Introduction to Screening, Prevention, and Intervention for Alcohol and Drug Use: Foundational Knowledge for Community Health Workers
Course Description
This 90-minute virtual webinar introduces participants to core concepts and practical tools for addressing unhealthy alcohol and drug use in their service settings. Designed for Community Health Workers and other professionals in primary care and other health and mental health settings, the session will blend foundational knowledge with real-world applications. Participants will explore the spectrum of substance use, setting specific screening tools, and evidence-based prevention and intervention strategies. The webinar also addresses stigma, systemic gaps, and opportunities for improving care.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this webinar, participants will be able to:
- Define and distinguish between types of unhealthy alcohol and drug use (e.g., risky use, substance use disorder)
- Describe prevalence and consequences of substance use in their specific service setting
- Recognize the impact of substance use stigma and describe strategies for reducing stigma in clinical and community settings
- Summarize a variety of prevention and intervention techniques and resources
Presented by: Jennifer Hettema, PhD is a clinical psychologist and has conducted research on the development, evaluation, and dissemination of brief behavioral health interventions in medical and other settings with an emphasis on promoting health equity. She is a member of the Motivational Interviewing Network of Trainers and much of her research integrated this approach. Dr. Hettema develops curriculum and teaches medical students, residents, faculty, and other health professions.