AMERICAN SOCIETY OF ADDICTION MEDICINE (ASAM) Training
"The ASAM Criteria is the most widely used and extensive set of clinical standards for initial placement, continued stay, and transfer or discharge of patients with addiction and co-occurring conditions. Originating from a collaborative initiative in the 1980s, The ASAM Criteria was developed to define one national set of criteria for providing outcome-oriented and evidenced-based care in the treatment of addiction.
Ten years since the 3rd Edition ASAM Criteria was published, ASAM released the 4th Edition in October 2023. Different states and payers are implementing the 4th Edition at different rates, and different jurisdictions may currently be implementing older versions of The ASAM Criteria Textbooks. There are some significant changes in the 4th Edition, although the essential concepts from the 3rd Edition have not changed and still provide a fundamental basis for the assessment and continuing care for individuals with addictive, substance-related, and co-occurring conditions. "
Ten years since the 3rd Edition ASAM Criteria was published, ASAM released the 4th Edition in October 2023. Different states and payers are implementing the 4th Edition at different rates, and different jurisdictions may currently be implementing older versions of The ASAM Criteria Textbooks. There are some significant changes in the 4th Edition, although the essential concepts from the 3rd Edition have not changed and still provide a fundamental basis for the assessment and continuing care for individuals with addictive, substance-related, and co-occurring conditions. "
Foundations
This 6-hour, live-virtual course is the recommended first step to understanding the ASAM Criteria 4th Edition and covers developing patient-centered service plans as well as making objective decisions about patient admission, continuing care, and transfer/discharge for individuals with addictive, substance-related, and co-occurring conditions.
The workshop content is based on information found in The ASAM Criteria: Treatment Criteria for Addictive, Substance-Related, and Co-Occurring Conditions, Fourth Edition and incorporates an opportunity for participants to practice applying the information through case-based activities. Learners will have the opportunity to ask the presenter questions in real time, participate in polling questions and break into small groups.
The target audience for this introductory, intermediate, and advanced course includes: counselors, social workers, payers, administrators, and other clinical staff.
This course addresses the following ACGME Competencies: Patient Care and Procedural Skills, Medical Knowledge, Practice-Based Learning and Improvement, and Systems-Based Practice.
Learning Objectives
The workshop content is based on information found in The ASAM Criteria: Treatment Criteria for Addictive, Substance-Related, and Co-Occurring Conditions, Fourth Edition and incorporates an opportunity for participants to practice applying the information through case-based activities. Learners will have the opportunity to ask the presenter questions in real time, participate in polling questions and break into small groups.
The target audience for this introductory, intermediate, and advanced course includes: counselors, social workers, payers, administrators, and other clinical staff.
This course addresses the following ACGME Competencies: Patient Care and Procedural Skills, Medical Knowledge, Practice-Based Learning and Improvement, and Systems-Based Practice.
Learning Objectives
- Describe the underlying principles and concepts of the ASAM Criteria
- Identify the six dimensions of the ASAM Criteria’s multidimensional patient assessment
- Determine treatment priorities based on risk assessment to guide treatment and service planning
- Determine an appropriate level of care and treatment priorities based on risk assessment
- Implement the ASAM Criteria, in the context of system challenges, for patients with addiction to ensure appropriate level of care and treatment outcomes
Dates offered: All sessions will be held virtually at 8:30 am–3:30 pm CT.
Tuesday, July 29th
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Wednesday, August 20th
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Thursday, September 4th
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Wednesday, September 24th
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Wednesday, September 24th
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Skill Building
This 6-hour course expands on the content discussed within The ASAM Criteria 4th Edition Foundations course. This interactive course will follow multiple case scenarios along the patient’s journey through the continuum of care. It will provide an in-depth understanding of providing level of care recommendations, developing individualized treatment plans, and conducting reassessments for continued service or transition of care for patients with addiction and co-occurring conditions. Additionally, participants will examine implementation challenges and develop strategies to provide appropriate treatment for persons with substance use disorders (SUDs). It is recommended that attendees successfully complete the Foundations course before beginning this course.
Learning Objectives
Learning Objectives
- Conduct an ASAM Criteria Level of Care Assessment by evaluating risk across the dimensions, utilizing the Dimensional Admission Criteria to make the level of care recommendations and identify Dimensional Drivers.
- Develop an individualized treatment plan for persons with substance use disorders (SUD) using an ASAM Criteria Treatment Planning Assessment.
- Conduct a Reassessment and Treatment Plan Review and utilize continued service and transition criteria to make evidence-based decisions regarding transitions in level of care.
Dates offered: All sessions will be held virtually at 8:30 am–3:30 pm CT.
Thursday, August 21st
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Friday, September 5th
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Thursday, September 25th
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Thursday, August 21st
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Friday, September 5th
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Thursday, September 25th
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*This activity is eligible for CE credits. In support of improving patient care, ASAM is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team
“ASAM” and “The ASAM Criteria” are registered trademarks of ASAM, and are used with permission. Use of these terms is prohibited without permission of ASAM. Use of these trademarks does not constitute certification or endorsement of this product or practice by ASAM.
“ASAM” and “The ASAM Criteria” are registered trademarks of ASAM, and are used with permission. Use of these terms is prohibited without permission of ASAM. Use of these trademarks does not constitute certification or endorsement of this product or practice by ASAM.
