Training Calendar
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Training Calendar Categories
GWFPP: Finding Grant Opportunities that will Expand Your Horizon to New Funding Possibilities
CEUs: Prevention, CHES
3 Hours
Domains: PS2- Fiscal Management
Description: Finding grants for your prevention organization is a lot like shopping for a pair of jeans. They come in all shapes and sizes, require some self-reflection, and it can be an incredibly time-consuming process. And let’s face ...
Problem Gambling At-Risk Populations and how to Apply Targeted CSAP Strategies in Your Prevention Efforts
CEUs: Prevention, CHES
3 hours
Domains: P2: Prevention Education & Service Delivery (2 hours) & P6: Professional Growth & Responsibility (1 hour)
Description:
| This presentation will highlight populations that are at-risk for developing problems with gambling and what makes them more vulnerabl... |
Performance Reviews: How to Create a Culture of Feedback!
CEUs: Prevention, CHES
3 Hours
Domains: PS1- Human Resource Management
Description:
Too often, performance reviews are a non-concept and/or non-standardized, whereby managers/supervisors are left to their own devices to create and maintain an employee review process that is not evenly adm...
Risk Management: An Ounce of Prevention!
CEUs: Prevention, CHES
3 Hours
Domains: PS2- Fiscal Management
Description:
Risk is a word we like to avoid in the prevention world. We are doers and givers, and we believe there are good things we can do to make a positive difference in our communities. We are multi-taskers and have...
Alcohol- YES…it IS a Drug: Alcohol & Other Drug Specific Topics for Prevention Professionals
CEUs: Prevention, CHES
3 Hours
Domains: P2- Prevention Education & Service Delivery/ AOD specific
Description:
Designed for beginner prevention professionals, this training is intended to help Strengthen your alcohol prevention efforts by understanding why alcohol is considered a drug. By the end of...
Public Relations: Sometimes Your Organization’s Fate is in Their Hands!
CEUs: Prevention, CHES
3 Hours
Domains: PS2- Fiscal Management
Description: The public has a lot of say about your prevention organization's fate. If you are not known or seen as impactful, donors will not give, and your nonprofit organization will fail to reach its goals. Implementing...
Grant Writing for Prevention Professionals: Should I Go After this Grant? Or Should I Pass? Deciding Whether or Not to A
CEUs: Prevention, CHES
3 Hours
Domains: PS2- Fiscal Management
Description: Haphazardly seeking and applying for grant funding for your prevention organization is an inefficient use of your time and most likely would result in unsuccessful grant applications. Funders want to meet community needs and...
Prevention Supervision: Bridge the Leadership Gap!
CEUs: Prevention, CHES
3 Hours
Domains: PS1- Human Resource Management
Description:
Developing and retaining talent is a persistent issue for nonprofit organizations. It is an ongoing source of worry for some, as they carefully monitor and attempt to mitigate employee turnover. The truth is that th...
LGBTQ+ Elders: Reelin’ In the Years
LGBTQ+ Elders-Reelin' in the Years
December 11th, 2024 9am-12pm
What does it mean to be an older LGBTQ+ person in 2024? How might decades of lived experience impact and influence their expectations of family, community, and those who provide support? LGBTQ+ elders have survived heinous perceptions...
Integrating the Public Health Model into Prevention Practices
CEUs: Prevention, CHES
3 Hours
Domains: P5 Public Policy & Environmental Change
Description: Unlock the potential of the Public Health Model (PHM) in your prevention efforts with this dynamic training opportunity. Learn about the fascinating history and evolution of public health and master the appli...
Preschool Prevention
CEUs: Prevention & CHES
1.5 Hours
Domain: P2-Prevention Education & Service Delivery
Description: Prevention services often focus on the middle and high school years. Multiple protective factors can be implemented in the preschool years. This course will review preschool development, preschool p...
Coaching and Mentoring: Maximize High Potential Performers!
CEUs: Prevention, CHES
3 Hours
Domains: PS1- Human Resource Management
Description:
Today’s prevention organizations are under immense pressure to operate with reduced cost and increased efficiency. They must do more with less, and often have limited resources at their disposal. As a result, they d...
OCAM Group Technical Assistance- December 16th, 2024
Have you ever wanted to chat with an OCAM Coach and “pick their brain” on various subjects? Do you have a question but aren’t sure how, where, or when to ask it? Technical Assistance Group Session is a time to ask those questions!! You may or may not have other prevention professionals on the Zoom w...
CEUs: Prevention, CHES
2 Hours
Domains: P6- Professional Growth & Responsibility
Description: : The federal government, through SAMHSA’s Center for Substance Abuse Prevention department, has defined six specific strategies that can (and should) be utilized by prevention professionals. This la...
Grant Writing for Prevention Professionals: Building Relationships with Funders – A “Friend-Building” Process!
CEUs: Prevention, CHES
3 Hours
Domains: PS2- Fiscal Management
Description:
Collaborating effectively with funders is a critical step on your journey from having programmatic and organizational aspirations to achieving real results. Getting to know a funder helps you as a prospective recipient of ...
The Hidden Dangers of Over-the-Counter Medications: Alcohol and Other Drug-Specific Topics for Prevention Professionals
CEUs: Prevention, CHES
3 Hours
Domains: P2- Prevention Education & Service Delivery/ AOD specific
Description:
Discover the often-overlooked risks of over-the-counter (OTC) medications in this informative training session, "The Hidden Dangers of Over-the-Counter Medications." Explore the various ty...
I Just Texted to Say I Love You: Teaching Approaches & Activities for Healthy Relationships of All Ages
I Just Texted to Say I Love You: Teaching Approaches & Activities for Healthy Relationships of all ages
January 8th, 2025
Description: Admit it, relationships are downright perplexing! Whether it's navigating the dynamics with family, friends, colleagues, or teammates, be it in platonic, romantic,...
GWFPP: Grant Professionals as Change Agents & Social Entrepreneurs, Writing Winning Letters of Inquiry/Intent
CEUs: Prevention, CHES
3 Hours
Domains: PS2- Fiscal Management
Description: Grant professionals are more than just writers. We are change agents. We are social entrepreneurs. We are dedicated to a mission. And we are innovative in our unique approaches to social change. If we weren’t, we wouldn’t wi...
Ethical Decision-Making for the Prevention Professional
CEUs: Prevention
3 Hours
Domains: P7- Ethics in Prevention
Description: This course is a unique opportunity for those who have already completed the Prevention Ethics Basics course and are hungry for more knowledge. In this workshop, prevention professionals will delve deeper into the code of...
Prevention Science Foundations: Risk & Protective Factors
CEUs: Prevention, CHES
3 Hours
Domains: P6- Professional Growth & Responsibility
Description: This training is designed to provide beginner prevention professionals with a deep understanding of a cornerstone of prevention science: risk and protective factors. Attendees will learn to clearly ex...
GWFPP: Writing Needs Statements That Clearly Demonstrates Why Your Community Needs Your Prevention Services!
CEUs: Prevention, CHES
3 Hours
Domains: PS2- Fiscal Management
Description: Before giving you funding for a grant proposal, a grantor has to be convinced that your project fulfills a pressing societal need. They need to be assured of its importance both practically and passionately. This is all done...
What is a Community Prevention Coalition?
CEUs: Prevention, CHES
1.5 Hours
Domains: P4- Community Organization
Description:
Coalition work is a proven best practice for fostering sustainable, community-level change. This training designed for beginner prevention professionals will delve into the concept of community prevention coalitions, ...
Prevention Core Competencies Training
Prevention Core Competencies Training
January 29th-31st, 2025
* Please note you must attend all 3 days of this training
Day One: 9am-4pm
Day Two: 9am-4pm
Day Three: 9am-12:15pm
CEUs: Prevention & CHES
14.5 CEU hours total
Domain Breakdown:
P1:3 hours
P2: 3 hours
P4: 2.5 hours
P5...
How to Develop a Social Norming Campaign for Prevention
CEUs: Prevention, CHES
3 Hours
Domains: P3- Communication
Description: Learn how to change perceptions and behaviors through positive, data-driven messaging. This training session for beginner prevention professionals provides a comprehensive overview of using social norming to promote positive behav...
Policies and Environmental Strategies for Adult Alcohol Use
CEUs: Prevention & CHES
3 Hours
Domain: P5: Public Policy & Environmental Change
Description:
Alcohol use among adults over the age of 21 is legal. This workshop will discuss what alcohol use is, the history of alcohol policies, current alcohol policies, and various environmental strategies that...
What do we know about vaping & what do we do about it? (Morning)
CEUs: Prevention, CHES
3 Hours
Domains: P2- Prevention Education & Service Delivery
Description:
Many communities are overwhelmed by the exploding trend of vaping among youth and adults alike. Equip yourself with the knowledge and tools to navigate the e-cigarette landscape and tackle e-cigarette u...
GWFPP: Writing Goals, Objectives, and Outcomes that Clearly Demonstrate a Funder’s Return on Investment!
CEUs: Prevention, CHES
3 Hours
Domains: PS2- Fiscal Management
Description: The goals and objectives section of your grant proposal can make or break your request for funding. This section of your proposal describes what your organization hopes to accomplish with your project and spells out the spec...
Hormones are Powerful: 101 on the Endocrine System (Body, Health, and Wellness)
Feb 12th from 9am-12pm
Description: Hey, didn’t we cover the Endocrine System in school? I’m sure that you have basics on the Cardiovascular System, and, when considering the Digestive System, I know you know where you...
CEUs: Prevention, CHES
2 Hours
Domains: P4- Community Organization
Description: This workshop empowers beginner prevention professionals with the skills to create and sustain effective community partnerships. Participants will learn to identify key community sectors for collaboration, discuss the ben...
CEUs: Prevention, CHES
3 Hours
Domains: PS2- Fiscal Management
Description: In the fast-paced world of prevention, fostering a culture of psychological safety is essential for a thriving, effective organization. This training, best suited for intermediate prevention professionals, will equip leaders ...
Prevention Education Series Winter 2025- Session A
Prevention Education Series- Winter 2025 Session A
Tuesdays from 6pm-9:15pm from February 18th, 2025- April 8th, 2025
CEUs: Prevention, CHES
24 Hours total
Domains: P1, P2, P3, P4, P5, P6, Ethics, Cultural Competency
Description: The Prevention Education series is an 8 part series for newer prevent...
Prevention Education Series Winter 2025- Session B
Prevention Education Series- Winter 2025 Session B
Wednesdays from 1pm-4:15pm from February 19th, 2025- April 9th, 2025
CEUs: Prevention, CHES
24 Hours total
Domains: P1, P2, P3, P4, P5, P6, Ethics, Cultural Competency
Description: The Prevention Education series is an 8 part series for newer preve...
Grant Writing for Prevention Professionals: Writing Evaluation Plans that PROVE You are Worthy of Funding!
CEUs: Prevention, CHES
3 Hours
Domains: PS2- Fiscal Management
Description:
Whether you are new to grant writing or have been writing grant proposals for many years, you have definitely heard about the importance of program evaluations. An effective evaluation plan is an integral part of any grant...
An Introduction to the Brain’s Addiction Pathway (Afternoon)
CEUs: Prevention, CHES
3 Hours
Domains: P2- Prevention Education & Service Delivery
Description: Understanding the role our brains play in addiction is crucial for all prevention professionals, regardless of their background in neuroscience or addiction studies. Why, you might ask? This training is t...
The Ever-Changing World of Stimulants (Morning)
CEUs: Prevention, CHES
3 Hours
Domains: P2- Prevention Education & Service Delivery
Description:
Delve into the multifaceted world of stimulants with this engaging training session designed to equip beginner prevention professionals with a thorough understanding of these substances and their addict...
CEUs: Prevention, CHES
3 Hours
Domains: PS2- Fiscal Management
Description:
Unlock the full potential of your prevention organization by understanding the crucial intersection between professional wellness and organizational effectiveness. This engaging session provides intermediate prevention prof...
Leveraging Digital Platforms: Marketing and Social Media in Prevention
CEUs: Prevention, CHES
3 Hours
Domains: P3- Communication
Description: In today’s digital age, reaching a large audience for your prevention message means turning to social media and let’s face it – using social media can be intimidating! From choosing the right platform to understanding its feat...
Core Competencies of Community Prevention Coalitions: A Review of CADCA’s Core Competencies for Coal
CEUs: Prevention, CHES
3 Hours
Domains: P4- Community Organization
Description: This interactive session is dedicated to a comprehensive understanding and application of the Coalition Core Competencies as defined by CADCA. Designed for beginner prevention professionals, participants will explore the ...
Strategies for Recruiting and Engaging Community Coalition Members
CEUs: Prevention, CHES
2 Hours
Domains: P4- Community Organization
Description: Building and sustaining an effective community coalition requires strategic recruitment and engagement efforts. This training session best suited for beginner prevention professionals will equip participants with the know...
Marijuana – Myths, Facts, and Controversies (Afternoon)
CEUs: Prevention, CHES
3 Hours
Domains: P2- Prevention Education & Service Delivery
Description: Do you feel overwhelmed by the ever-evolving world of marijuana? Keeping up can be challenging! Fortunately, our engaging training session, "Marijuana—Myths, Facts, and Controversies," is here to help! Th...
Building Capacity within your Community, Agency & ADAMHS Board for Problem Gambling Prevention
CEUs: Prevention, CHES
3 hours
Domain: P1: Planning & Evaluation (1 hour) & P4: Community Organization (2 hours)
Description:
| A healthy organizational culture is the foundation of a thriving, successful workplace. This training is designed to guide intermediate prevention professionals throug... |
GWFPP: Ethical Practice in the Grants Profession, Grant Scams, and Writing the Program Plan
CEUs: Prevention, CHES
3 Hours
Domains: PS2- Fiscal Management
Description:
Ethics in the grants profession seems fairly simple: be honest, practice with integrity, adhere to laws and regulations, value the freedom and privacy of those you serve, etc. However, as with any profession, there are gra...
Creating A Sustainable Coalition from Day 1
CEUs: Prevention, CHES
3 Hours
Domains: P4- Community Organization
Description: Building a resilient and impactful coalition is essential for long-term success. This training for beginner prevention professionals will delve into key concepts and practical strategies to empower you in creating a susta...
Grant Writing for Prevention Professionals: Writing Grant Budgets & Budget Narratives That Tell a Story With Numbers!
CEUs: Prevention, CHES
3 Hours
Domains: PS2- Fiscal Management
Description: The grant budget and budget narrative are important components of your grant proposal because it shows the funder exactly what their valuable financial resources will support. While making a compelling written justification ...
Hallucinogens and the Altered State of Consciousness (PM Training)
CEUs: Prevention, CHES
3 Hours
Domains: P2- Prevention Education & Service Delivery
Description:
This comprehensive training offers an in-depth exploration into the world of hallucinogens, designed for beginner prevention professionals seeking to understand their effects, usage, and prevention stra...
How to Use Statewide Problem Gambling Campaigns to Impact Your Community
CEUs: Prevention, CHES
3 hours
Domain: P2: Prevention Education & Service Delivery (1 hour) & P3: Communications (2 hours)
Description:
| Ohio's has a number of award-winning statewide problem gambling campaigns that contain a variety of tools designed to be used by local professionals. This wo... |
May- Prevention Core Competencies Training
Prevention Core Competencies Training
May 28th-30th, 2025
* Please note you must attend all 3 days of this training
Day One: 9am-4pm
Day Two: 9am-4pm
Day Three: 9am-12:15pm
CEUs: Prevention & CHES
14.5 CEU hours total
Domain Breakdown:
P1:3 hours
P2: 3 hours
P4: 2.5 hours
P5: 3 ...
GWFPP: Writing Sustainability Plans, Writing Proposal Summaries, and Putting the Proposal Package Together
CEUs: Prevention, CHES
3 Hours
Domains: PS2- Fiscal Management
Description: Grant writing can seem like a daunting task, and it is easy to feel unsure about how to write the individual sections of a successful proposal. Writing an effective sustainability plan is critical to ensure funders are confi...
Maximizing Impact: Effective Volunteer Management for Community Prevention
CEUs: Prevention & CHES
3 Hours
Domains: P4: Community Organization
Description:
Are you a coalition leader whose coalition is struggling to accomplish goals? Do you lead volunteers in a community prevention program but have no idea how to retain them? Are you a volunteer manager who hears a lot of...
GWFPP: Working with Partners & Collaborators in Your Grant Processes & Managing the Grant Post-Award
CEUs: Prevention, CHES
3 Hours
Domains: PS2- Fiscal Management
Description: Many funders require collaborations with external organizational partners in their grants process and, therefore, this has become an increasingly essential component of writing successful grant proposals. Having these partn...
Grant Writing for Prevention Professionals: Tips for Surviving a Group Grant Writing Process
CEUs: Prevention, CHES
3 Hours
Domains: PS2- Fiscal Management
Description: Many people serve as the sole grant writer for their prevention organization. However, many more people write grants in a team environment. While working with a team can ease the burden of the grant writing workload, it also ...
