Problem Gambling Workforce Development

Competencies and Certification

Core Competencies for Problem Gambling Providers

OHA PGS using a modified Delphi study conducted a project to determine the core competencies for problem gambling prevention and treatment providers. These core competencies will guide workforce development and programming efforts within the Oregon PGS system.

Core Competencies for Problem Gambling Treatment Providers
Problem Gambling Counselor Competency Evaluation Tool (paper version)
Problem Gambling Counselor Competency Evaluation Tool (online link- password protected. Request password from pgs.support@dhsoha.state.or.us)
Problem Gambling Prevention Core Competencies Guide

Becoming a Certified Gambling Counselor

Oregon Administrative Rule 309-018-0125 (7) lists the specific qualifications and competencies required for staff of problem gambling treatment programs.

Oregon has two certification levels:

Certified Gambling Addiction Counselor - I (CGAC-I)
Certified Gambling Addiction Counselor - II (CGAG-II)

Visit the Mental Health & Addiction Certification Board of Oregon website to learn about these levels and how to apply for certification.

Certification Consultation Program Guide

Certification Consultant Program Group Schedule

Gambling Counselor Pre-Certification I and II course fulfills the 60 hours of education required for CGAC certification.

Visit the International Gambling Counselor Certification Board website to learn about the voluntary international standards and certifications gambling counselors can also pursue as part of their professional development.

Trainings

OHA's Annual Training Calendar and Training Materials

OHA offers year-round calls and webinars to provide continuing education about problem gambling in Oregon.

View the calendar

December 7, 2021: The Dynamic of Being Leary: A culturally responsive approach to trauma informed care prevention, engagement and services for African Americans (power point presentation) and recording)

PGS All Provider Meeting: March 10, 2022 power point presentation and recording.

PG Treatment System Transformation Listening Session- January 2022 presentation

Training Requirements for Problem Gambling Prevention

To complete the Problem Gambling Prevention New Coordinator Training Series, coordinators must provide documentation that they have completed the following trainings offered or approved by OHA.

Trainings on Workday Learning:

PowerPoint presentation:

Problem Gambling Prevention Supervisor Training

Training for Treatment Providers

OHA PGS has many online trainings available to treatment providers.

Program Development, Screening and Clinical trainings:

Interested in Joining Oregon's Problem Gambling Workforce?

View testimonials from Oregon treatment providers about what brought them to the field, and its challenges and rewards.

Getting Started

Learn how Brandi, John, Halle and Nate discovered the field, what intrigued them, the challenges they face, and their words of encouragement for those considering joining the field.

Set One A (2 minutes)
Set One B (3 minutes)
Set One C (3 minutes)
Set One D (2 minutes, 30 seconds)

Moving Forward

Learn from Den, Amber, Roy and Sergio about what keeps them in the field, what they find most rewarding, the differences they experience helping people with problem gambling, and their hopes for the future.

Set Two A (3 minutes, 52 seconds)
Set Two B (2 minutes, 33 seconds)
Set Two C (2 minutes, 33 seconds)
Set Two D (3 minutes, 41 seconds)

Need Help?

If you are interested in certification or training that supports your professional growth but need some help, consider applying for assistance using the forms below.

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Certification or Recertification Subsidy Form
Professional Development Scholarship Application
Training Subsidy Request Form