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Course Offerings
Overview of the Addictions Field
This class will explore relevant concept in addiction.
September 18, 2023 to November 20, 2023, Online-via ZOOM
September 18, 2023 to November 20, 2023, Online-via ZOOM
Basic Knowledge: Physiology, Psychological and Pharmacological Effects
Physical consequences of acute and chronic use will be discussed and treatment interventions including appropriate medications for a variety of substances
October 25, 2023 to December 20, 2023, Online-via ZOOM
October 25, 2023 to December 20, 2023, Online-via ZOOM
Diversity of Intervention and Treatment Approaches
This course will cover diagnosis of substance use disorder using the DSM 5
June 9-30, 2023, Online-via ZOOM
September 15-29, 2023, Online-via ZOOM
June 9-30, 2023, Online-via ZOOM
September 15-29, 2023, Online-via ZOOM
Foundational Counseling Skills of Individual and Group Counseling
Participants will become familiar with the foundational counseling skills essential for the successful delivery of group and individual therapies.
Course schedule to be announced
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Individual Counseling
This course will cover the essentials of Substance Use Disorder counseling with individuals.
October 1-22, 2023, Online-via ZOOM
October 1-22, 2023, Online-via ZOOM
Counseling Special Populations And Cultural Competence
This course will cover Comprehensive exploration of "Special populations"
September 16, 2023 to October 14, 2023, Online-via ZOOM
September 16, 2023 to October 14, 2023, Online-via ZOOM
Theories of Human Development and the Relationship to Substance Use
A comprehensive review of theories, models and interventions will be addressed.
June 6-20, 2023, Online-via ZOOM
October 5-19, 2023, Online-via ZOOM
June 6-20, 2023, Online-via ZOOM
October 5-19, 2023, Online-via ZOOM
Integrated Care
This course will focus on the Comprehensive exploration of the medical issues/health consequences.
November 21, 2023 to December 5, 2023, Online-via ZOOM
November 21, 2023 to December 5, 2023, Online-via ZOOM
Counseling & Communicating with Families and Significant Others
This course will explore the impact of addiction on families.
September 18, 2023 to October 23, 2023, Online-via ZOOM
September 18, 2023 to October 23, 2023, Online-via ZOOM
Group Counseling
The participant will develop a basic understanding of group stages.
September 26, 2023 to November 14, 2023, Online-via ZOOM
September 26, 2023 to November 14, 2023, Online-via ZOOM
Recurrence of Symptoms/Relapse Prevention
Students will understand: the view of substance use as a chronic problem
July 5, 2023 to August 2, 2023, Online-via ZOOM
October 21, 2023 to November 18, 2023, Online-via ZOOM
July 5, 2023 to August 2, 2023, Online-via ZOOM
October 21, 2023 to November 18, 2023, Online-via ZOOM
Screening, Assessment and Evaluation
This course will assist the counselor to: determine the presence and extent of substance use disorder
November 2, 2023 to January 4, 2024, Online-via ZOOM
November 2, 2023 to January 4, 2024, Online-via ZOOM
Case Management, Referral, and Service Coordination
Understand the need for crisis management regarding how to triage and respond to crisis
December 4, 2023 to January 15, 2024, Online-via ZOOM
December 4, 2023 to January 15, 2024, Online-via ZOOM
Treatment Planning, Client Record Keeping & Discharge Planning
Review of continuum care, how to determine the appropriate LOC, treatment planning process.
November 3, 2023 to January 12, 2024, Online-via ZOOM
November 3, 2023 to January 12, 2024, Online-via ZOOM
Patient, Family and Community Education and Prevention
Community Education and Prevention
July 7-14, 2023, Online-via ZOOM
November 5-19, 2023, Online-via ZOOM
July 7-14, 2023, Online-via ZOOM
November 5-19, 2023, Online-via ZOOM
Ethical Decision Making & Conduct
Using current ethical issues as they relate to substance abuse treatment.
June 13-27, 2023, Online-via ZOOM
June 13-27, 2023, Online-via ZOOM
Confidentiality & Legal Issues
Participants will practice analytical skills and develop a basic knowledge of critical thinking in effective ethical decision making.
Course schedule to be announced
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Client/Counselor Relationship
The course will assist students to: maintain their therapeutic role at all times in professional and community settings
July 6, 2023 to August 3, 2023, Online-via ZOOM
December 6, 2023 to January 10, 2024, Online-via ZOOM
July 6, 2023 to August 3, 2023, Online-via ZOOM
December 6, 2023 to January 10, 2024, Online-via ZOOM
Professional Development
Professional Development
Sunday, September 24, 2023, Online-via ZOOM
Sunday, December 3, 2023, Online-via ZOOM
Sunday, September 24, 2023, Online-via ZOOM
Sunday, December 3, 2023, Online-via ZOOM
Counselor Wellness
Knowledge of the importance of self-care for the Substance Use Disorder Counselor
Saturday, October 21, 2023, Online-via ZOOM
Saturday, October 21, 2023, Online-via ZOOM
Certified Recovery Peer Advocate
CRPAs draw from personal experience with substance use, and professional training to provide non-clinical support services.
Course schedule to be announced
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Knowledge of 12 Step and Mutual Aid Groups
Students will understand the dynamics of a self help group
Friday, December 1, 2023, Online-via ZOOM
Friday, December 1, 2023, Online-via ZOOM
Your Career As A Certified Recovery Peer Advocate
Career seminar and information session about becoming a certified recovery peer advocate
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Your Career As A Credentialed Alcohol & Substance Abuse Counselor
Career seminar and information about becoming an Addiction Counselor
Tuesday, September 12, 2023, Online-via ZOOM
Tuesday, January 9, 2024, Online-via ZOOM
Tuesday, September 12, 2023, Online-via ZOOM
Tuesday, January 9, 2024, Online-via ZOOM
Certificate Programs
Addiction Studies Certificate Program
Upon completion of 350 hours, which includes all courses (there are no electives) students will be issued a Certificate of Completion, approved by New York State Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services (NYS-OASAS)