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SUMMARY:Substance Use Screening\, Prevention\, and Intervention (SPI): Foundational Training for Adolescent Service Providers
DESCRIPTION:This 90-minute virtual webinar introduces adolescent service providers to essential concepts and practical tools for addressing unhealthy alcohol\, opioid\, and drug use among youth. Designed for professionals in school-based health centers and youth-serving organizations\, the session blends foundational knowledge with real-world applications. Participants will explore the spectrum of substance use in adolescents\, age-appropriate screening tools\, and evidence-based prevention and intervention strategies. The webinar also addresses stigma\, developmental considerations\, and opportunities to support youth through early identification and responsive care. \nBy the end of this webinar\, participants will be able to: \n\nDefine and distinguish between types of unhealthy alcohol and drug use in adolescents (e.g. risky use\, substance use disorder)\nDescribe the prevalence and consequences of substance use among youth in their specific service setting\nRecognize the impact of stigma on adolescents and identify strategies to reduce stigma in youth-centered environments\nSummarize a range of prevention and intervention approaches tailored to adolescent populations\, including motivational strategies and referral pathways\n\nPresented 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. \nContinuing Education Units: 1.5 CEU \nThis training is approved for continuing education by the boards listed here. \n  \nFunding for this activity was made possible in whole or in part by the Nevada Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Director’s Office through the Fund for a Resilient Nevada\, established in Nevada Revised Statutes 433.712 through 433.744. The opinions\, findings\, conclusions\, and recommendations expressed in our courses are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of the Nevada Opioid Center of Excellence or its funders. \n 
URL:https://nvopioidcoe.org/event/substance-use-screening-prevention-and-intervention-spi-foundational-training-for-adolescent-service-providers/
LOCATION:Zoom Webinar
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SUMMARY:Empowered Pathways: Addressing Opioid Use Across the Lifespan in Nevada — Session 3: Justice and Advocacy Protecting Families in Crisis
DESCRIPTION:This comprehensive 4-part webinar series is designed to strengthen Nevada’s approach to opioid and other substance use disorders\, with special emphasis on maternal health and family systems. The series provides participants with data\, tools\, and real-world perspectives to improve prevention\, treatment\, and recovery supports across the lifespan. \nSeries Schedule  (Wednesdays from 12–2 pm PT): \n\nNovember 5\, 2025 – Breaking the Silence Substance Use & Health Across the Lifespan\nDecember 3\, 2025 – Compassionate Care Models Treating Families\, Not Just Symptoms\nDecember 10\, 2025 – Justice and Advocacy Protecting Families in Crisis\nDecember 17\, 2025 – Healing Systems Building Intergenerational Recovery Ecosystems\n\nParticipation in the full series is not required for continuing education. However\, the sessions are designed to be cohesive as a series\, and we encourage full participation for the best learning outcomes. During registration\, you will be able to select which sessions you wish to attend.  \nPresented by: Eboni January\, MD\, FACOG \nDr. Eboni January (Dr. EJ) is a board-certified OB/GYN\, health equity advocate\, and business visionary—who believes that real change happens when we combine expertise with intentional action. Dr. Eboni January’s mission is to improve maternal health outcomes by blending medical expertise with cultural awareness\, advocacy\, and education. Her vision is to ensure that every mother—regardless of background or circumstance—has the knowledge\, confidence\, and community she deserves to experience a healthy\, informed\, and empowered motherhood journey. \nContinuing Education Units: 8 CEUs (2 CEUs per session) \nThis training is approved for continuing education by the boards listed here. \n______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ \nSession 3 – December 10 2025 – Justice and Advocacy Protecting Families in Crisis \nLearning Objectives:\nBy the end of this session\, participants will: \n\nUnderstand legal frameworks affecting families impacted by opioid use\, including child welfare\, family court\, and reentry systems.\nExplore equity-centered diversion programs and community-based alternatives to incarceration.\nRecognize how advocacy and policy can shape more equitable outcomes for families in crisis.\n\n______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ \nFunding for this activity was made possible in whole or in part by the Nevada Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Director’s Office through the Fund for a Resilient Nevada\, established in Nevada Revised Statutes 433.712 through 433.744. The opinions\, findings\, conclusions\, and recommendations expressed in our courses are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of the Nevada Opioid Center of Excellence or its funders.
URL:https://nvopioidcoe.org/event/empowered-pathways-addressing-opioid-use-across-the-lifespan-in-nevada-2/
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