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

Welcome to the CAAS Distance Learning Program

The Center for Alcohol and Addiction Studies Distance Learning Program is a collaborative effort between 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 8-10 credit course based on the level of continuing education credential selected as follows:

Credentialing Level Cost
Addiction Treatment Specialists (NAADAC)$60
*Counselors (NBCC)$60
**Social Workers (NASW) $80
Psychologists (APA) $100
***Physicians (CME; Brown Med) 

*Application pending.  Anticipated availability by May, 2010.
**Select courses only
***BrownDLP is currently working with Brown University's Alpert Medical School to develop continuing medical education courses

See Accreditation page for more detail.

 

CAAS Course Calendar

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Start DateCourse TitleInstructor
03/01/2010
Registration Open		469 Introduction to Problem and Pathological Gambling: Knowledge and EducationCatherine Mikulak MS,CASAC*G
03/01/2010
Registration Closed		468 Mindfulness in Addiction CounselingPatricia Burke MSW, LCSW
03/08/2010
Registration Closed		470 The Core Functions of Addictions CounselingKevin Scheel MS, MAC, LMFT
03/15/2010
Registration Open		471 Understanding and Utilizing Twelve Step ProgramsJames Wuelfing BA, CPP, NRPP
03/15/2010
Registration Open
472 AOD and Disabilities: Current Perspectives And Treatment ApproachesWilliam Pellicio MA, LICSW, LCDP
03/22/2010
Registration Open
473 Drug Treatment Courts: An Integrated ApproachDiane Sherman Ph.D., NCAC-II
04/05/2010
Registration Open		474 Motivational Interviewing: FundamentalsLaura Saunders MSSW
04/05/2010
Registration Open		475 Clinician Self-Care for Addiction Counselors and Clinical SupervisorsPatricia Burke MSW, LCSW
04/12/2010
Registration Open		476 Boundary Issues and Dual Relationships in the Treatment of AddictionsFrederic Reamer Ph.D.
04/26/2010
Registration Open		477 Advanced Pharmacology: Staying Current with Drugs of AbuseKevin Scheel MS, MAC, LMFT
04/26/2010
Registration Open		478 Cognitive Behavioral TherapyJustin Enggasser Ph.D.
04/26/2010
Waiting List
481 Treatment Planning MATRSPat Ristaino Dutton RNC, MS, MLADC, LCS
05/03/2010
Registration Open		480 Adolescent Chemical Dependency: Current Perspectives And Treatment ApproachesMike Torch MA, LADC, CCS
05/03/2010
Registration Open		479 Substance Abuse Among Older AdultsDavid Duncan Dr.P.H., CAS, FAAHB

Note: Course schedules are subject to change without notice.


Learn more about the Brown University Distance Learning Program here:

• View our Participation Guidelines
• Get a complete listing of DLP courses
• See a complete listing of DLP faculty

Receive announcements as courses open for registration! To join the DLP Course Announcement listserve, please contact Monte Bryant.