Our Programs

CalPG offers a wide range of programs to support individuals, families, and professionals across California, including the 24/7 1-800-GAMBLER Helpline, online continuing education courses, counselor certification, and responsible gaming training and consultation. Through community outreach, a speakers bureau, no-cost trainings, and membership opportunities, CalPG works to increase awareness, expand access to treatment, and promote responsible gaming practices statewide.

% of Problem Gamblers in CA
Problem Gamblers in CA
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Affected by Problem Gamblers in CA

Helpline

The 1-800-GAMBLER Helpline is staffed by masters-level or above counselors 24/7/365.

The 1-800-GAMBLER was the first professionally staffed crisis helpline for problem gambling in California, and was established in June of 1998. Today, it is the largest state-based helpline in the country, receiving upwards of 30,000 calls per year and referring more than 3,000 people directly into treatment.

The helpline remains operated by the California Council on Problem Gambling, and is currently funded by the California Office of Problem Gambling.

You can access our Helpline Interactive Data Dashboard to parse through the more than 50,000 records collected throughout the years utilizing a comprehensive suite of filters.

Online Classes

Earn problem-gambling related continuing education online through live webinars or at www.calpg.online.

CalPG Online Learning Center (calpg.online) offers problem gambling treatment and prevention education in a virtual classroom setting. Enrollees at calpg.online may ‘attend’ 1- to 2-hour long classes from anywhere, at any time, and will earn CEs (CAMFT or CCAPP) and/or credits towards the California Certified Gambling Counselor (CCGC) credential for each class they attend.

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Counselor Certification

Earn your California Certified Gambling Counselor (CalPG) credential to help Problem Gamblers and their loved ones.

Since 2000, CalPG has continued to teach and certify gambling counselors in California; however, with the demand for treatment of gamblers and their families increasing daily, there remains an ever-growing need for competent gambling counselors.

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Responsible Gaming Certification

Create a healthier atmosphere for guests and demonstrate a commitment to responsible gaming in the local community.

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Responsible Gaming Consultation

Build a responsible gaming program that meets or exceeds best standards, to benefit guests and team members.

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No-Cost Training Programs

Provide awareness and education training to industries whose employees are in a position to help problem gamblers and their loved ones.

CalPG was awarded this technical assistance contract from the State of California to provide training, outreach, and consultation to all gambling establishments (casinos, horse tracks, lottery, etc.) and law enforcement agencies with no direct cost to the client.

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Speakers Bureau

Schedule a professional speaker with varied degrees/backgrounds for conferences, events, meetings etc.

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Community Outreach

Promoting awareness at health, wellness, senior, high school, and other fairs throughout the state.

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Membership

CalPG is a membership-based nonprofit organization. By becoming a member, you help to support our programs!

Why become a member?
By becoming a CalPG member, you are helping us:

  • Educate the public about problem gambling
  • Directly help problem gamblers and their families by supporting the Council’s programs
  • We are consistently working on a limited operating budget to support each of our much needed programs.


We are very appreciative of each of our supporters and try to find every opportunity to afford them the recognition they deserve. Without their support those persons and families in California who are affected by problem gambling would not have these vital resources provided to them.

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As a non-profit organization funded by voluntary contributions, we sincerely thank you for your support!

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