CASAC Training and Credentialing Programs Wurzweiler School of Social Work FAQS Artificial Intelligence Biotechnology Computer Science Cybersecurity Data Analytics and Visualization Digital Marketing and Media Mathematics Occupational Therapy Physician Assistant Physics Speech-Language Pathology Our Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC) credentialing program based in New York City is for graduate students or MSW holders and is a credentialed program. Substance use disorders pose unique dilemmas for counselors and require specialized training. Earn your Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC) Credential. Choose from the option that fits your background best. Classes are accessible online and via our Live Virtual Classroom. Post-MSW CASAC Certification Program Individuals holding the MSW degree may earn the training hours needed for CASAC eligibility in New York with as few as 100 hours; 85 for Knowledge and 15 for Ethics. Full program description Post-Graduate CASAC Certification Program Individuals holding a relevant Master鈥檚 degree may earn the training hours needed for CASAC eligibility in New York with as few as 130 hours; 85 for Knowledge and 45 for Ethics. The NY State credentialing board will inform you of other specific hours you may need. Full Program Description Joint MSW/CASAC Degree For students not yet holding a master鈥檚 degree, we offer an MSW program with a designated track to graduate you educationally qualified for both the LCSW and CASAC in New York State. Full program description
