Prescription drug abuse is an epidemic, cutting across geographic, racial, ethnic and socioeconomic boundaries. This training provides an overview of the current epidemic/trend involving abuse of prescription drugs. The signs and symptoms of abuse are presented with attention to contributing factors such as the internet and how the drugs are obtained and used.  Treatment and prevention are highlighted including a focus on the local efforts to address the problem.

This training is appropriate for any professional who works with clients with substance abuse and/or mental health concerns, staff from social service agencies and health care agencies.  6.5 CAC and 6.5 social work credits will be offered for this training.

Trainers:
Dr. Joseph Garbely, a member of the Addiction Medicine team at Caron Treatment Centers, is Board certified in Psychiatry, Addiction Medicine, and Internal Medicine.

Martin V. Ferrero, MA, CADC, LADC, CSAT is the senior clinical director of Adult Services at Caron Treatment Centers, PA.

To register for this training CLICK HERE or call the training coordinator at (610) 376-8669 or email registration information.

Important Notice: Change in Training Location

Due to the response to the training, the Council on Chemical Abuse Prescription Drug training has been moved to the McGlinn Conference Center, 450 St. Bernardine Street, Reading, PA 19607(Sacred Heart Convent-adjacent to the Alvernia University Campus). 

Please click  for directions to the McGlinn Conference Center:   

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An evening of information, education, experience, strength and hope.

Wednesday June 19, 2013
Dinner: 5:00 p.m.
Program: 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Dinner will be provided

Easy Does it, Inc.
1300 Hilltop Road
Leesport, PA 19533

Registration Required.

To register for the community forum please REGISTER ONLINE or call the training coordinator at
(610)-376-8669

REGISTRATION FORM - Community Forum- Problem Gambling: Overcoming the Odds

PLEASE NOTE: Once your registration is received, the Council will review your information and you will receive a confirmation email.

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Addiction is a chronic disease and as with any chronic disease, when treatment regimens are not followed, relapse can occur. This course reviews the many situations and conditions that lead to relapse. Relapse determinants, co-morbidity, myths, misconceptions and assumptions about relapse will be examined.

Trainer: Nancy Milliron, MS ICADC CCMS CCPG

Relapse Prevention is a required training for drug and alcohol counselors.  Any professional who works with clients with substance abuse and/or mental health concerns- training is appropriate for staff from social service agencies including mental health, children and youth, adult and juvenile probation, domestic relations, and public assistance.

Six CAC credits will be offered for the workshop.

For further information or to register for the workshop CLICK HERE or call the training coordinator at (610) 376-8669.

This training examines the process of service planning and case monitoring, including documentation practices.  Current  requirements for this service, as well as the Inventory for Support Services will be reviewed.

Trainer: Sarah Davis, MSW, LSW

Sarah Davis received her Master’s Degree from University of Maryland in 1994.  She has been working in the field of drug and alcohol both in clinical and management positions since 1991.  She has been an approved BDAP trainer since 1997, both teaching classes and working in curriculum development.

6.5 CAC credits will be offered for the workshop.

To register for the workshop call the training coordinator at (610) 376-8669 or register online.

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The PRESCRIPTION DRUGS training has reached its full capacity. We apologize that we are not able to accommodate your training request at this time. If you are interested in being placed on a waiting list for this training and/or future COCA events, please call the training coordinator at (610)376-8669.

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This 4 day core level training will assist counselors in meeting the Department of Drug and Alcohol Program problem gambling treatment professional requirements.  The training is appropriate for drug and alcohol and mental health professionals as well as any staff member from social service agencies.  

Trainer: Gregory A. Krausz, MA, CAC

All four courses are required for registrant to receive DDAP approval for Problem Gambling Treatment Professional Requirements.  However registrations ARE being accepted for individual training dates.  6.5 CAC and 6.5 social work credits will be offered for each day of the workshop.  Lunch will be provided.

Day One:  March 12, 2013 from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Problem Gambling for Beginners: The Hidden Addiction

Participants will review the scope of gambling in the US among adults and youth; gain understanding of definitions and typology of gamblers; identify diagnostic criteria and screening and assessment tools to treat gamblers effectively.

Day Two: April 9, 2013 from 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Problem Gambling: Co-Occurring Disorders

Participants will identify three most common co-occurring disorders among pathological gamblers; will review biogenetic research and pharmacological interventions with pathological gamblers and will review two approaches to family therapy among gambling clients.

Day Three: May 7, 2013 from 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Problem Gambling: Practical and Essential Strategies

Participants will review and discuss Spirituality and treatment planning; review Special Population and cultural diversity treatment issues; identify relapse prevention plans for gamblers; define financial management plans, asset protection plans and restitution with gambling clients.

Day Four: June 11, 2013 from 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Problem Gambling: Treatment Design

Participants will be able to create a motivational enhancement plan for a gambling client using FRAMES; gain understanding of Harm Reduction and Stages of Change Models; review the elements of Alternative Sentencing plans for gamblers and the basic “R”s for court reports and become familiar with the resources listed and their use for research, treatment, referral, advocacy and education on problem gambling.

To register for this training click here or contact the training coordinator by email or by phone at (610) 376-8669.