Welcome to the Nevada Opioid Center of Excellence

The Nevada Opioid Center of Excellence (NOCE) is dedicated to developing and sharing evidence-informed training and offering technical assistance to professionals and community members alike. Whether you are a care provider or a concerned community member, NOCE provides resources to support those affected by opioid use.

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Request Technical Assistance (TA) from the Nevada Opioid Center of Excellence

Technical Assistance (TA) is about giving people, organizations, and programs the help they need to grow, improve, and reach their goals. This can include things like:

  • Expert advice
  • Training
  • Helpful tools or resources
  • Planning strategies

Who Can Request TA?

Anyone in Nevada— The Nevada Opioid Center of Excellence (NOCE) offers free education for everyone in our community working to address opioid use, misuse, and overdose – whether you’re a concerned family member, healthcare provider, educator, or community member who wants to make a difference.    

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Submit Request

Fill out the
request form on
our website

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Initial Contact

We'll reach out to
schedule a virtual
meeting.

3
Develop Plan

We'll create a plan that
works for you.
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Receive Support

Access consulting,
training, and
resources.

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Check-In

We'll follow up to
ensure your
support.

Request Technical Assistance (TA) from the Nevada Opioid Center of Excellence

Technical Assistance (TA) is about giving people, organizations, and programs the help they need to grow, improve, and reach their goals. This can include things like:

  • Expert advice
  • Training
  • Helpful tools or resources
  • Planning strategies

Who Can Request TA?

Anyone in Nevada— The Nevada Opioid Center of Excellence (NOCE) offers free education for everyone in our community working to address opioid use, misuse, and overdose – whether you’re a concerned family member, healthcare provider, educator, or community member who wants to make a difference.    

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What You Need to Know About SPICE and K2: Understanding Synthetic Cannabinoids in Today’s Drug Landscape

Synthetic cannabinoids like SPICE and K2 continue to appear in emergency departments and behavioral health conversations across Nevada. This special collaborative post from CASAT OnDemand and the Nevada Opioid Center of Excellence (NOCE) provides an overview of what these substances are, how they differ from opioids and cannabis, and why they present ongoing risks. It’s also intended to help parents, caregivers, and community members better understand the dangers of these substances and how to respond in an emergency.

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