Alcohol and Other Drug Issues Programs

Continuing Studies is helping social workers, counselors and other professional improve the lives of Wisconsin residents. Continuing education in the field of substance abuse topics keep professionals current with the latest research and best practices relevant to their field.

We offer one- and two-day workshops, a conference, and certificate programs designed especially for professionals working in AODA treatment, mental health, counseling, FASD, social work or other human service professions.

AODA programs include

Upcoming classes and workshops

Workshops are offered in Madison and through the state of Wisconsin for professionals working in AODA treatment, mental health, counseling, FASD, social work or other human service professions. Most programs are available for licensure renewal credit.

The Substance Abuse Certificate

This program provides practical information and skills to help social workers, mental health providers, clergy, and other human service professionals make real differences in the lives of substance abusers.

The FASD Training of Trainers Certificate Program

This 5-day certificate program provides up-to-date, science based information on FASD, as well as the skills, strategies and materials for medical and allied health professionals, human services providers, families, communities, administrators, policy makers, and others need to become FASD trainers.

Current Trends in Pharmacology series

This popular two-workshop series provides in-depth information about common drugs of abuse.
Impact of Illicit Prescription Opiates | March 18 | Info, brochure, register»
Heroin and Other Opiates | April 12 | Info, brochure, register»

Wisconsin’s Intoxicated Driver Program Approved Training (IDP-AT)

The IDP-AT is the DHS 62 mandated training for IDP staff. Participation is limited to Wisconsin IDP assessors, supervisors,  and coordinators or those preparing to become IDP staff. To earn the IDP-AT certificate participants must successfully complete 15 hours of self-study, attend the two-day in-person training, and pass a final exam. Register for this program.

Wisconsin Women's Education Network

The Wisconsin Women's Education Network on Addiction, Recovery and Prevention (WWEN) is a a grant-funded outreach project for anyone interested in women's treatment, recovery and prevention.

The Boys and Girls at Risk Conference

This conference provides valuable information for professionals who work with youth on the physical, neurological and psychological changes are often experienced differently by male and female adolescents. Experts will teach the latest research in the areas of prevention, intervention and treatment from a gender-sensitive perspective.