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Approved Training Programs

IGCCB has set up approved training programs to enable professionals to identify appropriate training courses that meet the IGCCB standard. Approved status is a mark of quality that the body awards to training programs who meet their standards for training content and delivery. Many of these courses are 100% virtual.

Please check back often as we are continuously updating our website with new training programs.

ICGC-I Approved Training Programs

The Gambling Counselor Core Training provides the 30 CE hours required for certification as a Washington State Certified Gambling Counselor (WSCGC), and/or certification through the International Gambling Counselor Certification Board. The training includes a 10-hour self-directed portion (Part 1) and a 20-hour live-learning webinar portion (Part 2).

The University of Pittsburgh School of Social Work has developed an 18 Module, online, self-paced program for the ICGC 30 hour training requirement. It was developed by Jody Bechtold, LCSW, ICGC-II, BACC and includes access to BACC hours as part of enrollment. Perfect for working individuals that want to pursue certification outside of normal working hours. Cost: $599.

https://pittprofessional-socialwork.catalog.instructure.com/courses/problem-gambling 

The Indiana Problem Gambling Awareness Program is part of Prevention Insights at the IU Bloomington, School of Public Health. IPGAP is funded with a contract with the Indiana Division of Mental Health and Addiction, Indiana Gamblers’ Assistance Fund. To access the courses go to https://ipgap.indiana.edu/training/training.php  For more information, contact Mary Lay, MPH maholtsc@indiana.edu.

The Colorado Provider Training Program is offering a 10-session, 30-hour course to grow your skills in gambling disorder assessment, treatment, and recovery support

The course is available FREE for Colorado residents and costs $350 for residents of other locations. Earn up to 30 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) — 3 CEUs per attendance of each live class — while learning applicable skills from award-winning experts. Classes will be held live on Zoom and begin in November 2023 and February 2024.

Please click the link for more information and to register: https://freecoloradotraining.org/

Problem Gambling Treatment 101 for Behavioral Health Professionals is a set of six self-paced, online 2 CEU training modules offered by Oregon Health Authority Problem Gambling Services and the Oregon Council on Problem Gambling. Courses are FREE and well suited for mental health professional who would like to learn more about problem gambling.

https://www.acorncourses.org/

 

Orientation for New Problem Gambling Counselors is a set of six self-paced, online 2 CEU training modules offered by Oregon Health Authority Problem Gambling Services and the Oregon Council on Problem Gambling. The modules are designed to supplement the learning of new problem gambling treatment providers. Courses are FREE.

https://www.acorncourses.org/bundles/pg-orientation

The Center for Addiction Studies and Research offers a 30-hour Problem Gambling self-study course that meets the requirements for ICGC-I.

Please visit: 30-hour Core Curriculum Treatment Track

ICGC-II & Advanced Approved Training Programs

The Center for Addiction Studies and Research offers a 60-hour Problem Gambling self-study course that meets the requirements for ICGC-II.

Please visit: 60-hour Core Curriculum Treatment Track

16 On-Demand Webinars for Problem Gambling. 30 CEs available and perfect for Recertification. You can purchase as few as one or as many as 16. Most webinars are 2 hours in length. 

Visit The Better Institute Gambling Disorder Treatment Webinar Series: https://learn.betterinstitute.com/

Working with Families in Problem Gambling Treatment is a set of 10 self-paced, online modules offered by Oregon Health Authority Problem Gambling Services and the Oregon Council on Problem Gambling. The 30 CEU course includes a manual and training videos designed to encourage and support involving important others in treatment. Cost: $375.

https://www.acorncourses.org/courses/WWFPG

Supervision of Problem Gambling Treatment is a set of eight self-paced, online 2 CEU training modules offered by Oregon Health Authority Problem Gambling Services and the Oregon Council on Problem Gambling. The series is designed for supervisors who would like to know more about problem gambling and/or the process of supervision. Courses are FREE.

https://acorn.thinkific.com/bundles/pg-sup-bundle

ICGC Examination Prep Course*

Evergreen Council on Problem Gambling:
https://www.evergreencpg.org/igccb-exam-prep-ecourse-program/ 

*fees apply

IGDC Approved Training Programs

Geek Therapeutics has developed a 15-hour Problematic Gaming Specialist Program that meets the requirements for IGDC training. Promo Code: PGGTCERT for $50 off (no expiration). 

Please visit: https://problematicgaming.com/

Foundations in Gaming Disorder aims to provide support for clinicians, educators, and community professionals to meet 30 continuing education credit hours for Gaming Disorder certification. 
This is an on-demand training that will prepare participants to screen, identify, and treat at-risk and gaming disorder. Three distinct training tracks allow participants to customize their learning.
Learn more at WhatIsGamingDisorder.com 
For questions, please contact info@evergreencpg.org

ICOGS 

Approved Training Programs

The Center for Addiction Studies and Research offers a Problem Gambling self-study course that meets the requirements for ICOGS.

Please visit: Center for Addiction Studies and Research

Clergy Approved Training Programs

The Indiana Problem Gambling Awareness Program is part of Prevention Insights at the IU Bloomington, School of Public Health. IPGAP is funded with a contract with the Indiana Division of Mental Health and Addiction, Indiana Gamblers’ Assistance Fund. For more information, contact Mary Lay, MPH maholtsc@indiana.edu.

 

CGT Approved Training Programs

Certified Gambling Disorder Train the Trainer Register HERE​

Preferred Providers

Want to join our list of Preferred Partners? Contact us at training@igccb.org to learn more

Council on Compulsive Gambling of Pennsylvania, INC.

Connecticut Council on Problem Gambling

Oklahoma Association on Problem & Compulsive Gambling

Oregon Council on Problem Gambling

Problem Gambling Network of Ohio

Evolution Group

Evergreen Council

The Massachusets Council on Gaming and Health

Council on Compulsive Gambling of NJ

Nevada Council on Problem Gambling

Delaware Council on Gambling Problems, Inc.

Wisconsin Council on Problem Gambling

Indiana Problem Gambling Awareness Program

The Problem Gambling Help Network of WV

LifeWorks

The Center for Addiction Studies and Research

The Evolution Group

New York Council on Problem Gambling

Rhode Island Council on Problem Gambling

GamFin

Kindbridge Behavioral Health

Rutgers Center for Gambling Studies

Kentucky Council on Problem Gambling

The Maryland Center of Excellence on Problem Gambling

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