Courses

The course is intended to prepare applicants for the CADC exam. It has been approved for (18) CEU's from the Illinois Certification Board and/or as a 2 hour credit course to GSU students. The course provides review of the material covered in the CADC exam including the 4 identified domains and applying the knowledge in each domain to direct practice situations. The course is divided up into three full class days via zoom. Course Fee: $299


This course contains no sessions
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The Certified Recovery Support Specialist (CRSS) Success Program will provide high quality recovery support training with supervised practical experience and wrap-around supports. Coordinated by post-secondary educational institutions for individuals with lived experience of mental health, substance use, or co-occurring mental health and substance use recovery. All registrations must be approved before enrolling by GSU's Addictions Program.


August 22, 2026 to October 24, 2026, Online via Blackboard; Course 1 of 4
The Community Health Care Worker (CHW) Certificate Program is a year-long, 144-hour training program designed to prepare individuals to serve as effective advocates and health educators within their communities- particularly among minority and disabled populations. The program covers a wide range of topics, including disability rights, health equity, chronic conditions, mental health, nutrition, and cultural sensitivity. Participants gain practical skills in communication, first aid, health literacy, and patient navigation.


January 19, 2026 to December 10, 2026
The Community Health Care Worker (CHW) Certificate Program is a year-long, 144-hour training program designed to prepare individuals to serve as effective advocates and health educators within their communities- particularly among minority and disabled populations. The program covers a wide range of topics, including disability rights, health equity, chronic conditions, mental health, nutrition, and cultural sensitivity.


This course contains no sessions
This course will provide occupational therapists, occupational therapy assistants, new graduates and early career OT/OTAs with an overview of the State of Illinois Early Intervention Program and best practice guidelines.


September 24, 2026 to December 10, 2026, ONLINE
The Recovery Support Specialist Training Program will provide high-quality recovery support training and prepare individuals with lived experience of mental health challenges, substance use, or co-occurring conditions to support others in their recovery journeys. Coordinated by post-secondary educational institutions for individuals with lived experience of mental health, substance use, or co-occurring mental health and substance use recovery.


This course contains no sessions
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This course will provide enrollees with the clinical supervision required to meet eligibility for Illinois Clinical Social Work Licensure (LCSW). Enrollees in the course can expect to engage in live/synchronous virtual sessions with a peer group of no more than five and a highly experienced licensed clinical social worker. *Participants will meet in groups of five.


September 1-30, 2026
October 1-30, 2026
November 2-30, 2026