SOCIAL SERVICE

CREDENTIALED ALCOHOLISM AND SUBSTANCE ABUSE COUNSELOR (CASAC) CERTIFICATE TRAINING
Coordinator: Michael Squeglia, CASAC
Please note: Due to the special requirements and delicate nature of the topics discussed, entrance into this program requires a personal interview with the coordinator.
Admission to this program requires a passing score on the Workforce Development Admissions Test. Please call 718.982.2182 for information or an appointment.
The NYS Office of Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Services (OASAS) has designated the Office of Continuing Education as an education/training provider for the 350 hours of training to be eligible to take the state examination. This education requirement is comprised of four sections that are divided into eight modules. All CASAC courses may be taken individually, and in any sequence. All courses are suitable for the aspiring substance abuse professional and some are suitable for a layperson (please call for information: 718.982.2182). The eight modules must all be completed for graduation from the program. A service offered to students in the CASAC program is consultation and counseling, including career information, guidance, advisement, and/or assistance with their CASAC applications. The fee for this service is $40 per hour and it must be scheduled, in advance, through the Office of Continuing Education and Professional Development (718.982.2182).

For further information concerning the credentialing process, please call 800.482.9564.
We provide the OASAS Certified 350 clock hours necessary for the educational requirement to be eligible to take the state examination. These proficiency requirements are listed as four sections:

These four sections are offered as 8 courses or modules:

FALL 2008 Schedule:
Section II, Module 2: Group Counseling Theory, 50 hours CAC202: $350
Monday, September 15-January 5:6:30pm-9:30pm
Section II, Module 3: The Family and Substance Abuse,
50 hours CAC203: $350
Tuesday, September 16-January 13:6:30pm-9:30pm
No class September30

Section I, Module 2: Neurochemistry of Addiction Pharmacology,
Wednesday, September 17-January 14:6:30pm-9:30pm
No class: November 26, December 24 and 31
45 hours CAC102: $350

TBA:
Section I, Module 1: Knowledge of Substance Abuse 1 40 hours CAC101: $350
Section II, Module 1: Individual Counseling, 50 hours CAC201: $350
Section III, Module 1: Assessment, Treatment Planning Clinical Evaluation
40 Hours CAC301: $350
Section III, Module 2: Case Management/Family and Community Education
30 hours CAC302: $350

Section IV, Module 1: Professional and Ethical Responsibilities
45 hours CAC401: $350

All courses may be taken individually or in any sequence. All courses are suitable for the aspiring substance abuse professional and some are suitable for a layperson. The eight modules must all be completed for graduation from the program.

VOLUNTEERS OF AMERICA BEST PRACTICES IN CASE MANAGEMENT
Target Audience: Those responsible for direct client care
Length of Workshop: 3 days/24 hours
Earned CEU’s: 2.1
The effective case manager shows the client how to change, promoting inner reflection and the recognition that in order for clients to move forward, behavioral changes are often warranted. Participants learn the models of service delivery in working with clients, and its programs: Adkins Life Skills Program, Behavior Management Model, Moral Recognition Therapy, and Psychiatric Rehabilitation used at Volunteers of America. Participants review the specific functions and procedures necessary to provide comprehensive and effective case management for all clients.
Course Overview
Day 1- History, Theory & Definitions, Models & Approaches, Establishing a Helping & Trusting Relationship, Communicating with Clients
Day 2- Intake & Assessment; Planning & Progress Notes, Linking
Day 3- Counseling, Monitoring, Discharge & Aftercare, and Supervision
3 SESSIONS CMPB01:$400