Who We Are
Behavioral Health Education Services, LLC is a training and consulting organization serving Pennsylvania. We are a proud Pennsylvania Certification Board (PCB) approved education Provider and approved training provider for the Pennsylvania Department of Drug and Alcohol Programs (DDAP). We offer a variety of trainings related to Behavioral Health, Addiction, and Recovery. We also offer recovery support services supervision and consultation to individuals and organizations.
Our Mission:
To provide high quality behavioral health education and consultation that will assist individuals in providing effective services in the behavioral health field.
Supervision and Consultation Services
Our highly trained staff are here to help both individuals and agencies who are in need of consultation and/or supervision related to recovery support services. A Certified Recovery Support Services Supervisor is here to help guide you in providing effective recovery support services. All supervision and/or consultations are fee for service.
For more information please email:
bheducationeservices@gmail.com
Training Services
New Reading-Based Trainings
We are excited to announce we are now offering Reading-Based Trainings!
Each learner will be provided with access to the reading material and quiz to complete
these trainings. Each learner must pass the quiz with at least a 70% to receive a certificate
(multiple attempts are permissible).
Telehealth for the Treatment of Serious Mental Illness and Substance Use Disorders
(3 Credit hours)
The purpose of this reading-based training is to review the literature on the effectiveness of telehealth modalities for the treatment of SMI and SUD, distill the research into recommendations for practice, and provide examples of how practitioners use these practices in their programs. This training is based on the reading-based online article, Telehealth for the Treatment of Serious Mental Illness and Substance Use Disorders created by SAMHSA in 2021.
Substance Use Disorders Recovery with a Focus on Employment and Education
(3 Credit Hours)
The purpose of this reading-based training is to provide an overview of issues, challenges, policies, and practices related to employment and workforce training for individuals in recovery from a substance use disorder (SUD). This training is based on the reading-based online article, Substance Use Disorders Recovery with a Focus on Employment and Education created by SAMHSA in 2021.
Treatment of Stimulant Use Disorders
(3 Credit Hours)
The purpose of this reading-based training is to review the literature on treating stimulant use disorders, distill the research into recommendations for practice, and provide examples of how practitioners use these practices in their programs. This training is based on the reading-based online article, Treatment of Stimulant Use Disorders created by SAMHSA in 2020..
Confidentiality: Understanding 42 CFR Part 2
(3 Credit Hours)
The objective of this reading-based training is to provide an overview of 42 CFR Part 2 and have each learner gain a deeper understanding of the guidelines within 42 CFR Part 2. This training is based on two reading-based online articles: Title 42: Public Health PART 2—Confidentiality of Substance Use Disorder Patient Records created by Office of the Federal Register (OFR) and the Government Publishing Office (updated as of 5/4/23), and the Frequently Asked Questions: Applying the Substance Abuse Confidentiality Regulations to Health Information Exchange (HIE) from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
2021 NAADAC Code of Ethics
(2 Credit Hours)
This reading-based training is designed to provide each learner with understanding of the 2021 NAADAC Code of Ethics and the guidelines each addiction professional is expected to adhere to. This training is based on the reading-based online article, NAADAC Code of Ethics Revised 2021 created by NAADAC in 2021.
Ethics: Peer Support Values and Guidelines
(2-Credit Hours)
The objective of this reading-based training is to explore the values and boundaries of peer support, and how to use these values and boundaries as the basis for ethical decisions related to peer support practice. This training is based on Module 6 of the “Recovery to Practice” Manual developed by
The International Association of Peer Supporters (iNAPS), in partnership with the Depression and
Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA).
The Science of Addiction
(2 Credit Hours)
This objective of this reading-based training is to provide scientific information about drug addiction, including the many harmful consequences of drug use and the basic approaches that have been developed to prevent and treat substance use disorders. This training is based on the National Institute of Drug Abuse (NIDA) 2022 publication “Drugs and the Brain”.
Supervision of Peer Specialists
(2 Credit Hours)
The purpose of this reading-based training is to provide an overview of the skills, competencies, and Strategies for Supportive, Strengths-Based Supervision of Peer Support Staff. This training is based off of Chapter 5: Supervision of Peer Specialists from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Administration (SAMHSA) TIP 64: Incorporating Peer Support into Substance Use Disorder Treatment Services.
Upcoming In Person Trainings
PCB Approved
Certified Recovery Specialist (CRS)/
Certified Family Recovery Specialist (CFRS)
Trainings
Our Recovery Specialist trainings utilize the Pennsylvania Certification Board (PCB) Standardized Recovery Specialist Curriculum and is for those interested in becoming a Certified Recovery Specialist (CRS), Certified Family Recovery Specialist CRS), and for those individuals not certified as CRS or CFRS and who are interested becoming a Certified Recovery Specialist Supervisor (CRSS). This 78-hour training was designed by PCB and meets the educational requirements for certification. Certification fees and testing fees are not included in the attendance cost. Visit www.pacertboard.org to review all requirements related to the above mentioned certifications.
Our Next PCB Approved
CRS/CFRS Training Series Begins:
Saturdays
10/7/23 - 12/16/23
(Except 11/25/23)
9 - 5 PM
at
West Lawn United Methodist Church
West Lawn, PA 19609
Total Cost: $675.00
(Payment Plans Available)
Saturdays
1/6/24 - 3/9/24
9 - 5 PM
at
West Lawn United Methodist Church
West Lawn, PA 19609
Total Cost: $675.00
(Payment Plans Available)
If you would like to request or host a training at your facility