather a habit or behavior. This has only come to renew and update the previously existing classification of addictions, and this is what justifies and gives usefulness to programs like this one from TECH, which allows to know the most Updated Taxonomy of Addictions to be able to choose the most appropriate approach in each case. 

In addition, and what makes this program unique from others, is the possibility of updating knowledge based on the latest scientific rigor in a 100% online way. In this way, and understanding how demanding the medical profession is, TECH gives students the opportunity to update their skills without having to give up their work, family or personal activity.

Likewise, the teaching team of this program has made a careful selection of each of the topics of this Postgraduate certificate. All this with the aim of offering the physician an opportunity to study as complete as possible and always related to current events.

Nowadays, centers and hospitals around the world are demanding medical specialists who are knowledgeable about the uniqueness of each of the addictions. If you want to hold such a position, do not hesitate to take this program"

This Postgraduate certificate in Updated Taxonomy of Addictions contains the most complete and up-to-date scientific program on the market. The most important features include:

• Development of clinical cases presented by medical experts
• The graphic, schematic, and practical contents with which they are created, provide scientific and practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional practice
• New diagnostic and therapeutic developments on the performance of Updated Taxonomy of Addictions
• An algorithm-based interactive learning system for decision-making in the clinical situations presented throughout the course
• With a special emphasis on evidence-based medicine and research methodologies 
  in emergencies
• All of this will be complemented by theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments
• Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection

This Postgraduate certificate is the best investment you can make when selecting a refresher program, for two reasons: in addition to updating your knowledge in Updated Taxonomy of Addictions, you will obtain a qualification endorsed by TECH Global University"

It includes, in its teaching staff, health professionals, who bring to this program their work experience, as well as renowned specialists belonging to leading scientific societies. 

Thanks to its multimedia content developed with the latest educational technology,it will allow the professional a situated and contextual learning, that is to say, a simulated environment that will provide an immersive learning programmed to prepare in real situations. 

This program is designed around Problem-Based Learning, whereby the physicians must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise during the course. For this purpose, the student will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts.

With TECH you will be able to take your career a step further without giving up the rest of your daily activities"

Knowing the most up-to-date classification of addictions is crucial to be able to choose the most appropriate treatment in each case"

The structure of the contents has been designed by a team of professionals who are aware of the implications of educational updating in daily medical practice, especially in the field of addiction treatment. This full awareness has led them to design for this Postgraduate certificate the most complete syllabus and materials to offer the student a complete, contextual learning adapted to the current needs of the profession.

This Postgraduate certificate contains the most complete and up-to-date scientific program on the market”

Module 1. Current Classification of Addictions and Their Basic Concepts 

1.1. Situation of Drugs on the International Level
1.2. Epidemiology of Addictions
1.3. Neurobiology of Addiction 
1.4. Psychosocial Factors Related to Addictions
1.5. The Role of the Psychologist in the Treatment of Addictions
1.6. Classification of Substances Which Lead to Addiction 
1.7. Basic Concepts in Addictions: Use, Abuse, Dependence, Tolerance, Abstinence, Craving, Polyconsumption
1.8. Classification of Disorders Related to Substance Abuse and Addictive Disorders
1.9. Classification of Non-Substance-Related Addictive Disorders
1.10. Comorbidity and Dual Pathology 

Module 2. Assessment, Prevention and Psychological Treatment in Addictions

2.1. Assessment of the Physical Field and General State of Health
2.2. Assessment Through Laboratory Tests
2.3. Assessment of Neuropsychological Aspects
2.4. Assessment of Personality and Its Disorders
2.5. Assessment of Mental State and Its Disorders
2.6. Assessment of the Severity of Addiction to Substances
2.7. Assessment of the Severity of Addiction Not Related to Substances
2.8. Assessment of Psychosocial Aspects 
2.9. Prevention of Addictions
2.10. Principles to Follow in the Treatment of Addictions
2.11. Therapeutic Objectives in the Treatment of Addictions and Motivation Towards Change
2.12. Transtheoretical Model
2.13. Cognitive-Behavioural Treatment: Commonly Used Techniques
2.14. Treatment Oriented Towards the Family
2.15. Group Therapy
2.16. Other Focuses of Treatment
2.17. Care Resources and Devices and Addiction Treatment

Become an agent of social change through your ability to address addictions from a unique perspective with this TECH Postgraduate certificate"