Course Offerings
Overview of the Addictions Field
This class will explore relevant concept in addiction.
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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
April 1, 2025 to June 3, 2025, Online-via ZOOM
April 1, 2025 to June 3, 2025, Online-via ZOOM
Diversity of Intervention and Treatment Approaches
This course will cover diagnosis of substance use disorder using the DSM 5
February 19, 2025 to March 12, 2025, Online-via ZOOM
April 28, 2025 to May 19, 2025, Online-via ZOOM
February 19, 2025 to March 12, 2025, Online-via ZOOM
April 28, 2025 to May 19, 2025, 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.
March 20, 2025 to May 8, 2025, Online-via ZOOM
March 20, 2025 to May 8, 2025, Online-via ZOOM
Individual Counseling
This course will cover the essentials of Substance Use Disorder counseling with individuals.
May 15, 2025 to June 19, 2025, Online-via ZOOM
May 15, 2025 to June 19, 2025, Online-via ZOOM
Counseling Special Populations And Cultural Competence
This course will cover Comprehensive exploration of "Special populations"
March 1-29, 2025, Online-via ZOOM
March 1-29, 2025, 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 10-24, 2025, Online-via ZOOM
June 10-24, 2025, Online-via ZOOM
Integrated Care
This course will focus on the Comprehensive exploration of the medical issues/health consequences.
July 10-24, 2025, Online-via ZOOM
July 10-24, 2025, Online-via ZOOM
Counseling & Communicating with Families and Significant Others
This course will explore the impact of addiction on families.
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Group Counseling
The participant will develop a basic understanding of group stages.
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Recurrence of Symptoms/Relapse Prevention
Students will understand: the view of substance use as a chronic problem
April 5, 2025 to May 3, 2025, Online-via ZOOM
July 1-29, 2025, Online-via ZOOM
April 5, 2025 to May 3, 2025, Online-via ZOOM
July 1-29, 2025, Online-via ZOOM
Screening, Assessment and Evaluation
This course will assist the counselor to: determine the presence and extent of substance use disorder
June 13, 2025 to August 8, 2025, Online-via ZOOM
June 13, 2025 to August 8, 2025, Online-via ZOOM
Case Management, Referral, and Service Coordination
Understand the need for crisis management regarding how to triage and respond to crisis
February 28, 2025 to March 28, 2025, Online-via ZOOM
February 28, 2025 to March 28, 2025, Online-via ZOOM
Treatment Planning, Client Record Keeping & Discharge Planning
Review of continuum care, how to determine the appropriate LOC, treatment planning process.
March 12, 2025 to April 30, 2025, Online-via ZOOM
March 12, 2025 to April 30, 2025, Online-via ZOOM
Patient, Family and Community Education and Prevention
Community Education and Prevention
May 2-16, 2025, Online-via ZOOM
August 7-21, 2025, Online-via ZOOM
May 2-16, 2025, Online-via ZOOM
August 7-21, 2025, Online-via ZOOM
Ethical Decision Making & Conduct
Using current ethical issues as they relate to substance abuse treatment.
February 27, 2025 to March 13, 2025, Online-via ZOOM
June 25, 2025 to July 9, 2025, Online-via ZOOM
February 27, 2025 to March 13, 2025, Online-via ZOOM
June 25, 2025 to July 9, 2025, Online-via ZOOM
Confidentiality & Legal Issues
Participants will practice analytical skills and develop a basic knowledge of critical thinking in effective ethical decision making.
February 25, 2025 to March 11, 2025, Online-via ZOOM
June 23, 2025 to July 7, 2025, Online-via ZOOM
February 25, 2025 to March 11, 2025, Online-via ZOOM
June 23, 2025 to July 7, 2025, Online-via ZOOM
Client/Counselor Relationship
The course will assist students to: maintain their therapeutic role at all times in professional and community settings
July 1-29, 2025, Online-via ZOOM
July 1-29, 2025, Online-via ZOOM
Professional Development
Professional Development
Sunday, March 2, 2025, Online-via ZOOM
Sunday, June 8, 2025, Online-via ZOOM
Sunday, March 2, 2025, Online-via ZOOM
Sunday, June 8, 2025, Online-via ZOOM
Counselor Wellness
Knowledge of the importance of self-care for the Substance Use Disorder Counselor
Saturday, April 26, 2025, Online-via ZOOM
Saturday, July 26, 2025, Online-via ZOOM
Saturday, April 26, 2025, Online-via ZOOM
Saturday, July 26, 2025, Online-via ZOOM
Certified Recovery Peer Advocate
CRPAs draw from personal experience with substance use, and professional training to provide non-clinical support services.
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Knowledge of 12 Step and Mutual Aid Groups
Students will understand the dynamics of a self help group
Friday, February 28, 2025, Online-via ZOOM
Wednesday, May 28, 2025, Online-via ZOOM
Friday, February 28, 2025, Online-via ZOOM
Wednesday, May 28, 2025, 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, May 6, 2025, Online-via ZOOM
Tuesday, May 6, 2025, 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)