Universal Treatment Curriculum for Substance Use Disorders

Internationally Recognized Training for Addiction Treatment Professionals

The Universal Treatment Curriculum (UTC) for Substance Use Disorders is a globally standardized training program developed to professionalize and strengthen the workforce responding to the growing challenge of substance use and addiction.

Offered by SAPTA College, this curriculum equips participants with the knowledge, skills, and values necessary to provide effective, ethical, and evidence-based treatment services for individuals affected by substance use disorders (SUDs).

Whether you’re a beginner or a practicing professional in the addiction field, the UTC provides comprehensive, internationally aligned training that prepares you to deliver high-impact support in clinical, community, or institutional settings.

🧠 What is the Universal Treatment Curriculum (UTC)?

The UTC was developed by the Colombo Plan Drug Advisory Programme in collaboration with international experts in addiction treatment and organizations such as the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL) and NAADAC – The Association for Addiction Professionals.

SAPTA College is proud to deliver this curriculum in Kenya and the region, advancing the professional capacity of treatment providers across Africa.

🗓️ Course Overview

  • Course Title: Universal Treatment Curriculum (UTC) for Substance Use Disorders

  • Modules Covered: Core Modules 1–8 (can be delivered individually or in blocks)

  • Delivery Mode: In-person and/or Online (flexible formats)

  • Duration: Varies by module – each typically lasts 2–5 days

  • Certification: Participants receive international recognition through the Global Centre for Credentialing and Certification (GCCC)

  • Eligibility: Open to addiction professionals, students, and support workers

📘 Curriculum Highlights

The UTC consists of 8 core modules, each focusing on a specific area of substance use treatment:

  1. Physiology and Pharmacology for Addiction Professionals

  2. Treatment for Substance Use Disorders – The Continuum of Care

  3. Common Co-Occurring Mental and Medical Disorders

  4. Basic Counselling Skills for Addiction Professionals

  5. Assessment and Treatment Planning

  6. Case Management and Crisis Intervention

  7. Client, Family, and Community Education

  8. Ethics for Addiction Professionals

Each module combines theoretical frameworks, culturally relevant content, real-world case studies, and hands-on skills that professionals can apply in their day-to-day practice.

🎯 Who Should Take the UTC?

This course is designed for individuals working in or planning to enter the substance use disorder treatment field, including:

  • Addiction counsellors and therapists

  • Social workers and mental health professionals

  • Nurses and healthcare providers

  • Peer support workers

  • NGO, faith-based, and community health program staff

  • Students pursuing psychology, social sciences, or counselling

✅ Why Enroll in UTC at SAPTA College?

  • International Standards: UTC aligns with global best practices in addiction treatment

  • Experienced Trainers: Learn from facilitators certified and licensed in addiction treatment

  • Career Advancement: Boost your professional qualifications and employability

  • Certification: Opportunity to pursue International Certified Addiction Professional (ICAP) credential through GCCC

  • Flexible Learning: Modules delivered in-person and virtually, with options for full-time or part-time engagement

  • Supportive Environment: Join a network of professionals passionate about recovery and wellness

🌍 Build Skills that Save Lives

With substance use disorders becoming more complex and widespread, there’s never been a greater need for qualified professionals. The UTC empowers you to respond with compassion, knowledge, and proven intervention strategies.

Graduates go on to work in:

  • Rehabilitation centres and clinics

  • Mental health organizations

  • Government health departments

  • NGOs and international agencies

  • Schools and universities

  • Community outreach programs

📢 Join the Movement Toward Professional, Evidence-Based Addiction Treatment

Be part of the change. Enroll in the Universal Treatment Curriculum at SAPTA College and take a bold step in your journey to becoming a certified addiction professional.

📞 Call: 0724 511 709
📧 Email: frontdesk@sapta.or.ke
🌐 Visit: www.sapta.or.ke

💙 SAPTA College – Empowering Addiction Professionals Across Africa with Global Standards in Training and Practice.

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