On September 25, 2020, the LPC Examiners passed a Rule requiring that after September 1, 2021, in order to provide clinical supervision for LPC licensure all Licensed Professional Counselors must […]
Description: This class will elaborate on the physiology and behaviors of substance use. Through short films and class discussions, you will learn about Neuroscience and how substances have an effect in the growing brain. Time/Duration: Virtual Classroom meets online via Zoom or Google Meet from 8:30 – 4:00 (14 hours) for 2 consecutive days. Students will […]
Virtual Classroom Client motivation and commitment to treatment begins with the assessment and diagnostic phase that typically occurs at intake. This course will consider the differences between screening and assessment […]
The class will strengthen the knowledge of ethics and jurisprudence for the addiction counselor as this is essential for safe practice. The class will cover the Colorado Mental Health Practice […]
Description This course will introduce professionals to the concept of trauma informed care. Professionals will also increase their awareness on how trauma impacts functioning. You can expect ways traditional treatment can increase the sense of safety. Also, you will learn how to incorporate trauma-informed practices into substance use disorder treatment with diverse populations (military veterans, […]
Introducing our virtual course designed to help participants prepare for the national MFT examination! This comprehensive program offers a unique opportunity to explore the materials necessary for success. Led by […]
Ethical Practice in Addiction Treatment (14 hrs) (aka Professional Ethics I: Ethics and Jurisprudence) This training will focus on professional and ethical issues specific to the practice of addiction counseling and the treatment of co-occurring disorders. This training will build and strengthen the trainee’s knowledge of NAADAC’s Code of Ethics, and federal and state rules […]
Description: Virtual Classroom Client motivation and commitment to treatment begins with the assessment and diagnostic phase that typically occurs at intake. This course will consider the differences between screening and […]
Description: This course will provide a basic foundation for understanding how cultural competence, awareness, and sensitivity can improve the quality of care and increase positive outcomes in treatment. The students will learn the importance of informed care and the variables to be considered with clients including age, gender, sexual orientation, religious affiliation, language, educational level, […]
Virtual Classroom: Only students enrolled in or graduated from a graduate mental health program are eligible to receive APT CE hours. Clinical supervision is provided for supervisees to reach eligibility […]
Description: The class will address clinical assessment, treatment philosophy, strategies, and guidelines to provide integrated treatment with co-occurring disorders. It will include an introduction to the diagnostic criteria for the mental disorders most often seen with substance use disorders. The essential values, attitudes, and competencies of the counselor working with this population are discussed. Evidence-based […]
Description: This class presents models of addiction, defines addiction treatment, presents the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) principles of effective treatment, outlines various types of addiction treatment and the use of evidence based treatment approaches, the competencies required of an addiction counselor and professional readiness for addiction counselors. It also covers addiction counselor credentialing […]