About Educational Enhancement
Online Addiction Counselor Training
We will provide you with the knowledge and skills to provide excellent substance use counseling services.
Our online drug counseling education and training will teach you about recovery-oriented systems of care.
We are committed to providing you with the information and resources you need to be the change your community needs.
Encourage. Educate. Empower.
Educating and Training CASAC Since 2002
“Counselors who treat people with substance use disorders do life-changing work on a daily basis. The diversity of backgrounds and types of preparation can be a strength, provided there is a common foundation from which counselors work. Workforce development is essential to the field of substance use disorder treatment.”
– Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
Are you ready to make a difference and motivate change?
Educational Enhancement is a premier Online Addiction Counselor Training and Education Provider.
Our curriculum is approved by OASAS in New York State (provider #0415).
Why Choose Educational Enhancement Online Addiction Counselor Training and Educational Program?
The Demand
Every day Alcohol and Drug Counselors become a beacon for change in the lives of others. However, addiction rates continue to rise, and so does the demand for more credentialed substance abuse counselors. With the proper online addiction counselor training, you can answer the call for more drug counselors. Educational Enhancement Online Addictions Counselor Training and Educational Program can provide you with the knowledge, skills, and motivation to make a lasting impression in another person’s life.
Our Story
Educational Enhancement was founded in 2002. Since its inception, we have provided training to over 5000 students with an average 93% pass rate on the IC & RC exam. In 2020, the Coronavirus (COVID-19) forced us to adapt to new schedules, lifestyles, and norms.
Educational Enhancement is the first ONLINE Addictions Counselor education and training, hybrid (self-study and strengths & Skill building Webinars) program in New York State. Our OASAS-certified trainers are available to keep you motivated toward your goal and answer all your questions along your journey to becoming an Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CASAC in NYS).
Educational Enhancement is an approved CASAC Education and Training provider #0415 for the New York State Office of Addiction Supports and Services (OASAS).
Our Mission
Encourage. Educate. Empower.
Educational Enhancement aims to provide you with the highest standard of Online Addictions Counselor Education and Training. Once you become part of our professional development community, we will continue to serve and inspire you in all your endeavors in addiction recovery.
What distinguishes us from other training providers is that we gauge our success on your success.
—Your success inspires us to excel.
Our Philosophy
It is our belief, at Educational Enhancement that when you excel in your career as an addiction professional, so do we. We are here to provide you with the highest education and professional development standard. When you become part of our online addictions counselor education and training program, you will be prepared to step into the substance use recovery field proudly. You will not only receive an education in a self-paced, enjoyable virtual classroom, but you’ll join our community of peers. Your peers will encourage and motivate you to strive to reach the highest professional growth and development level.
Are you ready to join today?
Our Commitment
Our commitment to you as an online addictions counselor education and training provider is to offer you all the tools and support you need to succeed. Once you purchase our training, the material is yours to keep so you can watch it repeatedly. Our trainers are NYS CASAC, NAADAC, and IC & RC credentialed trainers. We are available to you via email, telephone, and facilitated virtual seminars. We are here to ENCOURAGE. EDUCATE. And EMPOWER you to succeed in motivating and making lasting impressions on persons struggling with use disorders.
Educational Enhancement Is a great CASAC training program. I participated for my initial trainings – passed my CASAC exam in the first go around. I have been using them for my re-credential if for over 10 years. The staff is supportive and informed about the topics. I rate them 5 stars overall and have referred students over the years.
I learned so much, from cultural diversity training to professional development. I work as a 1st responder, and the different things I read about and watched videos of helped me be more patient with colleagues and callers needing assistance.
As an individual who is not currently working in the addiction field (although I do have experience with addiction recovery methods), I cannot say enough about the online CASAC (350 Hours) that is offered by Educational Enhancement. And of course, the excellence and professionalism that all of the staff bring to the experience. From the very first time I reached out to inquire about the program, John Makohen consistently returned my email questions on a timely basis (which, as many of us know, doesn’t always happen these days). Then, John, Maria Mendez, and my mentor Sheila Mashack, went above and beyond to ensure that I was streamlined into the program. They understood my “nervousness” and desire to learn as much as I could about addiction counseling while working full time – and this hybrid model was very thorough and in-depth. What I loved the best about the program, is that it could be done online, on my availability, so that I could continue to work full time at my current job and then, in the evenings, hop into each module at my own pace. They were always there to answer any questions that I had on the modules too. I was truly impressed with the depth of this program and the time and effort that the creators have put into it, to ensure we students become familiar with what it takes to be an addiction counselor. I also enjoy our monthly meetings and getting to hear from the other students that are in my cohort. It gives me a good perspective on what’s going on in the field today and also alleviated any doubts I might have about learning and growing in the field as I continue on. I feel supported – even though I live 2.5 hours away from the NYC area – and I am so grateful that I found this tremendous program online. It’s a gift! If you are an Adult Learner and know that you can be disciplined to take online courses at your own pace, are ready for an in-depth study, but don’t want to feel “alone” – Educational Enhancement’s CASAC (350 Hours) is for you!
Instructor-Led Review
I wanted just to take a second and say thank you. Thank you for taking the time to do this, I think you are helping a lot of people understand the role. I’ll be transitioning into my new CASAC role in the next couple of months, thanks to Educational Enhancement CASAC Online.
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I’m probably one of the first students trained for the 350 hours of training. I was confident when I went for my exam and passed on my first try. I have been using them for re-credentialing since. Everyone I have referred has been very happy with the Educational Enhancement’s CASAC Training and Renewal program.
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