If you have a court order for substance abuse education or you are completing a first offense or lower level referral, our 3 hour online interactive course covers the physical, emotional, and social impacts of substance use along with practical tools for prevention and behavior change. The class is approved by Arkansas courts and probation. You complete it on your own schedule, and you receive completion documentation immediately upon finishing. The cost is $97. The class is suitable for adults age 18 and older.
Arkansas Counseling and Wellness Services offers a court-approved 3-hour online Substance Abuse Education class for first-time offenders and lower-tier court referrals across Arkansas. The course is delivered as three 1-hour self-paced modules, with a completion certificate issued for the court. Starting at $97, prepay required. Verify your specific court's acceptance by calling 501-464-2926.
Who is this class for?
Adults referred by an Arkansas court, attorney, probation officer, school, or employer who need a brief substance use education course. Common referral types include first-offense possession, MIP, or low-level diversion programs. If your court ordered a "9-hour group," see Substance Abuse Group (9-hour in-person) instead.
What does the course cover?
How alcohol and other substances affect the brain and body.
The biology of dependence, tolerance, and withdrawal.
Warning signs of substance use disorder.
Triggers, cravings, and refusal skills.
Resources for follow-up assessment if needed.
How does it work?
Register and pay online or by phone.
Receive your secure access link, complete three 1-hour modules at your pace.
We email your completion certificate within one business day for delivery to your court.
Starting at
$97
Prepay required. Verify your specific scenario by calling 501-464-2926.
Substance Abuse Education FAQ
Most Arkansas courts accept our online substance abuse education for first-offense and lower-tier referrals. Confirm with your specific court or attorney before enrolling. Call 501-464-2926 if you need help understanding which course your sentence requires.
You receive 30 days of access. The course is self-paced; finish in one sitting or across multiple sessions.
Within one business day of finishing the third module, we email your certificate as a PDF. We can also mail or deliver to your attorney or probation officer on request.
The 3-hour online class is brief, self-paced education. The 9-hour group is in-person counseling with peer interaction, used for second-offense or higher-tier referrals. Your court order specifies which you need.
Free 15-minute consultation.
No obligation. Talk through what you need and whether we are the right fit.
Published: 2025-09-15 ·
Last updated: 2026-04-29 ·
Last clinically reviewed: 2026-04-29 by Dr. Kristy Burton, PhD, LPC-S, LADAC, AADC, MAC, CS, SAP, NCC
Related Questions
Will the court accept this online class?
Yes. The 3 hour substance abuse education class is approved by Arkansas courts and probation officers. Completion documentation is accepted as proof of completion for most first offense or lower level referrals.
How long do I have to complete the class?
Most participants complete in a single sitting or split across two sessions. There is no hard deadline within the platform, but court orders typically specify a completion deadline. Plan to finish well before your court or probation deadline.
Is this the same as the 9 hour substance abuse group?
No. The 3 hour class is online and self paced for first offense or lower level referrals. The 9 hour group is in person, group based, and required for second offense or higher level referrals. Your court order specifies which level you need.
Will I receive completion documentation immediately?
Yes. Completion documentation is generated immediately when you finish the class. You can download and print directly from the platform; a copy is also emailed to you.
How do I know which class I need?
Bring your court order or referral paperwork to a phone call with our scheduling team. They can confirm whether the 3 hour class or the 9 hour group is required.
If you or someone you know is in crisis
988 — Suicide and Crisis Lifeline · call or text · 24/7 free
Text HOME to 741741 — Crisis Text Line · 24/7 free
988 then press 1 — Veterans Crisis Line
877-565-8860 — Trans Lifeline
1-800-662-4357 — SAMHSA National Helpline · substance use · 24/7 free
Sources retrieved April 2026. External resources reviewed for relevance to the topics on this page; Arkansas Counseling and Wellness Services is independent of the listed organizations except where directly noted.
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