Professional Development
West Slope Casa provides ongoing training and professional development opportunities for behavioral health providers throughout our service area. Our training programs support providers in maintaining licensure requirements, learning evidence-based practices, and improving service delivery.
Training Offerings
Evidence-Based Practices
Training in proven treatment approaches including:
- Motivational Interviewing
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- The Matrix Model
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Medication-Assisted Treatment
Clinical Skills Development
Core clinical competencies for addiction counselors:
- Assessment and Diagnosis
- Treatment Planning
- Group Facilitation
- Crisis Intervention
- Case Management
Specialized Populations
Training for working with specific populations:
- Adolescents and Youth
- Women in Treatment
- Co-Occurring Disorders
- Criminal Justice Populations
- Rural Communities
Administrative & Compliance
Training for program compliance and administration:
- Documentation Requirements
- Confidentiality (42 CFR Part 2)
- Quality Assurance
- Cultural Competency
- Ethics and Boundaries
Continuing Education
Our training programs are designed to help providers meet continuing education requirements for licensure renewal. Trainings typically qualify for Continuing Education Units (CEUs) approved by:
- Colorado Division of Behavioral Health
- NAADAC (Association for Addiction Professionals)
- Social Work licensing boards
- Counseling licensing boards
Training Locations
Trainings are held at various locations throughout the Western Slope to improve accessibility for our widespread provider network. We also offer distance learning options for certain topics.
Current Training Information
This page contains archived historical information. For current training opportunities and continuing education events, please contact us or check with your regional provider network.