Empowering Professionals with Evidence-Based Treatment Skills
The Universal Treatment Curriculum (UTC) for Substance Use Disorders is a globally recognized training program that prepares addiction treatment professionals to deliver effective, ethical, and evidence-based services. Offered by SAPTA College, this curriculum is part of an international initiative to professionalize the addiction workforce and strengthen the quality of care for individuals suffering from substance use disorders (SUDs).
If you’re a professional working in healthcare, mental health, social work, or community outreach—or you’re aspiring to enter the addiction treatment field—this course is your gateway to internationally aligned best practices, certification, and impact.
📘 What is the Universal Treatment Curriculum?
The UTC was developed by the Colombo Plan Drug Advisory Programme in partnership with global experts, including NAADAC (The Association for Addiction Professionals) and the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL).
The curriculum is designed to build the competencies of addiction treatment professionals by offering a structured, modular training system that addresses the full continuum of care for substance use disorders.
SAPTA College is an approved training provider of the UTC in Kenya, offering participants high-quality, contextualized delivery with access to certification through the Global Centre for Credentialing and Certification (GCCC).
🗓️ Course Overview
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Course Name: Universal Treatment Curriculum for Substance Use Disorders
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Delivery Mode: Blended Learning (Online and In-Person Options)
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Modules: 8 Core Modules (may be taken individually or as a full program)
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Duration: Each module typically runs for 2–5 days
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Certification: Certificate of Completion from SAPTA College + eligibility for international credentialing (ICAP Level I, II, or III through GCCC)
🧠 Core Modules in the UTC Series:
Each module is designed to build core competencies in addiction treatment and is based on international standards and clinical best practices.
Module 1: Physiology and Pharmacology for Addiction Professionals
Understand how substances affect the brain and body, and how addiction develops biologically.
Module 2: Treatment for Substance Use Disorders – The Continuum of Care
Explore client-centered approaches to treatment planning across the recovery journey.
Module 3: Common Co-Occurring Mental and Medical Disorders
Learn to recognize and respond to co-occurring mental health issues in individuals with SUDs.
Module 4: Basic Counselling Skills for Addiction Professionals
Build core counselling skills including empathy, active listening, rapport building, and trust.
Module 5: Assessment and Treatment Planning
Master intake, assessment tools, case documentation, and creating individualized treatment plans.
Module 6: Case Management and Crisis Intervention
Gain skills to coordinate care, provide referrals, and manage emergencies effectively.
Module 7: Client, Family, and Community Education
Develop effective communication strategies to educate clients and stakeholders on recovery.
Module 8: Ethics for Addiction Professionals
Explore ethical frameworks, boundary setting, confidentiality, and professional responsibilities.
🎯 Who Should Enroll?
This curriculum is ideal for:
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Addiction treatment practitioners
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Mental health and medical professionals
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Peer support workers and recovery coaches
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Counselors, psychologists, and social workers
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NGO staff and program managers in substance use and public health
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Students pursuing a career in counselling or psychology
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Anyone working in rehabilitation centers, harm reduction, or public health programming
💼 Career Advancement & Certification
Participants who complete the UTC training are eligible to sit for the International Certified Addiction Professional (ICAP) exams administered by the Global Centre for Credentialing and Certification (GCCC).
UTC-trained professionals are equipped to work in:
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Government and private rehab centers
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Public health organizations and NGOs
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Hospitals and clinical environments
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Educational and prevention programs
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International humanitarian or development organizations
🌟 Why Choose SAPTA College for the UTC?
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📚 Accredited UTC Provider in Kenya and East Africa
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🧑🏫 Experienced, internationally certified trainers
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🖥️ Flexible learning options: online, in-person, or hybrid
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🤝 Strong links to rehabilitation centers and field placements
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🌍 Access to international certification pathways and professional networks
💬 Testimonials
“The UTC at SAPTA gave me practical tools I now use in my everyday work with clients in recovery. The content was rich, and the facilitators were exceptional.”
— Social Worker, Nairobi
“Having completed UTC Modules 1–4, I feel more confident in conducting assessments, planning treatment, and working ethically with my clients.”
— Rehab Centre Case Manager
📢 How to Enroll
Join a growing community of professionals transforming addiction treatment across Africa.
📞 Phone: 0724 511 709
📧 Email: frontdesk@sapta.or.ke
🌐 Website: www.sapta.or.ke
📝 Limited slots available. Register early to secure your seat!
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