Substance Use and The Workplace Course

The Substance Use & the Workplace course is for any employer or business leader who wishes take a proactive and informed approach to dealing with the complex issues of employee substance misuse and its ripple effect on the workplace. 

There is a staggering number of people using substances that affect their performance in the workplace. Even more staggering is the impact on businesses, people’s lives and the communities where we live and work. Learn how to recognize potential substance use, be proactive through policy and programs, and respond responsibly.

This multi-media course, created in partnership with Cook Family Learning and Caron Treatment Centers, is designed to meet the needs of organizational leaders who want to take a proactive and informed approach to address substance use disorder.

The course is web-based and does not require an LMS integration. For organizations with an enterprise-wide LMS, the course is available in SCORM compliant format.

Course topics include:

• Introduction from Stephen Kane, DMD | Caron Treatment Centers Board Member
• Explore the impact to your bottom line based on the size of your organization
• A CEO’s Perspective: Doug Tieman of Caron Treatment Centers
• Consider the varying impacts of substance use through diverse scenario-based stories from a variety of workplaces
• Recognize behaviors related to harmful and hazardous substance use
• Explore how to address the issue
• Identify workplace solutions for prevention and treatment
• Hear from Andi Funk, former CEO and VP of the Americas, Enersys, on the benefits of creating a supportive corporate culture.
• Access library of additional resources and tools

Expected Learning Outcomes
After completing the course, participants will be able to:

• Explore the potential financial impact for your specific organization.
• Understand the various ways substance use can impact the workplace.
• Recognize behaviors consistent with substance abuse.
• Learn strategies to address issues related to substance use.
• Identify workplace solutions for prevention and treatment
• Find ways you can create a positive and supportive culture.

Certificate of Completion

A printable Certificate of Completion is provided upon completion of this course. The certificate can be displayed, used to apply for continuing education credits, or to document your hours of professional development.