Training Details

See our training calendar for current offerings, dates and locations.

Achieving Long Term Happiness from the Inside Out

$65.00
5.5 hours CASAC (Section 4) CPP/CPS (Section 3), NYS OASAS & PCB Approved

Learn how to achieve happiness and create a fulfilling life. Discover what blocks you and keeps you from achieving real and lasting happiness. Learn how the unconscious mind creates your life experiences and how you can train your mind to create a life you love. Learn how the hearts path is your true authentic path to living a happy and fulfilling life.

Addictive Thinking

$30.00
3 CASAC/CPP/CPS hours

This training will present evidence of unusual and self-defeating logic of addictive thinking and how to use this evidence to help people understand and recover from various addictions. The trainees will learn what addictive thinking is, examine its origins and explore the importance of such thinking as conflict, guilt, shame, anger, managing feelings, defense mechanisms, spirituality and co-dependence.

The Adolescent Brain

$30.00
3 CASAC/CPP/CPS hours

Using recent discoveries from research on adolescent brain function, this workshop explores the biological and emotional workings of the teen brain which can put teens at risk for chemical abuse, and often frustrate those trying to work with them. Find out why, when we tell them to "act their age," they often already are.

The Adolescent Brain Update

$30.00
3 hours CASAC/CPP/CPS (Sec.1)

New research is constantly revolutionizing our view of the adolescent mind and explaining its mystifying ways. This seminar on the adolescent brain will provide insight for parents and educators who have been puzzled by this unique stage of life. Gaining knowledge of exactly what is “going on in there”—will lead to an understanding of the critical period that is created by the dramatic changes taking place in an adolescent’s brain. Learn what is known on how the brain functions, the role drugs play on it and what that means for adolescents and those who work or live with them. By understanding the changes that are taking place in the brains of their children and their students, as well as understanding why these changes are taking place, adults will be able to better guide teens through this often difficult span of years.

Adult Children from Dysfunctional Homes - Struggle for Intimacy in a Dysfunctional World

$145.00
12 hours CASAC (Section 2), CPP/CPS (Section 1) NYS OASAS Approved

There is no such thing as a perfect family. Everyone comes from a family with some degree of dysfunction. Many of us have long suffered the consequences of being raised in an unhealthy environment. As a result of unhealthy messages received from childhood, adults struggle with life issues especially with emotional intimacy. Our presenter demonstrates how these messages are often carried into our adult lives, contaminates relationships, and affects our emotional health and intimacy skills for family members or for professionals working with clients with related issues. Participants will learn what constitutes healthy relationships, how to achieve them and how to change unhealthy habits and behaviors.

Alcohol and Other Drugs Primer

$120.00
12 CASAC/CPP/CPS hours

CASAC hours can be used towards CPP/CPS credentialing and recredentialing hours. CPP/CPS hours can be used towards recredentialing the CASAC certification.

A two day training with the following sections to be covered:

  • Alcohol and Other Drugs Overview
  • Addiction/Alcoholism - Sign, Symptoms, and Stages
  • Identification, intervention, and referral
  • The alcoholic/addicted family system

Alcohol in the Family

$30.00
3 CASAC/CPP/CPS hours

Addressing Children From Alcohol or Other Drug Afflicted Families: Actions You Can Take to Improve Their Life and Yours.

This training will introduce participants to the different behavioral roles that are developed within a family with an alcohol or other drug problem and provide ways for effectively dealing with those behaviors. The techniques describes are aimed at both reducing the difficulties experienced in working with these youth and the distractions they sometimes bring to the classroom, and providing ways to engage them in a positive manner, thereby providing them with opportunities to learn alternative behaviors.

Alcohol Server Education Program

$30.00

A program to provide distributors, retailers, and servers of alcohol with legal information, and ideas regarding improved business practices that could lead to possible insurance reductions.

The presentation includes the most current information regarding alcohol use, abuse and the law. Participants will be instructed in techniques and skills to avoid ethical and legal problems. One three hour session.

Assessment and Evaluation of Clients with Chemical Dependency Issues

$30.00
3 CASAC/CPP/CPS hours

This training will help participants examine their own belief system and evaluate their personal style in dealing with those who present chemical dependency issues. Participants will define their interviewing style and review background in the DSM IV as it relates to chemical dependency diagnosis. Participants will be able to identify barriers in obtaining information to determine if their client is in need of further referral for evaluation.

Assessment and Evaluation Methods

$60.00

The morning session of this one day training will focus on understanding prevention research/science-based prevention; the purpose of needs assessment; designing and conducting assessments. The afternoon session will include an overview of program evaluation, elements of process evaluation, outcome evaluation and impact evaluation.

Beginning Awareness & Basic Educational Studies (BABES) Presenter Certification Training

17 CASAC, Section 3, CPP & CPS hours, Section 2, NYS OASAS & PCB Approved
Educational Incentive Program (EIP) is applicable.
15 hours credit in five Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) training categories.

In this 17 hour presenter certification training participants will familiarize themselves with the BABES program and application of the curriculum theory and practices throughout the seven story sessions. Trainees will feel confident in their ability to present the program while creating a safe and positive learning environment with the ultimate goal of developing healthy living skills for the children that they instruct/counsel.

Beginning Awareness & Basic Educational Studies (BABES) Training of Trainer Certification

$1070.00 (includes registration & training kit)

In this 17 hour course participants will be trained to be a trainer of presenters. Trainees will feel confident in their ability to train presenters with the necessary skills to deliver the BABES basic seven session program. Those interested must meet special criteria to qualify for this certification. Call Kathleen at 664-3608 regarding this prerequisite.

A Basic Overview of Alcohol and Other Drugs

$30.00
3 CASAC/CPP/CPS/PCB hours

This course will introduce participants to the basics of alcohol and other drug use. Participants will be provided with an understanding of why people use substances, the basic types of drugs, and what each drug does to an individual, physically and psychologically. Recognizing signs and symptoms of an individual's use will also be covered, as will initial steps of getting someone help.

Behind the Mask: Gender & Gambling Preferences—Feminine Perspective

$30
3 hours CASAC Sec 2, CPP/CPS CASAC-G, CPP-G Sec 1

The expansion of legalized gambling has created major adverse effects on the well-being of women. This training will examine such adverse effects as loss of intimacy and trust, loss of self-esteem, financial problems, the double standard applied to women gamblers, and how shame often inhibits women from seeking help for a gambling problem.

Binge Drinking and Safety Issues for Young Females

$30.00
3 CASAC, Section 2, CPP&CPS, Section 1, hours NYS OASAS & PCB Approved

Through this training the participants will become aware of the rising numbers of adolescent binge drinking and understanding the connection of risky behaviors and consequences, including safety issues with young females.

“Chasing Dreams or Living Nightmares”
A Psychological Portrait of the Compulsive Gambler

$60.00
6 hours NYS OASAS approved CASAC/CPP/CPS

Narrative – What compels a compulsive gambler to make such horrendous decisions that lead him down the road of self-destruction?

Participants will examine and attempt to understand the thought processes of two compulsive gamblers through the use of film study. James Caan (The Gambler, 1974) and Phillip Seymour Hoffman (Owning Mahony, 2003), portray compulsive gamblers who make choices that seem abnormal to most people; but to the compulsive gambler, those decisions appear to be very normal and rational. Learn what motivates the gambler and why is he unable to see what others can readily see.

Child Abuse: Traumatic Influences, Behaviors & Treatment

$45
3.5 hours CASAC (Sec. 2), CPP/CPS (Sec. 1 )
NYS OASAS approved

The process of brain changes due to maltreatment starts as early as infancy. Infants/toddlers, children and adolescents who have been traumatized by emotional, sexual, physical abuse and/or neglect, suffer radical changes in their brain that predispose them to such disorders/symptoms as: ADHD, Schizophrenia, Conduct Disorder, Depression, PTSD, Anxiety, Dissociative episodes, aggressive behaviors, and the 3 types of flashbacks. In order to understand these consequences of trauma, and in order to offer treatment to these children, we need to understand these biological changes in the brain, and how these changes create acting out behaviors and symptoms of mental illness. This workshop will explore the neurobiology of trauma as well as the symptoms these neurological brain changes create.

Close Encounters of the Intercultural Kind - Human Communication Workshop

$30.00
3 CASAC/CPP/CPS hours

This workshop is designed for anyone interested in improving their intercultural communications skills. Participants will explore many vital issues that often effect successful communication across cultural lines. Topics will include the individual vs. the group; Low and high context cultures; contrasting views of the role of work; attitudes toward nature; implicit vs. explicit communication patterns; social control systems; some common mistakes and gift giving.

Close Encounters of the Interpersonal Kind - Human Communication Workshop

$30.00
3 CASAC/CPP/CPS hours

This workshop is designed for anyone interested in improving their interpersonal communication skills. Participants will learn how to penetrate the barriers that often stand in the way of genuine interpersonal communications. Personal rights, limitations and ethical considerations will be reviewed. As a result of this course participants will gain a better understanding to the communication process as it relates to interpersonal, nonverbal, intercultural and group context.

Club Drugs, Not Just for Clubs Anymore

$30.00

This three hour training will introduce participants to the different drugs falling under the loose heading of Club Drugs. The training will cover what the drug is, how it is used, and the effects the drug has on the user. Attention will also be paid to why certain drugs are used as "club" drugs, and how these drugs are used in our more rural communities which may not have "clubs."

Codependency and Family Issues in the Treatment of Addictions

$35.00
3 CASAC/CPP/CPS hours

This training will focus on the irrational beliefs and dysfunctional behavior patterns that are learned early in families where verbal, physical or sexual abuse are prevalent. Learning self-esteem, empowerment, assertiveness and boundary setting skills can dramatically change the quality of life for such individuals. An overview of the participant's current state of being and/or understanding with an emphasis on skill building techniques will be presented.

Combating Toxic Messages by Analyzing Today's Media

$30.00
3 CASAC/CPP/CPS hours

Media has a powerful influence on our lives and consuming media has both positive and negative consequences. Discover a new approach for protecting our children and adolescents from the unhealthy and negative effects of media by empowering them with a better understanding of the media and giving them control over the messages they receive.

Communication Skills

$30.00

A three hour training which focuses on four main types of communication: verbal and nonverbal communication, cultural aspects of communication, effective written communication, and mitigating the consequences of miscommunication.

Community Mobilization: Creating Power in your Community

$30.00
3 CASAC/CPP/CPS hours

As a result of this 3 hour training, participants will increase their understanding of and skill base for planning and implementing community organization efforts. The trainees will learn how to create power through key community leaders, gain support and manage change, identify appropriate mobilization tactics and demonstrate them.

Compulsive Gambling Certification Training - OASAS Approved

$125.00
3 CASAC, Section 2,  CPP&CPS,  Section 1, CPP-G, Section 3, Initial & Renewal, CASAC-G Renewal only hours NYS OASAS & PCB Approved

This ten hour training covers gambling specific prevention strategies with course work that provides knowledge focused specifically on problem gambling prevention (e.g., factors which affect gambling-related behavior, evidence-based prevention approaches; and promising gambling programs) and on community gambling assessments tools.

Compulsive Gambling Prevention Training

$350.00
30 hours CASAC (Section 2) CPP& CPS (Section 1), CASAC-G 15 hours (Section 1) Initial and Renewal & CPP-G 10 hours each (Section 1,2 & 3) Initial and Renewal

This 30 hour Core curriculum prevention track includes course work that provides a broad overview of the problem gambling field and that provides knowledge to enhance skills and abilities to perform as a problem gambling prevention practitioner.

Counselor & Client Relationships

$30.00
3 CASAC/CPP/CPS hours

Through this three hour training participants will examine their own process of initial interviewing, establishing healthy boundaries for themselves by combining knowledge of own skills and examining new methods of approach. The introduction of transference and counter-transference and stages client/counselor relationships will enable participant and a greater understanding of developing appropriate boundaries for a therapeutic relationship.

Counselor Wellness

$30.00
3 CASAC/CPP/CPS hours

Each day we face our own personal issues as we become the "guides" for our clients, directing them to potential solutions to their own issues.

  • Do you feel overwhelmed with "things to do?"
  • Feel as if there is not time to take care of yourself?
  • Act on behalf of our clients and realize we are putting forth all of the effort?
  • Continue to handle the paperwork shuffle and always feel behind?

Counselor wellness is an important aspect of the helping professional. One area we often overlook is taking care of ourselves and making sure we are able to identify and adequately address our own needs. This training will focus on dealing with those overwhelming responsibilities and relying on your own strengths as well as expectations for building the therapeutic relationship.

Current Trends (Alcohol and Other Drugs)

$30.00

A half day training on the current drugs that are prevalent in our society. The education format includes instruction and group discussions on these current drugs.

Dangers Associated with Over the Counter and Prescription Drugs

$30.00
3 CASAC/CPP/CPS hours

This training will look into current trends in the abuse, and misuse of over the counter and prescription drugs. Safe when used as directed these drugs have a darker and sometimes lethal side when used improperly or combined with other substances. Learn what is happening with these drugs, what the potential for danger is and how to safeguard your home and family.

Dealing with Children With Special Behaviors

$30.00
2.5 hours NYS OASAS Approved CASAC/CPP/CPS - Section 2; PCB Approved; NYS Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) Approved for Principles of Childhood Development & Child Abuse and Maltreatment Identification and Prevention, Educational Incentive Program (EIP) is applicable.

This training will introduce participants to the different behavioral roles that are developed within a family with an alcohol or other drug problem and provide ways for effectively dealing with those behaviors. Results/strengths associated with each role will be reviewed and how the care giver/professional can build on these strengths. The techniques described are aimed at both reducing the difficulties experienced in dealing with these youth and providing ways to engage them in a positive manner.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy with Co-existing Substance Abuse and Mental Health Disorders

$30.00
3 CASAC/CPP/CPS hours

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a comprehensive cognitive-behavioral treatment designed for difficult to treat mental disorders. This workshop will provide a practical application of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to co-existing substance abuse and mental health disorders. Specific DBT strategies will be presented and issues specific to substance abusers will be discussed in the context of DBT.

Drug Free Work Place

$30.00

This half day training gives an overview of drugs in the workplace, including who the users are, why employees use drugs, how drugs enter the work site and what substances are abused. This training also focuses on rules and tips for taking action, including work drug policies, legal issues, drug testing and identifying problem employees.

The Effects of Cocaine Use on the Brain

$30.00
3 CASAC/CPP/CPS hours

This training will provide an understanding of how cocaine affects various areas of the brain that will cause addition to the substance and the significance of cocaine use as it pertains to the short term and long term effects on the individual. It will include the medical consequences which will show the nature of cocaine addiction as a result of its impact on the brain functions.

Effects of Domestic Violence on Child Witnesses

$35.00
3 CASAC/CPP/CPS hours

Participants will obtain a greater level of understanding of the short term and long term effects of familial violence on child witnesses. Covered will be the risks associated with children’s exposure to violence, clinical themes as a result of such exposure; and variables that influence a child’s reaction. The training will separate myths from fact regarding the role of substance abuse in domestic violence.

Ethics for Professionals

$30.00 or $60.00
3 or 6 CASAC/CPP/CPS hours

This course offers an understanding of professional concerns involved in ethical practice and provides guidelines for dealing with commonplace situations in which ethical issues arise.

Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder: The Basics

$30.00
3 CASAC/CPP/CPS hours

This training will provide information on the basics of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders. It will include sections on Understanding FASD, Prevention and Risk Reduction, Symptoms and Difficulties of FASD, Diagnosis, Treatment and Strategies to Improve Outcomes.

As a childcare provider, you may qualify for a scholarship to offset training or course work required by the NYS OCFS regulations.

Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder: What School Staff and Parents Need to Know

$30.00
3 CASAC/CPS/CSP hours pending OASAS approval

This training will provide basic knowledge and skills related to the identification of, diagnosis of and interventions and resources for children, who may be affected by prenatal exposure to alcohol and who may be experiencing the difficulties associated with FASD as well as their families, teacher or other human service professionals.

  • Beliefs and attitudes about FASD
  • What FASD is and how it can be prevented
  • How alcohol affects the fetus
  • How FASD affects a child's learning and behavior
  • Testimonial or case studies of affected children and caregivers
  • Simple Strategies for working with children with FASD
  • Suggestions for how school staff and and parents of students with FASD can work together to support affected children
  • Resources and next steps

Gambling Away the Golden Years—You May Lose More Than Money

$30.00
3CASAC (Sec. 2), CPP/CPS CASAC-G, CPP-G (Sec. 3)
NYS OASAS & PCB Approved

Participants will gain an understanding of how age, mental health, physical health and certain medications can impact on one’s gambling. Various types of financial exploitations seniors can be subjected to by family members and care takers will be reviewed and the services that are available for help. 

Geriatric Mental Health Awareness

$30.00
3 CASAC/CPP/CPS/PCB hours

More information coming soon.

Grief & Loss as it Relates to Giving Up Addictions

$45.00
3 hours CASAC (Sec. 2) CPP&CPS (Sec. 1), NYS OASAS Approved

As a result of this training the participants will gain a broader understanding of the depth of emotional, psychological and relational pain experienced by their clients when trying to separate from their drug of choice and be able to empathize with their clients’ pain more fully. Included will be an overview of the role a substance of abuse plays in relationships to the abuser. Various theories of grief and loss will be examined and participants will gain an understanding of how these theories interweave and parallel with the type of loss associated with addiction.

Herbal Supplements Use and Abuse

$30.00
3 CASAC/CPP/CPS hours

In this three hour course you will learn a brief history of herbals, their application, possible interaction with prescription drugs and common misconceptions regarding herbals today. Also, there will be a time for questions and answers.

Household Drugs

$30.00
3 CASAC/CPP/CPS hours

As a result of attending this training participants will be better able to recognize potential use hazards and reduce the chance of abuse of these substances. The course will cover different substances and signs/symptoms associated with their use and ways to address the risk for abuse represented by these materials/substances.

Household Substances: Dangers and Precautions

$20.00
2.5 CASAC/CPP/CPS hours

As a result of attending this training, participants will be better able to recognize potential chemical hazards and reduce the chance of abuse of these substances. The course will cover different substances and signs/symptoms associated with abuse; ways to address the risk represented by these materials/substances; and how to safeguard their home.

How to Discover Your Life Purpose & Create a Fulfilling Life

$45.00
4.5 CASAC/CPP/CPS hours

In this workshop you will learn:

  • How you can discover your Life Purpose

  • Learn who you really are—your light side

  • Learning profound philosophies that will positively change the way you see yourself, others and your life forever

  • Find what you are passionate about, your true heart’s desire and how knowing this will lead you to find a fulfilling career

  • Learn how to tap into your inner-wisdom-intuition

  • Learn ways on how you can heal your life and how healing your life can unleash your greatest potential to living a fulfilling life with purpose

Identifying & Combating Triggers for Relapse

$40.00
4 CASAC/CPP/CPS hours

Participants will gain an understanding of basic internal factors of relapse, problems associated with relapse and methods for identifying and combating triggers for relapse. As a result of this training, participants will be able to facilitate client awareness of relapse factors and educate clients on relapse prevention planning.

Identifying & Understanding Client Needs

$60.00
6 CASAC/CPP/CPS hours

Participants will be able to define alcoholism and the stages of addiction in general. Roles in a chemically dependent family will be explored and explained. Characteristics of those roles and the enabling which takes place in these homes will be presented. Dealing with denial and "carefronting" instead of confronting the using individual and family members will be explored. Levels of treatment will also be reviewed and what to expect when referring an individual to treatment.

Inhalant Use

$30.00
3 CASAC/CPP/CPS/PCB hours

As a result of this training, participants will gain knowledge and understanding about the unique nature and hazards of inhalant use. They will be able to recognize potential use and learn how to reduce the chance of abuse.

Integrated Mental Health & Substance Use Treatment Programs/Systems Using C-BIT

$60.00
6 CASAC/CPP hours

This training will provide participants with a foundation in providing integrated treatment for mental health and substance use disorders. The course will review systems and treatment models and interventions, explore historical perspectives and barriers in addressing co-occurring disorders, detail best practices, address strategies for program and systems change, and examine current local, state and federal directions and initiatives.

Integrating Spirituality As a Useful Resource When Working with Trauma

$30.00
3 CASAC/CPP/CPS/PCB hours

This workshop will explore participants’ own spirituality first and then explore ways to assess a client’s spirituality as well as how to create spiritual interventions with a client. Participants will learn how to do spiritual genograms, life maps and ecograms with their clients as well as with themselves. Participants will be given an opportunity to experience mindfulness exercises as well.

Inroduction to Problem Gambling and Compulsive Gambling

$60.00
6 CASAC/CPP/CPS/PCB hours

Participants will gain knowledge and understanding of the prevalence and types of gambling available in New York State; the skills necessary to be able to identify the adverse effects of problem and compulsive gambling; and the effects it has on diverse populations. They will learn what services are available throughout NY State to help those adversely affected by problem and compulsive gambling.

Learn To Love And Not Fear Public Speaking

$120.00

This two-part course work is a must for professionals at all levels.

  • 1st Session - Participants will be exposed to the underlying principals of effective communication with emphasis on the design and preparation of an effective speech. Sessions will include prepared remarks, plenty of group interaction, practice, and planning.

  • 2nd Session - Delivery of an actual speech. The trainer will make himself available for coaching/advisement during the interval between the first and second session.

Life Skills Training for Facilitators

$120.00 (additional $120.00 charge for Year One manual)
12 renewal hours for CASAC/CPP/CPS

This training allows health professionals, teachers and/or students to implement this science-based prevention program with proven results in long term alcohol, tobacco and other drug reduction. It is a one day training based on the curriculum designed by Dr. Gilbert Botvin, a well known prevention specialist from Cornell University. This curriculum provides alcohol, tobacco and other drug prevention related information, promotes anti-drug norms, fosters the development of personal management skills and general social skills and teaches students how to handle and cope with violent situations.

Elementary Life Skills Training for Facilitators

$60.00
6 CASAC/CPP/CPS renewal hours

As a result of this training participants will be able to implement the Elementary LST program and be able to apply the curriculum theory and practices throughout the 3-year program.

Life Skills Training Booster Session Training

$60.00
6 CASAC/CPP/CPS renewal hours

Participants will review the developmental differences as the student matures and how to adapt those changes into the LST program with fidelity. As a result of this training participants will gain an understanding of the four interactive teaching techniques; Identify strengths and challenges to implementing the LST Program; Obtain guidelines for responding to challenging classroom questions; Demonstrate the ability to implement the LST Curriculum with fidelity, including any modifications and adaptations.

Marijuana: Myths & Realities

$30.00
3 CASAC/CPP/CPS hours

There is a lot of confusion lately about marijuana. The purpose of this three hour training is to help dispel some of the misconceptions and discover the truth in the arguments. Among the issues addressed will be marijuana's physical and mental effects; how marijuana compares to alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs; its current social and legal status in the United States; and a look at the many myths surrounding marijuana and their realities.

Marijuana: Re-examining the Myth

$30.00
3 hours CASAC/CPP/CPS (Sec. 1), NYS OASAS & PCB Approved

With new information coming in each day, with states looking at everything from medicalization to legalization and taxation, what is the reality? Do we have enough information to decide? Just what is the truth, and what are the lies. Let’s try and clear away the smoke and re-examine the Myths, both good and bad.

Mental Health Disorders In Traumatized Children and Adolescents

$45.00
3.5 hours CASAC (Sec. 2), CPP/CPS (Sec. 1 )

This workshop will explore various types of mental health disorders including dissociative disorders related to trauma (such as Dissociative Identity Disorder). Children who have been traumatized by emotional, sexual, physical abuse and/or neglect suffer radical changes in their brain which predisposes them to: various mental health disorders (including attachment disorders), acting out aggressively, dissociative and hyperarousal defenses, and visual, somatic and affective flashbacks. The process of brain changes due to maltreatment can start as early as the first month of life. Differential Diagnosis will be discussed along with assessment and treatment of traumatized children.

Methamphetamine: A Closer Look at Today's "Speed"

$30.00
3 CASAC/CPP/CPS hours

This training will give participants an in-depth look at Methamphetamine. It will examine the drug itself, its toxology, its method of manufacture and usage; the expanse of the problem, locally and nationally; its bio/psycho/social effects on those who use and the people around them; and recommendations for preventing its spread.

Motivational Interviewing: Engaging and Guiding

$45.00
3 hours CASAC (Sec 2), CPP (Sec 4)

Motivational interviewing (MI) is a person centered, directive method for enhancing intrinsic motivation to change. MI has been widely researched in the treatment of substance use disorders; additionally, it appears to be a helpful approach for other types of health behavior change—tobacco dependence, HIV risk behaviors, unhealthy eating behaviors and so on. The goal of this training is to increase the clinician's desire and skill in conveying the overall spirit of MI. This spirit is evident when services are person centered, nonconfrontational and collaborative. Autonomy of the person being served is emphasized by exploring choices and supporting the person as he/she self determines the change(s) for which he/she is committed. Specific skills such as reflections, open ended questions, affirmations and summaries will be described, modeled and practiced by

Navigating the Future: Challenges in the Field of Chemical Dependency for the 21st Century

$60.00
6 CASAC/CPP/CPS hours

This course covers issues in chemical dependency and future challenges. It provides an understanding of the connection between mental health and substance abuse, and it aids in developing a personal risk and protection plan for professionals.

Office Skills & Office Etiquette

$30.00

This one half day training covers appropriate, accurate and efficient means for the exchange of information or messages in addition to basic office procedures, accepted protocol, communication via e-mail and business letters.

Outcomes and Performance Targets

$30.00
3 CASAC/CPP/CPS hours

A half day workshop to aid human service professionals and agencies with performance based goals and outcomes for accountable success that is both specific and measurable.

Parent to Parent Group Facilitation

$60.00

This one day training provides interested individuals with the skills, abilities and attitudes necessary to be successful leaders of the Parent to Parent training program for families in our community.

Professional and Ethical Responsibilities of Addictions Counselors

$60.00
6 CASAC hours

This workshop explores the obligations of addiction counselors to be familiar with and adhere to the accepted ethical code of conduct and continuing professional development in order to maintain professional standards and to safeguard the client. Federal, state and facility codes will be discussed. The importance of recognizing individual and cultural differences that influence client behavior will be identified.

A self-evaluation of participant beliefs as they apply to addiction counseling and clients will be conducted and discussed to enhance self-awareness and performance. Counselor's will develop and utilize strategies to maintain one's own physical and mental health.

Professional Perspective on Alcoholics Anonymous

$55.00
6 CASAC/CPP hours

This course provides understanding of the philosophical and clinical underpinnings of AA, the sequence of issues addressed by both treatment and AA, and the differences in approach, method and objectives. It articulates the four stages of surrender, delineates the three divisions into which AA's steps fall and explains the process of movement from action to thought to feeling unique to AA.

Relapse Prevention Overview

$120.00
12 CASAC/CPP/CPS hours

This two day training is designed for entry level addiction professionals to familiarize them with basic relapse dynamics and relapse prevention models. It covers relapse definitions, five perspectives on relapse and three major relapse prevention models.

The Relationship Between Leadership and Success: “The Role of Character”

$30.00
3 CASAC, Section 4, CPP&CPS,  Section 3, Initial & Renewal hours, NYS OASAS & PCB Approved

John Wooden, ten time national champion UCLA basketball coach, stands alone at the center court with his Pyramid of Success. Remarkably, none of his players recall him urging them to win. Instead, he urged them to do their best every moment by practicing certain leadership principles. For example, Coach Wooden believed in balance and consistency. He avoided extremes.

Business and professional leaders have found that Wooden’s leadership style applies not only to the basketball court, but to the workplace and every life. Through this training participants will learn these principles of leadership and how they can play an important role in their lives.

Resistance to Treatment

$60.00
6 CASAC/CPP/CPS hours

This 6 hour course deepens understanding of resistance and helps to develop techniques for helping clients overcome resistance and move through the early stages of change. It provides a definition of resistance and emphasizes client and counselor sources of resistance, resistance as a barrier to change and motivational techniques for overcoming resistance.

The Role of Spirituality In Recovery

$30
3 CASAC/CPP/CPS/PCB hours

Upon completion of this workshop, participants will be able to:

  • Explain to those with whom they work where the Latin word spirituality comes from and how its meaning has evolved.
  • Learn the correlation between ‘spirituality’ and ‘religion’ and how the use of the word “God” could turn people away from AA.
  • Gain insight into how a chemically dependent persons, many times, fears a “Higher  Power because of their past.
  • Understand that there are infinite options in defining one’s “Higher Power” and how it relates to their recovery.

Risk & Protection Framework

$60.00
6 CASAC/CPP/CPS hours

Participants will learn that Risk and Protection is a framework, an approach that has been proven successful in program development, implementation and evaluation. The key is to deliver research-based strategies and activities to appropriate target populations, in the proper settings within multiple domains and systems and at the correct level of intensity. Participants will learn how to implement this model at the individual and/or community level in order to be successful in their prevention initiatives.

Self Care for the Helping Professional or “Follow the Yellow Brick Road”

$30.00
3 CASAC/CPP/CPS hours

We may all be lost like Dorothy in the Land of Oz when it comes to self care. When experiencing burnout, you feel like you lost your brain, heart, and courage. This workshop will remind us to use our brains (like the scarecrow) and our courage (like the lion) and our heart (like the Tin Man) to find our way along the “Yellow Brick Road” of self care. Participants attending this training will be more aware of their susceptibility to various forms of burnout and they will also explore ways to cope. Included will be the definition and comparison of Burnout, Compassion Fatigue, Counter Transference and Vicarious Tramatization, symptoms of burnout and options for self care.

Sex & Love Addiction – A 21st Century Challenge

$40.00

As a result of this training participants will be able to define sexual addiction, sexual deviance, and sexual offending behavior. The course will cover the similarities and differences from Alcohol and Other Drugs mechanism on the brain’s reward system, consequences, treatment, and future implications. Participants will understand the impact of the internet, alcohol and other drugs, and a sexualized media on social perceptions of masculinity and femininity.  Also presented will be an introduction to the public health model as an approach to address this growing social issue.

Six Behaviors Resulting from a Dysfunctional Family and How to Mange Them

$20.00
2.5 hours NYS OASAS approved

This training will introduce participants to the different behavioral roles that are developed within a family with an alcohol or other drug problem and provide ways for effectively dealing with those behaviors. Results/strengths associated with each role will be reviewed and how the care giver/professional can build on these strengths. The techniques described are aimed at both reducing the difficulties experienced in dealing with these youth and providing ways to engage them in a positive manner.

Social Networking

$30.00
3 hours CASAC (Sec.3)/CPP/CPS (Sec. 1)

Social media is beginning to transform non-profits both in the way they work as well as their relationships they have with their members and donors. Learn how you can make Social Media outlets build support for your organization. We will explore:

What Social Media is and how it is relevant to nonprofits

  • An overview of Social Media Tools: MySpace, Twitter, Facebook, Linked In and Bogging Basics

  • Do’s and Don’ts of Social Media

  • Effectively Using Social Media to Cut Marketing Costs

  • Telling the story of your mission in a relevant way for Social Media

  • How “cause marketing” with various Social Media can build donations and gain new volunteers

  • Creating a measurement plan

Through this training you will gain a greater understanding of the importance of staying current with the ever changing media outlets and be prepared to start using Social Media Tools.

The Sounds of Silence - Learning How to Interpret Non-Verbal Communication

$30.00
3 CASAC/CPP/CPS/PCB hours

This training is designed to provide participants with a greater understanding and appreciation for the "unspoken word" and its impact on building successful interpersonal relationships. Through a combination of prepared remarks; group discussion and interactive exercises, this workshop will endeavor to explore the fascinating would of nonverbal communication, its vast cultural implications, and its ability to get through when other forms of communication often fail.

Spirituality & Addiction

$45.00
3 hours CASAC/CPP&CPS (Section 1), NYS OASAS Approved

Each participant will have an opportunity to explore the importance of spirituality in the effective and holistic treatment of addictions. Further, participants will learn new and useful methods of evoking spiritual beliefs and attitudes from their clients while simultaneously remaining neutral and inquisitive to that process.

Strategic Planning

$30.00
3 CASAC/CPP/CPS hours

Strategic planning is one of the most powerful management tool available to help your organization/agency to a better job - if you know how to use it. This workshop will offer a framework and detailed suggestions for doing strategic planning in nonprofit organizations: from defining your mission and setting your course to initiating, monitoring and streamlining your plan.

Substance Use, Abuse and Dependency Continuum

$45.00
3 hours CASAC (Section 3) CPP (Section 4), NYS OASAS Approved

This training will cover the basics of alcohol and substance use/abuse/dependency and utilization of the DSM-IV to review criterion for various diagnoses. A major portion of the training will be devoted to discussions centering on the evaluation/assessment process. This workshop will not only provide basic factual information on clinical diagnosis, but will have a strong emphasis on effective methods of engagement and information gathering while conducting the assessment interview.

Suicide Prevention

$30.00
3 CASAC/CPP/CPS hours

This three hour course will train participants to function as a positive link for someone in crisis. The first part of the training looks at the biological, psychological, and environmental factors which put youth at risk and the current prevalence of depression and suicide in today’s youth. The second part of the training examines protective measures that can be taken to allow young people access to help during a crisis and procedures for responding to youth seeking help. This training is recommended for anyone working with youth.

Tattoos and Body Modification: Blood, Pleasure, and Pain

$65.00
6 CASAC/CPP/CPS hours

This dynamic educational seminar will explore our current fascination of tattoos and body modification including gang, prison and military tattoos and possible negative consequences of the same. This didactic six-hour seminar includes a comprehensive PowerPoint and video presentation, numerous handouts and encouraged audience participation.

Team Building & Communication

$30.00

This 3 hour workshop is aimed at developing high-performing work teams, topics include: communicating with diplomacy and tact, improving listening skills, and how to work with different personalities.

Therapeutic Communication (One-Day)

$75.00
6 hours CASAC& CPP (Section 4, NYS OASAS Approved)

This one day basic training is targeted to enhance the skills of entry level counselors. The workshop will include the following topics:

  • Definitions, Listening Skills and Roadblocks to Communication
  • Supportive communication
  • Interviewing-Questioning Techniques
  • Feedback and Confrontation

Therapeutic Communication (Two-Day)

$120.00
12 CASAC/CPP/CPS hours

This is a two-day training with the following sections to be covered:

  • Alcohol and Other Drugs Overview
  • Addiction/Alcoholism - Signs, Symptoms, and Stages
  • Identification, intervention, and referral
  • The alcoholic/addicted family system

3 R's for Adult Children of Alcoholics

$60.00
6 CASAC/CPP/CPS hours

This course heightens understanding of the dynamics of rules, roles and results of life in an alcoholic home and equips helpers with tools to address the negative aspects that befall efforts in relationships for these individuals. It describes the roles of family members, illustrates "The Rules," and interprets the results on adulthood. Characteristics of a healthy family are provided while outlining a system to develop plans to identify personal needs for increasing the ability to engage in healthy relationships.

Time Management and Planning

$30.00

A one half day workshop aimed at helping participants to be more effective and efficient through proper planning, organizing and prioritizing of projects, deadlines and other demands.

Tune In, Turn On - Drugs in the Media

$30.00
3 hours CASAC/CPP/CPS (Section ) NYS OASAS approved

As a result of this seminar participants will become aware of three different ways the media is used to promote or discourage substance abuse, learn how “new” forms of media are being used to communicate messages about substance abuse, learn three things individuals can do to positively affect substance abuse in the media.

Presentation Skills

$30.00

This 3 hour workshop will provide innovative tips, techniques, and strategies that empower trainees to speak with confidence and skill.

Understanding Trauma: The Connection between Trauma and Addiction

$65.00
6 CASAC/CPP/CPS hours

This training will address untreated childhood and adult trauma as a primary cause of addiction and relapse. The participant will understand how a pain-filled inner world seeks relief in substances, food, or behaviors such as sexual acting out, gambling, frenetic activity or compulsive overwork. The nature of trauma will be explored . . . how it attaches itself to our inner being and how emotional intelligence and resilience can be our best defense against slipping into a place with no way out.

Working with Drug Court Clients

$35.00
2.5 hours NYS OASAS Approved CASAC, Section 2, CPP& CPS - Section 1, PCB Approved

This training will expand your knowledge base, give you an understanding of the objectives and primary focus of a Drug Court Program, its requirements and the needs of a Drug Court Participant.

Working with Problem Adolescents

$30.00

Participants will learn how to identify problem behaviors and develop strategies to effectively work with adolescents. Suicide prevention will be one of the main topics. Three hour training.

Grandparenting Gambling Specialty Designation

$200.00 per person

The Chautauqua Alcoholism & Substance Abuse Council will be offering the required 15 hours of Treatment and 15 hours of Prevention coursework that is necessary to receive this Gambling Specialty Designation Credential through the grandparenting process. This training will only be available this summer. If you are interested in attending this 15 hour grandparenting training, contact Kathleen Colby ASAP.

See our calendar for times and location.

Criteria for qualifying for the Grandparenting certification are as follows:

This particular course is for those who work in either treatment or prevention and are already credentialed by New York State Office of Alcohol and Substance Abuse Services. It is a 90-day grandparenting opportunity for NYS CASAC's and CPP's.

Applicants for the CASAC Gambling Specialty Designation must:

  • Be a current CASAC in good standing for a minimum of five years;
  • Attest to having a minimum of five years of appropriate work experience as a provider of alcoholism and substance abuse treatment and/or gambling addiction services; and
  • Attest to having completed 15 clock hours of appropriate gambling training

Applicants for the CPP Gambling Specialty Designation must:

  • Be a current CPP in good standing;
  • Attest to having a minimum of five years of appropriate work experience as a provider of alcoholism and substance abuse and/or gambling prevention services; and
  • Attest to having completed 15 clock hours of appropriate gambling training

For those who do not qualify for the Grandparenting certification

We are also offering OASAS Compulsive Gambling Certification Training Applicable towards 60 Treatment hours or 30 Prevention hours on July 12, 19, 26, August 2, 9, 16, 23, 30.