Demystifying Data: Gathering and Using Local Risk and Protective Factor Data for Prevention – PART I
This is the first course in a two-part course series. Participants will learn about the importance of gathering data for assessment and evaluation and you will learn about the types of data to gather. Key risk and protective factors associated with substance use and mental health are discussed. The course explores existing sources of data, assessment of data gaps, and options for collecting primary data at the local level.
At the conclusion of this course, participants will have learned about:
- Key risk and protective factors to assess at the individual, family, peer, school, and community levels;
- Sources of existing data on risk and protective factors;
- Strategies for developing a data collection plan in order to address data gaps at the local level.
This course was developed by the Pacific Southwest Prevention Technology Transfer Center.
1 Hour Certificate Available
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GPRA Enabled
- Teacher: Kayla Rossi
During this second course in the two-part online course series, you will learn about data quality and quantity – having enough data, and having the right data. Processes for prioritizing risk and protective factors to determine which to address with prevention efforts are explored, and examples are shared. This course will conclude with recommendations for ongoing monitoring to inform evaluation efforts.
At the conclusion of this course, participants will have learned about:
- Tips for assessing the quality and quantity of the data they’ve gathered to determine readiness for prioritization and planning;
- Prioritization processes, including how to format your data; prioritization dimensions to consider, and tips for making the process interactive and engaging, and
- The importance of ongoing data gathering and collection in order to evaluate local prevention efforts.
This course was developed by the Pacific Southwest Prevention Technology Transfer Center.
1 Hour Certificate Available
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GPRA Enabled
- Teacher: Kayla Rossi
This course, developed by the Southeast PTTC, provides an overview of how policy change can be an effective strategy for prevention professionals to address community-level problems with alcohol, tobacco, and other drugs. The goal of the course is to dispel some of the concerns around policy and help community coalitions and partners see that it is feasible, do-able and most importantly, impactful.
Developed by the Southeast Prevention Technology Transfer Center at Wake Forest School of Medicine.
1.0 Hour Continuing Education Available
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GPRA Enabled
- Teacher: Kristin Kidd
- Teacher: Richard Van Horn
We are currently living in unprecedented and difficult times. Prevention specialists, in addition to experiencing the current global pandemic, also listen to painful and distressing experiences which can lead to compassion fatigue and burnout. This presentation will help us to learn more about possible signs of burnout, how to implement self-care practices to your daily life, and receive available resources to combat the effects of work-related stress.
Developed by the Mountain Plains Prevention Technology Transfer Center.
1.0 Hour Continuing Education Available
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Cannabis laws and policies are rapidly changing in states. Various decriminalization, medical marijuana, and adult-use marijuana policies are being debated and moving through state legislatures and ballot boxes. Amid all of this change, where does prevention fit in? This course shows participants how these policies can evolve, the implications for public health and safety, and how and where prevention fits in. Participants will learn from a presenter with hands-on experience both in prevention and shaping marijuana policies. Additionally, participants will learn about the marijuana prevention training and technical assistance services from the New England PTTC.
Developed by the New England Prevention Technology Transfer Center.
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In this 1-hour webinar, Carlos Morales will discuss Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the importance of providing accessible educational materials to the prevention work force. By the end of this presentation, participants will be able to: Define Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; Identify audiences impacted by Section 508; Define accessibility of information; and, Identify ways to increase Section 508 compliance within own work.
Developed by the Prevention Technology Transfer Center (PTTC) Network's Culturally and Linguistically Appropriate Practices Workgroup which is working on efforts to decrease health disparities across the country.
1.0 Hour Certificate of Completion Available
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Dr. Karen Simone, Director of the Northern New England Poison Center, will provide an overview of factual information about today’s marijuana products. They are stronger, often times contain no or less CBD in relationship to THC, and are vastly available in edible and other forms. Information is plentiful, while facts are difficult to extract with confidence. People using marijuana are confused regarding the safety of driving. CBD is promoted as a cure for everything and anything. Learn what is known and unknown.
This webinar was presented on September 19, 2019 by the New England Prevention Technology Transfer Center (PTTC).
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In this one-hour self-paced course, participants will:
- Review milestones in this history of prevention certification in Maine
- Review background that led to the development of the SAPST course
- Understand the structure and content of a University course focusing on the SAPST
- Learn about example content of the SAPST course, and
- Examine implementation and logistical methods and challenges of the SAPST course
1.0 Hour Certificate of Completion Available
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Hey, the 90s called … they want their slide deck AND presentation back! Coalitions use presentations as a primary strategy to disseminate information, build skills, ignite calls to action and influence change. However most of us never receive any formal training in presentation design – despite all we expect them to do for us. Consequently, our presentations are as dated as dial-up Internet. In this session, you’ll learn a framework based in brain science to develop and deliver exceptional presentations – every time – using the tools and resources you already have. Get ready to transform your audience with modern and powerful presentations.
1.5 Hour Certificate of Completion Available
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Those working with young children
have long known the importance of early experiences and relationships in
healthy child development. Newer terms such
as toxic stress and ACES are used when describing these not-so-new ideas,
and are particularly important when working with families impacted by substance
abuse. During this online training, learners will expand their
current knowledge about early development to include up-to-date science that is
accessible and useful in daily real-life interactions. Using a case-based
approach, participants will apply new knowledge to familiar scenarios to
enhance their engagement with high-risk young children and families.
Certificate of Completion Available
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