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260 Hour Substance Abuse Counselor - In Training (SAC-IT) to Substance Abuse Counselor (SAC) / Clinical Substance Abuse Counselor (CSAC) Course

Our Substance Abuse Counselor - In Training (SAC-IT) to Substance Abuse Counselor (SAC) / Clinical Substance Abuse Counselor (CSAC) Program is ready to complete your credentials and capabilities in your current profession.  This course is designed for those that have already received their SAC-IT License from Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS) and completed the required 1000 hours of supervised counseling in their employment setting.  The ASAP Education Program meets all Wisconsin State 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.

 

men and women training for SAC-IT

COURSE OUTLINE

260 Hour SAC-IT to SAC / CSAC Teaching Goals:

  • Students will understand a variety of models and theories of addiction counseling and be able to apply these theories in practice.
  • Students will conduct screening and biopsychosocial assessments and use these to refer clients to appropriate level of care.
  • Students will understand the importance of treatment planning with the client’s input and how to utilize the treatment plan to inform proper care.
  • Students will identify personal biases and blind spots.
  • Students will understand the meaning of cultural competence as it relates to addiction counseling. Students will demonstrate the ability to respectful of diverse backgrounds and special populations (i.e., adolescents, older adults, women, LGBTQ, minorities etc.).
  • Have a working knowledge of NADAAC Code of Ethics.

 

 

EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS

Required Book:  Uppers, Downers, and All Arounders 8th Edition

This reading material incorporates the most current and comprehensive information on the physiology, neurochemistry and sociology of drugs to enhance your education taught from experienced professionals bringing real world application's to its instruction.

Uppers, Downers, All-Arounders book cover

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Course Schedule

Course Dates
Starting:  Schedule Pending.  Inquire for details.

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

Course FEE

260 Hour Substance Abuse Counselor In Training (SAC-IT) Pre-Certification Course Fee: $2300.00
 

FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
 

Class Sizes

Class size can range from a minimum of 2 to maximum of 10 students combined from both in person and virtual classrooms
 

260 Hour SAC-IT to SAC / CSAC Certification Course

If you are ready to advance your new career or certification to enhance your counseling practice, contact us.