As a participant in this virtual 1 Day introduction to the ASAM Criteria 4th Edition you will:

• Explore the movement from "aspiration" to "foundation" regarding the ASAM Criteria

• Explore changes within the assessment Dimensions, including updated language to simplify and align with the updated Dimensional Admission Criteria

• Review the broad 4 levels of care and the inclusion of the decimal system that expresses graduations in treatment intensity and types of care provided

• Examine how Risk Ratings have been incorporated into the Dimensional Admission Criteria

• Discuss the importance of culturally informed, trauma sensitive practices to increase access to help and reduce stigma