MILITARY AND VETERAN-RELATED ONLINE COURSES AND WEBINARS
FOR CIVILIAN HEALTHCARE PROVIDERS
Military Culture:
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Sponsored by the National Center for PTSD and prepared by Patricia Watson, Ph.D., Dartmouth
University, Understanding Military Culture When Treating PTSD is a free online course (1 hour)
that provides valuable information to civilian providers when they work with military and
veterans’ families. The course is available at:
http://www.ptsd.va.gov/professional/ptsd101/course-modules/military_culture.asp
Learning objectives are (1) to describe military terms and demographics; (2) to discuss stressors
in the military; (3) to report programs offered by the Department of Defense (DoD) relevant to
combat and operational stress, and (4) to describe implications of military culture for clinicians.
One hour of continuing education units (CEUs) is available.
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Funded by the Uniformed Services University of Health Services, the Center for Deployment
Psychology offers an online course (75 minutes) on Military Cultural Competence that can be
taken for a fee of $30 can be taken for credit (1.25 CEUs) at Relias Learning’s (formerly known as
Essential Learning) website: http://www.cequick.com/Military-Cultural-Competence.aspx.
Learning objectives include: (1) to explain the military rank structure and organization and
distinguish the primary mission and core values of each branch of service; (2) to describe
differences and similarities between Active and Reserve components; (3) to discuss
demographic characteristics of Service members; and (4) to recognize general and deploymentrelated military terms.
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Developed by Harold Kudler, M.D., and Charlotte Wilmer, M.S.W., L.C.S.W., the Treating the
Invisible Wounds of War (TTIWW) series is a collaboration of the Citizen Soldier Support
Program, the Area Health Education Centers (AHECs) in North Carolina, and the Mental Illness
Research, Education, and Clinical Center (MIRECC) of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
VISN 6. Each new training is first taught as a full-day workshop, offered by AHECs throughout
the State. Subsequently, the courses are adapted into online courses at a shorter length, and
like the workshops, the online courses are free. All courses are available at:
http://www.aheconnect.com/citizensoldier/courses.asp.
o Treating the Invisible Wounds of War (TIWW) series (English and Spanish editions)
Learning objectives are (1) to identify strategies for establishing and maintaining a therapeutic
alliance with combat veterans and their families by examining military structure and culture and
the combat experience; (2) to examine the current knowledge of trauma and PTSD and how it is
unique to military personnel; (3) to identify frames of mental health assessment and treatment
options for military personnel; (4) to identify how family relationships are impacted by
mobilization, deployment and redeployment; and (5) to identify services available for Veterans
and their families, including those provided by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and
TRICARE. Four hours of CEUs are available.
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o TTIWW: A Primary Care Approach
Learning objectives are (1) to identify barriers to receipt of mental health care by returning
military service members and veterans; (2) to identify strategies for establishing and maintaining
a therapeutic alliance by understanding military culture; (3) to demonstrate the ability to
diagnose PTSD and monitor response to treatment; (4) ) to demonstrate the ability to screen for
mild TBI using standard psychological tests; (5) to describe the components used in assessment
of suicide risk. One hour of CEU is available.
o TTIWW: Issues of Women Returning from Combat
Learning objectives are (1) to explain the history of women in combat and the scope of the
problem; (2) to describe the importance of military culture; (3) to identify psychological issues
unique to women returning from combat; (4) to recognize child development issues for women
returning from combat; (5) to discuss gender-specific treatments; (6) to describe mental health
care resources including TRICARE insurance. Three hours of CEUs are available.
o TTIWW: Recognizing the Signs of mTBI during Routine Eye Examinations
Learning objectives are (1) to define mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) and its impact on vision;
(2) to review the pathophysiology of mTBI; (3) to define the role of mTBI on cranial nerves and
visual pathway damage resulting in visual problems; (4) to identify the primary tools of
optometric assessment; (5) to identify methods of assessing facial and ocular injuries as they
relate to mTBI; (6) to outline the effects of vascular compromise that occur in mTBI; (7) to
describe health care resources of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and TRICARE. Two
hours of CEUs are available.
o TTIWW: Employee Assistance in the Civilian Workforce
Learning objectives are: (1) to describe military culture and structure, (2) to recognize the
potential impact that deployment and reintegration may have on service members and their
families, (3) to recognize the potential impact that deployment and reintegration issues may
have on a service member transitioning between the military workplace and civilian workplaces,
(4) to recognize the issues common to employees with military backgrounds, (5), to identify
ways to assist employees and members of management to better understand the impact of
deployment on the employee performance in the civilian workplace, and (6) to list various
military & Veteran-related resources that are available for referral.
Sleep Disturbances:
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The Defense Center of Excellence for Psychological Health and Traumatic Brain Injury offers this
1.5 hour online webinar, Treating Sleep Problems in PTSD and TBI. Participants may download
the audio portion as well as the PowerPoint slides for the three presentations. It is unclear
whether continuing education credits continue to be available although St. Louis University
offered CEUs when the webinar was first offered in February 2012. The purpose of the webinar
is to examine sleep disturbances and to discuss promising behavioral and pharmacological
treatments for sleep problems associated with PTSD and TBI. For additional information, see
http://www.dcoe.health.mil/NewsArticle.aspx?id=2980; for slides, go to
http://www.dcoe.health.mil/Content/Navigation/Documents/Treating%20Sleep%20Problems%
20in%20PTSD%20and%20TBI.pdf.
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The Center for Deployment Psychology offers a 2-DVD set (3 hr. 20 min. lecture) developed by
William Brim, Psy.D., (Deputy Director of the Center for Deployment Psychology) on the
Assessment and Treatment of Sleep Disturbance Associated with Deployment. Three hours of
CEUs are available. It is also available as a downloadable podcast or streaming video. . The
DVD set costs $75 and is available at:
http://www.pesi.com/bookstore/Assessment___Treatment_of_Sleep_Disturbance_Associated_
with_Deployment-details.aspx. Learning objectives are (1) to increase knowledge about the
prevalence and kinds of sleep problems experienced by military personnel; (2) to review clinical
strategies and interventions to assist service members with sleep problems; (3) to provide
research to support specific sleep interventions. Three hours of CEUs are available.
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Sponsored by the National Center for PTSD and prepared by Bruce Capehart, M.D. and Jason
DeViva, Ph.D., Sleep Problems, Insomnia, and PTSD is a free online course (1 hour) that provides
an overview of the VA/DoD 2010 Clinical Practice Guideline recommendations for managing
sleep problems and PTSD. The presenters describe primary sleep disorders and comorbid
conditions, as well as a general approach and evidence-based pharmacotherapy and
psychotherapy interventions to treat these issues. The course is available at:
http://www.ptsd.va.gov/professional/ptsd101/course-modules/sleep.asp. Learning objectives
are (1) to review the 2010 VA/DoD Clinical Practice Guideline recommendations for medical
management of insomnia; (2) to identify three comorbid conditions and three primary sleep
disorders likely to affect sleep in Veterans with PTSD; (3) to describe the evidence base for three
pharmacotherapies and three psychotherapies in the treatment of sleep problems related to
PTSD, and (4) to describe a general approach to assessing and treating sleep problems
associated with PTSD. Continuing education credits are not yet available.
Combat Stress Injuries:
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Sponsored by the National Center for PTSD and prepared by William Nash, M.D. (U.S. Navy
Medical Corp), Combat Stress Injuries is a free online course (1 hour) that examines the
common stressors of operational military deployments, from the merely annoying through the
potentially devastating, and places such experiences in their context defined by military cultural
values and identity. The normal process of adaptation to stress is described, and it is contrasted
with the injuries that can be inflicted on the mind and brain when adaptive capacities are
exceeded. The three major mechanisms of stress injury are listed, and the effects of one of them
(traumatic stress) are described in detail. The course is available at:
http://www.ptsd.va.gov/professional/ptsd101/course-modules/combat-stress-injuries.asp
Learning objectives are (1) to describe the major stressors of combat and operational military
deployments, and of subsequent homecoming; (2) to describe the two main reasons for the gap
between relatively frequent adverse stress responses during deployment and relatively mental
health diagnosis and treatment after deployment; (3) to describe the three tactics of normal
adaptation to stress, and the normal time course for adaptation and re-adaptation; (4) to
describe the differences between normal adaptive responses to stress and those that are
symptomatic of a stress injury, and list the three common mechanisms of stress injury; and (5)
to describe the major components of traumatic stress injuries, and the nature of the biological
and psychosocial damage such injuries entail. One hour of CEUs is available.
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Trauma-Informed Care:
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Funded by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration and developed by
the National Crime Victims Research and Treatment Center of the Medical College of South
Carolina, Trauma-focused Cognitive Based Therapy is a free online course, which is available at:
http://tfcbt.musc.edu/. The course modules address the topics of [1] psychoeducation, [2]
stress management, [3] affect expression and modulation, [4] cognitive coping, [5] creating the
trauma narrative, [6] cognitive processing, [7] behavior management training, and [8] parentchild sessions. Continuing education credit for CPTWeb is awarded on a module-by-module
basis; however, all modules (i.e., the entire course) must be completed in order to receive the
ten hours of credit. A Certificate of Completion is available for printing once the final evaluation
is submitted.
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The Center for Deployment Psychology offers an interactive online introductory course (75
minutes) on Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) for PTSD in
Veterans and Military Personnel (Course 113), that provides an overview of CPT, an evidencebased cognitive-behavioral treatment for PTSD. The course can be taken for credit (1.25 CEUs)
for a fee of $30 at Relias Learning’swebsite: http://www.cequick.com/Cognitive-ProcessingTherapy-for-PTSD-in-Veterans-Military-Personnel.aspx. Learning objectives are (1) to describe
the psychological theories behind CPT; (2) to summarize the empirical evidence for CPT’s
effectiveness; and (3) to give an overview of the CPT protocol.
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The Center for Deployment Psychology offers an interactive online course (75 minutes) that
provides an overview of prolonged exposure (PE) therapy, Prolonged Exposure (PE) Therapy for
PTSD in Veterans and Military Personnel. The course can be taken for credit (1.25 CEUs) for a fee
of $30 at Relias Learning’swebsite: http://www.cequick.com/Prolonged-Exposure-Therapy-forPTSD-for-Veterans-and-Military-Service-Personnel.aspx. Learning objectives are (1) to discuss
the theoretical underpinnings for PE; (2) to summarize the empirical support for PE; and (3) to
describe therapy procedures to include in-vivo and imaginal exposure and explain the general
course of the treatment protocol.
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Sponsored by the National Center for PTSD and prepared by Sheila Rauch, Ph.D. , ABPP (Director
of the SeRV-MH Program at the VA Ann Arbor Health Care System), Prolonged Exposure
Therapy is a free online course (1 hour) that describes the clinical application of prolonged
exposure (PE) and provides a thorough review of research supporting its use for PTSD. The
course is available at: http://www.ptsd.va.gov/professional/ptsd101/coursemodules/prolonged_exposure.asp. Learning objectives are (1) to summarize the Veteran's
Affairs / Department of Defense (DoD) 2010 Clinical Practice Guideline for PTSD; (2) to review
the empirical evidence supporting PE; (3) to describe and demonstrate the clinical application of
PE. CEU is not yet available.
The Clinical Practice Guideline Management of Traumatic Stress Disorder and Acute Stress
Reaction (2010) is available at:
http://www.healthquality.va.gov/Post_Traumatic_Stress_Disorder_PTSD.asp
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Posttraumatic Stress Disorders (PTSD):
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Sponsored by the National Center for PTSD and developed by Paula Schnurr, Ph.D. (Deputy
Director of the National Center for PTSD), and Jaimie Gradus, D.Sc., (Epidemiologist, National
Center for PTSD), the free online course, Epidemiology of PTSD, is available at:
http://www.ptsd.va.gov/professional/ptsd101/course-modules/epidemiology.asp
Learning objectives are (1) to understand key epidemiologic concepts; (2) to describe factors
that influence prevalence estimates in a given sample; and (3) to evaluate prevalence estimates
for PTSD in civilian and Veteran populations. Information on CEUs was not provided.
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The Center for Deployment Psychology offers an interactive online course (90 minutes),
Epidemiology of PTSD in Military Personnel and Veterans: Working with Service Members and
Veterans with PTSD. The course can be taken for credit (1.5 CEUs) for a fee of $30 at Relias
Learning’swebsite: http://www.cequick.com/Epidemiology-of-PTSD-in-Military-Personnel-andVeterans.aspx. Learning objectives are (1) to describe the prevalence of trauma and PTSD, as
well as factors that contribute to the development of PTSD; (2) to recognize types of trauma
exposure and emotional reactions for OIF/OEF Veterans; (3) to identify empirically-validated
assessment tools and evidence-based treatments for PTSD; and (4) to recognize the stigma and
barriers Servicemembers and Veterans face related to seeking care for PTSD.
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Posttraumatic Stress Disorder is part of the Treating the Invisible Wounds of War series
(http://www.aheconnect.com/citizensoldier/courses.asp), which is a collaboration of the Citizen
Soldier Support Program, the Area Health Education Centers in North Carolina, and the MIRECC.
Together with TBI and women Veterans, PTSD is a free 4-hour online course. A description of
the course is under Military Culture.
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The U.S. Department of Defense Military Health System offers a series of courses on PTSD to
civilian providers that can be accessed at: http://www.humana-military.com/LearningLibrary/online-learning/dod-online-learning.asp
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The National Center for PTSD offers many free online courses as part of their PTSD 101 series.
The entire series is available at: http://www.ptsd.va.gov/professional/ptsd101/coursemodules/course-modules.asp
The basics are taught in the courses included in the PTSD 101 Core Curriculum.
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What is PTSD?
Developed by Jessica Hamblen, Ph.D., this course provides an overview of post-traumatic
stress disorder (PTSD). The author outlines the history of the diagnosis and the current DSMIV-TR diagnostic criteria, which includes a detailed description of each symptom cluster.
Prevalence rates, course, comorbidity, and risk factors for both civilian and veteran
populations are reported from the National Comorbidity Study and other recent
investigations. This course is available at:
http://www.ptsd.va.gov/professional/ptsd101/course-modules/what-is-ptsd.asp
Learning objectives are (1) to describe the diagnostic criteria for PTSD; (2) to describe the
prevalence, consequences, and longitudinal course of PTSD in civilian and Veteran
populations; and (3) to report the risk factors for PTSD. One hour of CEU is available upon
completion.
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Assessment
Written by Terry Keane, Ph.D., this course outlines the necessary components for quality
PTSD assessments and reports. An integrated model of risk factors, stressors, resiliency, and
PTSD symptoms is presented as it relates to assessment. This course is available at:
http://www.ptsd.va.gov/professional/ptsd101/course-modules/assessment.asp
Learning objectives are (1) to outline the necessary components of a thorough PTSD
assessment and report; (2) to describe important documents used to gather background
and supportive information for the diagnosis of PTSD; and (3) to understand how
neuropsychological assessment can assist the diagnostic process. One hour of CEU is
available upon completion.
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Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapies for PTSD
Authored by Candice Monson, Ph.D. , this course outlines the components and empirical
support for two evidence-based treatments: Prolonged Exposure (PE) and Cognitive
Processing Therapy (CPT). An interactive learning tool and case examples with audio
excerpts help further a provider's understanding of these treatments. This course is
available at: http://www.ptsd.va.gov/professional/ptsd101/course-modules/cbi-forptsd.asp. Learning objectives are (1) to understand the theoretical underpinnings of CPT
and PE; (2) to describe the components of CPT and PE; and (3) to report the evidence for the
use of these treatments for PTSD. One hour of CEU is available upon completion.
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Overview of the VA/DoD 2010 Clinical Practice Guideline for PTSD
Authored by Matthew Friedman, M.D., Ph.D. , the purpose of this course is to provide an
overview of the newly revised (2010) VA/DoD Clinical Practice Guideline recommendations
for PTSD, including the evidence behind the recommendations for psychotherapy and
pharmacotherapy. Changes made from the previous (2004) version are reviewed. This
course is available at: http://www.ptsd.va.gov/professional/ptsd101/coursemodules/CPG_overview.asp. Learning objectives are (1) to review changes between the
2004 and 2010 VA/DoD Clinical Practice Guideline for Post-traumatic Stress Disorder ; (2) to
describe the evidence for the psychotherapy recommendations; (3) to describe the evidence
for the pharmacotherapy recommendations; and (4) to describe recommendations for
treating complex comorbid conditions and symptoms. Continuing education credits are not
yet available.
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Pharmacological Treatment
Authored by Matthew Friedman, M.D., Ph.D. , this course provides a review of the human
stress system and the relationship between neurotransmitters and PTSD. It reviews
controlled medication trials for PTSD and summarizes the relative evidence for
psychotherapy versus pharmacological interventions. The author also discusses current
practices for combining treatments and for managing comorbid conditions. This course is
available at: http://www.ptsd.va.gov/professional/ptsd101/coursemodules/pharmacotherapy.asp. Learning objectives are (1) to understand how the human
stress system is altered by PTSD ; (2) to describe how these alterations indicate the
usefulness of certain medications; (3) to report the current evidence regarding the
effectiveness of different medications for PTSD. Continuing education credits are not yet
available.
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More advanced courses are included in PTSD 101 Beyond the Basics. These courses are grouped by
general topic areas. The VA/DoD Clinical Practice Guideline series is an integral component of the
advanced courses.
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Advanced Clinical Practice
Deepen your understanding of PTSD treatment with advanced courses taught by expert clinicians.
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Recommendations for Acute Stress Management and Prevention of PTSD
Patricia Watson, Ph.D. authored the course (1 hour), which provides an overview of the
Clinical Practice Guideline for acute stress management and prevention of PTSD. The author
reviews the literature supporting interventions for acute stress and describes two specific
protocols. This course is available at: http://www.ptsd.va.gov/professional/ptsd101/coursemodules/recommendations_acute_stress_management.asp. Learning objectives are (1) to
summarize the recommendations in the VA DoD Clinical Practice Guideline for PTSD (2010)
for management of acute stress and prevention of PTSD; (2) to describe the evidenceinformed principles underlying the intervention strategies of Psychological First Aid and
Stress First Aid; and (3) to describe the basic objectives and intervention strategies of
Psychological First Aid and Stress First Aid. CEU information is not yet available.
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Couples and PTSD
Developed by Candice Monson, Ph.D., this course (1 hour) provides an overview of the
research documenting the association between PTSD and intimate relationship problems.
The rationale and methods for including partners and loved ones in the assessment and
treatment of PTSD are also discussed. This course is available at:
http://www.ptsd.va.gov/professional/ptsd101/course-modules/couples-and-ptsd.asp.
Learning objectives are (1) to review research documenting the association between PTSD
and intimate relationship problems; (2) to discuss inclusion of partners in the assessment of
PTSD and relationship functioning; and (3) to review different methods of incorporating
significant others in PTSD treatment. One hour of CEU is available upon completion.
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Group Treatment for PTSD
Developed by Denise Sloan and Tracie Shea, Ph.D. , this course (1 hour) provides an
overview of group treatment for PTSD. This course is available at:
http://www.ptsd.va.gov/professional/ptsd101/course-modules/group.asp. Learning
objectives are (1) to describe group therapy for PTSD; (2) to important methodological
factors to consider when evaluating clinical trial research on group treatment for PTSD; (3)
to evaluate the available research for group treatment; and (4) to review the 2010 VA/DoD
Clinical Practice Guideline for group treatment for PTSD.
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Increasing Effectiveness of PTSD Treatments
Authored by Kathleen Chard, Ph.D., this course (1 hour) addresses how to increase the
effectiveness of evidence-based treatments for PTSD, particularly in difficult cases and
situations. The author presents how to decide who is appropriate for evidence-based
treatment using assessment. She discusses common barriers to effective delivery of PTSD
treatment and provides solutions to overcome these barriers. This course is available at:
http://www.ptsd.va.gov/professional/ptsd101/course-modules/Increasing-Effectiveness-ofPTSD-Treatments.asp. Learning objectives are (1) to understand the limitations of evidencebased therapy for PTSD; (2) to identify and address potential treatment-interfering
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behaviors; and (3) to develop strategies for managing complex cases. One hour of CEU is
available upon completion.
o Overcoming Barriers
Developed by Ronald Murphy, Ph.D. and Craig Rosen, Ph.D., this course (1 hour) reviews
strategies for improving PTSD patients' motivation to engage in treatment and to change
long-standing maladaptive ways of coping with PTSD symptoms. Topics include behaviors
that PTSD patients are often ambivalent about changing, roadblocks to admitting need to
change, overview of a PTSD motivation enhancement group, treatment-related beliefs (fears
and expectancies), and therapeutic alliance factors. This course is available at:
http://www.ptsd.va.gov/professional/ptsd101/course-modules/overcoming-barriers.asp
Learning objectives are (1) to identify reasons why patients may be reluctant to change
long-standing behaviors; (2) to outline key elements of the PTSD Motivation Enhancement
Group; and (3) to articulate common differences between clients' and therapists'
perspectives and assumptions that may impede effective treatment. One hour of CEU is
available upon completion.
o Cognitive Processing Therapy
Developed by Kathleen Chard, Ph.D., this course (1 hour) provides an overview of the 2010
VA/DoD Clinical Practice Guideline for Cognitive Processing Therapy as a Level A
psychotherapy intervention for PTSD. This course is available at:
http://www.ptsd.va.gov/professional/ptsd101/course-modules/CPT.asp. Learning
objectives are (1) to summarize the VA/DoD 2010 Clinical Practice Guideline for PTSD
related to Cognitive Processing Therapy; (2) to review the empirical evidence supporting
Cognitive Processing Therapy; and (3) to describe and demonstrate the clinical application of
Cognitive Processing Therapy. CEU information is not yet available.
o Prolonged Exposure Therapy
Developed by Sheila Rauch, Ph.D., this course (1 hour) describes the clinical application of
Prolonged Exposure (PE) and provides a thorough review of research supporting its use for
PTSD. The author also reviews the 2010 VA/DoD Guideline recommendation for the use of
PE with patients who have PTSD. This course is available at:
http://www.ptsd.va.gov/professional/ptsd101/course-modules/prolonged_exposure.asp.
A description of the learning objectives is under Trauma-Informed Care.
o Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Stress Inoculation Training
(SIT)
Developed by Joe Ruzek, Ph.D., this course (1 hour) reviews the 2010 VA/DoD Clinical
Practice Guideline recommendations regarding EMDR and SIT for PTSD. The presenter
provides an overview of the components of each treatment and presents the research
evidence behind these models for PTSD. This course is available at:
http://www.ptsd.va.gov/professional/ptsd101/course-modules/emdr.asp. Learning
objectives are (1) to summarize the VA/DoD 2010 Clinical Practice Guideline for PTSD
related to EMDR and SIT; (2) to describe EMDR and the research literature supporting its use
for PTSD; and (3) to describe SIT and the research literature supporting its use for PTSD.
CEU information is not yet available.
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o Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
Developed by Robyn Walser, Ph.D., and Sonja Batten, Ph.D. , this course (1 hour) reviews
the theoretical underpinnings and clinical application of Acceptance and Commitment
Therapy (ACT) as it could be applied to PTSD. The presenters also describe the limited
empirical support for delivering ACT to persons with PTSD and discuss the need for more
research. This course is available at: http://www.ptsd.va.gov/professional/ptsd101/coursemodules/ACtherapy.asp. Learning objectives are (1) to provide an overview of Acceptance
and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and its theoretical underpinnings; (2) to review the
evidence; and (3) to explore the six core processes used in ACT and introduce their clinical
application. Information on credit hours is not yet available.
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Comorbidities and Complications
The presence of co-occurring conditions can increase the complexity of treating patients with PTSD.
These courses address conditions that commonly go hand-in-hand with PTSD.
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Anger, Aggression, and PTSD
Developed by Casey Taft, Ph.D., this course (1 hour) reviews the literature that describes
the prevalence of anger and aggression in patients with PTSD and the interaction between
anger and PTSD symptoms. The author reviews the 2010 VA/DoD Clinical Practice Guideline
recommendations for treating anger and PTSD and describes a clinical application. This
course is available at: http://www.ptsd.va.gov/professional/ptsd101/coursemodules/anger_aggression.asp. Learning objectives are (1) to understand the association
between PTSD and anger/aggression; (2) to review the 2010 VA/DoD Clinical Practice
Guideline recommendations for treating anger and PTSD; and (3) to describe a clinical
application. Information on CEUs is not yet available.
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Physical Health Effects
Developed by Paula Schnurr, Ph.D., this course (1 hour) reviews the physical health effects
of trauma exposure. Research findings from both civilian and military populations are
featured. The author illustrates how a person’s reaction – PTSD especially—mediates the
effect of exposure and that there are plausible mechanisms through which PTSD could
promote health. This course is available at:
http://www.ptsd.va.gov/professional/ptsd101/course-modules/physical-health-effects.asp.
Learning objectives are (1) to predict the possible different courses of PTSD that may occur
as a Veteran ages; (2) to report the effects of trauma on physical health; (3) to relate the
latest research findings related to the effects of traumatic exposure on the health of civilians
and military Veterans; and (4) to predict plausible mechanisms through which PTSD could
promote health. One hour of CEUs is available upon completion.
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PTSD and Chronic Pain
Developed by Carri-Ann Gibson, M.D., this course (1 hour) describes in detail the interaction
between PTSD symptoms and chronic pain, with a special focus on Iraq and Afghanistan
Veterans. The author reviews the 2010 VA/DoD Clinical Practice Guideline
recommendations for treating pain and PTSD and discusses useful treatment approaches.
This course is available at: http://www.ptsd.va.gov/professional/ptsd101/coursemodules/PTSD_and_Pain.asp. Learning objectives are (1) to discuss the complex
interaction of chronic pain and PTSD; (2) to review the 2010 VA/DoD Clinical Practice
Guideline recommendations for the treatment of pain in Veterans with PTSD; and (3) to
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identify effective treatment approaches to enhance the recovery of our Veterans who have
both chronic pain and PTSD. Information on CEUs is not yet available.
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Sleep Problems, Insomnia, and PTSD
Developed by Bruce Capehart, M.D. and Jason DeViva, Ph.D., this course (1 hour) provides
an overview of the VA/DoD 2010 Clinical Practice Guideline recommendations for managing
sleep problems and PTSD. The presenters describe primary sleep disorders and comorbid
conditions, as well as a general approach and evidence-based pharmacotherapy and
psychotherapy interventions to treat these issues. This course is available at:
http://www.ptsd.va.gov/professional/ptsd101/course-modules/sleep.asp. A description of
the learning objectives is under Insomnia.
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Smoking Cessation
Developed by Miles McFall, Ph.D. and Andrew Saxon, M.D. ., this course (1 hour) provides an
overview of the negative effects of smoking, particularly on Veterans with PTSD, to help
providers understand the rationale for providing tobacco cessation treatment to patients.
This course is available at: http://www.ptsd.va.gov/professional/ptsd101/coursemodules/smoking-cessation.asp. Learning objectives are (1) to provide a rationale for
tobacco cessation as a health care priority for Veterans with PTSD; (2) to understand the
reasons and evidence for an integrated care approach for smoking cessation among
smokers with PTSD; and (3) to describe psychological and pharmacological interventions for
smoking cessation. One hour of CEU is available upon completion.
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Traumatic Brain Injury
Developed by Robin A. Hurley, M.D. , this course (1 hour) examines the functional anatomy
of emotion, memory, and behavior circuits, using graphics and figures. The author discusses
types of injuries and common functional deficits, as well as prevalence rates of TBI in
OEF/OIF Veterans. A discussion of PTSD and TBI is also provided, as well as an overview of
assessment and treatment. This course is available at:
http://www.ptsd.va.gov/professional/ptsd101/course-modules/traumatic-brain-injury.asp.
A description of the learning objectives is under Traumatic Brain Injury.
Specific Populations
These courses address the need to take individual and cultural differences into account during
treatment.
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PTSD and the Life Course: Aging and PTSD
Developed by Joan Cook, Ph.D. ., this course (1 hour) reviews the literature that describes
the prevalence and course of PTSD in older adults and the impact of aging on PTSD. The
author also describes best practices for assessment and treatment of PTSD in aging adults.
This course is available at: http://www.ptsd.va.gov/professional/ptsd101/coursemodules/Aging-PTSD.asp. Learning objectives are (1) to review the prevalence and
longitudinal course of PTSD in older adults; (2) to describe the potential impact of aging on
PTSD; and (3) to provide information on the assessment and treatment of PTSD in older
adults. Information on CEUs is not yet available.
Race and Ethnicity: Cross-Cultural Considerations
Developed by Julia Whealin, Ph.D., this course (1 hour) explores cultural identity and
highlights how shared learned behavior and socially transferred meanings result in
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culturally-based assumptions about mental health. It will explore how interpretations of and
reactions to severe stressors can vary by culture. It then provides strategies for modifying
and augmenting assessment and treatment techniques when working with cross-cultural
clients. This course is available at: http://www.ptsd.va.gov/professional/ptsd101/coursemodules/cross-cultural-considerations.asp. Learning objectives are (1) to define culture and
its impact on treatment; (2) to implement strategies for modifying and/or augmenting
assessment methods when working with cross-cultural clients; and (3) to implement
strategies for modifying and/or augmenting treatment methods when working with crosscultural clients. One hour of CEUs is available upon completion.
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Race and Ethnicity: African-American Veterans
Developed by Robert Jenkins, Ph.D., this course (1 hour) provides information about crosscultural issues with African-Americans that are helpful to be aware of in the context of both
individual and group therapy. Cultural/societal issues involving power and privilege, AfricanAmerican families, multicultural awareness, competence, therapy guidelines, and overall
PTSD issues are presented to assist clinicians in facilitating their therapeutic engagement
and treatment effectiveness. This course is available at:
http://www.ptsd.va.gov/professional/ptsd101/course-modules/af-am-vets.asp. Learning
objectives are (1) to integrate major historical and current cultural and societal issues into
case conceptualization and treatment of African-American clients; (2) to relate the
differences in African-American and European-American cultural roots including world
views, cultural patterns and themes, values and male/female relations; and (3) to employ a
culture grid to aid in the conceptualization of the therapist/ client relationship when treating
African-American clients with PTSD. One hour of CEU is available upon completion.
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Race and Ethnicity: Asian-American & Pacific Islander Veterans
Developed by Lori Daniels, Ph.D. ., this course (1 hour) focuses on the cultural issues within
PTSD treatment of specific Asian-American and Pacific Islander ethnicities. Levels of cultural
competence are discussed, as well as how mental health treatment is perceived among
Hawaiian, Samoan, Chamorran, Chinese, Japanese, and Filipino cultures. Suggestions for
building rapport and communication (which also allow for sensitivity to possible norms and
values of each of these cultures) are also presented. This course is available at:
http://www.ptsd.va.gov/professional/ptsd101/course-modules/aa-pi-veterans-ptsd.asp.
Learning objectives are (1) to present the continuum of cultural competence; (2) to
recognize the role of family for each of the selected cultures; (3) to restate some of the
beliefs about mental health for each of the selected cultures; and (4) to report suggested
methods of building rapport among each of the selected cultures. One hour of CEUs is
available upon completion.
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Race and Ethnicity: Hispanic Veterans
Developed by Diane Castillo, Ph.D., this course (1 hour) provides an overview of issues that
providers need to consider in their planning and provision of services to the Hispanic client.
Using case examples, the author provides a review of PTSD symptoms, discusses the role of
primary/secondary language, family, role, assessment considerations, and other topics in
order to familiarize or enhance the provider’s trans-cultural competencies. This course is
available at: http://www.ptsd.va.gov/professional/ptsd101/course-modules/hispanicveterans.asp. Learning objectives are (1) to discuss the symptoms of PTSD; (2) to interpret
the salient features and frequently encountered themes of the Hispanic culture in their
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provision of services to Hispanic individuals; and (3) to incorporate basic assessment and
treatment issues when providing services to Hispanic individuals. One hour of CEUs is
available upon completion.
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Military Issues: Combat Stress Injuries
Developed by William Nash, M.D. , this course (1 hour) examines the common stressors of
operational military deployments, from the merely annoying through the potentially
devastating, and places such experiences in their context defined by military cultural values
and identity. The normal process of adaptation to stress is described, and it is contrasted
with the injuries that can be inflicted on the mind and brain when adaptive capacities are
exceeded. The three major mechanisms of stress injury are listed, and the effects of one of
them (traumatic stress) are described in detail. The course is available at:
http://www.ptsd.va.gov/professional/ptsd101/course-modules/combat-stress-injuries.asp
A description of the learning objectives is under Combat Stress Injuries.
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Military Issues: Understanding Military Culture
Developed by Patricia Watson, Ph.D., Dartmouth University, this course (1 hour) provides
valuable information to civilian providers when they work with military and veterans’
families, including military demographics, branches, rank, status, and stressors. The author
provides useful terminology and visuals to help the viewer understand military culture. Two
programs created to help service members prevent and manage combat and operational
stress are also described, Army BATTLEMIND and Marine Corps Combat Operational Stress
Continuum. Finally, additional Army and Marine Corps interventions are discussed, as well
as assessment and treatment implications for clinicians. The course is available at:
http://www.ptsd.va.gov/professional/ptsd101/course-modules/military_culture.asp. A
description of the learning objectives is under Military Culture.
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Military Issues: Military Sexual Trauma
Developed by Amy Street, Ph.D., this course (1 hour) defines sexual harassment and assault
and provides prevalence rates for these events in the military. Effects on mental health,
approaches to treatment, and common themes of treatment are presented. The author
discusses the unique issues of victims in the military, both women and men. The course
provides information that may be applicable to non-military sexual trauma as well. The
course is available at: http://www.ptsd.va.gov/professional/ptsd101/coursemodules/military_sexual_trauma.asp. A description of the learning objectives is presented
at under Military Sexual Trauma.
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Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) and PTSD
Developed by Stephen Ezeji-Okoye, M.D., this course (1 hour) describes Complementary and
Alternative Medicine (CAM) and the use of CAM in the United States and by Veterans, as
well as the VA/DoD Clinical Practice Guideline for the use of CAM for PTSD. The presenter
also reviews the literature relevant to CAM for PTSD and provides information related to
special considerations for using CAM. The course is available at:
http://www.ptsd.va.gov/professional/ptsd101/course-modules/compaltmed.asp.
Learning objectives are (1) to describe CAM and provide an overview of the VA/DoD
Clinical Practice Guideline for the use of CAM for PTSD; (2) to review the research evidence
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behind CAM; and (3) to describe recommendations for usage and special issues to
consider. Information on CEUs is not yet available.
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Epidemiology of PTSD
Developed by Paula Schnurr, Ph.D. and Jaimie Gradus, D.Sc., this course (1 hour) is
designed to provide the viewer with a beginning overview of the science of epidemiology
and related key concepts. After building this framework, factors related to the
epidemiology of PTSD are discussed in relation to how they influence prevalence
estimates. An in-depth discussion of prevalence estimates of PTSD in different samples,
particularly Veterans, is then provided. The course is available at:
http://www.ptsd.va.gov/professional/ptsd101/course-modules/epidemiology.asp. A
description of the learning objectives presented in the first entry of Post Traumatic Stress
Disorder.
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Resilience to Trauma and Stress
Developed by Steven Southwick, M.D., this course (1 hour) provides an overview of
resilience and posttraumatic growth. The author reviews the scientific literature behind
resilience to trauma and PTSD and describes how clinicians can foster resilience in their
patients. The course is available at: http://www.ptsd.va.gov/professional/ptsd101/coursemodules/resilience.asp. Learning objectives are (1) to define and describe resilience; (2) to
review the scientific literature related to mediators and moderators of trauma and
resilience and growth; and (3) to describe clinical applications of resilience and growth.
Information on CEUs is not yet available.
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI):
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The Division of Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities, and Substance Abuse Services is the
lead agency for traumatic brain injury and public services in North Carolina. They provide a free
training course that consists of five modules (20-45 minutes each). The course is available at:
http://www.nctbitraining.org/. Learning objectives are (1) to ensure service providers
understand the range of outcomes of traumatic brain injury (TBI) and the implications for
assessment and care planning and (2) to improve the ability of service providers to identify and
deliver appropriate services for persons with TBI—including coordination across service agencies
when appropriate. The transcript is a printable confirmation that this online training course has
been successfully completed indicating 3.0 contact hours. Continuing Education credits (CE) for
professional affiliation instruction hours are not currently available for this training but may be
included in future updates.
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Developed by Robin Hurley, M.D., for the National Center for PTSD, Windows to the Brain:
Neuropsychiatry of TBI is part of their PTSD 101 series. This course (1 hour) examines the
functional anatomy of emotion, memory, and behavior circuits, using graphics and figures. The
author discusses types of injuries and common functional deficits, as well as prevalence rates of
TBI in OEF/OIF Veterans. A discussion of PTSD and TBI is also provided, as well as an overview of
assessment and treatment. This course is available at:
http://www.ptsd.va.gov/professional/ptsd101/course-modules/traumatic-brain-injury.asp.
Learning objectives are (1) to describe the functional anatomy of emotion, memory, and
behavior circuits; (2) to report common functioning deficits in civilian brain injury; and (3) to
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describe up-to-date assessment and treatment of TBI. One hour of CEUs is available upon
completion.
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The Defense Center of Excellence for Psychological Health and Traumatic Brain Injury offers this
1.5 hour online webinar, Identifying Concussion/mTBI in Service Members. Participants may
download the audio portion as well as the PowerPoint slides for the three presentations. It is
unclear whether continuing education credits continue to be available although St. Louis
University offered CEUs when the webinar was first offered in April 2012. The purpose of the
webinar is to review department screening procedures and measures and discuss the impact of
mild TBI in service members (see http://www.dcoe.health.mil/NewsArticle.aspx?id=3070 for
description and
http://www.dcoe.health.mil/Content/Navigation/Documents/DCoE_March_2012_Webinar_Pre
sentation.pdf for slides).
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The U.S. Department of Defense Military Health System offers a series of courses on TBI to
civilian providers that can be accessed at:
http://www.humana-military.com/Learning-Library/online-learning/dod-online-learning.asp.
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The Center for Deployment Psychology offers an interactive online course (90 minutes), The
Fundamentals of Traumatic Brain Injury. The course can be taken for credit (1.5 CEUs) for a fee
of $30 at Relias Learning’s website: http://www.cequick.com/Fundamentals-of-TraumaticBrain-Injury.aspx. Learning objectives are (1) to identify signs, symptoms, severity levels, and
types of TBI as well as rule-outs for disorders with symptom overlap; (2) to recognize
neuropsychological screenings and tests for TBI and describe treatment options based on
severity, and (3) to learn about care coordination strategies and available resources for TBI
patients and their families.
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Recognizing the Signs of mTBI during Routine Eye Examinations is one module of the Treating
the Invisible Wounds of War series, which is a collaboration of the Citizen Soldier Support
Program, the Area Health Education Centers in North Carolina, and the MIRECC
(http://www.aheconnect.com/citizensoldier/courses.asp). A description of the online course is
under Military Culture.
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Several teaching cases have been developed by faculty of the VISN 6 MIRECC and made
available online that are designed to help clinicians in training to establish connections between
functional neuroanatomy and clinical practice, deepen their interest in the individual aspects of
each patient, and enhance their appreciation of pathology and prognosis. Links to these cases
and supporting materials is available at: http://www.mirecc.va.gov/visn6/Tools-Tips.asp.
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Case 1: Amnestic Disorder and Depression due to Cerebral Aneurysm and TBI contributed by
Dr. Robin Hurley, W.G. (Bill) Hefner VAMC, Salisbury NC
(http://www.mirecc.va.gov/visn6/teaching_case1.asp)
Case 2: Traumatic Brain Injury, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, and Headache contributed
by Drs. Matthew Goodwin & Shane McNamee, Hunter Holmes McGuire
VAMC, Richmond VA (http://www.mirecc.va.gov/visn6/teaching_case2.asp)
Case 3: Anger and Irritability 6 Years After Blast Injury contributed by Dr. Robin Hurley, W.G.
(Bill) Hefner VAMC, Salisbury NC (http://www.mirecc.va.gov/visn6/teaching_case3.asp)
Case 4: Multiple Blast-related Brain Injuries with Co-Morbidities contributed by Dr. Robin
Hurley, W.G. (Bill) Hefner VAMC, Salisbury NC
(http://www.mirecc.va.gov/visn6/Teaching_case4.asp)
Substance Use Disorders:
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The Defense Center of Excellence for Psychological Health and Traumatic Brain Injury offers this
1.5 hour online webinar, Addressing Alcohol Misuse Among Service Members. Participants may
download the PowerPoint slides for the three presentations at
http://www.dcoe.health.mil/Content/Navigation/Documents/Addressing%20Alcohol%20Misuse
%20Among%20Service%20Members%20-%20SBIRT%20Model.pdf). It is unclear whether
continuing education credits continue to be available although St. Louis University offered CEUs
when the webinar was first offered in January 2012. The purpose of the webinar is to discuss
the SBIRT (screening, brief intervention, and referral to treatment) model as a way to decrease
the frequency or severity of alcohol misuse and increase the percentage of Servicemembers and
Veterans entering specialized alcohol treatment:
http://www.dcoe.health.mil/NewsArticle.aspx?id=2889.
Reintegration:
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In 2012, the National Center for PTSD, the Massachusetts General Hospital, and the Red Sox
Foundation collaborated on the Home Base Program. Nationally recognized faculty led From the
War Zone to the Home Front: Supporting the Mental Health of Veterans and Families, a free 14part series of live, interactive, online trainings for community primary care and mental health
providers. If you are unable to attend a specific session, you can later log on to the website and
take the course at your own pace. The PowerPoint slides may also be downloaded. Overall
learning objectives are (1) to recognize the challenges and integration issues faced by returning
Veterans and their families; (2) to identify the key diagnostic features of PTSD and TBI; (3) to
explain how Cognitive-Behavioral Conjoint Therapy (CBCT) for PTSD can keep families
emotionally strong; (4) to describe the application of the PACT model to military families; and
(5) to review the demographic and diagnostic features of Veterans presenting with military
sexual trauma. One hour of CEUs is available for each week’s session, and a certificate can be
downloaded. This course is available at: http://mghcme.org/courses/coursedetail/from_the_war_zone_to_the_home_front_supporting_the_mental_health_of_veteran.
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Introductory Sessions (Lecture 1 -4)
1. The Challenges of Coming Home After War: What Providers Need to Know - Series
Overview by Matthew Friedman, M.D., Ph.D., and Naomi Simon, M.D., M.Sc.
2. Reintegration Issues from the Veterans Perspective: Overcoming the Stigma of Seeking
Help by Margaret Harvey, Psy.D., Roger A. Knight IV, and Nicholas Dutter
3. When One Family Member Serves, the Entire Family Serves by Kathy Clair-Hayes, LICSW,
M.S.W., M.A. and Patricia Lester, M.D.
4. Recognizing PTSD and Co-Morbidities by Terence M. Keane, Ph.D.
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Family & Child Content (Lecture 5 -8)
1. Keeping Military Families Emotionally Strong: Couples Therapy for PTSD by Steffany
Fredman, Ph.D.
2. Challenges Facing Other Family Members When a Veteran Has PTSD by Bonnie Ohye,
Ph.D. and Daniel Maher, LICSW
3. Supporting Resiliency in Military Connected Children: The PACT Model by Paula Rauch,
M.D.
4. Impact of Combat-Related Injury, Illness and Death on Military Children and Families by
Stephen Cozza, M.D.
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Veteran Content (Lecture 9 -14)
1. Clinical Practice Guidelines and Resources for PTSD Treatment by Matthew Friedman,
M.D., Ph.D.
2. Traumatic Brain Injury by Ross Zafonte, D.O.
3. Prolonged Exposure and Virtual Reality Therapy for PTSD Bby Barbara Rothbaum, Ph.D.
and Stefan Schmertz, Ph.D.
4. Military Sexual Trauma by Amy Street, Ph.D.
5. Psychopharmacology of PTSD by Rebecca Brendel, M.D. and Bruce Capehart, M.D.
6. Cognitive Processing Therapy for PTSD by Kathleen Chard, Ph.D.
In 2013, the National Center for PTSD, the Massachusetts General Hospital, and the Red Sox Foundation
again collaborated and developed an additional nine-session online course for the Home Base Program
(http://mghcme.org/courses/course-detail/from_the_war_zone_to_the_home_front_ii). The
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Challenges of Treating Co-Morbid PTSD and TBI by Rebecca Weintraub Brendel, MD, JD and
Ross D. Zafonte, DO
Recognizing Suicide Risk in Returning Veterans by Lisa Brenner, PhD, ABPP
Military Culture and the Challenges of Coming Home by BG (Ret) Jack Hammond and Roger
A. Knight IV
Sleep Issues in Returning Veterans by Bruce P. Capehart, MD
Substance Abuse by Andrew J. Saxon, MD
Aggression and Domestic Violence by Casey Taft, Ph.D.
Managing Grief and Loss in Returning Veterans and Families by Naomi M. Simon, MD, MSc
Pain Issues in Returning Veterans by Carri-Ann Gibson, MD, DAAPM
PTSD Diagnosis and DSM-5 by Matthew J. Friedman, MD, Ph.D.
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Certificate, which includes 20+ hours of online work for the cost of $350
(http://www.thenationalcouncil.org/training-courses/veterans-behavioral-health-certificate/).
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Cognitive Processing Therapy for PTSD in Veterans and Military Personnel
Domestic and Intimate Partner Violence
Epidemiology of PTSD in Military Personnel and Veterans
Fundamentals of Traumatic Brain Injury
Improving Substance Abuse Treatment Compliance
Meeting the Behavioral Health Needs of Returning Veterans
Military Cultural Competence
Overview of Suicide Prevention
Prolonged Exposure Therapy for PTSD for Veterans and Military Service Personnel
Provider Resiliency and Self-Care: An Ethical Issue
PTSD Then and Now, There and Here
The Impact of Deployment and Combat Stress on Families and Children:
Part I: Understanding Military Families and the Deployment Cycle
Part II: Enhancing the Resilience of Military Families
Working with the Homeless: An Overview
Women in the Military:
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Developed by Harold Kudler, M.D., Erin Simmons, Ph.D., Elizabeth Marks, and Kristy StraitsTröster, Ph.D., Issues of Women Returning from Combat is part of the Treating the Invisible
Wounds of War series, which is a collaboration of the Citizen Soldier Support Program, the Area
Health Education Centers in North Carolina, and the Mental Illness Research, Education, and
Clinical Center. It is a free online course for 3 hours of CEUs (Military Sexual Trauma is touched
on in this course, but is not the focus).
http://www.aheconnect.com/citizensoldier/courses.asp. A description of the online course is
under Military Culture.
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The Department of Defense offers a civilian portal for providers who serve military members,
veterans, and their families. One of the online courses is Women Who Served in Our Military:
Insights and Interventions - Provider Perspectives for 1.5 hours of CEUs through the Department
of Veterans Affairs. In order to access the course, users must register on the Military Health
System by developing a username and password (http://www.humana-military.com/LearningLibrary/online-learning/dod-online-learning.asp).
Military Sexual Trauma (MST):
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Prepared by Amy Street, Ph.D., the National Center for PTSD offers an online course (1 hour),
Sexual Harassment and Sexual Assault during Military Service as part of their PTSD 101 series.
The course is structured into 13 lessons that define sexual harassment and assault and provide
prevalence rates for these events in the military. Effects on mental health, approaches to
treatment, and common themes of treatment are presented. The author discusses the unique
issues of victims in the military, both women and men. The course provides information that
may be applicable to non-military sexual trauma as well. The course is available at:
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http://www.ptsd.va.gov/professional/ptsd101/course-modules/military_sexual_trauma.asp.
Learning objectives are (1) to define the terms used to describe sexual harassment and assault
in the military; (2) to report estimates of the frequencies of sexual harassment and assault in the
military; and (3) to describe the mental health impact of sexual trauma and implications for
care. One hour of CEUs is available upon completion.
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The Battered Women’s Justice Project (http://www.bwjp.org/webinar_recordings_military.aspx)
offers a series of free webinars that can be accessed through their website. CEUs are not
available. (See list of courses under the Battered Women’s Justice Project under Agencies.)
Military Families:
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The Center for Deployment Psychology offers an interactive online course (135 minutes), The
Impact of Deployment and Combat Stress on Families and Children, Part 1, that provides general
information regarding the deployment cycle and how it impacts the Service member and family
unit. This the first of a two-part online series designed to help civilian mental health providers
better understand the myriad stressors associated with pre-deployment, deployment and
reintegration, in addition to family risk and resiliency factors, so they are more equipped to
engage in treatment with this important client group. The course can be taken for free without
education credits on theirwebsite, http://deploymentpsych.org/training/training-catalog/theimpact-of-deployment-and-combat-stress-on-families-and-children-part-1 . Learning objectives
are (1) to discuss demographic and risk characteristics of military families; (2) to describe
general and deployment-related stressors for military families and the stages of the deployment
cycle; and (3) to summarize the research on risk and resiliency factors for military families, the
effects of PTSD on families, and the challenges for families coping with the injury or death of a
Service member.
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The Center for Deployment Psychology offers an interactive online course (105 minutes), The
Impact of Deployment and Combat Stress on Families and Children, Part 2, that provides general
information regarding resilience in families, specifically how to increase resiliency in couples and
children negotiating the challenge of deploy. This the second of a two-part online series
designed to help civilian mental health providers better understand the myriad stressors
associated with pre-deployment, deployment and reintegration, in addition to family risk and
resiliency factors, so they are more equipped to engage in treatment with this important client
group. The course can be taken for free without education credits on their website,
http://deploymentpsych.org/training/training-catalog/course-118-online-the-impact-ofdeployment-and-combat-stress-on-families-and-children-part-2-promoting-resilience-inmilitary-families-throughout-the-deployment-cycle. Learning objectives are (1) to describe the
concept of resiliency in families; (2) to summarize general strategies that promote resiliency in
couples and children; and (3) to discuss specific skills to promote healthy adjustment for families
throughout the deployment cycle. The Impact of Deployment and Combat Stress on Families and
Children, Part 1 (http://deploymentpsych.org/training/training-catalog/the-impact-ofdeployment-and-combat-stress-on-families-and-children-part-1) is a recommended prerequisite
(see description above).
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In collaboration with the American Psychological Association, the Center for Deployment
Psychology offers the online course, The Impact of Stress and Trauma Related to Military
Deployment on Personnel and Their Families. This online course is a recording of a live APA pre18
conference workshop. This is an intermediate workshop for clinicians interested in learning
about the needs of military personnel and their families during and after military deployments.
A general description is available on their website: http://deploymentpsych.org/training/onlinecourses/online-training-event-in-collaboration-with-the-apa-the-impact-of-stress-and-traumarelated-to-military-deployment-on-personnel-and-their-families. The course is available on the
APA website: http://www.apa.org/education/ce/aoa0010.aspx. Learning objectives are (1) to
comprehend the military deployment cycle; (2) to recognize common stressors for
Servicemembers and their families throughout the military deployment cycle; (3) to describe the
emotional and psychological impact of combat deployments on military personnel and their
families; (4) to identify characteristics of individuals and families that may indicate that they are
at increased risk for problems during and after deployment; (5) to recognize the potential
impact of stigma on the willingness of military personnel and their families to seek mental
health care; (6) to list factors that contribute to difficulties in families of service personnel who
return from combat with significant emotional difficulties; and (7) to evaluate possible clinical
interventions that may be used to address the needs of recently deployed personnel and their
families. Six hours of CEUs are available for $120.
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The Defense Center of Excellence for Psychological Health and Traumatic Brain Injury offers this
1.5 hour online webinar, Children of Deployed Parents: Health Care Provider Strategies for
Enhancing Coping Skills. Participants may download the audio portion as well as the PowerPoint
slides and resources for the two presentations. It is unclear whether continuing education
credits continue to be available although St. Louis University offered CEUs when the webinar
was first offered in April 2012. The purpose of the webinar is to offer strategies and resources
to health care providers on the impact of parental deployment on children’s psychological
health http://www.dcoe.health.mil/Training/MonthlyWebinars/2012Webinars.aspx.
Depression:
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In 2009, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs issued a VA/DoD Clinical Practice Guideline,
Management of Major Depressive Disorder, which describes the critical decision points in the
management of Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) and provides clear and comprehensive
evidence-based recommendations incorporating current information and practices for military
providers. The Guideline is available in full, as a summary, and as a pocket card. PatientProvider Tools for screening and assessment, provider reference, and patient education are also
available at this website:
http://www.healthquality.va.gov/Major_Depressive_Disorder_MDD_Clinical_Practice_Guideline
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Suicide Prevention and Intervention:
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Assessment and Management of Patients at Risk for Suicide: Developed by the U.S. Department
of Veterans Affairs, this Clinical Practice Guideline describes the critical decision points in the
management of suicidal risk behavior (SRB) for suicidal self-directed violent behavior and
provides clear and comprehensive evidence-based recommendations incorporating current
information and practices for practitioners throughout the DoD and VA Health Care systems.
The guideline is intended to improve patient outcomes and local management of patients with
SRB (http://www.healthquality.va.gov/suicideRisk.asp).
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U.S. Army ACE (Ask, Care, and Escort) Suicide Intervention Program: Developed by the U.S.
Army, ACE is a 4-hour training that provides Soldiers with the awareness, knowledge and skills
necessary to intervene with those at risk for suicide. It includes suicide awareness, warning
signs, risk factors and intervention skills development. The program is described here:
http://www.army.mil/-news/2010/09/01/44579-ace-suicide-prevention-program-wins-nationalrecognition/. A copy of the Train-the-Trainers manual can be downloaded from here:
http://kusahc.narmc.amedd.army.mil/kirkresources/ACE_SuicideInterventionProgramManual.p
df.
Primary Care:
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Developed by Jeffrey Sonis, M.D., M.P.H, and Harold Kudler, M.D., the NC Area Health Education
Center (AHEC) offers a free one-hour online course, A Primary Care Approach, which is part of
the Treating the Invisible Wounds of War series. This course was designed from a primary care
perspective to help busy providers recognize, diagnose, treat, or refer post-deployment mental
health issues in military Servicemembers and their families. Healthcare professionals may
access the course at
http://www.aheconnect.com/citizensoldier/cdetail.asp?courseid=citizensoldier5. Learning
objectives are (1) to identify barriers to receipt of mental health care by returning military
Servicemembers and Veterans; (2) to identify strategies for establishing and maintaining a
therapeutic alliance by understanding military culture; (3) to demonstrate the ability to diagnose
PTSD and monitor response to treatment; (4) to demonstrate the ability to screen for mild TBI
using standard psychological tests; and (5) to describe the components used in assessment of
suicide risk. One hour of CEU is available.
Optometrists
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Developed by Clifford Brown, O.D., M.P.H., and Gary Mancil, O.D., the NC Area Health Education
Center (AHEC) offers a free two-hour course, Recognizing the Signs of mTBI during Routine Eye
Examinations, which is part of the Treating the Invisible Wounds of War series. Aimed at
optometrists and other eye care providers, the course identified screening methods for
assessing facial and ocular injuries as they relate to mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) and
provides a list of available community resources. Optometrists may access the website at
http://www.aheconnect.com/citizensoldier/cdetail.asp?courseid=citizensoldier4. Learning
objectives are (1) to define mTBI and its impact on vision; (2) to review the pathophysiology of
mTBI; (3) to define the role of mTBI on cranial nerves and visual pathway damage resulting in
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visual problems; (4) to identify the primary tools of optometric assessment; (5) to identify
methods of assessing facial and ocular injuries as they relate to mTBI; (6) to outline the effects
of vascular compromise that occurs in mTBI; and (7) to describe health care resources of the
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and TRICARE. Two hours of CEUs are available.
Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs)
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Developed by Renee Evans, Ph.D., LPC, and Jessica Meed, Ph.D., MPA, Employee Assistance in
the Civilian Workforce provides an introduction to the impact of military culture and the
deployment cycle on the civilian workplace experience of military-affiliated individuals. It
includes case studies of how specific issues ranging from physical disabilities, to behavioral
health issues, to work/military/family life balance might be addressed in an EA setting. This 2.75hour course is offered for free by the NC Area Health Education Center (AHEC) and targets
employers and human resources personnel. Users may access the course at the following link,
http://www.aheconnect.com/citizensoldier/cdetail.asp?courseid=citizensoldier8. Learning
objectives are: (1) to describe military culture and structure, (2) to recognize the potential
impact that deployment and reintegration may have on service members and their families, (3)
to recognize the potential impact that deployment and reintegration issues may have on a
service member transitioning between the military workplace and civilian workplaces, (4) to
recognize the issues common to employees with military backgrounds, (5), to identify ways to
assist employees and members of management to better understand the impact of deployment
on the employee performance in the civilian workplace, and (6) to list various military &
Veteran-related resources that are available for referral.
Provider Resiliency and Self-Care
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The Center for Deployment Psychology offers the interactive online course (1 hour), Provider
Resiliency and Self-Care: An Ethical Issue, that provides an overview of how to increase provider
resiliency and illustrates how organizations and individuals can implement strategies that
promote self-care, reduce compassion fatigue and burnout, and maintain high quality ethical
practice. The course can be taken for a fee of $30 can be taken for credit (1 CEU) at Relias
Learning’s website: http://www.cequick.com/Provider-Resiliency-and-Self-Care-An-EthicalIssue.aspx. Learning objectives are (1) to describe protective and risk factors associated with
burnout and compassion fatigue/secondary traumatic stress as well as variables associated with
provider satisfaction and growth; (2) to explain potential ethical issues faced by providers
experiencing burnout or compassion fatigue/secondary traumatic stress; and (3) to employ
strategies to assess provider functioning and increase resilience.
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Center for Deployment Psychology:
The Center for Deployment Psychology (http://deploymentpsych.org/training) offers a variety of courses
in different formats for military and civilian providers. (Providers can also reach these courses at
http://www.realwarriors.net/healthprofessionals/militaryculture/onlinelearning.php.)
 Online Courses (http://deploymentpsych.org/training/online-courses): The CDP provides
interactive web-based training to educate professionals working with Servicemembers and their
families. It does not offer CE credits for these courses so providers will not receive a certificate
of completion. Individuals interested in taking these online courses for CE credits for a cost will
instead be directed to Relias Learning’s website. These interactive web-based courses were
developed by Relias Learning (www.essentiallearning.com) in collaboration with CDP Subject
Matter Experts. Any questions regarding pricing, CE credits, or technical issues should be
addressed to Relias Learning. Online courses include the following (a description of each course
is provided in previous sections):
o Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) for PTSD in Veterans and Military Personnel
o Epidemiology of PTSD in Military Personnel and Veterans: Working with Service Members
and Veterans with PTSD
o Military Cultural Competence
o Prolonged Exposure (PE) Therapy for PTSD in Veterans and Military Personnel
o Provider Resiliency and Self-Care: An Ethical Issue
o The Impact of Deployment and Combat Stress on Families and Children, Part 1
o The Impact of Deployment and Combat Stress on Families and Children, Part 2
o The Fundamentals of Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
o Identification, Prevention, and Treatment of Suicidal Behavior for Service Members and
Veterans
o Depression in Service Members and Veterans
Face-to-Face Course:
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Addressing the Psychological Health of Warriors and Their Families is an intensive weeklong
course, which is comprised of four modules. It trains civilian mental health providers to
better address the behavioral health needs of military personnel and their family members
throughout the deployment cycle. The four modules are described below:
 Module 1 – Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
Educate service members with TBI and their families about the
symptoms and effects of this injury and provide them with coping strategies
Direct service members with TBI and their families to services and resources for
rehabilitation
 Module 2 – Military Culture & Deployment
Describe aspects of the military culture that impact seeking mental health care
Identify several psychosocial effects of deployment (before, during, and after) on service
members and their families and ways to help them manage these challenges
 Module 3 – Post-traumatic Stress Disorder & Treatment
Assess for deployment-related PTSD by using standardized instruments
Treat deployment- related PTSD by applying either Cognitive Processing Therapy or
Prolonged Exposure Therapy
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Module 4 – Suicide & Depression
Assess for deployment-related suicidal risk and depression by using standardized
instruments
Treat deployment-related suicidal behavior and depression by applying evidence-based
approaches
The course travels around the country to different locations. A schedule for this course is
posted on the CDP homepage under Upcoming Training Events (http://deploymentpsych.org/).
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The Center for Deployment Psychology offers free intensive weeklong courses—Topics in
Deployment Psychology—for providers and professionals throughout the year
(http://deploymentpsych.org/training/military; see this website for information on training
topics, schedules, locations, and registration). These courses cover topics related to military
and veteran mental health such as:
 Deployment 101: Examines the deployment cycle with attention to the unique culture,
expectations and experience of military deployment including the reintegration with
family and community upon return.
 Trauma and Resilience: Addresses issues of psychological trauma and resilience
particular to the experience of combat deployment. This section also includes
information pertaining to the assessment and treatment of PTSD and other problematic
responses to trauma.
 Behavioral Health Care of the Seriously Medically Injured: Participants are introduced
to issues that arise when providing behavioral health care to individuals suffering from
serious medical injuries and traumatic brain injury.
 Deployment and Families: Explores the unique impact of military deployment on family
members including children.
 Service Members and Veterans on Campus: Addresses the social, cultural, clinical, and
campus-specific concerns of service members and veterans, including specific discussion
of campus outreach and planning.
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The Center offers two-to-three-day evidence-based workshops for military and civilian
providers (http://deploymentpsych.org/training/workshops; see this website for
information on training topics, schedules, locations, and registration). Sample topics include
the following:
 Prolonged Exposure Therapy (PE)
(http://deploymentpsych.org/training/workshops/pe); this two-day workshop utilizes
the manual, Prolonged Exposure Therapy for PTSD – Therapist Guide, by Foa et al.,
2007. Courses 105 and 106 are recommended prerequisites.
 Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
(http://deploymentpsych.org/training/workshops/cpt); this two-day workshop utilizes
the manual, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Veteran/Military Version – Therapist’s
Manual by Resick et al., 2008
 Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBTI)
(http://deploymentpsych.org/training/workshops/cbti); this two-to-three day workshop
addresses sleep and sleep disorders and includes cognitive behavioral therapy for
insomnia, imagery rehearsal therapy for nightmares, treatments for sleep disordered
breathing, and pharmacotherapy for insomnia and nightmares.
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Defense Center of Excellence for Psychological Health and Traumatic Brain Injury
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In addition to the courses listed above under Sleep Disturbances, Traumatic Brain Injury,
Substance Use Disorders, Military Families, and Depression, the DCOE has been offering free
monthly webinars on a variety of topics since 2011. This website provides not only a list of
previously offered webinars but also upcoming ones. These webinars are available for CEUs
(http://www.dcoe.health.mil/Training/Monthly_Webinars.aspx).
Division of Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities, and Substance Abuse Services, North Carolina
Department of Health and Human Services:
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The Division of Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities, and Substance Abuse Services is the
lead agency for traumatic brain injury and public services in North Carolina. The Division
provides a free training course, Traumatic Brain Injury and Public Services, which consists of five
modules (20-45 minutes each). The course is available at http://www.nctbitraining.org/ . The
learning objectives are described under Traumatic Brain Injury.
Medical College of South Carolina (MUSC): MUSC offers the following free online course:
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The National Crime Victims Research and Treatment Center of the Medical College of South
Carolina developed the online course, Trauma-focused Cognitive Based Therapy
(http://tfcbt.musc.edu/). Continuing education credit for CPTWeb is awarded on a module-bymodule basis; however, all modules (i.e., the entire course) must be completed in order to
receive credit. Ten units of Continuing Education credit are approved for the successful
completion of this on-line training course. A Certificate of Completion is available for printing
once the final evaluation is submitted. The National Association of Social Workers (NASW) has
accepted the course as an approved continuing education course [NASW provider number:
886453433 (2/1/2010-1/31/2011)]. The American Psychological Association has not, largely due
to cost. Some US States may not approve the use of free CEU credits that are attained by
completing CPTWeb. Therefore, users should check with the state licensure board to determine
whether credits will be accepted. The Learning objectives are described under Trauma-Informed
Care.
National Center for PTSD, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs:
The National Center for PTSD offers a series of free online courses for providers—the PTSD 101 Core
Curriculum and PTSD 101 Beyond the Basics, which includes advanced courses on treatment, cooccurring problems, special populations, and special topics. In either grouping, courses marked with (CE)
are available for Continuing Education credit (http://www.ptsd.va.gov/professional/ptsd101/coursemodules/course-modules.asp). The VA/DoD PTSD Clinical Practice Guideline Series
(http://www.healthquality.va.gov/), listed under Beyond the Basics, provides expert training based on
the latest revisions to the PTSD Clinical Practice Guideline (CPG). (All of the courses listed below are
described above.)
PTSD 101 Core Curriculum
 What is PTSD? (CE)
 Assessment (CE)
 Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapies (CE)
 Overview of the VA/DoD 2010 Clinical Practice Guideline for PTSD
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PTSD 101 Beyond the Basics: VA/DoD Clinical Practice Guidelines
o Assessment and Management of Patients at Risk for Suicide:
http://www.healthquality.va.gov/suicideRisk.asp
o Bipolar Disorder in Adults: http://www.healthquality.va.gov/suicideRisk.asp
o Management of Major Depressive Disorder:
http://www.healthquality.va.gov/Major_Depressive_Disorder_MDD_Clinical_Practice_Guid
eline.asp
o Management of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and Acute Stress Reaction:
http://www.healthquality.va.gov/Post_Traumatic_Stress_Disorder_PTSD.asp
o Management of Tobacco Use:
http://www.healthquality.va.gov/Management_of_Tobacco_Use_MTU.asp
o Management of Substance Use Disorder:
http://www.healthquality.va.gov/Substance_Use_Disorder_SUD.asp
o Management of Concussion-Mild Traumatic Brain Injury:
http://www.healthquality.va.gov/management_of_concussion_mtbi.asp
o Post-Deployment Health Evaluation and Management:
http://www.healthquality.va.gov/Post_Deployment_Health_PDH.asp
Advanced Clinical Practice
 Recommendations for Acute Stress Management and Prevention of PTSD
 Couples and PTSD (CE)
 Group Treatment for PTSD
 Increasing Effectiveness of PTSD Treatments (CE)
 Overcoming Barriers (CE)
 Cognitive Processing Therapy
 Prolonged Exposure Therapy
 Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Stress Inoculation Training (SIT)
 Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Comorbidities and Complications
 Anger, Aggression and PTSD
 Physical Health Effects (CE)
 PTSD and Chronic Pain
 Sleep Problems, Insomnia, and PTSD
 Smoking Cessation (CE) and Treating Tobacco Use and Dependence
 Management of Substance Use Disorders
 Traumatic Brain Injury (CE)
Specific Populations
PTSD and the Life Course
o Aging and PTSD
Race and Ethnicity
o Cross-Cultural Considerations (CE)
o African-American Veterans (CE)
o Asian American & Pacific Islander Veterans (CE)
o Hispanic Veterans (CE)
Military Issues
o Combat Stress Injuries (CE)
o Military Culture (CE)
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o Military Sexual Trauma (CE)
Special Topics
 Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) and PTSD
 Epidemiology of PTSD
 Resilience to Stress and Trauma
The National Center for PTSD has issued many materials designed to help and inform the public:
http://www.ptsd.va.gov/public/index.asp
 The Returning from the War Zone Guides, one for service members and one for family of
military personnel,
http://www.ptsd.va.gov/public/reintegration/returning_from_the_war_zone_guides.asp, are
provided in multiple formats, including informative handouts that clinicians can provide to their
clients and their families.
 For service members: http://www.ptsd.va.gov/public/reintegration/guide-pdf/SMGuide.pdf
 For family members of military personnel: http://www.ptsd.va.gov/public/reintegration/guidepdf/FamilyGuide.pdf
North Carolina Area Health Education Centers (AHECs):
The Treating the Invisible Wounds of War series is a collaboration of the Citizen Soldier Support
Program, the Area Health Education Centers in North Carolina, and the MIRECC. Three of the
trainings—Treating the Invisible Wounds of War (covers PTSD, TBI, and military culture), Issues of
Women Returning from Combat, and Understanding Military Family Issues have been turned into free
online courses and are available for credit by visiting:
http://www.aheconnect.com/citizensoldier/courses.asp. A description of each course is provided in
sections above.
 Treating the Invisible Wounds of War
 Issues of Women Returning from Combat
 Understanding Military Family Issues
 Other free online courses offered by the NC AHECs include the following:
o A Primary Care Approach
http://www.aheconnect.com/citizensoldier/cdetail.asp?courseid=citizensoldier5
o Recognizing the Signs of mTBI during Routine Eye Examinations
http://www.aheconnect.com/citizensoldier/cdetail.asp?courseid=citizensoldier4
o Employee Assistance in the Civilian Workforce
http://www.aheconnect.com/citizensoldier/cdetail.asp?courseid=citizensoldier8
U.S. Department of Defense Military Health System:
The U.S. Department of Defense Military Health System (http://www.humana-military.com/LearningLibrary/online-learning/dod-online-learning.asp) offers the following online courses to its civilian
network provider partners. Continuing Medical Education (CME) credit is awarded for these courses by
the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) which is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing
Medical Education (ACCME®).
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Courses in Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
(https://mhslearn.csd.disa.mil/ilearn/en/learner/mhs/portal/tbi.jsp?site=CPP)
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TBI: Introduction (0 credit)
TBI: Epidemiology and the Nature of TBI (.33 credit)
TBI: Concussion Management: Sequelae and Treatment of Mild TBI (.5 credit)
TBI: Rehabilitation of the Veteran With Traumatic Brain Injury (.5 credit)
TBI: Post-Acute/Chronic Sequelae: Medical and Physical Problems (.25 credit)
TBI: Post-Acute/Chronic Sequelae: Cognitive Problems (.25 credit)
TBI: Post-Acute/Chronic Sequelae: Emotional and Behavioral Problems (.25 credit)
TBI: TBI in the Elderly and Aging With TBI (.25 credit)
TBI: Living With TBI: Impact on the Survivor and Family (.33 credit)
TBI: Driving Issues After TBI (.25 credit)
TBI: VA TBI System of Care (.25 credit)
TBI: Common Somatic Medical Problems Following TBI (.33 credit)
Mild Traumatic Brain Injury Web-based Case Studies – a series of 12 modules on diagnosing
mild TBI and assessing and managing specific symptoms (fatigue and sleep dysfunction; dizziness
and disequilibrium; persistent headaches; persistent symptoms; cognitive and behavioral
symptoms; hearing and vision problems)
Assessing and Managing Fatigue and Sleep Dysfunction
Assessing and Treating Dizziness and Disequilibrium
Assessing the Individual with Persistent Headaches
Assessing the Individual with Persistent Symptoms
Cognitive and Behavioral Symptom Management
Diagnosing Mild Traumatic Brain Injury
DoD ICD-9-CM Coding Guidance for Traumatic Brain Injury
Management of Hearing and Vision Problems Following mTBI
Mild Traumatic Brain Injury: Putting it all Together Part 1
Mild Traumatic Brain Injury: Putting it all Together Part 2
Mild Traumatic Brain Injury: Return to Duty/Activity
Use, Administration, and Interpretation of the MACE
TBI 101: Introduction and Awareness – Army
TBI 101: Introduction and Awareness – Joint
TBI 201: TBI Overview for Healthcare Personnel
TBI 401: Primary Care Assessment and Management for Concussion
Courses in Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
(https://mhslearn.csd.disa.mil/ilearn/en/learner/mhs/portal/civilian_ptsd.jsp)
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Cognitive-Behavioral Interventions for PTSD (1 credit)
Combat Stress Injuries (1 credit)
Neurobiology and Pharmacotherapy for PTSD (1 credit)
Physical Health Effects of Traumatic Exposure (1 credit)
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder Checklist - Military (0 credit)
PTSD and Families (1 credit)
PTSD and Substance Abuse: Dual Diagnosis Overview and Treatment (1 credit)
PTSD for the Primary Care Clinician: Focusing on OIF/OEF Returnees (1 credit)
PTSD: General Cross-Cultural Considerations (1 credit)
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Risk and Resiliency Factors in PTSD: Making Meaning From War and Trauma (1 credit)
Sexual Assault and PTSD: Information Screening, and Treatment (1 credit)
The New Warrior: Combat Stress and Wellness – Provider Perspectives (1.5 credits)
Vicarious Traumatization: Towards Recognition and Resilience-Building (1 credit)
What Is PTSD? (1 credit)
Mild Traumatic Brain Injury (0 credit)
Women Who Serve in Our Military: Insights for Interventions – Provider Perspectives (1.5 credits)
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
VA Veterans’ Health Initiative: VA Veterans’ Health Initiative
(http://www.publichealth.va.gov/vethealthinitiative/) has a series of self-study courses, in which the
online courses and credit hours are only available for VA employees. However, civilians may download
copies of the independent study guides.
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Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD): Implications for Primary Care Study Guide:
http://www.publichealth.va.gov/docs/vhi/posttraumatic.pdf, March 2002
Traumatic Amputation and Prosthetics Study Guide:
http://www.publichealth.va.gov/docs/vhi/traumatic_amputation.pdf, May 2002
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Study Guide: http://www.publichealth.va.gov/docs/vhi/traumaticbrain-injury-vhi.pdf April 2010
Military Sexual Trauma (MST) Study Guide:
http://www.publichealth.va.gov/docs/vhi/military_sexual_trauma.pdf, January 2004
Caring for War Wounded Study Guide (for OEF/OIF wounded):
http://www.publichealth.va.gov/docs/vhi/oef_oif.pdf, original presentation March 2003
Hearing Impairment Study Guide, March 2002:
http://www.publichealth.va.gov/vethealthinitiative/hearing_impairment.asp
Visual impairment and Blindness, April 2002:
http://www.publichealth.va.gov/vethealthinitiative/visual_impairment.asp
Battered Women’s Justice Project
The Battered Women’s Justice Project offers an online course and a series of free webinars that
can be accessed through their website. The online course, Safety at Home - Intimate Partner Violence,
Military Personnel, and Veterans, consists of the following modules: Context of Violence; Risk and
Danger; Combat Stress; Co-Occurring Conditions and Intimate Partner Violence; and Military and
Veteran Cultural Competence (http://www.bwjp.org/elearning_course.aspx). The following modules
are still in development: Department of Defense Response to Intimate Partner Violence; National
Guard, Reserves, and Department of Veterans Affairs Response to Intimate Partner Violence; and
Collaboration, Memoranda of Understanding, and Jurisdiction. Webinars
(http://www.bwjp.org/webinar_recordings_military.aspx) include the following:
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The Battered Women’s Justice Project (BWJP) and the National Resource Center on Domestic
Violence (NRCDV) Webinar Series: Military Experience, Trauma, and Intimate Partner Violence
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Session 1: What I Need to Know About Intimate Partner Violence and Military-Related
Issues Even if I Don’t Live Near a Military Installation
o Session 2: Justice-Involved Veterans and Intimate Partner Violence
The Department of Defense Response to Intimate Partner Violence
What You Always Wanted to Know About Military Justice, Intimate Partner Violence, and Sexual
Assault But Didn't Know Who to Ask!
Introduction to the Military-Civilian Advocate Resource Network
Military and Civilian Protection Orders: What You Need to Know
The Department of Veterans Affairs and Intimate Partner Violence: An Overview of Mental
Health Services and Resources
The National Guard and Reserves and Intimate Partner Violence
Civil Law Issues and Intimate Partner Violence: What Happens to Military Family Members?
Custody Issues and Military Families
PTSD and Relationships: Intimate Partner Violence Across the Lifespan
The Complex Dynamics of Intimate Relationships for Treatment Seeking Veterans with PostTraumatic Stress Disorder
Military Personnel, Veterans, Suicide, and Intimate Partner Violence
Resources for Advocates and Attorneys Working with Military-Related Survivors of Intimate
Partner Violence
Sexual Assault, Military Personnel, and Veterans
Military and Veteran Cultural Competence for Civilian Attorneys and Legal Advocates
The Invisible War – Sexual Assault in the Military
Military Justice and the Legal Assistance Program
Working with Military LGBTQ Intimate Partner Violence Survivors Post-Don’t Ask Don’t Tell
You’ve Been Served: Ins and Outs of Service Active Duty Military Personnel with Legal Papers
Women Veterans and Trauma
Protection Orders: Tools in the Client-Safety Toolkit
The Long Road Back: Resources for Women Veterans
Domestic Violence, Firearms, and the Military
Family Support Matters and the Military
Family Advocacy Programs in the Military Services
Department of Veterans Affairs Pocket Guides:
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Ethics http://www.ethics.va.gov/docs/integratedethics/Ethics_Consultation_CASES_Pocket_Ca
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Military Health History - http://www4.va.gov/oaa/pocketcard/default.asp
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Depression Pocketcard:
http://www.healthquality.va.gov/mdd/MDDClinicalGuidelinesPocketCard013013.pdf
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Errata sheet for depression
pocketcard: http://www.healthquality.va.gov/mdd/ErrataforManagementofMDDPocketCard.p
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PTSD Pocketcard: http://www.healthquality.va.gov/ptsd/PTSD_PocketGuide_13May2013v1.pdf
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SUDs Pocket-card for Provider, September
2001: http://www.healthquality.va.gov/sud/sud_poc_combined.pdf
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Substance Misuse
Pocketcard: http://www.healthquality.va.gov/sud/SUDPocketGuideOverview.pdf
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MIRECC VISN 19 Suicide Prevention Pocket Card:
http://www.mirecc.va.gov/visn19/VISN_19_Education.asp
Quick Guides for Providers on Traumatic Brain Injury:
o mTBI Pocketcard: http://www.healthquality.va.gov/mtbi/Pocket_Card_2-11-11.pdf
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o TBI Pocketcard for Provider: http://www.mirecc.va.gov/MIRECC/docs/visn6/TBIpocketcards-providers.pdf
o TBI Handout for Provider: http://www.mirecc.va.gov/MIRECC/docs/visn6/TBI-handoutproviders.pdf
o TBI Pocketcard for Veteran/Family: http://www.mirecc.va.gov/MIRECC/docs/visn6/TBIpocketcards-vet-family.pdf
o TBI Handout for Veteran/Family: http://www.mirecc.va.gov/MIRECC/docs/visn6/TBIhandout-vet-family.pdf
Best contacts:
North Carolina Division of Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities, and Substance Abuse Services:
Flo Stein, Chief
Community Policy Management Section
Division of Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities,
and Substance Abuse Services
North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
3007 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-3007
919/733-4670
Flo.Stein@dhhs.nc.gov
Joan Kaye
Community Policy Management Section
Division of Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities,
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and Substance Abuse Services
North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services
3007 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-3007
919/715-1294
Joan.Kaye@dhhs.nc.gov
VA:
Harold Kudler, M.D.
Associate Director, Mid-Atlantic Mental Illness Research, Education and Clinical Center (MIRECC)
Veterans Integrated Service Network 6
Veterans Affairs Medical Center
Associate Clinical Professor
Duke University Department of Psychiatry
and Behavioral Sciences
Durham, NC 27705
(919) 286-0411, ext. 7021
Harold.Kudler@va.gov
North Carolina National Guard (NCNG):
Stephanie W. Nissen, NCC, LMHC, LPC (All training requests must go through Ms. Nissen)
State Behavioral Health Programs Director
Psychological Services Section
NCNG-JFHQ-J1/J9
(919) 664-6126
stephanie.w.nissen.ctr@mail.mil
Wei Li Fang, Ph.D.
Director for Research and Evaluation
Governor’s Institute on Substance Abuse
1121 Situs Court
Suite 320
Raleigh, NC 27606
(919) 452-3988
Prepared by Wei Li Fang, Ph.D.
August 2, 2013
A project of the Division of Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities, and Substance Abuse Services of the North
Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, supported by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services
Administration, US Department of Health and Human Services.
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