Adolescents and young adults experience many challenges as they move through the rocky road of teen related developmental milestones. Too often the experimentation associated with their new found liberties cause this population to engage in very risky behaviors - with little awareness or knowledge of the short and long term negative effects of these substances on the body and brain. This three hour training will address the current trends in adolescent substance use. We will discuss nicotine use: cigarettes and…

This training will explore the attitudes and views on suicide and interventions. Access to lethal means can determine whether a person who is suicidal lives or dies. This course will assist providers in developing effective safety plans for clients at risk of suicide. 3 CEUs are available. Register here.

Training provides an overview of client engagement styles as well as resistance to change. The 'Stages of Changes' are explored and defined with behavioral examples. Use of the Evidence Based Practice of Motivational Interviewing is outlined as an approach to change management. The attendees will have an opportunity to practice 'Change Talk' with several scenarios. Discussion of application to community based care and outpatient settings will be conducted in the wrap- up. 2 CEUs are available. Register here.