Various situations and professional perspectives are considered when helping individuals with substance use disorders. As such, counselors are guided by ethical principles based on courage, empathy, humility, and respect.

This three-hour interactive training will review the Canon of Ethical Principles for Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselors (CASAC). Topics include definitions, principles, and questions emerging from challenging situations. Content will further discuss the concept of “do no harm” and implications for practice.

NOTE: As of January 1, 2018, CASACs are required to complete a continuing, 6-hour requirement for OASAS approved ethics training. This training meets 3 of the 6 hours required for CASAC renewal.

Credits: This training meets the requirements for three renewal hours (CASAC, CPP, CPS) and three initial hours (CPP, CPS) through New York State’s Office of Addiction Services and Supports (NYS OASAS). As an IC & RC member board, OASAS accredited courses are granted reciprocal approval by the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs, Alcohol and Drug Counselor Committee. Many other states offer reciprocity - please check with your accrediting agency.

Participants are required to attend the ENTIRE training, turn on their video cameras and actively participate in order to receive a Certificate of Completion.