SUD 101: Substance Use Disorders in Older Adults

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Release on Apr 29, 2026 12:00 AM Central Daylight Time
Access expires on Apr 29, 2029

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Credit Offered

1.75 CME Credits

1.75 PA-CME Credits

1.75 Other Professionals Credits

1.75 Nursing Credits

1.75 Pharmacy Credits

1.75 IPCE Credits

Course and Curriculum Overview
Course Completion & Accreditation

Course Title: Substance Use Disorders in Older Adults

Presenter(s): Louis Trevisan, MD and Roberto D. Sanchez, DO

Course Description: Substance Use Disorders in Older Adults is a growing problem not only in the United States but throughout the developed world. The Baby Boomer generation, born between 1946 and 1964, is turning 62-80 years old this year. This group is presenting with more Substance Use Disorders and need for substance use treatment now. The use of an artificial cut off age of 65 years as the definition of elderly or old is arbitrary, and this will be discussed. The course will look at the prevalence, screening and treatment of non-medical use of prescription drugs and illicit opioids, as well as use of tobacco, alcohol, stimulants and cocaine, marijuana, and non-opioid sedative hypnotic agents. There are interactive questions throughout the course to help digest and discuss the information presented.

Educational Objectives:
At the conclusion of this activity, participants should be able to:

Review the prevalence of substance use disorders in older people.
Describe the signs and symptoms of substance use and misuse in older people.
Identify psychopharmacological considerations in older adults.
Assess effective psychosocial interventions for older adults with substance use disorders.
Devise a comprehensive plan to treat substance use disorders in older people.

Curriculum Overview: Healthcare professionals are often on the front lines of treating substance use disorders (SUDs), yet many have limited formal training in this area. The SUD 101 Core Curriculum is designed to build a strong foundation in current research, evidence-based practices, and available resources.

The curriculum includes:

Foundational Courses: Eight interactive, case-based courses that simulate real-world clinical scenarios and provide foundational SUD training
Supplemental Courses: These courses offer a deeper exploration of specialized topics and expand on core concepts

Together, these courses enhance healthcare professionals’ competence and confidence in caring for patients with SUDs across the continuum of care, with a particular focus on opioid use disorders (OUD).

This is a supplemental course within the SUD 101 Core Curriculum. Visit the SUD 101 Core Curriculum page to explore additional educational trainings as new courses become available.

Course Components:

Interactive learning: interactive presentation with knowledge checks and reflection questions.
Resources: Downloadable slide deck, resource links, references, and mentorship opportunities.
Team-based takeaway guide: This tool provides important course takeaways from and for specific members of the team. It was designed to help the team learn from and about one another.
Accredited CE credits: A certificate following completion of the course

Requirements for Successful Activity Completion:
To complete this activity and obtain your Certificate, please follow the steps below:

Course Content:
Complete the interactive presentation (30-60 minutes).
Evaluation:
Click Evaluation to complete the final PCSS-MOUD course evaluation.
Claim your Certificate:
Select and claim your preferred certificate type on the next page. Once claimed, a download button will appear in your Certificate Tab. If you do not see the download button or cannot access your certificate, return to the course evaluation and claim your preferred credit/certificate.
Post Survey:
90 Days following your completion of this activity, you will receive a survey (2 questions) to ask about changes in your practice

Accreditation statement

In support of improving patient care, American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

Credit Designation Statements:

Physicians

American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry designates this enduring material for a maximum of 1.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Nurses and Nurse Practitioners

American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry is an approved provider of nursing continuing education through AAAP’s Joint Accreditation provider #4008192. This activity is approved for up to 1.75 CNE credits.

Pharmacists

This activity has been approved for 1.75 hour of pharmacy continuing education credit. The approval number issued is Universal Activity Number: UAN JA4008192-0000-26-045-H01-P.

PAs

PA AAPA Category 1 CME

American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry has been authorized by the American Academy of PAs (AAPA) to award AAPA Category 1 CME credit for activities planned in accordance with AAPA CME Criteria. This activity is designated for 1.75 AAPA Category 1 CME credits. Approval is valid until April 29, 2029. PAs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation.

Other Health Professionals and Other Learners

Participants will receive a certificate stating this program is designated for 1.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. This credit is accepted by the AANP and the AAPA.

All Learners

IPCE_Credit

This activity was planned by and for the healthcare team, and learners will receive 1.75 Interprofessional Continuing Education credits for learning and change.