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CASAC Certification Education
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If you’re aiming for your drug and alcohol counselor certification and earning your CASAC certification, this program is the direct path. Educational Enhancement is an OASAS/NAADAC-approved education provider (#0415) offering 350-hour CASAC training/addiction counselor training fully online.
You can finish your addiction counseling certification in as little as 4 months, on a flexible schedule that fits your life. With tuition plans starting at $63/month and full tuition assistance available, this program gives you the exact training required to apply for your Substance Use Disorder Counselor Certification in New York State.
Why Choose CASAC Training Online?
When I began my career in counseling, I didn’t have the option of stepping away from work and family for years of college. What I needed was practical training that met state requirements and prepared me for real work in the field. That’s what we’ve built here: a program that’s approved, flexible, and affordable.
—John Makohen, Co-Founder of Educational Enhancement CASAC Online
How our addiction counselor training program prepares you for
Drug and Alcohol Counselor Certification
This online course meets the standards for drug and alcohol counselor certification in New York State and prepares you with the skills needed for entry-level counseling roles.
Self-Paced Learning
Rewatch lessons, review workbooks, or schedule one-on-one guidance when you need it.
Instructor Access
Certified trainers are available by phone, email, or live sessions.
Hybrid Approach
Includes 125 hours of live webinar training to strengthen counseling skills.
No Waiting Periods
Start as soon as you register. All materials are instantly available.
Career-Focused Curriculum
Everything aligns with OASAS and IC&RC exam standards.
This structure makes our addiction counselor training program the fastest way to get trained and start working as a CASAC-T.
What is a CASAC
A CASAC (Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor) is a professional trained to support individuals and families struggling with addiction. With a drug and alcohol counselor certification, you’ll be able to:
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Lead individual and group counseling sessions
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Conduct screenings, assessments, and evaluations
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Develop and update treatment plans
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Provide education to families and communities
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Maintain ethical and legal compliance
New York has one of the highest needs for substance abuse counselor/addiction counselor training, and earning your CASAC opens doors to employment in outpatient clinics, treatment centers, community programs, and hospitals.
Steps to CASAC Certification
Earning your addiction counseling certification in New York requires four steps:
- Complete 350 Hours of CASAC Training
- Our program is approved by OASAS and covers every requirement.
- Apply for the CASAC-Trainee (CASAC-T) Credential
- With your certificate of completion, you can begin supervised work in the field.
- Gain Work Experience
- Hands-on practice under supervision builds the hours needed for full certification.
- Pass the IC&RC Exam
- This exam measures knowledge and skills in counseling, ethics, and case management.
By completing our addiction counselor training, you’ll meet all educational requirements and be prepared for the exam.
Inside Our 350-Hour CASAC Training
Our addiction counselor training is structured into four sections that follow the 12 Core Functions of Counseling.
*** Sections CANNOT be used for renewal purposes. ***
85 clock hours related to the following:
- Basic Knowledge
- Overview of Addiction
- Diagnostic criteria
- Diversity of SUD treatment and interventions.
- Toxicology Testing;
- Knowledge of the 12 Steps and Mutual Aid
One-time payment of $1300
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3 monthly payments at $467/mo
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6 monthly payments at $245/mo
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Or register using Klarna at checkout, as low as $63/month, if eligible.
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150 clock hours related to the following:
- Individual Counseling
- Group Counseling
- Foundations of Counseling:
- Counseling Special Populations/ Cultural Competence
- Counseling Families and Significant Others
- Theories of Human Development
- Crisis Management
- Integrated Care
- Recurrence of Symptoms
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One-time payment of $2000
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3 monthly payments at $718/mo
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6 monthly payments at $376/mo
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Or register using Klarna at checkout, as low as $96/month, if eligible.
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70 clock hours related to the following:
- Screening, Assessment, and Evaluation
- Treatment Planning, Client Record Keeping, and Discharge Planning
- Case Management
- Patient, Family, and Community Education and Prevention
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One-time payment of $950
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3 monthly payments at $338/mo
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6 monthly payments at $179/mo
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Or register using Klarna at checkout, as low as $59/month, if eligible.
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45 clock hours related to the following:
- Counselor-Client Relationships
- Counselor Ethics
- Confidentiality/Legal Issues
- Professional Development-
- Child Abuse and Maltreatment-Mandated Reporter Training
- Counselor Wellness
One-time payment of $600
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3 monthly payments at $214/mo
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6 monthly payments at $113/mo
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Or register using Klarna at checkout, as low as $37/month, if eligible.
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*** By the time you complete these sections, you’ll be prepared not only for Substance Use Disorder Counselor Certification but also for real work with clients. Graduates are eligible to apply for their drug and alcohol counselor certification and begin working as a CASAC-T while gaining field experience.
Why Choose This Path Over a Degree?
Some students consider an addiction counselor degree through a university. While valuable, it often takes 2–4 years and costs much more.
Our addiction counseling certificate online gives you the credentials needed to begin working right away. Many graduates start as CASAC-Ts, build experience, and later pursue a degree if they want to advance further.
This makes certification the best option if your priority is entering the workforce quickly and affordably.
Career Opportunities With CASAC Certification
After completing your drug counselor certification, you’ll be eligible for roles such as:
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Substance Use Counselor
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Case Manager
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Intake Specialist
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Group Facilitator
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Recovery Coach
Work settings include outpatient treatment, detox facilities, residential programs, and community health organizations. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects 22% job growth for counselors in this field through 2032 — much faster than average.
Flexible Tuition Options for CASAC Training
We believe CASAC training should be accessible to everyone. That’s why we offer multiple payment paths. This program is one of the most affordable addiction counselor training options available in New York, and designed for students pursuing drug and alcohol counselor certification without putting their life on hold.
1 time payment
$4750.00
In this 350-hour training, you will receive the complete…
3 monthly payments
$1633/month
Make 3 easy payments of $1633.00 each to begin this…
6 monthly payments
$817/month
Make 6 payments of $817.00 to begin your drug addiction…
12-24 monthly payments
As low as $228/month. Up to 24-month Payment Plan with Klarna…
Enroll by Section:
Starting at $37–$96/month
Tuitioin Assistance
These programs fully support eligible students.
1. WIOA
2. ACCESS VR (#1100161321)
3. 1199 career pathways program
4. ITG Program NYS
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Flexible and hassle-free
Student Testimonials
My stepsons’ struggles with drugs and alcohol ended badly. So, I decided to become a CASAC addiction counselor to make a difference. I was fortunate to discover Educational Enhancement’s online addiction counseling training…
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Thank you so much for the opportunity to be able to complete these courses on my time – some days I am able to dedicate 8-10 hours and some days I cannot log on at all. Not having to present to a…
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I found the CASAC training to be not only exciting but informative and helpful. I love the recovery field; therefore, I enjoy learning and do well with the training. As a visual…
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Frequently Asked Questions
FAQ #1: When can I begin my training?
You can begin the moment you receive your purchase confirmation. At the time of your purchase, you’ll create your log-in and personal password. You will receive your confirmation email within the hour after your purchase. Once you follow the link to your Educational Enhancement Dashboard, you can sign in and begin working towards your CASAC-T.
FAQ #2: Do I get my CASAC as soon as I complete 350 hours of education and training?
No. You will not be a CASAC when you complete the 350-hour training. You will mail your certificate into OASAS and receive your CASAC- T. You will still have to complete 2 more steps for certification.
1. 6000 Internship hours
2. Pass the IC & RCCertification Exam.
FAQ #3: What is the tuition cost?
Our training cost $4750.00. This includes all training materials, training platforms, and certificates. It doesn’t include a computer, tablet or pad, or other mobile devices and internet connections.
FAQ #4: When can I begin my training?
You can begin the moment you receive your purchase confirmation. At your purchase, you’ll create your log-in and personal password. You will receive your confirmation email within the hour after your purchase. Once you follow the link to your Educational Enhancement Dashboard, you can sign in and begin working towards your CASAC-T. Once you finish the addiction counseling training course you purchased, you’ll receive your certificate via email within 24 hours.
FAQ #5: Are these substance use counselor courses approved by NAADAC?
Yes, we have currently gone through NAADAC’s extensive certification process. Our drug and alcohol counselor education and training courses are approved by NAADAC. Here is our NAADAC provider #254148
FAQ #6: Can I use these courses for CASAC Renewal Clock Hours?
Yes, of course, you can. You can complete the 60 renewal clock hours for renewal of your CASAC credential from the privacy of your own home, your favorite coffee shop, and even during downtime while you’re at work! CASAC renewal has never been so easy.
For example, if you take these 3 CASAC Trainings:
- Counseling Special Populations / Cultural Competence;
- Basic Knowledge
- Ethical Decision-Making
You would not only gain and refresh your knowledge of the field, but you would also accumulate the 60 clock hours required for CASAC renewal.
To purchase courses for CASAC Renewal:
First, choose the online CASAC Renewal courses you wish to take.
Next, please fill out the online registration form, make your payment, and submit it.
Check your email, and within 1 hour or considerably less, you will receive an email from us via KAJABI (our hosting platform) to login into your new CASAC training.
You can then begin.
FAQ #7: How do I get started?
First, choose which Payment Tier is good for you. (See FAQ #6 for the Payment Tiers).
Next, please fill out the online registration form, make your payment, and submit it.
Check your email, and within 1 hour or considerably less, you will receive an email from us via KAJABI (our hosting platform) to login into your new CASAC training. You can then begin.
Click this link and get started today.
FAQ #8: Is Educational Enhancement approved by OASAS?
Educational Enhancement CASAC Online was founded in 2002. We offer self-study educational and training programs approved by NYS OASAS (Office of Addiction Supports and Services). Our OASAS provider number is #0415.
FAQ #9: What is CASAC 350 Hour HYBRID training?
Sections 1 and 4 of our training our entirely self-study and self-paced training. This means you can complete coursework in the time YOU allotted for studying.
In Sections 3 and 4, we added live virtual training seminars you must attend. These virtual training will only be held on Saturdays and Sundays, and the scheduled training calendar will be emailed to you as soon as you complete your purchase. The course content will be provided at this time, too.
We hope to add several sessions during the week to accommodate your busy schedules.
Join our email list so you can stay current with all changes at Educational Enhancement CASAC Online.
FAQ #10: Do I have to compete a certain amount of coursework before I can take virtual trainings?
No, you do not. You can begin taking the virtual training as soon as you register and purchase. If you register for the 350-Hour Hybrid training from Sunday to Friday evening, you can start your virtual training that Saturday.
Our virtual training is a stand-alone training. Instructor-led training will help you develop clinical skills and strengths while working online with your peers.
FAQ #11: Do I have to attend the virtual trainings as soon as I start or can I wait?
You can wait to take any of the virtual training. Our program still lets you control where and when you will study.
However, we feel that the sooner you begin the virtual sessions, the sooner you will get your 350-hour certificate. Getting this certificate means working in the field. After all, that is the goal.
But we also know you are busy, so it is okay if you miss a Saturday or Sunday session. You will be able to mark your progress on our program’s platform. We will also monitor progress and keep you up-to-date with what you need to complete the 350 hours training package.
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Start Your CASAC Certification Training Today
With our drug and alcohol counselor certification, you can begin working toward a career that changes lives — including your own.
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100% online and self-paced
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Approved by OASAS and NAADAC
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Affordable payment plans
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Eligible for tuition assistance
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Graduate in as little as four months
Take control of your future. Begin your CASAC training today and start working toward your Substance Use Disorder Counselor Certification in New York.
