Changing Turn DUI/DWI Alcohol Education Program

Welcome to our DUI/ DWI Alcohol Education Program. This program is an instructional program that is intended for those who have been referred for rehabilitation due to either driving under the influence of alcohol or driving while intoxicated. Our program has two different levels. Our Level .5 Program is for those who need our 6-week curriculum. Our Level 1 Program is for those who need our 26-week curriculum. Both programs are education-based programs only. The difference is the severity and length of the programs based on the referral of the individual.

The level in which you will be placed is determined by an assessment. An assessment is performed by a licensed or certified clinical staff member. During an assessment, you may be asked to perform an urine analysis or breathalyzer analysis. After the assessment, you may be referred to either our AEP level or Level 1 treatment. If needed, you may be referred to a higher level of treatment, which includes Intensive Outpatient Program or our Partial Hospitalization Program.

Referrals

You must be referred to our program by a

  • District Court Judge
  • Administrative Law Judge in the Office of Administrative Hearings (OAH)
  • MVA due to a revoked license after an alcohol-related incident.

Program Levels

1. .5 Alcohol Education Program 6 Weeks

  • 2 Hour sessions per week for 6 weeks (12 hours)
  • Must be referred
  • Assessment will determine placement, which can take up to 90 minutes
  • Can not have previous DUI/ DWI’s or substance abuse history
  • Group setting

2. Level 1 Treatment 26 Weeks

  • 2 Hour sessions per week for 26 weeks
  • Must be referred
  • Assessment will determine placement, which can take up to 120 minutes
  • Incorporates the 12-hour curriculum
  • Multiple offenses of alcohol / drug abuse or dependency
  • Random breathalyzers and / or random urinalysis tests are mandatory
  • Can incorporate higher levels of treatments including IOP or PHP along with peer services

6 week (12 hour)

  • Is not covered by insurance
  • Fees must be paid before assessment
  • Is an education program only
  • Once completed, you will receive a Completion Letter / Certificate

26 week (6 months)

  • May be covered by insurance
  • If not covered, out of pocket fees
  • Is a level of treatment
  • Random Urine / Breathalyzer Test
  • Once completed, you will receive a Completion Letter / Certificate