The Great Lakes A/MH/PTTC is offering this training for individuals working in HHS Region 5: IL, IN, MI, MN, OH, WI. This training is being provided in response to a need identified by Region 5 stakeholders.

Training Dates: September 29, October 6, 13, 20, 27 and November 3, 2022

DESCRIPTION:

This 6-hour stimulant training developed by multiple ATTCs, will provide an overview of the impact of stimulant drugs, and current treatment options. The training will include content regarding the impact of stimulants on the brain and body, and a range of data regarding national and regional trends related to stimulant use. It will also include information about stimulant use among specific populations.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

• Understand national and regional trends in stimulant use
• Understand the impact of stimulants use on the brain and body
• Understand current best practices in treatment for stimulant use disorders
• Understand stimulant use in specific communities and populations (e.g., rural communities, communities of color, youth/adolescent age groups, etc.)

CONTINUING EDUCATION:

Registrants who fully attend this training will receive 6 NAADAC continuing education (CE) hours. CE certificates will be sent via email within two weeks after training. 

TRAINER:

Mat Roosa was a founding member of NIATx and has been a NIATx coach for a wide range of projects. He works as a consultant in the areas of quality improvement, organizational development, and planning, evidence-based practice implementation, including coaching and training Contingency Management implementation. His experience includes direct clinical practice in mental health and substance use services, teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels, and human service agency administration.