SUPERA

Summary

This video introduces the Supera extension course, a collaborative initiative between Unifesp and Univesp. Targeting professionals in healthcare, social assistance, and education, the course focuses on the prevention and treatment of substance abuse. Over four months, participants engage in 170 hours of online activities, learning about drug use, triage techniques, brief interventions, and harm reduction strategies. With new, in-depth materials on harm reduction, the course aims to equip participants with the skills needed to address substance use disorders and enhance community-based prevention and treatment efforts. The course is free and offers certification from Univesp and Unifesp.

Takeaways

• 😀 The Supera extension course is a free, multidisciplinary program offered in partnership with UNIFESP and UNIVESP, focused on drug prevention and treatment.
• 😀 It is designed for professionals in healthcare, social assistance, education, and others working directly in drug use prevention or treatment.
• 😀 The course lasts four months (170 hours), with all activities conducted online through the Superbike website.
• 😀 Over 42,000 individuals applied for the 10,000 available spots, with more than 72% of selected participants coming from São Paulo.
• 😀 The course covers seven key modules, including the epidemiology of drug use, effects of substances, triage tools, brief interventions, and treatment options.
• 😀 Participants will be taught about harm reduction practices, which were previously briefly covered but are now expanded into an entire module.
• 😀 The course uses videos, texts, and PDFs as materials, with students supported by tutors and supervisors in an online learning environment.
• 😀 Participants receive certification from UNIVESP and UNIFESP upon completing the course.
• 😀 A total of 12 cohorts have already been trained, reaching 130,000 professionals nationwide, with ongoing improvements to the curriculum.
• 😀 The course now includes a second, updated material on harm reduction developed in collaboration with UNIVESP.
• 😀 The course is aimed at equipping professionals with the necessary skills to perform correct triage and interventions for individuals with substance use problems.

Q & A

What is the purpose of the 'Supera' extension course?

The purpose of the 'Supera' extension course is to train professionals in various fields, including health, social assistance, and education, to effectively prevent drug use or treat individuals with substance use disorders.

Which institutions are partnering to offer the 'Supera' course?

The course is offered through a partnership between the University of São Paulo (UNIFESP) and the University of Virtual Education of São Paulo (UNIVESP).

Who is the target audience for the 'Supera' course?

The course is directed at professionals in healthcare, social assistance, education, and other sectors who work directly in the prevention or treatment of substance use disorders.

What is the duration and structure of the 'Supera' course?

The course lasts for four months and consists of 170 hours of online activities, with a combination of self-study, video content, and discussions.

How many people registered for the latest edition of the course, and how many spots were available?

A total of 42,668 people registered for the course, with 10,000 spots available for participants in São Paulo state.

What support do students receive during the course?

Students are supported by tutors and supervisors throughout the course. They have opportunities to clarify doubts, participate in thematic discussion forums, and complete assessments.

What certificates are awarded to students who complete the 'Supera' course?

Upon completing the course, students are awarded certificates from both UNIVESP and UNIFESP.

What are the key topics covered in the 'Supera' course?

The course covers topics such as epidemiology of drug use, effects of substances, screening tools for substance use, brief interventions, networks for health and social assistance, treatment modalities, and community involvement in prevention and treatment.

What is the new material introduced in the 13th edition of the 'Supera' course?

The 13th edition introduces a new, in-depth module on harm reduction, developed in partnership with UNIVESP. This topic was previously touched upon briefly but is now expanded with new materials.

What is the role of family and community in the 'Supera' course?

The course emphasizes the importance of family and community involvement in preventing risky drug use and supporting the treatment of individuals with substance use disorders.