Along with Principles of Addiction Treatment and Client Record Management, Addiction Counseling Skills is considered to be part of the “Core Curriculum” and basic to the foundational training of a Certified Addiction Counselor, Level I (CAC I). The purpose of this class is to provide a framework and counseling model for working with clients with substance misuse and addiction.
The focus of this course is to teach the counseling skills needed to help clients process their information and move toward the change process. The models utilized are client-centered, counselor-directed therapy along with motivational spirit of counseling. Videotaping and feedback will assist the participants in developing a standard level of counseling skills proficiency.
- Teacher: Gary Wareham
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 individual’s knowledge of NAADAC’s Code of Ethics, Federal and State rules and regulations that are essential for safe practice, Colorado Mental Health Practice Act including the prohibited activities, 42 CFR Part 2, and HIPAA that regulate the practice of psychotherapy including addiction counseling. Individuals 21 will learn about the important roles and activities of OBH (Office of Behavioral Health) and DORA (Department of Regulatory Agencies). In this training, individuals will learn the process of certification and credentialing to legally practice in Colorado, as well as the differences between privacy and confidentiality, and exceptions to confidentiality.
- Teacher: Amber Ellis