Great Escape Substance Abuse and Training Information Inc. is a not for profit organization with a mission to provide education and training to the community, while equipping prospective candidates to become effective counsellors in the field of addiction. We provide the complete 350-hours of substance abuse education needed to qualify for the NYS CASAC-Trainee certification. Upon completion of the course, students will be provided a CASAC-T application and guidance for moving forward with the CASAC exam. In addition to the CASAC education hours, we also offer CASAC/CPP/CPS Renewal Packages and CASAC Test Prep courses. ALL courses are approved by the New York State Office of Alcohol and Substance Abuse Services (OASAS). Established in 2012, Great Escape has been recognized by the former mayor or Freeport NY, Nassau County Executive Ed Mangano, and Congresswoman Grace Meng from the Sixth Congressional District of New York for facilitating the outreach and training needed to help families and individuals affected by substance abuse. With small classes at our campus in Baldwin, NY, we provide you with compassion, professionalism, and individualized attention that has led to more that 95% of our 150+ students (to date) passing the CASAC exam on their first attempt. Our Programs are geared toward:
- New students looking to begin (or transition into) a career in substance abuse counseling
- Social workers looking to expand their knowledge of addiction treatment
- Individuals as well as community, faith-based and private organizations interested in conducting outreach
- Anyone interested in learning about and understanding the disease concept of addiction
In addition to education and training, Great Escape provides:
- Recovery support groups
- Ex-Offender Advocate groups
- Drug treatment referral services
- Community outreach
