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Prevention practitioners work with individuals, families, schools, and communities to help prevent the development of substance use disorders and other addictions. The New York State Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS) issues two credentials for this field:
As seen in the information at the link above, various educational paths can lead to these certifications (including degrees offered in Chautauqua County).
In Chautauqua County, Prevention Works is an alcohol and other drug prevention agency approved and supported by OASAS. Learn more about the field of addiction prevention by contacting Prevention Works.
This publication is supported by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) as part of an award totaling $1,000,000 with 0% financed nongovernmental sources. The contents are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement, by HRSA, HHS or the U.S. Government.
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