Training Calendar
Continuing Education Hours:
Thanks to PreventionFIRST! the OCAM Network is able to provide Prevention & CHES Continuing Education Hours for our training sessions. You can expect to recieve your certificates of attendance within 30 days from the training session. PreventionFIRST uploads all certificates of attendance into CE Broker for you! If you have any questions or concerns regarding CEUs please reach out to Ryley Jones at rjones@prevention-first.org
In order to receive CEUs you must:
- Adhere to our Training Decorum Policies listed below
- Fill out the evaluation given at the end of the training session
- Provide your license/ credential numbers in your evaluation
Before attending any of our trainings please read our decorum policy linked below.
- Non-compliance with the above policies may result in dismissal from training sessions or non-issuance of continuing education hours. Repeated non-compliance across sessions may result in a ban from attending OCAM Networking training sessions.
- We value your commitment to the OCAM Network and appreciate your adherence to these guidelines to ensure a productive and positive virtual environment for participants.
- If you questions or concerns regarding CEUs please contact Ryley Jones at rjones@prevention-first.org
Need help with your Prevention Credentials?
Check out the "Prevention Credentials" tab for more information and resources including the following:
- Ohio Prevention Credentialing Overview
- Access to Word Documents of each Prevention Education Grid
- Helpful Youtube Tutorials on the next steps
- Email info@ocamnetwork.org for additional questions & concerns! We are happy to help!
Training Calendar Categories
Alcohol – YES… it IS a Drug (AOD)
CEUs: Prevention, CHES
3 Hours
Domains: P2: Prevention Education & Service Delivery
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 this session,...
CEUs: Prevention, CHES
3 Hours
Domains: PS2: Adminstration & Consultation
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 ...
Prevention in Appalachia
CEUs: Prevention, CHES
1.5 Hours
Domains: CC: Cultural Competency
Description:
This course is an extension of the Appalachian Culture training; however, that training is not a prerequisite. After learning about the basics of Appalachian culture, prevention professionals should plan to reach this com...
Prevention Science
CEUs: Prevention, CHES
3 Hours
Domains: P6: Professional Growth & Responsiblity
Description:
Prevention is often seen as a soft science, but there are many reasons it should be considered a full-fledged science. This training will discuss prevention theories, scientific components, and effectiveness...
Prevention Supervision Collab: Stronger Together: Fun Team-Building for Supervisors
The Prevention Supervision Collaborative is a virtual group that will help to improve your supervision skills, build new skills, and create a stronger network of prevention professionals. This group will meet on the first Friday of every month (Feb 2026- June 2026) from 9am-10:30am, each week being...
CEUs: Prevention, CHES
3 Hours
Domains: P6: Professional Growth & Responsibility
Description:
Many people intuitively believe in preventing individuals from experiencing the burdens of mental illness and substance use disorders, but they often do not know how to engage in those activities in a meani...
March Beyond Compliance: Leveraging Best Practices in Prevention Supervision
CEUs: Prevention & CHES
3 Hours
Domains: PS1: Personnel Supervision & Program Management
Description: Take your prevention supervision to the next level! This workshop explores some best practices in empowering your prevention team while ensuring you are sticking to program fidelity. Learn to effecti...
CEUS: Prevention, CHES
Hours: 3
Domain: PS1: Personnel Supervision & Program Management
Description: Prevention organizations have a variety of challenges when it comes to leadership development and management. Considering that – in our field – we often have highly limited financial and personnel res...
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:
With the expansion of gambling access and availability throughout Ohio, there is an ever-growing need for engaging in prevention efforts within communities to mitigate the h...
Integrity in Action: Ethical Grant Writing, Scam Smarts & Crafting Winning Program Plans
CEUs: Prevention, CHES
3 Hours
Domain: PS2: Administrative & Consultation
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, t...
March- Best Practices in Youth Led Substance Use Prevention Programs
CEUs: Prevention & CHES
1.5 hours
Domain: P6: Prevention Science/Professional Growth & Responsibility
Description:
Marijuana – Myths, Facts, and Controversies (AOD)
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...
Prevention Ethics Basics
CEUs: Prevention
3 Hours
Domain: Prevention Ethics
Description:
The Ohio Chemical Dependency Professionals Board (OCDPB) Code of Ethics for Prevention Professionals and Prevention Scope of Practice differs from other disciplines. This training will review, discuss, and apply the requirements to ...
SAPST: SPF Application for Prevention Success Training
CEUs: Prevention, CHES
26 Hours
Domains: P1: Planning & Evaluation (6), P2: Prevention Education & Service Delivery (6), P4: Community Organization (6), P6: Professional Growth & Responsibility (6), CC: Cultural Competency (2)
Description:
IN PERSON
PreventionFIRST! Conference Room
2100 Sherman Avenue...
The Final Touch: Crafting Sustainability Plans, Summaries, & Complete Grant Packages
CEUs: Prevention, CHES
3 Hours
Domains: PS2: Administration & Consultation
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 funde...
Prevention Core Competencies (March)
CEUs: Prevention, CHES
15 Hours
Domains: P2: Prevention Education & Service Delivery (2), P4: Community Organization (2), P5: Public Policy & Environmental Change (3), P6: Professional Growth & Responsibility (5), PE: Prevention Ethics (3)
Dates:
March 30th, 31st
April 1st, 3rd
9:00am - 1:30pm
De...
Employee Development: Maximize Employee Engagement!
CEUS: Prevention, CHES
Hours: 3
Domain: PS1: Personnel Supervision & Program Management
Description: Employee development is not just important in the for-profit sector. Although these processes tend to be less common in the nonprofit sector, nonprofit and public organizations and their employees can...
Prevention Supervision Collaborative: Collaboration & Collective Impact
The Prevention Supervision Collaborative is a virtual group that will help to improve your supervision skills, build new skills, and create a stronger network of prevention professionals. This group will meet on the first Friday of every month (Feb 2026- June 2026) from 9am-10:30am, each week being...
The Hidden Dangers of Over-the-Counter Medications (AOD)
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...
Prevention Education Series: SPRING 2026
The Spring 2026 Prevention Education Series is an 8 week series.
We will meet weekly on Tuesdays @6PM-9:15PM on the following dates:
April 7th, 14th, 21st, and 28th
May 5th, 12th, 19th, and 26th
CEUs: Prevention, CHES
24 hours
Earn 3 hours in each Prevention Content Area!
Join us for this 8-par...
April 2026- Welcome to Prevention
CEUs: Prevention, CHES
1 hour
Domains: P2: Prevention Education & Service Delivery
Description:
Are you brand new to the field of prevention? If so, this session is for you! Welcome to Prevention was designed to give the newest members of our prevention community just a taste of what prevention is (...
Unlock the Power of Great Supervision in Prevention
CEUs: Prevention, CHES
3 Hours
Domains: PS1: Personnel Supervision & Program Management
Description:
Are you ready to take your supervision skills to the next level? This interactive training is designed to empower prevention supervisors with practical tools, fresh insights, and real-world strategie...
Advanced Prevention Ethics
CEUs: Prevention
3 Hours
Domains: PE: Prevention Ethics
Description:
***You must be an OCPS or an OCPC to attend***
Those prevention professionals with OCPS and OCPC credentials need to know how to use the ethical code in management, supervisory, and advanced situations. This highly interactive course...
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...
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... |
CEUs: Prevention, CHES
3 Hours
Domains: PS2: Administration & Consultation
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 workl...
AI for Prevention Professionals
CEUs: Prevention & CHES
2 Hours
Domain: P3: Communications
Description:
"This course provides prevention professionals with a comprehensive introduction to the practical applications of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in their daily work. We will explore user-friendly AI tools, including chatbots for c...
CEUs: Prevention, CHES
3 Hours
Domains: PS2: Adminstration & Consultation
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 preve...
CEUs: Prevention, CHES
3 Hours
Domains: P2: Prevention Education & Service Delivery
Description:
Best intended for beginner and intermediate prevention professionals, this training serves as an introductory exploration to equip participants with a foundational understanding of the central nervous sy...
Prevention Supervision Collab: Consulting 101
The Prevention Supervision Collaborative is a virtual group that will help to improve your supervision skills, build new skills, and create a stronger network of prevention professionals. This group will meet on the first Friday of every month (Feb. 2026-June 2026) from 9am-10:30am, each month being...
May- The Ethics of AI for Prevention Professionals
CEUs: Prevention, CHES
2 Hours
Domain: Prevention Ethics
Description:
Artificial intelligence (AI) is everywhere. Whether you love the new AI tools and how you embed them into your work, or you prefer the non-AI way of completing tasks - AI is here to stay. If we live and work alongside AI tools,...
Prevention Core Competencies (May)
CEUs: Prevention, CHES
15 Hours
Domains: P2: Prevention Education & Service Delivery (2), P4: Community Organization (2), P5: Public Policy & Environmental Change (3), P6: Professional Growth & Responsibility (5), PE: Prevention Ethics (3)
Dates:
May 18th, 19th, 20th, 21st, 2026
9:00am - 1:30pm
De...
Prevention Education Series: SUMMER 2026
The Fall 2025 Prevention Education Series is an 8 week series.
We will meet bi-weekly on Mondays & Wednesdays @9AM-12:15PM on the following dates:
June 1st, 3rd, 8th,15th,17th, 22nd, 24th, and 29th
CEUs: Prevention, CHES
24 hours
Earn 3 hours in each Prevention Content Area!
Join us for this 8-p...
Prevention Supervision Collaborative: Building Confidence in your supervisees through Coaching & Mentoring
The Prevention Supervision Collaborative is a virtual group that helps to improve your supervision skills, build new skills, and create a stronger network of prevention professionals. This group will meet on the first Friday of every month (Feb 2026- June 2026) from 9am-10:30am, each week being a di...
