Brown University Center for Alcohol & Addiction Studies: Distance Learning Program

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Welcome to the Addiction Technology Transfer Center
of New England Distance Learning Program
@ Brown University's CAAS

The Center for Alcohol and Addiction Studies Distance Learning Program is a collaborative effort between the Addiction Technology Transfer Center of New England, the Center for Alcohol and Addiction Studies and the Program in Public Health located within the Alpert School of Medicine at Brown University in Providence, RI. 

The purpose of the Distance Learning Program is to provide a range of health care professionals including addiction treatment providers, counselors, social workers, nurses, psychologists, and physicians with access to continuing education courses covering a range of topics relating to advances in addiction treatment and prevention. Please view the calendar below for a list of upcoming courses and information.

The program provides flexible pricing for each 6-10 credit course based on the level of continuing education credential selected as follows:

Credentialing Level Cost
Addiction Treatment Specialists (NAADAC)$60
CT Certification Board (CCB) - an IC&RC affiliate
No Certificate
**Counselors (NBCC)
**Social Workers (NASW) $80

**Select courses only

See Accreditation page for more details.

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Learn more about The Addiction Technology Transfer Center of New England Distance Learning Program here:

• View our Participation Guidelines
• Tips for being a successful online learner
• Get a complete listing of DLP courses
• See a complete listing of DLP faculty

To receive announcements as courses open for registration join our course announcement listserve Click here enter your name and email address, then click (Join ATTCNE-ANN) to add yourself to the course announcement listserve.

Course Calendar

The ATTC of New England DLP @ Brown University reserves the right to postpone or cancel any course without advance notice. Course schedules are subject to change as a result of course registrations, instructor availability, or website maintenance.

Start DateCourse TitleInstructor
01/16/2012
Registration Open
592 Using Scientifically Based REBT to treat Addictions with SMART RecoveryJohn Gramuglia MBA, LICSW, MLADC, LCS
01/16/2012
Registration Closed
593 Addressing Tobacco Use and Dependence in Addiction and Mental Health ServicesLisa Howard BSW, TTS
01/23/2012
Registration Open
594 Motivational Interviewing: Providing Direction and Rolling With ResistanceLaura Saunders MSSW
01/30/2012
Registration Open
595 Cognitive Behavioral TherapyJustin Enggasser Ph.D.
02/06/2012
Registration Open
597 Teaching Self-AdvocacyNicholas Roes Ph.D.
02/06/2012
Registration Open
590 Marijuana Trends: Research and Implications Of The Impact On SocietyJohn Thompson MA, CDP, LMHC
02/13/2012
Registration Open
598 Confidentiality of Patient Information in Substance Use DisordersDavid Duncan Dr.P.H., CAS, FAAHB
02/20/2012
Waiting List
599 Treatment Planning MATRSPat Ristaino Dutton RNC, MS, MLADC, LCS
02/20/2012
Waiting List
600 Motivational Interviewing: FundamentalsLaura Saunders MSSW
02/27/2012
Registration Open
601 Advanced Group Substance Abuse Counseling Skills: Working with Difficult PopulationsDee Lexandra Ph.D.
03/05/2012
Registration Open
596 Living Life on Life's Terms: Integrating Spirituality into the Therapeutic Process with Addicted AdultsPatricia Burke MSW, LCSW
03/12/2012
Waiting List
602 Improving Outcomes for Mandated ClientsNicholas Roes Ph.D.
03/12/2012
Registration Open
603 Introduction to Ethics: Managing Ethical Dilemmas and Risk-Management IssuesFrederic Reamer Ph.D.
03/19/2012
Waiting List
604 Motivational Interviewing: Providing Direction and Rolling With ResistanceLaura Saunders MSSW
03/19/2012
Registration Open
605 Effective Strategies For Engaging Youth With Co-Occurring DisordersMike Torch MA, LADC, CCS
07/02/2012
Registration Open
625 Motivational Interviewing: FundamentalsLaura Saunders MSSW