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100 Hour Substance Abuse Counselor - In Training (SAC-IT) Pre-Certification Course

Our Substance Abuse Counselor - In Training (SAC-IT) Program is ready to get you started on your new career path or expand your credentials and capabilities in your current profession.  The ASAP Education Program meets all Wisconsin State Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS) requirements and qualifications.  Taught by experienced professionals working in the field providing you the solid foundation you'll need to succeed in the specialty of addiction counseling.

 

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Course outline

100 Hour Pre-certification SAC-IT Teaching Goals:

  • Students will understand the neuropathophysiological changes with addiction.
  • Students will identify and distinguish addictive substances and behaviors, as well as the diagnostic criteria for substance abuse disorders.
  • Students will be introduced to the process of screening for substance use disorders and the biopsychosocial assessment.
  • Students will be able to utilize ASAM criteria to inform treatment placement decision-making and refer to the appropriate level of care.
  • Students will understand and develop basic counseling skills for working with clients struggling with substance use issues.
  • Students will identify ethical issues relevant to the practice of addiction counseling.
  • Students will understand the meaning of cultural competence as it relates to addiction counseling. Students will demonstrate the ability to be respectful of diverse backgrounds and special populations (i.e., adolescents, older adults, women, LGBTQ, minorities etc.).

 

 

EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS

Required Book:  Substance Use Disorders and Addictions (Counseling and Professional Identity) 1st Edition

This reading material is based on a decade of research and theory complimenting the real world experience and application our instructors bring to your course and education.

Substance Use Disorders and Addictions book

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Course Schedule

Course Dates
Starting: Contact us for Details
Ending: 10 weeks from onset

Days
Tuesday 5:00pm - 8:30pm
Thursday 5:00pm - 8:30pm
Saturday 9:00am - 12:00pm

 

Course Fee

100 Hour Substance Abuse Counselor In Training (SAC-IT) Pre-Certification Course Fee: $1000.00
 

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Class Sizes

Courses are run with a combined minimum of 2 students to a max of 10 total from both our classrooms.

100 Hour SAC-IT Pre-Certification Course

If you are ready to get started in your new career or certification advancement to enhance your counseling practice, contact us.