CASAC PROGRAM AND SCHOLARSHIP NOW OPEN!
CLOSES MARCH 15, 2026
Farnham Family Services Training Institute is pleased to announce that Section 1 of the Credentialed Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counselors (CASAC) Program will begin on March 24, 2026, and continue through July 2, 2026. Classes will be held Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:00–7:00 PM (approximately 85 instructional hours). You do not need to complete the CASAC program in order (1 thru 4) and can start at any section.
Important Commitment
Attendance at all class sessions is required to receive full credit.
This is a virtual program, and participants must be on camera 100% of the time.
You may not attend from your car, sporting events, or other distracting settings—you must be fully present.
This requirement applies to both new and returning students.
If you cannot commit to these expectations, please do not apply.
Scholarship Opportunities
Attached you will find the New York State OASAS Addiction Professionals Scholarship Program application. We have a very limited number of scholarships available. Completing the application does not guarantee an award.
⚠️ Important Update: If you have previously applied, or if you have access to an older application link or form, please note that those versions are no longer valid. Only applications submitted on or after March 3, 2026, using the form attached to this email will be accepted.
The CASAC program is roughly an 18-month program with a total cost of $5,250.
If you do not receive a scholarship, you are responsible for covering this cost if you wish to continue.
Without Scholarship: If you plan to take this course without a scholarship, you must confirm your participation in Section 1 by emailing MWalradth@farnhaminc.org by March 15, 2026, including your method of payment. Missing this deadline may result in your removal from the program.
Returning Students: You do not need to reapply, but you must confirm your participation in Section 1 by emailing MWalradth@farnhaminc.org by March 15, 2026. Missing this deadline may result in your removal from the program.
Additional Application Requirements
Along with the scholarship application (attached), you must also submit via email:
Letters of Recommendation – From professional or academic references (professors, supervisors, teachers, GED instructors, mentors, organizational leaders, coaches, faith leaders). Personal references are allowed if they can speak objectively to your skills/character. References may not include family members, spouses, or personal friends. (See page 9 of the application.)
Employment Verification Form (attached) – Required if you selected who are working in an OASAS/OMH/DOH-certified setting and/or within a setting along the addiction’s continuum of care at the time of application (see page 5 of the application for more information)
Transcript Review (if applicable) – If you submitted your application to OASAS for academic credit review, please provide a copy.
Sectional Certificates (if applicable) – If you have completed CASAC Sections 2, 3 or 4 with another provider, please include copies to receive transfer credit.
Personal Statement – Required only if you are not currently employed in the addictions field. Submit as a PDF.
Submission Instructions
Please submit all required documents in one email, in PDF format to Training@Farnhaminc.org
Letters of Recommendation may be sent separately (Training@farnhaminc.org) —please include your name and “CASAC” in the subject line.
All applications are due by March 15, 2026
Interviews may be conducted as part of the selection process.
Electronic Submissions Only.
Our CASAC training program is fully approved by the New York State Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS). We provide the comprehensive 350 hours of education required to obtain your CASAC credential.
The curriculum is divided into four core competency sections:
Section 1: Knowledge of Alcoholism and Substance Use Disorders
Section 2: Counseling and Communication Skills
Section 3: Assessment, Treatment Planning, and Case Management
Section 4: Professional and Ethical Responsibilities
Our training goes beyond the textbook, incorporating lectures, interactive activities, case studies, and practical skill development to prepare you for real-world practice in the behavioral health field.
Our program is designed to be accessible for working professionals and students:
Location: 100% Virtual (Live sessions via Zoom).
Schedule: Classes typically meet twice per week in the evening throughout the year.
We are committed to making this vital professional training accessible.
Total Program Cost: $5,250.00 (for the full 350-hour curriculum).
Flexible Payments: Tuition can be paid per section rather than all at once.
Scholarships: We offer OASAS-funded scholarships and personalized payment plans to assist with the cost.
Applications for our next cohort will be released soon. If you would like to be notified as soon as enrollment opens, please click the button below to be added to our interest contact list. Email Training@farnhaminc.org to get on the mailing list
Farnham Family Services Training Institute is recognized by New York State Addiction Services and Supports to provide the 350-hour initial certification and training for Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselors.