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Professional boundaries set the parameters of effective and appropriate interaction between professionals and the people they serve. Boundaries protect clients and patients as well as providers. This interactive course will discuss professionalism and ethics, dual relationships, and how to build a safe working environment. Trainer: Paul Warren, LMSW Credits: This training meets the requirements for two renewal hours (CASAC, CPP, CPS) and two initial hours (CPP, CPS) through New York State’s Office of Addiction Services and Supports (NYS OASAS). As an IC & RC member board, OASAS accredited courses are granted reciprocal approval by the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs, Alcohol and Drug Counselor Committee. Many other states offer reciprocity - please check with your accrediting agency.   Participants are required to attend the training in its entirety, turn on their video cameras, and actively participate to receive credit. NOTE: As of January 1, 2018, CASACs are required to complete a continuing, 6-hour requirement for OASAS approved ethics training. This training meets 2 of the 6 hours required for CASAC renewal.

The registration link for this training will be provided to participants who complete the prerequisite course Motivational Interviewing Level 1 (Relational Skills).   Motivational interviewing is an evidence-based practice used to help people overcome their ambivalence about change. In this interactive, skills-based workshop, participants will learn about and practice the spirit of MI and both the relational and technical skills.   LEARNING OBJECTIVES Define and summarize the processes of focusing and evoking Identify different strategies for focusing and prepare to apply them to client interactions Define and recognize change talk, sustain talk, and discordance Differentiate between client cues of readiness, ambivalence, and discordance Construct effective responses to different client cues Design a plan for advancing individual MI skills Prerequisite: Motivational Interviewing Level 1 (Relational Skills)     Training Dates: November 1, 2023 from 8:30AM-11:30AM CT November 8, 2023 from 8:30AM-11:30AM CT November 15, 2023 from 8:30AM-11:30AM CT     CONTINUING EDUCATION: Registrants who fully attend this training will be eligible to receive 9 NAADAC certified continuing education (CE) hours. CE certificates are sent via email within two weeks after the conclusion of the training.      TRAINER Sue EckMaahs Sue EckMaahs has practiced and trained Motivational Interviewing (MI) for over 30 years.  With a background in Sociology, she has provided MI implementation, training, and coaching services to thousands of professionals and over two hundred organizations, nationally & internationally.  Her audience spans mental health, substance abuse, public health & primary care, education, child protection/family reunification, workforce development, and re-entry/corrections.  On a personal note, she loves hiking with her partner Steve & dog, Cassie!       To ensure all participants get the most out of these interactive virtual trainings, we ask that everyone be prepared to do the following in every session:     The Great Lakes ATTC and MHTTC offer Motivational Interviewing and SBIRT training for behavioral health professionals in HHS Region 5: IL, IN, MI, MN, OH, and WI.

Professional boundaries set the parameters of effective and appropriate interaction between professionals and the people they serve. Boundaries protect clients and patients as well as providers. This interactive course will discuss professionalism and ethics, dual relationships, and how to build a safe working environment. Trainer: Paul Warren, LMSW Credits: This training meets the requirements for two renewal hours (CASAC, CPP, CPS) and two initial hours (CPP, CPS) through New York State’s Office of Addiction Services and Supports (NYS OASAS). As an IC & RC member board, OASAS accredited courses are granted reciprocal approval by the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs, Alcohol and Drug Counselor Committee. Many other states offer reciprocity - please check with your accrediting agency.   Participants are required to attend the training in its entirety, turn on their video cameras, and actively participate to receive credit. NOTE: As of January 1, 2018, CASACs are required to complete a continuing, 6-hour requirement for OASAS approved ethics training. This training meets 2 of the 6 hours required for CASAC renewal.

Clients who are challenged by substance use and are involved in the justice system face special challenges as it relates to Harm Reduction. While there has been some significant headway in the acceptance of harm reduction, some mandated entities such as the courts, probation, and parole continue to struggle with harm reduction practice with justice involved clients. This workshop will provide individuals who work with the population the opportunity to learn how to engage mandating entities as a collaborative partner in care. Trainer: Dr. Delores Blackwell, LCSW Credits: This training meets the requirements for two renewal hours (CASAC, CPP, CPS) and two initial hours (CPP, CPS) through New York State’s Office of Addiction Services and Supports (NYS OASAS). As an IC & RC member board, OASAS accredited courses are granted reciprocal approval by the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs, Alcohol and Drug Counselor Committee. Many other states offer reciprocity - please check with your accrediting agency.   Participants are required to attend the training in its entirety, turn on their video cameras, and actively participate to receive credit.

  The 4th Edition of the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) will be out Fall 2023. Treatment providers and program evaluators use patient placement criteria to ensure that clients receive the appropriate level of care based on person-centered needs. This brief 1-hour overview webinar will highlight some of the upcoming changes in the 4th Edition. The content will explore the updated ASAM 6-dimensions and the revised and updated Continuum of Care. Additional training will be announced once the manual is officially released, reviewed, and articulated for treatment providers.    

Join Mid-America ATTC for the FREE 2-part series, Substance Use Disorder and the LGBTQ+ Community: Assessing the Impact of Compounded Stigma and Treatment Considerations on October 30 and November 6 from 1 pm - 2:30 (CST).  Substance use is a complex issue that affects individuals from all walks of life, including the LGBTQ+ community. Members of this community face unique challenges when seeking help for addiction. Stigma, shame, and a lack of family support can all make it difficult for individuals to access the resources they need to overcome substance use disorders. Additionally, growing anti-LBGTQ+ legislation can further exacerbate these issues, creating a hostile environment for individuals struggling with addiction.   Objectives: Educate Substance Use Disorder (SUD)  providers on the unique challenges faced by LGBTQ+ individuals with SUD Increase awareness of the compounded stigma and discrimination the LGBTQ+ community may experience Learn to provide effective and culturally competent treatment to the LGBTQ+ population   Presenter Information: Darla Belflower has worked in substance use disorder and behavioral health for over three decades. She started a training and consultation business in 2022. She is a member of The Missouri Behavioral Health Council’s Culture, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (CEDI) Committee. She is also Vice Chair of the Kansas City Recovery Coalition and is active in the Kansas City Recovery Community. Being in long-term recovery from a substance use disorder inspired her to write her memoir, I Am Not Anonymous. She has also authored two booklets and is writing a workbook on Substance Use Disorder and Trauma that will be released in the spring of 2025.  Ms. Belflower is a Clinically Licensed Social Worker in both Missouri and Kansas, a Licensed Addiction Counselor in Kansas, a Certified Reciprocal Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor in Missouri, a Certified Peer Specialist, a Certified Tobacco Treatment Specialist, a Certified Harm Reduction Specialist, and a trainer and educator of Narcan distribution.  Darla and her wife live in Kansas City, Missouri, and enjoy spending time with their daughter. She is passionate about teaching and training so that others may learn how to help those most vulnerable individuals she has enjoyed working with. CEUs are pending. Please email Bree at [email protected] for any questions. 

LGBTQIA people are much more than their sexual orientation and gender identity. This interactive webinar combines the perspectives and practices of both Cultural Humility and Motivational Interviewing, inviting participants to consider how these approaches, used in tandem, can enhance engagement and retention of LGBTQIA people. Trainer: Paul Warren, LMSW Credits: This training meets the requirements for three renewal hours (CASAC, CPP, CPS) and three initial hours (CPP, CPS) through New York State’s Office of Addiction Services and Supports (NYS OASAS). As an IC & RC member board, OASAS accredited courses are granted reciprocal approval by the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs, Alcohol and Drug Counselor Committee. Many other states offer reciprocity - please check with your accrediting agency.   Participants are required to attend the training in its entirety, turn on their video cameras, and actively participate to receive credit.

DESCRIPTION This session explores the profound impact of social determinants of health on returning citizens and re-entry populations and their intersection with holistic treatment, care, and healthcare partnerships. By the end of the session, participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of applying CLAS Standards in behavioral healthcare environments specific to this population. They will also develop an awareness of the unique health challenges faced by re-entry populations and strategies to address them effectively, including trauma-informed care principles. Additionally, participants will learn to establish proactive partnerships with healthcare providers and build bridges of equity and inclusion within healthcare settings. This session equips attendees with the knowledge and skills needed to provide culturally sensitive and holistic care, fostering inclusivity and equity in healthcare for returning citizens and re-entry populations.   OBJECTIVES Become acquainted with the basics of CLAS Standards application in behavioral healthcare environments Increased awareness of returning citizens and social determinants of health impacting this vulnerable population Better understand the holistic health needs of clients who identify as returning citizens and re-entry populations Identify specific strategies to build proactive partnerships for wellness care; and Learn how to build bridges of equity and inclusion within a healthcare setting SPEAKERS Jacqueline Coleman, MEd, MSM, BA, CPC, is a certified professional coach with extensive experience as a senior program manager. Jacqueline has expertise in workforce development, organizational development and contract management. She is a cultivator and trainer of professionals in multiple sectors. Jacqueline provides strategic consultation on LEADERVATION (gender-tailored programs, equity and diversity initiatives, and systems change processes).       Ronald G. Murray, MPA, LSW, LCDC-III, is a  strategic and innovative community leader who translates passion, community needs and a business vision into initiatives that improve performance, profitability, growth, and community engagement. A community leader with over 20 years of training/education, advocacy, counseling, and social work experience with demonstrated growth path. Demonstrated success in program development, program management, and program evaluation. I have varied background in administration, case management development, program development, social work, homeless systems, HIV/AIDS treatment-services-prevention, mental health and alcohol and drug therapy.    *CONTACT HOUR ELIGIBILITY In order to be eligible for the 1.75 contact hours/certificate of attendance, you must join the live webinar in the Zoom platform. Certificates must be requested within one week of the event and will be processed within 30 days. If you are having issues accessing the room/application at the time of the event: Please email [email protected] at the start of the webinar so that we can assist you.

Difficult moments don’t have to grow into "incidents" that can threaten client engagement and retention. This workshop is designed to equip participants with basic concepts and preparatory actions that can be used to de-escalate a wide range of interactions. Trainer: Paul Warren, LMSW Credits: This training meets the requirements for three renewal hours (CASAC, CPP, CPS) and three initial hours (CPP, CPS) through New York State’s Office of Addiction Services and Supports (NYS OASAS). As an IC & RC member board, OASAS accredited courses are granted reciprocal approval by the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs, Alcohol and Drug Counselor Committee. Many other states offer reciprocity - please check with your accrediting agency.   Participants are required to attend the training in its entirety, turn on their video cameras, and actively participate to receive credit.

Today’s challenging and rapidly changing professional environment requires each person to perform at their best in order to achieve success and maintain staff engagement. In this two-day seminar, executives, managers, and leaders learn coaching competencies to:   Manage and lead without always “telling” Develop talent Increase accountability and results Strengthen engagement at all levels Practice a respectful, collaborative, trauma sensitive approach   Email Bree Sherry at [email protected] for any questions. 

Substance use disorder is a biopsychosocial disease that impacts women differently than men. There are varying treatment approaches for men and women that are vital for effective treatment. Stigma continues to be a barrier for women accessing treatment and treatment providers offering care. Historically, women in the United States have had less access to treatment, and they still do today. Furthermore, socioeconomic factors may significantly affect a woman's ability to achieve long-term sobriety.      This workshop will shed light on common emotional and physical differences experienced by women before, during, and after treatment as compared to their male counterparts. We will also discuss common treatment issues and considerations for clinicians, peers, law enforcement, family members, and more.     LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Describe women’s treatment history and current aspects of woman-centered treatment Identify common emotional and physical experiences of women with SUD Discuss the ways women with substance use disorder are stigmatized Identify trauma-informed care tactics to increase the quality of care and client access Learn seven evidence-based practices that can be used in women's treatment settings     CERTIFICATES: Participants who fully attend this webinar will receive a certificate of attendance via email within two weeks after the conclusion of the training.      TRAINER:   Ashley's experience and education lie in the nonprofit, for-profit, and government sectors. She has held various leadership positions in behavioral health and excels at project management, task execution, and her ability to improve organizations. Ashley is the Principal Consultant and Owner of Ashley Ryan Consulting LLC, a nonprofit-focused consulting firm supporting project management, compliance/accreditation, program evaluation, and other practice management needs. Ashley was previously the executive director at the Women’s Recovery Center (WRC) in Cleveland, Ohio. At WRC, she and the team increased revenue by 40% from 2018 to 2022 (from $700,000 to a $1.2 million budget). She led the organization to achieve the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) in 2021. Ashley works part-time for Catholic Charities Corporation in Cleveland at Matt Talbot residential facility. Ashley is a CDCA (Chemical Dependency Counseling Assistant in Ohio) and seeking her LCDC II (Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor II Licensure in Ohio) by the end of 2023. Ashley achieved her MPA from the University of North Carolina in August 2022. Ashley earned her Project Management Professional (PMP) credential in February 2023. Ashley is pursuing her Certified Change Management Professional (CCMP) in 2024. Ashley holds a bachelor's in actuarial science/mathematics from The Ohio State University.     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.

Research data indicate higher rates of trauma among justice-involved persons than the general population. The effects of traumatic experiences can challenge a person’s capacity for recovery and pose significant barriers to accessing services, often resulting in an increased risk of coming into contact with the criminal justice system. This interactive training instructs on what trauma is and how to avoid re-traumatizing individuals, increase safety for them and practitioners, potential to decrease recidivism, and promote and support recovery of justice-involved persons. Although this training is designed with community corrections, court personnel, and law enforcement in mind, behavioral health providers working with justice involved persons may also find it useful in understanding core issues of trauma and trauma-informed approaches. Trainer: Diana Padilla, MCPC, CARC, CASAC-T Credits: This training meets the requirements for four renewal hours (CASAC, CPP, CPS) and four initial hours (CPP, CPS) through New York State’s Office of Addiction Services and Supports (NYS OASAS). As an IC & RC member board, OASAS accredited courses are granted reciprocal approval by the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs, Alcohol and Drug Counselor Committee. Many other states offer reciprocity - please check with your accrediting agency.   Participants are required to attend the training in its entirety, turn on their video cameras, and actively participate to receive credit.

TRAINING SCHEDULE: Sessions will take place on October 24, 31, November 7, 14, 21 and 28, 2023 from 3:00 PM–4:00 PM CT / 4:00 PM–5:00 PM ET. NOTE: Participants must attend all sessions in this series to receive NAADAC continuing education hours.     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.     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 (e.g., rural communities & communities of color)   CONTINUING EDUCATION: Participants who fully attend this training series will receive a certificate for 6 NAADAC continuing education (CE) hours. NAADAC CE certificates will be emailed to eligible participants within two weeks after the conclusion of the training series.     TRAINER: Mat Roosa, LCSW-R 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. 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.   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.

Objectives: Explain addiction and the brain: fundamental aspects of Substance Use Disorders (SUD). Discuss basic information regarding the dynamics of substance use, including the neurological, psychological, medical, and social effects of substance abuse. Gain an understanding of substance use disorder (SUD) treatment and recovery practices and principles. Review the signs and symptoms of SUD and how the process of screening and assessment helps determine next steps and the required level of care.  

The uptake in the use of telehealth for SUD treatment and recovery services since the start of the Public Health Emergency (PHE) has been swift and has transformed how services are delivered. Many experts predict that SUD treatment and recovery services will use a hybrid service delivery method (some services in-person and some online). Join the online consultation session every third Friday of the month to discuss/share virtual service delivery tips and practices for practitioners and peers focusing on telehealth and digital recovery support services. The facilitator, Maryellen Evers, is a person with lived experience and a provider of clinical services via telehealth. Guest speakers and national experts focused on digital recovery support may also present during the sessions.   To join Virtual Recovery Services OtS use the Zoom login below on the scheduled time and day: Step 1: Join from PC, Mac, Linux, iOS or Android: https://zoom.us/j/99479731969 Step 2: Join by Telephone (ONLY if device doesn't have a microphone built in): Phone: +1 669 900 6833 (US Toll) or +1 408 638 0968 (US Toll) Meeting ID: 994 7973 1969

Need assistance applying and/or integrating the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) Criteria? Join On-the-Spot the 3rd Friday of each month at 10:00 a.m. MT / 11:00 a.m. CT for a one-hour session with an ASAM professional who will answer and discuss questions related to: program development; 6-dimensional assessment and treatment planning; and continued service, transfer and discharge management.  Participants will have the opportunity to share case studies and receive guidance on how to use ASAM to make informed decisions with the client across the continuum of care. OtS is an open forum guided by the participants at each session. We look forward to meeting you and providing guidance on using ASAM. No registration required, join anytime within the hour.   Join ASAM Integration and Application OtS anytime during the scheduled day/time using the Zoom login below: Step 1: Join from PC, Mac, Linux, iOS or Android: https://zoom.us/j/761231872 Step 2:  Join by Telephone (ONLY if device does not have a microphone built in) Dial: +1 669 900 6833 (US Toll) or +1 408 638 0968 (US Toll) Meeting ID: 761 231 872

The New England ATTC in partnership with RICARES is providing a basic/universal TA session titled “Mobile low-threshold buprenorphine integrated with infectious disease services” on 10/19/23 from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM. Mobile health units are an innovative approach to improving access to substance use treatment and recovery services, especially when these are integrated with other clinical programs. This study describes the experiences of one such program in Baltimore, The Spot. Researchers in this study tracked clients’ utilization of the mobile program and outcomes. Article link: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34238629/

TRAINING DATES: October 19, 2023 October 26, 2023 November 2, 2023     DESCRIPTION: Many of the people we interact with are actively experiencing high levels of distress. This may be due to health conditions, poverty, family challenges, or other life stressors. The Creating Calm training series focuses on attendees’ experiences and provides concrete tools for effectively engaging with clients in distress.     LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Participants will: Develop greater empathy and understanding related to distress Gain insight into their own reactions to distressed people Gain knowledge about the roots of particular kinds of distress Learn tools for responding to distress that will improve engagement Clarify risk and safety boundaries     CONTINUING EDUCATION: Registrants who fully attend this event or training will receive a certificate of attendance via email within two weeks after the event or training.     TRAINER: Mat Roosa, LCSW-R 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. 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.   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

Objectives: Define what Vicarious Trauma is. Differentiate what is vicarious trauma, secondary stress and compassion fatigue. Discuss self-care strategies.

The New England ATTC in partnership with AdCare Educational Institute of New England and the New England PTTC are hosting the 1st Annual Leadership Development Program Alumni Conference from October 18-19, 2023. This alumni event brings together all past participants of the Leadership Development Program and the Leadership Institute sponsored by the New England ATTC. The event's purpose is to share and elevate leadership best practices, provide peer-to-peer learning opportunities, and create collaboration through content and connection which will assist leaders in shaping the future of the substance use field. This alumni event will feature three distinct breakout sessions centered around leadership lessons acquired since participating in the Leadership Development Program: Individual Leadership Lessons, Innovative Leadership, and Change Leadership.  

Over the last two decades, the cannabis landscape in the U.S. has changed considerably. Legalization, product potency and commercialization have increased while perceived risk has declined. In this context, national increases in cannabis use and cannabis use disorder will be reviewed, including particular subgroups in which the increases have been disproportionately large, e.g., individuals with pain and with psychiatric disorders, including psychosis. Learning objectives: To be able to describe time trends in the prevalence of cannabis use and cannabis use disorder; To be able to describe the influence of state-level legalization of cannabis on rates of cannabis use and cannabis use disorder; To be able to describe sub-groups of the population at particular risk for increases in cannabis use and cannabis use disorder, and some potential explanations of these differences.   About the speaker: Dr. Hasin is Professor of Epidemiology at Columbia University. She directs the NIDA T32 Substance Abuse Epidemiology Training Program in the Department of Epidemiology in Mailman, and also directs the Substance Dependence Research Group at New York State Psychiatric Institute. Dr. Hasin conducts research on drug and alcohol use and substance use disorders in the general population and in specialized vulnerable groups. She has published over 500 papers. Her studies are funded by the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA), and other organizations. She currently leads three NIH-funded studies, as well as studies funded by other sources, and sponsors and mentors K and other awards of junior scientists. Dr. Hasin's current studies include the relationship of state cannabis laws to use of cannabis and other substances; time trends in drug and alcohol disorders in the U.S.; and the validity of DSM-5 definitions of substance and psychiatric disorders in national and clinical populations. Dr. Hasin has participated in World Health Organization studies, served on the National Advisory Council to NIAAA, and been a member of the American Psychiatric Association's DSM-5 Substance Use Disorders Workgroup. She is past president of the American Psychopathological Association and is currently President of the College on Problems of Drug Dependence.  

  Registration for this event is closed.   It is critical for behavioral health agencies to use and sustain evidence-based practices (EBPs). Through a series of instruction, self-study and group activities, this 4-week series will show how to facilitate EBPs through hiring and leadership practices. The first two weeks will cover best practices for hiring staff who may be more likely to deliver evidence-based care. The series will show how to use behavioral interviewing to identify knowledge, skills or values that are consistent with an agency’s goals. One behavioral exercise will show how to identify applicants who may have an aptitude for reflective listening, a key ingredient in the delivery of EBPs. The second two weeks will discuss key elements of leadership that support effective implementation of EBPs. The series will show how to assess the degree to which a leader is perceived by staff as proactive, knowledgeable, supportive, and perseverant with regard to their implementation of EBPs. Identifying strong and weak leadership areas can help agencies retain staff, strengthen EBP implementation, and improve the overall quality of care.    

Trauma-informed care is a preventive framework that recognizes the pervasiveness of trauma particularly among individuals with substance use disorders (SUD) and other psychosocial problems. Further, what is often given less attention is the impact that indirect or vicarious trauma can have on providers. For instance, the current environment where opioid overdoses occur in unprecedented numbers and frequency can impact provider’s mental health critical to their own wellbeing and ability to support traumatized individuals.  This interactive course will define trauma and impact, core principles of trauma-informed care, and includes application opportunities for practice in case scenarios. Discussion will identify the link between toxic stress and trauma, and how it can activate the fight or flight response. Content will review trauma-informed strategies effective for interactions including screening and assessment, provider self-care to practice while providing trauma informed care, and positive expectancy to support and help build resiliency. 

  Registration for this series is closed.   The use of technology and social media networking sites by behavioral health professionals and peer support specialists for personal and professional purposes has increased. As such, ethical and practice issues like self-disclosure in postings, unintentional boundary crossings and violations, privacy and security problems reflect just some of the new dilemmas clinicians and peer support specialists will encounter. In recent years there has been guidance from professional/peer standards and ethical codes. There still remains a need for providers to remain vigilant about practice in this ever-changing landscape of this digital world.   This 7-week, in-depth, online learning series will address common ethical dilemmas behavioral health and peer support specialists face related to the use of technology, social networking sites, and web-based search engines. Case scenarios, group discussion questions related to videos, practice sessions, and other learning activities will be used to highlight these dilemmas and encourage discussions among participants related to: 1) Ethics, competency, and the use of technology; 2) Digital styles related to Digital Novices vs. Digital Pros; 3) HIPAA and 42 CFR Part II considerations for texting, email, and videoconferencing; 4) Use of social networking sites and potential ethical pitfalls; 5) Employer/employee issues with technology (social media policies); and 6) Applying ethical decision-making models with ethical dilemmas. This online learning series will provide 15 hours of instruction, learning activities, and self-study as well as interactive discussions/activities, videos, feedback, and articles.