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+1 252.714.0735
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February 24-26, 2026

The NCFADS Winter School will be presented in an in-person-only format. No virtual options will be available.

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About The Conference

The Premier School for Addiction Professionals in the Southeastern United States

The Board of Directors and staff of NCFADS are pleased to offer the 2026 Winter School this February in Greensboro, NC. 

Participants will be able to earn up to 28.75 hours. The sessions will include many of the required types of content for credentialing, such as ethics, clinical supervision, and many of the subspecialty credits that NCASPPB requires. We will offer our usual types of professional credits as well.

Attendees will have the same great School experience that is traditionally offered, with exhibitors, networking opportunities, and meals and breaks. 

The 2026 NCFADS Winter School opens Tuesday, February 24th and concludes Thursday, February 26th. Each session must be attended in its entirety to receive credit.

The Foundation Board and Staff thank you for your interest in the NCFADS Schools. If you have any additional questions, please contact Dale Willetts at ExecutiveDirector@ncfads.org

 

IMPORTANT NOTES:

  • The school is only offered for in-person only.
  • CRCC credit is available for an additional charge of $30.00, which must be paid prior receiving CRCC credit.

Winter School Objectives:

Upon completion of the conference, participants should increase their ability to effectively care for clients and be able to:

  • Discuss several Substance Use Disorder (SUD) matters specific to North Carolina
  • Identify population specific interventions and modalities with appropriate clients
  • Examine techniques and concepts to employ with SUD clients and families;

…as well as implement these skills in their daily practice.

Who Should Attend?

  • Social Workers
  • Integrated Care Professionals
  • Criminal Justice
  • Juvenile Justice
  • Corrections Personnel
  • Clergy and Pastoral Care Professionals
  • Addictions and Substance Use Disorder Professionals
  • Licensed Professional Counselors
  • School Counselors
  • EAP Staff
  • Recovery Coaches and Allies
  • Public Health Workers
  • Social Services Staff
  • Nurses (Hospital, Clinic, etc…)
  • Healthcare Professionals
  • Health Educators
  • Rehabilitation Counselors
  • Marriage and Family Therapists
  • Psychotherapists
  • School Nurses
  • …and all interested others!
 

 

In-Depth + Intense Learning

The Full School Provides up to 28.75 Total Hours of Credit

Unlike webinars or one day conferences, NCFADS provides professionals and students with in-depth and immersive knowledge, taught over the course of 3 days, and by nationally recognized experts in the field.

Immersive School Experience

For Professionals in the Field at All Levels.

We understand the pressures of being a professional in the field, and furthermore recognize the struggles of acquiring much needed continuing education while operating a private practice. We offer a truly immersive experience for participants.

Connect. Network. Engage.

Unique Opportunities to Meet Professionals from All Over the Globe

Networking is critical in today’s fast-paced and tech-centric world.  There is no better way to form long-lasting and worthwhile connections like peer-to-peer networking. There are plenty of opportunities during the School to meet and connect with individuals and organizations that may be able to advance your career or professional practice.

Meet Our Knowledge Leaders

For over 40 years, the North Carolina Foundation for Alcohol and Drug Studies (NCFADS) has attracted and retained some of the world’s most recognized and noteworthy faculty speakers. And in keeping with that tradition, we are pleased to announce our Winter School Speakers & Faculty…

NCFADS Speaker, Brandon Robinson
Brandon Robinson
LCAS, LCMHC, CCS
NCFADS Speaker, Tiffany Reddick
Tiffany Reddick
LPC
NCFADS Speaker, Todd Posey
Todd Posey
LCMHCS, LCAS, CCS
NCFADS Speaker - Geri Miller
Geri Miller
Ph.D., ABPP, LP (NC), LCAS (NC), CCS (NC), MAC (NCCAP)
NCFADS Speaker, Alison Wood
Alison Wood
MSW, MPA
NCFADS-Speaker-Jessica-Holton
Jessica Holton
MSW, LCSW, LCAS
NCFADS Speaker, Gayle Beese
Gayle Beese
LCMHCS, LCAS, CCS
NCFADS Speaker, Merrill Norton
Merrill Norton
Pharm D., D.Ph., CMAC, CCS
NCFADS Speaker, Whitney Young
Whitney Young
M.A., LCAS, CCS
NCFADS Speaker, Roxann Thomas
Roxann Thomas
MSW, MDiv, BS, LCSW-A, LCAS
NCFADS Speaker, Ron Flack
Dr. Ron Flack, Jr.
LCAS
NCFADS Speaker - Laurie Conaty
Laurie Conaty
MSW, LCSW, LCAS – Certified MINT Trainer
NCFADS Speaker Jessica Fowler
Jessica Fowler
CADC, CPS
NCFADS Speaker, Ed Johnson
Ed Johnson
M.Ed., MAC, LPC, LAC, LACS, CS, CPSS
NCFADS Speaker, James Campbell
James E. Campbell
LPC, LAC, MAC, AADC
NCFADS Speaker, Garrett Biss
Garrett Biss
MRED, CPRC
Day 1: Monday, February 23
3:00 – 5:00 p.m.
Exhibitor Check-In
5:00 – 6:00 p.m.
Registration Check-In
 
Day 2: Tuesday, February 24
7:00 – 8:00 a.m.
Complimentary Breakfast (Embassy Suites Guests)
Registration, Networking, & Exhibitors
8:30 – 10:00 a.m.
Welcome Session & Opening Plenary
 
10:00 – 10:15 a.m.
Refreshment Break
 
10:15 – 12:15 p.m.
Main Tracks
 
12:15 – 12:45 p.m.
Luncheon Begins
 
12:45 – 1:45 p.m.
Luncheon Plenary
 
2:00 – 3:15 p.m.
Mini-Track (Session I)
3:15 – 3:30 p.m.
Scheduled Break
3:30 – 5:30 p.m.
Mini-Track (Session I, Continued)
5:30 – 7:00 p.m.
EXTENDED BREAK (Dinner on Your Own)
7:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Evening Sessions (A & B)
Day 3: Wednesday, February 25
7:00 – 8:00 a.m.
Complimentary Breakfast (Embassy Suites Guests)
8:00 – 10:00 a.m.
Main Tracks (Continued)
 
10:00 – 10:15 a.m.
Refreshment Break
 
10:15 – 12:15 p.m.
Main Tracks (Continued)
 
12:15 – 12:45 p.m.
Luncheon Begins
 
12:45 – 1:45 p.m.
Luncheon Plenary
 
2:00 – 3:15 p.m.
Mini-Track (Session II)
3:15 – 3:30 p.m.
Scheduled Break
3:30 – 5:30 p.m.
Mini-Track (Session II, Continued)
5:30 – 7:00 p.m.
EXTENDED BREAK (Dinner on Your Own)
7:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Evening Sessions (C, D, & E)
Day 4: Thursday, February 26
7:00 – 8:00 a.m.
Complimentary Breakfast (Embassy Suites Guests)
8:00 – 10:00 a.m.
Main Tracks (Continued)
 
10:00 – 10:15 a.m.
Refreshment Break
 
10:15 – 12:15 p.m.
Main Tracks (Continued)
 
12:15 – 12:45 p.m.
Luncheon Begins
 
12:45 – 1:45 p.m.
Luncheon Plenary
 
2:00 – 3:15 p.m.
Main Tracks (Continued)
3:15 – 3:30 p.m.
Scheduled Break
3:30 – 5:00 p.m.
Closing Plenary & Remarks
 

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Attend the entire school for only $599!

FLEX OPTION Choose your own adventure and attend up to 8 hours for only $200! You can attend an entire day of Plenaries, Mini Track and and Evening Session or you can attend just the Mini Tracks on Tuesday and Wednesday. This choice is yours. (This option excludes Main Tracks.)


Registration cancelations MUST be made by January 20th to avoid additional fees.

In-Person Full Winter School Option (FSO)

TUES-THURS: (1) Main Track + (2) Mini-Tracks + (5) Plenaries + (2) Evening Sessions
$599*
  • Up to 28.75 Credit Hours*
  • (1) Main Track (Tues.-Thurs.)**
  • (2) Mini-Tracks (Tues. & Wed.)***
  • (5) Plenaries (Tues.-Thurs.)
  • (2) Evening Sessions (Tues. & Wed.).
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Choose Your Own Winter School Adventure

Up to 8 Hours of Your Choice of Mini-Tracks + Plenaries + Evening Sessions
$200
  • Choose Up to 8 Credit Hours*
  • (2) Mini-Tracks (Tues. & Wed.)***
  • (5) Plenaries (Tues.-Thurs.)
  • (2) Evening Sessions (Tues. & Wed.).
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**/*** Main Tracks run concurrently during specific time slots during the entirety of the school. You MUST attend the entirety of your Main Track sessions in their respective series, in order to earn credit for attendance during the entirety of the respective track(s). The same is true for Mini-Tracks. You MUST attend the entirety of your Mini-Track sessions in their respective series, in order to earn credit for attendance.

= = = = = ADDITIONAL NOTES = = = = =

PLEASE NOTE: If you register and…

  • Do not cancel by Jan. 20th;
  • Do not attend the school; or
  • Your agency doesn’t notify us about your registration cancelation;

…you and/or your agency will be responsible for, and invoiced, for the full amount of the registration.


* * * THERE IS NO PARTIAL CREDIT * * *  You MUST attend sessions in their entirety. Certificates will be emailed AFTER Mid-March.

Problems or questions with registration? Contact us by phone at 252.714.0735, or by email at ExecutiveDirector@ncfads.org.

Contact Us

North Carolina Foundation for Alcohol and Drug Studies (NCFADS)

PO Box 4113  |  Greenville, NC 27836  |  252.714.0735

    Venue

    Embassy Suites
    204 Centreport Drive | Greensboro, NC 27409

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    REMINDER: There are NO VIRTUAL SESSIONS for this school.