Nicotine Dependence

Nicotine Dependence is organized by CareerSmart Learning.

This course will be updated or discontinued on or before July 31, 2027.

Description:
This course provides an advanced overview of the history, pathophysiology, and diagnosis of nicotine dependence. 
Learners will achieve the following objectives:

• Describe the history of tobacco
• Identify the epidemiology of tobacco use
• Recognize how nicotine creates dependence
• Characterize the patient populations with higher nicotine dependence
• Explain the diagnosis, treatment options, and typical outcomes following treatment for nicotine dependence.