Cognitive Adaptation Training (CAT) Certification

Description

CAT is an
evidence-based psychosocial intervention designed to bypass cognitive and
motivational impairments associated with serious mental illness in an effort to
improve functional outcomes. CAT interventions include environmental supports
such as signs, checklists, alarms, pill containers, and the organization of
belongings to cue and sequence adaptive behaviors in the individual’s home. The
interventions are individualized based upon a standardized assessment of each
person’s needs and challenges. CAT has been shown to decrease rates of relapse
and to improve multiple functional outcomes.

This is 6.5 hours on eLearning training
via
eLearning modules. This course provides you with an advanced understanding of
CAT treatment and is the final step to becoming a Certified CAT Practitioner.
The course presents an in-depth review of the CAT model; detailed practices on
assessments, structure treatment planning, and application of advanced
interventions for various challenges faced by the individual; documentation of
CAT services; utilizing Motivational Interviewing during CAT and differences of
CAT and other evidenced based practices.

This
training provides 6.5 hours of Continuing Education Credits for the following
licenses: Psychologist, Professional Counselor, Psychological Associate, Social
Work, Marriage and Family Therapist and Chemical Dependency Counselor. Upon
successful completion of the training, you will earn a certificate of
completion and (if applicable) continuing education credit.

Funding
for all training opportunities is provided by the Texas Health and Human
Services Commission and is only offered to Texas residents.