About the Summer School

June 1 - 5, 2026

2026 New England Summer Programs Theme:

Connection.Community.Expertise

The New England School of Addiction and Prevention Studies, commonly called Summer School, is an intensive 5-day learning event to further knowledge, skills, and experience in the field of substance use disorder services. For over 55 years, participants from many disciplines have come together to form a unique, diverse learning community.

This year's program theme recognizes the addiction, prevention and recovery field's expertise and connections as we work together toward strong, resilient communities.

Feedback from last year's participants:

This year will be a virtual-only format. Program highlights include:

• Select from many intensive courses from across the continuum of treatment, prevention, and recovery.
• Virtual courses will take place live by videoconference, allowing for course group work and interaction.
• In addition to courses: plenary sessions, community, and more!
• Options are available to attend the full program, or any number of days.
• Earn 26 Contact Hours during the week.

Courses are designed for the extensive demands of today's professionals and organizations:

• Courses needed for certification, licensing, and re-credentialing;
• Evidence-based practices;
• Behavioral healthcare and primary care integration;
• Recovery oriented care across the continuum;
• Addressing the opioid crisis, stimulants, and other current drug trends;
• And many other current and emerging topics!

Click here to view the 2026 Summer School agenda and courses!

New England summer programs have been developed to respond to specific needs in our regional workforce. Participants may attend offerings specifically for treatment, prevention, or recovery support, or select courses of interest to all.

The Summer School provides wonderful combined learning opportunities for participants working in different areas of the behavioral health services continuum and is appropriate for all who recognize the impact of alcohol, tobacco and other drugs on individuals, families, and communities. We hope to see you virtually at this year’s Summer School!

Partial New England State Scholarships are available from most New England states.

Complete course information, registration, and scholarship information  is available on this website now!

Please contact us with any questions at neias@neias.org or 207-621-2549.
 

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