Training

Matrix Model

Accredited National Training Courses

The Matrix Model is clinical training on the Evidence-Based Matrix Model of Intensive Outpatient Treatment. It is nationally and internationally recognized for its structured, evidence-based outpatient treatment approach known as the Matrix Model. Training is appropriate for: health care professionals, substance abuse treatment providers, and interested parties.

SMART Helderberg Addictions Training

We host accredited seminars facilitated by the Matrix Institute on Addictions, University of California, Los Angeles.

Matrix Model Core Training

Matrix Model for co-occurring disorders.

Matrix Model Key Supervisor training.

Matrix Adolescent Programme.

Key Information Sessions (KIS)

This short course aims to develop knowledge and skills so attendees can understand and more effectively manage drug and alcohol related problems.

Learning will be dynamic, interactive, and delegates will:

Have knowledge on the different drugs, their effects and the current trends
Understand the theory and practice of alcohol and drug use prevention and education
Understand the changes in the brain and the continuum of use
Understand the continuum of helping
Know how the substance use affects the individual, their family and the community
Understand the link between HIV/AIDS and other communicable diseases
Understand seamless services; the tiered/stepped system of care
Knowledge of referral sources
Be able to identify community partners and structures

(Substance Misuse: Advocacy, Research & Training) South Africa’s leading independent centre of expertise on alcohol and drugs.

Contact Info

083 327 3911 | 021 850 0792

admin@smart-sa.org

201 Victoria Centre, 7 Victoria Street, Somerset West, Cape Town, 7130

Areas of Expertise

Addiction Counseling

Training Courses