Course Offerings

Physical consequences of acute and chronic use will be discussed and treatment interventions including appropriate medications for a variety of substances


November 4, 2026 to January 20, 2027, Online-via ZOOM
This course will cover diagnosis of substance use disorder using the DSM 5


September 16, 2026 to October 14, 2026, Online-via ZOOM
Students will understand the dynamics of a self help group


Friday, October 30, 2026, Online-via ZOOM
Participants will become familiar with the foundational counseling skills essential for the successful delivery of group and individual therapies.


September 14, 2026 to October 5, 2026, Online-via ZOOM
May 27, 2027 to June 17, 2027, Online-via ZOOM
This course will cover Comprehensive exploration of "Special populations"


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A comprehensive review of theories, models and interventions will be addressed.


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This course will focus on the Comprehensive exploration of the medical issues/health consequences.


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This course will assist the counselor to: determine the presence and extent of substance use disorder


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Understand the need for crisis management regarding how to triage and respond to crisis


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Review of continuum care, how to determine the appropriate LOC, treatment planning process.


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Using current ethical issues as they relate to substance abuse treatment.


January 7-28, 2027, Online-via ZOOM
The course will assist students to: maintain their therapeutic role at all times in professional and community settings


July 22, 2026 to August 19, 2026, Online-via ZOOM
February 22, 2027 to March 22, 2027, Online-via ZOOM
Knowledge of the importance of self-care for the Substance Use Disorder Counselor


July 16-23, 2026, Online-via ZOOM
The participant will develop a basic understanding of group stages.


November 2, 2026 to December 21, 2026, Online-via ZOOM
Students will understand: the view of substance use as a chronic problem


December 1, 2026 to January 5, 2027, Online-via ZOOM