Diploma in Relapse Prevention and Recovery Support

The Diploma in Relapse Prevention and Recovery Support is a specialized professional program designed to equip counselors, mental health practitioners, addiction specialists, social workers, coaches, and caregivers with the skills to help individuals maintain sobriety and long-term recovery from substance use, behavioral addictions, and compulsive disorders.

This program blends clinical insight, behavioral science, and practical intervention strategies, empowering students to understand the complexity of relapse, identify early warning signs, and implement evidence-based prevention techniques that support sustained healing.

Whether you work in treatment centers, rehabilitation programs, community health, corporate environments, or private practice, this diploma prepares you to offer holistic, compassionate, and results-oriented support to clients on their recovery journey.

Why Choose This Course?

  • Provides a comprehensive and multidisciplinary understanding of relapse dynamics.
  • Focuses on practical, actionable relapse prevention planning and long-term support.
  • Integrates trauma-informed, person-centered, and strengths-based approaches.
  • Designed for both new and experienced practitioners across the globe.
  • Features real-world case studies, supervision, and hands-on tools used in leading recovery programs.
  • Equips you to contribute meaningfully to one of the world’s most urgent mental health needs.

What You Will Learn

Students will gain advanced knowledge and practical skills in:

  • The neurobiology and psychology of addiction and relapse.
  • Stages of recovery and relapse prevention frameworks.
  • Identifying internal and external triggers.
  • Cognitive-behavioral relapse prevention techniques.
  • Motivational interviewing for sustained change.
  • Trauma, stress, and emotional regulation in recovery.
  • Mindfulness-based and somatic relapse prevention tools.
  • Family dynamics and support systems in recovery.
  • Crisis stabilization, safety planning, and harm reduction.
  • Developing personalized relapse prevention plans.

Program Outcomes

Upon completion, graduates will be able to:

  • Conduct relapse risk assessments and create individualized prevention plans.
  • Support clients through cravings, emotional triggers, and high-risk situations.
  • Integrate behavioral, cognitive, and somatic interventions into recovery work.
  • Facilitate group sessions, peer support structures, and aftercare programs.
  • Collaborate effectively with rehabilitation centers and multidisciplinary teams.
  • Apply ethical, culturally responsive, and trauma-informed practices.
  • Provide long-term recovery coaching and accountability support.

Who Can Enroll?

This diploma is ideal for:

  • Counselors and psychotherapists
  • Addiction recovery workers
  • Rehabilitation and detox center staff
  • Social workers & community support professionals
  • Coaches and peer recovery specialists
  • Religious or community leaders
  • Mental health practitioners
  • HR professionals focused on employee support
  • Anyone supporting loved ones or clients in recovery

No prior experience is required, though mental health or human services background is an advantage.

Program Details

  • Delivery Mode: Online / Hybrid / In-Person
  • Duration: Flexible (6–12 weeks depending on study pace)
  • Assessment: Case studies, reflective journals, practical projects, and final evaluation
  • Certification: Diploma in Relapse Prevention and Recovery Support (CICN)
  • Global Access: Open to learners worldwide

Why Study at CICN?

  • Globally relevant curriculum aligned with international standards.
  • Experienced faculty with expertise in addiction, trauma, and recovery psychology.
  • Practical, evidence-based tools you can apply immediately.
  • Supportive learning environment that nurtures your professional growth.
  • Strong reputation as a pioneer in counseling education and mental health advocacy.
  • Flexible, accessible programs designed for working professionals worldwide.

CICN empowers you to transform recovery outcomes, one life at a time.

Career Opportunities After Graduation

Graduates can work in:

  • Addiction treatment and rehabilitation centers
  • Mental health clinics and hospitals
  • Community-based recovery programs
  • NGO and public health interventions
  • Corporate wellness and employee assistance programs
  • Schools, universities, and youth centers
  • Private practice as relapse prevention specialists
  • Faith-based and community organizations
  • Recovery coaching and aftercare support.

This qualification strengthens your ability to guide individuals toward healthier, more stable, and empowered lives.

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