February 27-28, 2025

8:30AM - 3:00PM Central Time


Virtual Two-day ASAM Criteria 3rd Edition Skill Building Training

This is an exclusive training for Minnesota Department of Human Services (Behavioral Health). Please contact the hosting agency for registration details.

About the event

This two-day, application-focused training provides participants with an in-depth look at the theoretical foundations of the Criteria, including clinically driven services, biopsychosocial assessment, the six dimensions, continued stay and transfer/discharge criteria. Incorporating the use of the 3rd edition of The ASAM Criteria, participants have opportunities for skill practice at every stage of the treatment process: assessment, engagement, treatment planning, continuing care and transfer or discharge.
All participants receive an in-depth Training Journal to guide the training and as a resource for continuing skill application.

About the trainer

James Von Busch has been a Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of Idaho since 1993. He has worked in both the agency setting as well as private practice providing Mental Health Counseling and Substance Abuse Treatment. His emphasis for treatment is on personal and relational recovery and restoration. James has also worked in the field of higher education, serving as a faculty member for the University of Nevada - Reno. He is a national trainer on several topics related to mental health and substance abuse treatment; he is dedicated to improving the mental and behavioral health of people.

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