Master the ASAM Criteria Two-Part Live Webinar Series
Build confidence in applying the ASAM Criteria to clinical decision-making.
Whether you're new to ASAM or looking to strengthen your assessment and placement skills, this two-part training series will help you apply the ASAM Criteria with greater consistency, confidence, and clinical accuracy.
Led by T. D. Hostikka, PhD, LADC, IADC, ADCR-MN, Board Certified Clinical Supervisor, these live, interactive webinars break down the six ASAM dimensions into practical, real-world application.
Register for the complete series and save!
✔ Both sessions: $120 (recommended)
✔ Individual session: $60 each
Part One
ASAM Criteria: Dimensions 1–3
Friday, July 24, 2026
11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. (Zoom)
Learn how the first three ASAM dimensions guide safe, effective placement decisions.
Topics include:
- Understanding ASAM's six-dimensional framework
- Determining appropriate Levels 1, 2, and 3 of care
- Assessing safety, stability, relapse risk, and engagement
- Writing ASAM-consistent documentation
- Using dynamic reassessment to adjust levels of care
- Improving consistency in placement decisions and care coordination
Part Two
ASAM Criteria: Dimensions 4–6
Friday, August 14, 2026
11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. (Zoom)
Continue your ASAM learning by exploring the dimensions that influence motivation, relapse potential, and recovery environment.
Topics include:
- Applying Dimensions 4, 5, and 6 in clinical practice
- Understanding readiness to change and relapse risk
- Evaluating recovery environments
- Supporting medical necessity and risk management
- Strengthening continuity of care through ASAM-informed decision-making
Why Attend?
Whether you work in treatment, supervision, leadership, utilization review, or care coordination, these sessions will help you:
✔ Apply the ASAM Criteria with greater confidence
✔ Improve placement decisions
✔ Strengthen documentation
✔ Support medical necessity
✔ Enhance continuity of care
✔ Improve client outcomes
Registration
Complete Series (Recommended): $120
Attend both sessions for the most comprehensive understanding of the ASAM Criteria.
Single Session: $60
Choose the session that best fits your professional development needs.
Live via Zoom
Up to 6.0 Hours -- Counseling Theories
Note: This is a live Zoom training. The zoom invitation will be sent to all registered participants within 2 days of the training. IN ORDER TO RECEIVE CREDIT FOR THIS TRAINING, IBC STAFF MUST BE ABLE TO BOTH SEE AND HEAR YOU DURING THE ENTIRE TRAINING.