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Course Offerings
Overview of the Addictions Field
This class will explore relevant concept in addiction.
September 19, 2022 to November 21, 2022, Online-via ZOOM
September 19, 2022 to November 21, 2022, 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 7-28, 2022, Online-via ZOOM
October 7-28, 2022, Online-via ZOOM
Diversity of Intervention and Treatment Approaches
This course will cover diagnosis of substance use disorder using the DSM 5
September 16-30, 2022, Online-via ZOOM
September 16-30, 2022, 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.
August 18, 2022 to September 29, 2022, Online-via ZOOM
August 18, 2022 to September 29, 2022, Online-via ZOOM
Individual Counseling
This course will cover the essentials of Substance Use Disorder counseling with individuals.
July 14, 2022 to August 18, 2022, Online-ZOOM
October 23, 2022 to November 13, 2022, Online-via ZOOM
July 14, 2022 to August 18, 2022, Online-ZOOM
October 23, 2022 to November 13, 2022, Online-via ZOOM
Counseling Special Populations And Cultural Competence
This course will cover Comprehensive exploration of "Special populations"
December 3, 2022 to January 14, 2023, Online-via ZOOM
December 3, 2022 to January 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.
October 6-20, 2022, Online-via ZOOM
October 6-20, 2022, Online-via ZOOM
Integrated Care
This course will focus on the Comprehensive exploration of the medical issues/health consequences.
July 5-19, 2022, Online-ZOOM
November 1-22, 2022, Online-via ZOOM
July 5-19, 2022, Online-ZOOM
November 1-22, 2022, Online-via ZOOM
Counseling & Communicating with Families and Significant Others
This course will explore the impact of addiction on families.
Course schedule to be announced
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Group Counseling
The participant will develop a basic understanding of group stages.
October 4-29, 2022, Online-via ZOOM
October 4-29, 2022, Online-via ZOOM
Recurrence of Symptoms/Relapse Prevention
Students will understand: the view of substance use as a chronic problem
December 7, 2022 to January 11, 2023, Online-via ZOOM
December 7, 2022 to January 11, 2023, Online-via ZOOM
Screening, Assessment and Evaluation
This course will assist the counselor to: determine the presence and extent of substance use disorder
September 7, 2022 to October 26, 2022, Online-via ZOOM
September 7, 2022 to October 26, 2022, Online-via ZOOM
Case Management, Referral, and Service Coordination
Understand the need for crisis management regarding how to triage and respond to crisis
July 9-23, 2022, Online-ZOOM
December 5, 2022 to January 2, 2023, Online-via ZOOM
July 9-23, 2022, Online-ZOOM
December 5, 2022 to January 2, 2023, Online-via ZOOM
Treatment Planning, Client Record Keeping & Discharge Planning
Review of continuum care, how to determine the appropriate LOC, treatment planning process.
June 24, 2022 to July 29, 2022, Online-ZOOM
January 5, 2023 to February 23, 2023, Online-via ZOOM
June 24, 2022 to July 29, 2022, Online-ZOOM
January 5, 2023 to February 23, 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.
November 5-19, 2022, Online-via ZOOM
November 5-19, 2022, Online-via ZOOM
Client/Counselor Relationship
The course will assist students to: maintain their therapeutic role at all times in professional and community settings
November 3, 2022 to December 8, 2022, Online-via ZOOM
November 3, 2022 to December 8, 2022, Online-via ZOOM
Counselor Wellness
Knowledge of the importance of self-care for the Substance Use Disorder Counselor
Saturday, June 25, 2022, Online-ZOOM
Saturday, October 1, 2022, Online-via ZOOM
Saturday, June 25, 2022, Online-ZOOM
Saturday, October 1, 2022, Online-via ZOOM
Certified Recovery Peer Advocate
CRPAs draw from personal experience with substance use, and professional training to provide non-clinical support services.
September 20, 2022 to January 17, 2023, Online-via ZOOM
September 20, 2022 to January 17, 2023, Online-via ZOOM
Knowledge of 12 Step and Mutual Aid Groups
Students will understand the dynamics of a self help group
Monday, November 28, 2022, Online-via ZOOM
Monday, November 28, 2022, Online-via ZOOM
Your Career As A Certified Recovery Peer Advocate
Career seminar and information session about becoming a certified recovery peer advocate
Tuesday, September 13, 2022, Online-via ZOOM
Tuesday, September 13, 2022, Online-via ZOOM
Your Career As A Credentialed Alcohol & Substance Abuse Counselor
Career seminar and information about becoming an Addiction Counselor
Tuesday, September 13, 2022, Online-via ZOOM
Tuesday, January 10, 2023, Online-via ZOOM
Tuesday, September 13, 2022, Online-via ZOOM
Tuesday, January 10, 2023, 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)