Course Description
This course will provide you with information on how to quit smoking without smoking cessation aids, also known as Nicotine Replacement Therapies (nicotine gum, the patch, etc.) This course does not provide any miracles, and cannot guarantee your success. That is solely up to you, but I hope this course will educate you so you can be successful! We will discuss nicotine addiction, health risks of smoking, reasons for quitting, where to find support, what you need to do to quit, and how to avoid relapses.
- Completely Online
- Self-Paced
- 6 Months to Complete
- 24/7 Availability
- Start Anytime
- PC & Mac Compatible
- Android & iOS Friendly
- Accredited CEUs
Learning Outcomes
By successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
- Define the biochemical process by which nicotine influences dopamine release in the brain and relate this to its addictive potential.
- Identify and describe three common withdrawal symptoms associated with nicotine cessation, and analyze their impact on the quitting process.
- Describe the physiological effects of nicotine on the human body and its impact on addiction and overall health.
- Identify the major health risks associated with smoking, including respiratory diseases, cardiovascular diseases, and various types of cancer.
- Define the immediate health benefits experienced within 24 hours of quitting smoking, such as the normalization of heart rate and carbon monoxide levels.
- Explain the financial advantages of quitting smoking by calculating potential savings over a 10-year period based on average daily cigarette spending.
- Identify three personal motivations for quitting smoking and discuss their potential impact on an individual's decision-making process.
- Demonstrate an understanding of effective support program characteristics by listing key components that contribute to successful smoking cessation.
- Identify at least three sources of support available for individuals attempting to quit smoking and describe the services they offer.
- Describe the immediate and long-term health benefits achieved by quitting smoking, such as improved lung function and reduced disease risks, using recent statistics.
- Identify personal motivations and psychological strategies to manage withdrawal symptoms and maintain commitment to quitting smoking, including the use of the Four A's and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Define the role of nutrition in supporting the body's recovery process during the initial phase of quitting smoking by listing three dietary changes that can aid withdrawal.
- Identify and implement three strategies for managing psychological cravings within the first week of quitting smoking by reviewing personal stress triggers and applying stress-reduction techniques.
- Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.
Assessment Guide
| Assessment | Points |
|---|---|
| Why this Course? | 1 points |
| Lesson 1 Exam: Addiction | 24 points |
| Lesson 1 Review Exam | 15 points |
| Lesson 2 Exam: Health Risks | 6 points |
| Lesson 2 Review Exam | 15 points |
| Lesson 3 Exam: Required Reading | 3 points |
| Lesson 3 Exam: Why Quit? | 5 points |
| Lesson 3 Review Exam | 10 points |
| Lesson 4 Review Exam | 18 points |
| Lesson 5 Exam: Quitting | 6 points |
| Lesson 5 Review Exam | 20 points |
| Lesson 6 Exam: Avoiding Relapse | 9 points |
| Lesson 6 Review Exam | 15 points |
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