Counseling (CSL)

This course ​focuses on professional and ethical issues specific to the practice of addiction counseling. Will prepare students to make informed decisions according to the National Association for Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Counselor’s (NAADAC’s) Code of Ethics, following federal and state rules and regulations in the practice of addiction counseling and treatment of co-occurring disorders. This course meets the requirements per Behavioral Health Administration (BHA) for the Certified Addiction Counseling (CAC) clinical training program. Notes: All Behavioral Health Administration (BHA) Certified Addiction Counselor (CAC) courses seek to enhance the ability of the counselor to offer treatment services in a manner that respects gender, race and ethnicity, sexual orientation, cultural, familial, systemic and socioeconomic diversity.   ​

This course ​examines the components of clinical assessment, including biopsychosocial interviews, assessing risk, identifying cultural needs and supports, problem domains, and determining stage of readiness for change. The course covers the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) current edition diagnostic criteria and American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) patient placement criteria to determine the appropriate level of care. It presents screening and assessment tools, documentation requirements, and service planning. This course meets the requirements per Behavioral Health Administration (BHA) for the Certified Addiction Counseling (CAC) clinical training program.​ Notes: All Behavioral Health Administration (BHA) Certified Addiction Counselor (CAC) courses seek to enhance the ability of the counselor to offer treatment services in a manner that respects gender, race and ethnicity, sexual orientation, cultural, familial, systemic and socioeconomic diversity.  

This course ​explores the evidence-based and client-centered Motivational Interviewing (MI) framework with a focus on collaborative conversation designed to strengthen a person’s motivation for and commitment to change. The course covers how to identify client readiness, willingness, and ability to make changes. This course meets the requirements of Behavioral Health Administration (BHA) for the Certified Addiction Counseling (CAC) clinical training program.    Notes: All Behavioral Health Administration (BHA) Certified Addiction Counselor (CAC) courses seek to enhance the ability of the counselor to offer treatment services in a manner that respects gender, race and ethnicity, sexual orientation, cultural, familial, systemic and socioeconomic diversity.   ​

This course provides a solid base of knowledge about the drugs of abuse including the impact on human physiology and behaviors. It focuses on pharmacology as a cornerstone of addiction counseling and a major part of what differentiates the professional field of addiction counseling from other mental health disciplines. This course meets the requirements of Behavioral Health Administration (BHA) for the Certified Addiction Counseling (CAC) clinical training program.        ​  Notes: All Behavioral Health Administration (BHA) Certified Addiction Counselor (CAC) courses seek to enhance the ability of the counselor to offer treatment services in a manner that respects gender, race and ethnicity, sexual orientation, cultural, familial, systemic and socioeconomic diversity.

This course ​​explores the neurobiological basis of addiction and how addictive drugs produce neurochemical changes in the brain's reward pathway. Topics include the action of neurotransmitters, brain regions affected by drug abuse, medication-assisted treatment, and the impact of substance use on cognitive and psychosocial functioning. Emphasis is placed on understanding addiction as a medical brain disease and applying this knowledge to client-centered treatment planning. This course meets the requirements per Behavioral Health Administration (BHA) for the Certified Addiction Counseling (CAC) clinical training program.​​ Notes: All Behavioral Health Administration (BHA) Certified Addiction Counselor (CAC) courses seek to enhance the ability of the counselor to offer treatment services in a manner that respects gender, race and ethnicity, sexual orientation, cultural, familial, systemic and socioeconomic diversity.  

This course ​focuses on Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) as a treatment approach to addiction. It emphasizes an evidence-based, flexible, and individualized approach that can be adapted to a wide range of clients and a wide range of treatment settings and formats. This course meets the requirements of Behavioral Health Administration (BHA) for the Certified Addiction Counseling (CAC) clinical training program. ​ Notes: All Behavioral Health Administration (BHA) Certified Addiction Counselor (CAC) courses seek to enhance the ability of the counselor to offer treatment services in a manner that respects gender, race and ethnicity, sexual orientation, cultural, familial, systemic and socioeconomic diversity.

This course ​introduces the concept of trauma-informed care and defines ways in which a traditional treatment setting can be modified to increase an individual's sense of safety. It explores the relationship between trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), traumatic brain injury (TBI), and substance use disorders. Emphasis is on incorporating trauma-informed practices into substance use disorder treatment with diverse populations. This course meets the requirements per Behavioral Health Administration (BHA) for the Certified Addiction Counseling (CAC) clinical training program.​ Notes: All Behavioral Health Administration (BHA) Certified Addiction Counselor (CAC) courses seek to enhance the ability of the counselor to offer treatment services in a manner that respects gender, race and ethnicity, sexual orientation, cultural, familial, systemic and socioeconomic diversity.  

This course ​focuses on how substance use can increase susceptibility to contract and spread infectious diseases, including Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs), Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs), and other blood borne illnesses. The course explores impacts of ongoing substance use and Substance Use Disorders (SUDs) on physical health and risk-taking behaviors, as well as assessments, treatment considerations, and referral recommendations. This course meets the requirements per the Behavioral Health Administration (BHA) for the Certified Addiction Counseling (CAC) clinical training program. ​ Notes: All Behavioral Health Administration (BHA) Certified Addiction Counselor (CAC) courses seek to enhance the ability of the counselor to offer treatment services in a manner that respects gender, race and ethnicity, sexual orientation, cultural, familial, systemic, and socioeconomic diversity.  

This course ​explores the prevalence, diagnostic criteria, and treatment of co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders (SUDs). It examines the bidirectional relationship between these disorders and the difficulty in diagnosis and treatment. The course introduces the current edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) diagnostic criteria for mental disorders commonly co-occurring with SUDs and reviews changes to SUD diagnosis. This course meets the requirements per Behavioral Health Administration (BHA) for the Certified Addiction Counseling (CAC) clinical training program.  ​ Notes: All Behavioral Health Administration (BHA) Certified Addiction Counselor (CAC) courses seek to enhance the ability of the counselor to offer treatment services in a manner that respects gender, race and ethnicity, sexual orientation, cultural, familial, systemic and socioeconomic diversity.

This course explores the use of group therapy in the addiction treatment field and develops skills necessary to facilitate psychoeducational and therapy groups. It covers models, types, structure, content, process, and leadership skills. The course integrates motivational interviewing techniques and strategies into the group process. There is an emphasis on experiential learning, presentations of case studies, and practice facilitating groups with real-world scenarios. This course meets the requirements per Behavioral Health Administration (BHA) for the Certified Addiction Counseling (CAC) clinical training program.  ​ Notes: All Behavioral Health Administration (BHA) Certified Addiction Counselor (CAC) courses seek to enhance the ability of the counselor to offer treatment services in a manner that respects gender, race and ethnicity, sexual orientation, cultural, familial, systemic and socioeconomic diversity.  

This course explores organizational, provider, and private practice ethics, practices, and guidelines. The course addresses licensing rules, regulations, and practice standards and guidelines. It examines professional competencies, boundaries, ethical relationships, reporting violations, and supervision. The course emphasizes ethical delivery of culturally-responsive and trauma-informed care. It builds on the Ethical Practice in Addiction Treatment training and clinical supervision trainings. This course meets the requirements per Behavioral Health Administration (BHA) for the Certified Addiction Counseling (CAC) clinical training program.   ​ Notes: All Behavioral Health Administration (BHA) Certified Addiction Counselor (CAC) courses seek to enhance the ability of the counselor to offer treatment services in a manner that respects gender, race and ethnicity, sexual orientation, cultural, familial, systemic and socioeconomic diversity.  

This course explores​ the clinical and legal importance of comprehensive documentation in addiction counseling, including intake, assessment, service planning, and progress notes. Emphasizes the use of standardized forms, the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) patient placement criteria, and adherence to confidentiality regulations. Highlights the connections between documentation and effective, integrated treatment delivery. This course meets the requirements of Behavioral Health Administration (BHA) for the Certified Addiction Counseling (CAC) clinical training program.​ Notes: All Behavioral Health Administration (BHA) Certified Addiction Counselor (CAC) courses seek to enhance the ability of the counselor to offer treatment services in a manner that respects gender, race and ethnicity, sexual orientation, cultural, familial, systemic, and socioeconomic diversity.  

This course explores​​ the role of culture in addiction counseling, emphasizing cultural competence, awareness, and sensitivity. It covers cultural identities, privilege, age, gender, sexual orientation, and spirituality. Additionally, it presents the impact of culture on substance use and treatment, disparities in accessing care, and culturally appropriate interventions. It examines personal biases and beliefs, and how they influence counseling diverse populations. This course meets the requirements of Behavioral Health Administration (BHA) for the Certified Addiction Counseling (CAC) clinical training program.​​ Notes: All Behavioral Health Administration (BHA) Certified Addiction Counselor (CAC) courses seek to enhance the ability of the counselor to offer treatment services in a manner that respects gender, race and ethnicity, sexual orientation, cultural, familial, systemic and socioeconomic diversity.

This course ​explores a framework and counseling model for working with individuals with substance misuse and addiction. The course focuses on the development of the counseling skills needed to assist individuals in processing their information and experiences to move toward the change process. This course utilizes client-centered models, counselor-directed therapy along with motivational spirit of counseling. This course meets the requirements per the Behavioral Health Administration (BHA) for the Certified Addiction Counseling (CAC) clinical training program.  ​ Notes: All Behavioral Health Administration (BHA) Certified Addiction Counselor (CAC) courses seek to enhance the ability of the counselor to offer treatment services in a manner that respects gender, race and ethnicity, sexual orientation, cultural, familial, systemic, and socioeconomic diversity.  

This course focuses on models of addiction, defines addiction treatment, presents the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) principles of effective treatment approaches, outlines various types of addiction treatment and the use of evidence-based treatment approaches, and the competencies required and professional readiness of an addiction counselor. This course meets the requirements per the Behavioral Health Administration (BHA) for the Certified Addiction Counseling (CAC) clinical training program.          ​  Notes: All Behavioral Health Administration (BHA) Certified Addiction Counselor (CAC) courses seek to enhance the ability of the counselor to offer treatment services in a manner that respects gender, race and ethnicity, sexual orientation, cultural, familial, systemic, and socioeconomic diversity.  

Explores the diverse populations in addiction treatment, including gender-specific, criminal justice-involved, families, LGBTQIA, veterans, and those affected by the opioid epidemic. The course examines the impact of race, ethnicity, and culture on treatment effectiveness. This course presents definitions and principles related to microaggressions, systemic racial injustice, social justice, and multicultural and social justice counseling. This course meets the requirements per Behavioral Health Administration (BHA) for the Certified Addiction Counseling (CAC) clinical training program.  

An overview of specialized counseling models for behavioral health environments that offer co-occurring mental health and addiction interventions. It focuses on teaching the structure, purpose, appropriate population, and practice details of each model to equip clinical supervisors with the knowledge required to provide adequate support and supervision for these models. This course meets the requirements per the Behavioral Health Administration (BHA) for the Certified Addiction Counseling (CAC) clinical training program.

Covers intensive skill development training in Advanced Motivational Interviewing (MI), focusing on assisting clients in identifying and strengthening intrinsic motivation for positive change. This course offers a brief review of the fundamental spirit, principles, and skills of MI, followed by interactive and experiential learning to develop and practice advanced MI skills. This course meets the requirements per the Behavioral Health Administration (BHA) for the Certified Addiction Counseling

Introduces the foundational concepts and practices of clinical supervision in addiction counseling, including the purpose and value of clinical supervision, its historical development, and roles and models of supervision. This course explores cultural and contextual factors, ethical and legal issues, and performance evaluation, while emphasizing the core competencies for addiction counseling and skills needed for effective supervision in an integrated behavioral health and primary care setting. This course meets the requirements per the Behavioral Health Administration (BHA) for the Certified Addiction Counseling (CAC) clinical training program.

Focuses on clinical and service provider supervisors and acquired motivational interviewing (MI) skills, and explores observation and coaching strategies of skills. The course covers MI interview rating systems, general interview rating etiquette, using feedback, guidelines for MI supervision, coding to enhance clinical supervision, implementation, and integrating MI and clinical supervision into various settings. This course meets the requirements per the Behavioral Health Administration (BHA) for the Certified Addiction Counseling (CAC) clinical training program.