Classroom Course » Basic Co-Occurring Disorders Module #4: Screening for Co-Occurring Disorders

Dates & Times:
April 02, Thursday 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Hosted By:
DBH Training Institute

Registration is Closed

Description:
Individuals with co-occurring mental and substance use disorders often have multiple complex conditions that may lead them to seek services in different systems of care. No matter which service system individuals with co-occurring disorders come to first, practitioners should be trained to recognize their needs and connect them with appropriate and effective treatment. This course is designed to provide an introduction to mental health and substance abuse screenings. Participants will become familiar with recommended integrated screening tools administered to assess co-occurring disorders.   Participants will engage in experiential application of various screening tools.
Objective:
1.       Differentiate between a Screening and an Assessment
2.       Identify various screening instruments
3.        Demonstrate how to complete the GAIN-SS
Intended Audience:
General Public
Venue:
DBH 64 New York Avenue
Main Training Room (242)
64 New York Avenue, NE
2nd Floor - East
Washington, District of Columbia 20002
(202) 671-0343
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Driving Directions:
64 New York Avenue is located at the intersection of Florida, New York and First Streets, NE. Metro: Take the red line to the Noma/Gallaudet University (previously called New York Avenue) metro stop. Walk west on N Street and turn right at 1st Street NE. Cross over New York Avenue. You will see a large clock tower with the number 64. Enter through the gate and walk toward the first entrance of the building.
Parking:
There are three parking lots for attendees that charge between $9-12, regardless of duration. The two outside lots only accept cash payment. There is also street parking in the blocks adjacent to 64 NY Avenue, but be mindful of posted restrictions.
Certificates:
DBH Training Institute Certificate details
NAADAC CEH Certificate details
Social Work/Counseling CEU Certificate details
Presenters:
 Brenda Samuel 
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