Hudson Valley Community College

Microcredential in

CASAC-T (Preparation) Educational Core III

This course is eligible for financial aid for qualified students.

Hudson Valley Community College

Troy, NY 12180

Face to Face

Delivery

1 Semester

Estimated time to complete

14 Credits

Credit-bearing

$600.00

Estimated cost*

What you'll learn

The CASAC Core III microcredential is the third and final credential required for individuals to complete the core educational components by OASAS to receive their CASAC-T (Credential for Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counseling-Trainee). The final microcredential focuses on special areas of treatment and assessment. A second internship with the successful completion of 168 field hours in an approved OASAS facility and seminar allow you to put your skills to work. Additionally, this microcredential focuses on working with diverse populations and understanding the social and cultural norms associated with addictions. Content focuses on developing a foundation for cultural competence and developing the ability to adjust assessment and treatment planning to cultural characteristics of clients. Your faculty will work with you on the steps required to secure your certification.

A face to face microcredential from Hudson Valley Community College (14 credits). Registration is completed with Hudson Valley Community College. Eligible for financial aid.

Prerequisites: High school diploma or equivalent

Who can enroll

Ages 18 and up.

Complete first

CASAC-T (Preparation) Educational Core II

Required. Registration checks that you have completed it.

Upcoming sections

Section 1:

Open

Section 2:

Open

What you can earn

CASAC-T (Preparation) Educational Core III Microcredential (Digital Badge)

Prepares for an industry certification exam (Industry-Recognized Credential)

Skills covered

CASAC-T

Addiction Counseling

Addiction Treatment

Case Management

Intercultural Competence

Substance Dependence

Clinical Work

Career outlook

Related occupations: Medical Assistant, Phlebotomy Technician, Patient Care Technician

Healthcare support jobs in New York are projected to grow faster than average through 2032.

Funding opportunities

You may be able to pay for this course with the funding below. Each program decides who qualifies.

WIOA Individual Training Account (WIOA)

Federal Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act funding, through your local career center.

Who qualifies: Adults and dislocated workers approved by a New York career center.

* Estimated cost

Each campus will confirm final costs.