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Training is a key tool in our efforts to unify science, service and policy. Utilizing several methods, IRETA provides two different types of training programs. The first is focused specifically on substance abuse training for addictions professionals who are in direct prevention, intervention or treatment roles in the provider community. The second is interdisciplinary training targeted at a broad range of professionals in the addictions field or in program and policy development.
All training programs are designed to provide the most comprehensive and current information available, with the underlying premise that addiction is a chronic illness and recovery is the final, achievable goal. In our effort to support the addictions workforce, IRETA also works with various state, academic and professional organizations to obtain continuing education accreditation for all practicing professionals, when possible.
Licensing & Certification Requirements
Find basic information on a variety of state, national, and some international bodies that offer licensing & credentialing for drug and alcohol counselors.
If you are a certification board and would like your information updated or changed, please send your request to CertificationInfo@nattc.org
If you are looking for institutions that offer a certificate, bachelor, master and/or Ph.D. program in substance use disorders as well as those that offer a concentration, specialty or minor in the addiction field follow this link to the ATTC's Directory of Addiction Study Programs.
AddictionED.org is an international reference for distance education opportunities for the field. Created by the Addiction Technology Transfer Center (ATTC) program this site serves as a resource for students and professionals to identify distance education opportunities around the world, and as a free marketing venue for ATTC approved sponsors of distance education courses. For more information, contact the Northeast ATTC at infoattc@ireta.org
Behavioral Couples Therapy in Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Treatment
This course provides an overview of Behavioral Couples Therapy (BCT), a marital and family therapy for couples in which one or both partners have a problem with drugs and/or alcohol. This course describes the origin and basis for the treatment. It also describes the many skills used by a therapist utilizing BCT in a treatment setting. Also included are examples of how to incorporate it into treatment and video clips of "clients" involved in BCT.
An Introduction to Adolescent Co-occurring Disorders
This four week online course is designed to assist those who provide training to counselors working with adolescents in substance use treatment programs or those who directly provide counseling to adolescents by addressing the unique challenges that counselors may have when they consider ways to begin to integrate assessment and treatment approaches to meet more fully the needs of youth with co-occurring mental disorders. While this curriculum can benefit counselors who are "entry level" in either working with adolescents or working in the field of substance treatment, it also provides a current review of some of the evidence-based and promising practices that support integrated interventions.
Rural Learning Community Forum
This forum is designed for providers of alcohol and other drug services in rural areas of New York and Pennsylvania; policy makers and funders who work in or administer to rural areas; researchers and academicians who work on issues of rural service delivery; and any individuals interested in learning more about addiction services in rural areas. The term "provider" is defined as any individual providing and services in rural areas or to rural clients and includes individuals providing prevention, treatment, and recovery support services.
Group members will determine the ultimate agenda of the group. Group calls occur on the 4th Thursday of every month from 1pm-2pm EST. If you want to join, please email debra@ireta.org.
New York TIP 42 Learning Community
The purpose of a learning community is to support continuous learning, enhance content and develop instructional skills for trainers of the Treatment Improvement Protocol (TIP) Series 42 Curriculum from the Co-occurring Center of Excellence (COCE). This learning community is being constructed so that trainers have an opportunity to share training experiences, discuss training techniques and content areas surrounding TIP 42. The learning community is designed to allow the trainers to construct the topic areas that they would like to learn [1] . This learning community will take a dynamic format in that it will meet regularly and will use technology to communicate issues, questions and topics for discussion.
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[1] Wilson, B. & Ryder, M. (2008) Dynamic Learning Communities: An Alternative to Designed Instructional Systems. Retrieved March 30, 2008 from http://carbon.cudenver.edu/~mryder/dlc.html
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Designed to be an interactive learning experience, IRETA hosts several workshops per year focusing on specific addictions-related topics. This format allows for optimal discussion between participants and presenters. Workshops will include any or all of the following components: lecture; case study; question and answer sessions; role play; and small group discussion/practice.
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Webinar Wednesdays - Northeast ATTC Webinar Series
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March 17, April 14, 2010
10:00 AM to 11:30 AM
Price: $ varies
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ETHICS IN ADDICTIONS TREATMENT: VALUES IN ACTION
This 2 part webinar is designed to meet the requirement of various state certification boards to provide 3 hours of training in ethics. Each session will contain 90 minutes of instruction.PART 1 MARCH 17, 2010
10:00 AM – 11:30 AM EASTERN 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM CENTRAL The foundation of responsible clinical practice rests on an understanding of basic ethical guidelines and behaviors. In part one, we will define “ethics”, discuss two major ethical theories and explore the role of Professional Association and Agency Codes of Ethics as standards of professional behavior. In addition we will examine the relationship between Ethics and the law and focus on understanding and appreciating the importance of maintaining good professional boundaries. We will also review case studies to help us begin to apply what we have discussed. PART 2 APRIL 14, 2010
10:00 AM – 11:30 AM EASTERN 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM CENTRAL As our discussion of Ethics in Addictions Treatment continues, we will discuss the importance of federal, state and agency confidentiality regulations and examine more specifically some important legal considerations that affect clinical practice. We will also apply ethical standards to clinical record keeping and conclude by articulating a simple model for making ethical decisions. During the presentation we will review several case studies to illustrate what we have been discussing. COST: $30 includes 3 General/NAADAC credits.
Additional: $5 PCB, $10 Social Work, $25 Psychologist ONLINE REGISTRATION: Click here to register QUESTIONS? Contact Kristine Pond: pondk@ireta.org or 412-258-8569 Webinar Wednesdays are co-sponsored by:
• Institute for Research, Education and Training in Addictions - IRETA
• Northeast Addiction Technology Transfer Center (NY, PA)
• New England Addiction Technology Transfer Center (CT, MA, ME, NH, RI, VT)
2010 Mar April Ethics Web Wednesdays Flyer.doc
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Motivational Interviewing Preparing People for Behavior Change
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March 22, 23 & 24, 2010
Location: New York City
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The annual Motivational Interviewing training seminar "Motivational Interviewing Preparing People for Behavior Change: Theory and Skill Building" will be held on March 22, 23 & 24, 2010 at the Hotel Beacon in New York City. This training seminar has open enrollment, it is open to 30 participants. This course includes the experiential practice of highly effective, evidence-based, motivational interviewing skills, strategies and theory in the Miller and Rollnick model; the Stages of Change (Prochaska & DiClemente); compatible Cognitive Behavioral therapy strategies and interventions; and other pertinent topics and skills. This training is highly relevant and effective in our work with clients who have various discrete and co-occurring disorders and for various behavior change issues across populations and systems of care. The course yields 18 clock hours that are certified by OASAS. Everyone will receive a certificate of course completion. Questions? Contact Kathleen Sciacca-ksciacca@pobox.com Dual Diagnosis Website: http://pobox.com/~dualdiagnosis
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