PTSD Symptoms and Treatment in Veterans Training

The following PTSD Symptoms and Treatment in Veterans Training is designed to educate healthcare providers (HCPs) on the unique causes, symptoms, comorbidities, and evidence-based treatments of P.T.S.D. in veterans, as well as practical skills for delivering trauma-informed, veteran-centered care. 

What You Will Learn:

• Define Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (P.T.S.D.) and explain its prevalence among U.S. veterans compared to the general population.

• Identify the unique risk factors for P.T.S.D. in veterans, including combat trauma, moral injury, and military sexual trauma (M.S.T.).

• Recognize the DSM-5 diagnostic criteria and common screening tools used to assess P.T.S.D. in clinical practice.

• Describe the common symptoms and comorbidities of P.T.S.D. in veterans, including depression, substance use disorders, and traumatic brain injury (T.B.I.).

• Explain the principles and effectiveness of evidence-based treatment options, such as Cognitive Processing Therapy (C.P.T.), Prolonged Exposure Therapy (P.E.), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (E.M.D.R.).

• Discuss the role of pharmacological interventions, including first-line medications and those not recommended for treatment.

• Apply trauma-informed and veteran-centered communication strategies to build trust and avoid re-traumatization during clinical encounters.

• Identify available resources and referral systems (e.g., VA programs, Vet Centers, Veterans Crisis Line) to support ongoing care for veterans with P.T.S.D.

Once completed, you will receive a certificate of completion to verify you have finished the training. Course Length: 30 min; CME: 0.5. 

American Medical Compliance is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education to physicians.  American Medical Compliance designates this activity for a maximum of 0.5 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditsTM.  Physicians should only claim this credit for their complete participation in this activity. Providers approved by California Board of Registered Nursing. Provider # 18138 for 0.5 Contact Hours. Our continuing education program is committed to enhancing the knowledge, skills, and professional performance of healthcare professionals as they strive to improve patient care outcomes and maintain a safe workspace. Through high-quality educational activities, we aim to address identified educational needs that support the continuous professional development of our healthcare community.

The information contained in these trainings was derived from publications of CMS, NIH, and HHS (Government Sourced Material). None of the planners, authors or instructors for this activity have any relevant financial relationships to disclose. The Government Sourced Material used by AMC is available for no charge on their associated websites. The use of the Government Sourced Material by AMC does not imply endorsement or recommendation by CMS, NIH, HHS, or by the United States Government, of AMC, its enterprise, its facility, its services or its products. © 2026 American Medical Compliance, no copyright claimed in Government Sourced Material. If you are not completely satisfied with this course within 30 days you will receive a full refund.