Dates of this class are 1/23, 30, 02/06/2019   (Three day class).   
 
Principles of Addiction Treatment (21 hour CAC I class) This class presents the models of addiction, defines and outlines various types of addiction treatment, presents the National Institute of Drug Abuse (NIDA) principles of effective treatment and reviews the use of evidence-based treatment approaches. The competencies required of an addiction counselor and scope of practice will be reviewed along with addiction counselor certification and licensure in Colorado, applicable rules and professional readiness.