Utilizing The ASAM Criteria, Third Edition, and The DSM-5 in Determining Appropriate Client Placement; March 24, 2021 – March 25, 2021 (9:00am – 3:30pm Both Days)

This course will be a combination of didactic and experiential learning.  The primary focus will be to gain a basic understanding of The ASAM Criteria, Third Edition.  This course will illustrate how to utilize the ASAM six dimensions of a multidimensional assessment, risk domains, risk rating scale, levels of care, in addition it will incorporate the DSM-5 criteria to determine appropriate client placement.

Educational Objectives

Upon completion of this course, the participation will be able to:

• Understand the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) Criteria in order for use in a clinical setting
• Understand the differences between the Levels of Care
• Make appropriate recommendations using both The ASAM Criteria and the DSM-5

12.0 CE’s for:

• CHES
• CPH
• DMH – Addiction Therapist
• DMH – Licensed Administrator
• DMH-Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Therapist
• DMH-Mental Health Therapist
• MAAP – Mississippi Association of Addiction Professionals
• NBCC/LPC – National Board for Certified Counselors