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SUMMARY:Introduction to Promoting Problem Gambling Treatment Services
DESCRIPTION:This training counts toward the MA PGS Certificate Fundamental Coursework \nThis training will provide valuable guidance and insight on effective ways to promote your organization’s problem gambling services in your community. Participants will step away with ideas and strategies for disseminating promotional materials. This training is interactive. We expect participants to come to the training prepared to engage in creative discussion\, ideally with cameras on and microphones functioning. \nCost: Free \nLocation: Virtual \nNumber of CE(s): 1 \nInstructional Level: Introductory \nLearning Objectives \n\nExplain key messages about problem gambling.\nIdentify platforms for promoting problem gambling services.\nDescribe community factors to consider when creating promotional materials.\nRecognize and address problematic language and imagery related to problem gambling.\nFind resources for promoting problem gambling services on the MA Health Promotion Clearinghouse.\n\nAgenda \n\nProblem Gambling 101\nPromotion Best Practices\nSkills Practice: Fix the Mistake\nExploring Massachusetts Health Promotion Clearinghouse Resources\nAdditional Resources\n\nInstructor Bios \nInstructor #1: Caitlyn Matykiewicz\, MPH; Technical Assistance Coordinator for the Massachusetts Technical Assistance Center for Problem Gambling Treatment and Community Health Educator at the Division on Addiction at Cambridge Health Alliance. Ms. Matykiewicz has developed and facilitated in-person and online training on a variety of topics pertaining to Gambling Disorder (including promoting problem gambling services) for Massachusetts social workers\, mental health and addiction specialists\, healthcare specialists\, and peer recovery specialists and support staff. Ms. Matykiewicz manages the Division on Addiction’s social media accounts\, which promote addiction-related information and resources to the general public. \nInstructor #2: Shantel Mercedes\, MPH; is a Program Associate on the Strategic Planning and Organizational Effectiveness team at HRiA\, with a focus on problem gambling projects. Shantel has experience working in health equity\, administration\, and DEI (Diversity\, Equity\, and Inclusion) subject matters and approaches. She has a BA in Public Health and Health Equity from Mills College and an MPH focused on Health Equity from Simmons University. \nApproval Statements \n\nLicensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC) – The Massachusetts Technical Assistance Center for Problem Gambling Treatment is authorized by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health to sponsor\, conduct or approve continuing education programs for alcohol and drug counselors/assistants (LADCs). This program offers 1 continuing education credit.\n\nFunding Statement: The Division on Addiction and Health Resources in Action collaborated to produce this M-TAC training/course\, which is funded by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health\, Office of Problem Gambling Services. The instructors have no financial interests that might create a conflict of interest in the development or delivery of this training. Click here to access our full list of our funders and conflict of interest/grievance policies and procedures. 
URL:https://www.m-tac.org/training/introduction-to-promoting-problem-gambling-treatment-services-fall-2024/
LOCATION:Virtual/remote training
CATEGORIES:Fundamental
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241025T100000
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SUMMARY:Gambling Disorder Treatment in Practice
DESCRIPTION:This training counts toward the MA PGS Certificate Core Competency Coursework. \nThis training uses a flipped classroom model. The flipped classroom model is sometimes referred to as “active learning” where participants engage with educational content to learn basic knowledge and key concepts of the training topic prior to attending the training. This educational content could be in the form of watching videos\, reading research articles\, and preparing discussion questions. \nParticipants are expected to complete all independent work listed below (i.e.\, pre-training work) and will receive CE credit for both their independent work and time attending the live training. The estimated time for independent work (50 minutes) and the live training content (100 minutes) will equal a combined total of 150 minutes (2.5 CE credits).  \nParticipants should complete the independent work prior to the live training session. The time between 10:00-10:50am is allotted for independent work. At 10:50am\, participants should log on to the Zoom link to attend the live training session\, with their independent work already completed. As a result of adapting this flipped classroom model\, we are setting a higher expectation for participants and anticipate that they will come to the training prepared to engage in creative discussion and collaborate with professionals in the healthcare field\, ideally with cameras on and microphones functioning. \nThis interactive training will begin with a discussion of cognitive distortions and a review of the case study. Following this\, participants will have the opportunity to apply Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Motivational Interviewing (MI) strategies in the context of treating a client with Gambling Disorder. Participants will engage in a role-play exercise as either a clinician or client to demonstrate their understanding of treatment interventions\, drawing on the knowledge gained from the independent work\, information they learned from previous gambling-related treatment trainings\, and their own clinical experience. We recommend that participants complete the Introduction to Gambling Disorder Treatment Best Practices training prior to this training to build a foundational understanding of Gambling Disorder treatment interventions. Participants must complete all independent work and attend the entire live training session in order to receive CE credit. \nCost: Free \nLocation: Virtual \nNumber of CE(s): 2.5 \nInstructional Level: Intermediate \nLearning Objectives: \n\n Identify specific therapeutic interventions that can be used when working with a client with gambling-related problems. \n Using role-play and discussion activities\, increase knowledge of how to implement CBT/MI interventions into real life practice.\n Participants will be able to define the term “cognitive distortion” and identify specific examples of distortions related to gambling.\n\nAgenda: \nIndependent Work to be done prior to the live session (50 minutes – 10:00-10:50am) \n\nRead “Motivational Interviewing in Problem Gambling Counseling” by Letty Tumbaga\, Lukas Ryan\, and Elissa Macaw. Participants will be provided with the .pdf via email. (5\,600 words)\nOn this website\, read the following sections: “How do I put this evidence into practice\,” “Health equity considerations\,” and “Clinical Simulation” (500 words)\nWatch “Clinical Simulation” video (7 minutes)\nRead the supplemental worksheet ”Changing Your Thinking”. (300 words). Participants will be provided with a .pdf of the worksheet via email.\nAnswer required quiz questions based on independent work material. (not graded – 5 minutes)\n\n  \nLive Session (100 minutes – 10:50am-12:30pm) \n\nCognitive distortion activity\nIntroduction to therapist and client role-play activity\, including demonstration from facilitators\nBrief Q&A with clinical consultant\nBreakout room role-play activity\nGroup discussion of role-play activity\nWrap-up and key takeaways\n\n  \nInstructor Bios: \nInstructor #1: Elizabeth Bice\, BA; Program Associate for the Massachusetts Technical Assistance Center for Problem Gambling Treatment and Program Coordinator at Health Resources in Action. Ms. Bice has developed and facilitated online training on a variety of topics pertaining to Gambling Disorder (including promoting problem gambling services) for Massachusetts social workers\, mental health and addiction specialists\, and healthcare specialists. \n  \nInstructor #2: Nakita Sconsoni\, MSW; Community Health Educator at the Division on Addiction at Cambridge Health Alliance. Ms. Sconsoni completed her graduate level internship at the Center for Life Management in Derry\, NH where she worked as a mental health therapist for adults comorbidly diagnosed with an developmental disability and a mental health condition. She has also developed and facilitated in-person and online trainings on a variety of topics pertaining to Gambling Disorder (including treatment best practices) for Massachusetts social workers\, mental health and addiction specialists\, healthcare specialists\, and peer recovery specialists and support staff. \n  \nInstructor #3: Maya A. Williams\, LMHC; earned her bachelor’s degree in psychology from the illustrious Clark Atlanta University\, a historically black college and university (HBCU) located in Atlanta\, Georgia. Maya then sought to earn her master’s degree in clinical psychology and graduated from the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth. Maya is a licensed mental health counselor and is certified as a Problem Gambling Specialist\, Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist (CCTP)\, ADHD-Certified Clinical Services Provider (ADHD-CCSP)\, and Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional (CCATP). Maya is an independently contracted Clinical Therapist at Sondermind and a Clinical Therapist and Consultant at Wellness for Our Future\, LLC\, a blackand woman-owned group practice located in Randolph\, MA. \n  \nApproval Statements: \nAmerican Psychological Association (APA) – The Division on Addiction is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. The Division on Addiction maintains responsibility for this program and its content. This program offers 2.5 continuing education credits. \nNAADAC\, the Association for Addiction Professionals –This course has been approved by the Division on Addiction\, as a NAADAC Approved Education Provider\, for educational credits. NAADAC Provider #84058\, the Division on Addiction is responsible for all aspects of the programing. \nNational Association of Social Workers (NASW) – Application for social work continuing education credits has been submitted. Please contact us at hgray@cha.harvard.edu.edu for the status of social work CE accreditation. \nLicensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC) – The Massachusetts Technical Assistance Center for Problem Gambling Treatment is authorized by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health to sponsor\, conduct or approve continuing education programs for alcohol and drug counselors/assistants (LADCs). This program offers 2.5 continuing education credits. \n  \nFunding Statement: The Division on Addiction and Health Resources in Action collaborate to produce M-TAC trainings\, courses\, and resources\, which are funded by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health\, Office of Problem Gambling Services. The instructors have no financial interests that might create a conflict of interest in the development or delivery of this training. Click here to access our full list of our funders and conflict of interest/grievance policies and procedures.
URL:https://www.m-tac.org/training/gambling-disorder-treatment-in-practice-fall-2024/
LOCATION:Virtual/remote training
CATEGORIES:Core
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241018T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241018T110000
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Gambling Disorder Treatment Best Practices
DESCRIPTION:This training counts toward the MA PGS Certificate Core Competency Coursework. \nThis training will provide participants with a brief introduction to Gambling Disorder before we discuss two empirically-supported treatment interventions\, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing. Following this discussion of treatment interventions\, participants will be given an opportunity to engage in a brief Q&A with a practicing clinician. We will then wrap up the training with a discussion about recovery as it relates to Gambling Disorder. Participants will leave with concrete return to use prevention techniques that can be used in their own practice. This training is interactive. We expect participants to come to the training prepared to engage in creative discussion\, ideally with cameras on and microphones functioning. You must stay the full length of the training to receive CE credit. \nCost: Free \nLocation: Virtual \nNumber of CE(s): 1.5 \nInstructional Level: Introductory  \nLearning Objectives: \n\n Learn most empirically supported treatments for Gambling Disorder.\n List examples of ways to use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and/or Motivational Interviewing strategies to treat Gambling Disorder in your own practice.\n Identify strategies to promote recovery among your clientele who are experiencing gambling-related problems.\n\nAgenda: \n\n Introduction to Gambling Disorder\n Cognitive Behavioral Therapy \n Motivational Interviewing\n Treatment Q&A\n Gambling Disorder and Recovery\n\nInstructor Bios: \nInstructor #1: Elizabeth Bice\, BA; Program Coordinator for the Massachusetts Technical Assistance Center for Problem Gambling Treatment and Program Coordinator at Health Resources in Action. Ms. Bice has developed and facilitated online training on a variety of topics pertaining to Gambling Disorder (including promoting problem gambling services) for Massachusetts social workers\, mental health and addiction specialists\, and healthcare specialists. \nInstructor #2: Nakita Sconsoni\, MSW; Community Health Educator at the Division on Addiction at Cambridge Health Alliance. Ms. Sconsoni completed her graduate level internship at the Center for Life Management in Derry\, NH where she worked as a mental health therapist for adults comorbidly diagnosed with a developmental disability and a mental health condition. She has also developed and facilitated in-person and online trainings on a variety of topics pertaining to Gambling Disorder (including treatment best practices) for Massachusetts social workers\, mental health and addiction specialists\, healthcare specialists\, and peer recovery specialists and support staff. \nInstructor #3: Deborah Rodriguez\, LICSW; Ms. Rodriguez is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with over 16 years of experience working with at-risk populations and co-occurring disorders in the Greater Springfield area. She is a doctoral candidate from Simmons University in Boston and earned her Master’s Degree from the University of Connecticut School of Social Work. Her varied professional experience with behavioral health ranges from community mental health services and advocacy to extensive relationship-building with community members and leaders. Ms. Rodriguez is an adjunct professor for Our Lady of Elms Social Work Program\, and is providing direct care through her private practice Faros Counseling. \nApproval Statements: \nAmerican Psychological Association (APA) – The Division on Addiction is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. The Division on Addiction maintains responsibility for this program and its content. This program offers 1.5 continuing education credits. \nNAADAC\, the Association for Addiction Professionals – This course has been approved by the Division on Addiction\, as a NAADAC Approved Education Provider\, for educational credits. NAADAC Provider #84058\, the Division on Addiction is responsible for all aspects of the programing. \nNational Association of Social Workers (NASW) – This program has been approved for 1.5 Social Work Continuing Education hours for relicensure\, in accordance with 258 CMR. NASW-MA Chapter CE Approving Program\, Authorization Number D 92275-2. \nLicensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC) – The Massachusetts Technical Assistance Center for Problem Gambling Treatment is authorized by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health to sponsor\, conduct or approve continuing education programs for alcohol and drug counselors/assistants (LADCs). This program offers 1.5 continuing education credits. \nFunding Statement: The Division on Addiction and Health Resources in Action collaborate to produce M-TAC trainings\, courses\, and resources\, which are funded by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health\, Office of Problem Gambling Services. The instructors have no financial interests that might create a conflict of interest in the development or delivery of this training. Click here to access our full list of our funders and conflict of interest/grievance policies and procedures.
URL:https://www.m-tac.org/training/introduction-to-gambling-disorder-treatment-best-practices-fall-2024/
LOCATION:Virtual/remote training
CATEGORIES:Core
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241010T110000
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SUMMARY:Fall 2024 M-TAC Statewide Meeting
DESCRIPTION:This meeting counts toward the MA PGS Certificate Fundamental Coursework \nM-TAC Statewide Meetings are a space for anyone who is interested in addressing problem gambling in Massachusetts. We invite you to register and join this meeting for important updates\, resources\, and networking opportunities for treatment professionals. \nCost: Free \nLocation: Virtual \nNumber of CE(s): 1 \nInstructional Level: Introductory \n1 CE credit for the following program is available: \nLicensed Alcohol and Drug Counselors \n\nMA Technical Assistance Center for Problem Gambling Treatment is authorized by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health to sponsor\, conduct or approve continuing education programs for alcohol and drug counselors/assistants (LADCs).\n\n 
URL:https://www.m-tac.org/training/fall-2024-m-tac-statewide-meeting/
LOCATION:Virtual/remote training
CATEGORIES:Fundamental
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240926T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240926T110000
DTSTAMP:20260603T204401
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Screening & Assessment for Gambling Disorder: Part II (Assessment)
DESCRIPTION:This training counts toward the MA PGS Certificate Core Competency Coursework \nThis interactive training will introduce participants to screening and assessment for Gambling Disorder among clients seeking mental health or addiction treatment. This training is Part II of a two-part series. Part II focuses on assessment for Gambling Disorder. In this training\, participants will learn what steps to take after a client screens positive for Gambling Disorder\, including conducting an assessment. Participants will learn how to assess clients for Gambling Disorder using the DSM-5 criteria and will become familiar with best practices for assessment for Gambling Disorder. \nAlthough it is not required\, we strongly encourage participants to attend both Part I and Part II of this training series. Register for Introduction to Screening & Assessment for Gambling Disorder: Part I (Screening). \nCost: Free \nLocation: Virtual \nNumber of CEs: 1.0 \nInstructional Level: Introductory \nLearning Objectives \n\nExplain what steps should be taken after a client screens positive for Gambling Disorder.\nDescribe the diagnostic criteria for Gambling Disorder.\nArticulate and apply best practices for assessment for Gambling Disorder.\n\nAgenda \n\nRecap of screening for Gambling Disorder\nIntroduction to assessment for Gambling Disorder\nDiagnostic criteria for Gambling Disorder (DSM-5)\nBest practices in assessment for Gambling Disorder\nSkills practice: Case discussion\n\nInstructor Bios \nInstructor #1: Kira Landauer\, MPH; Technical Assistance Coordinator for the Massachusetts Technical Assistance Center for Problem Gambling Treatment  and Community Health Educator Supervisor at the Division on Addiction at Cambridge Health Alliance. Ms. Landauer has developed and facilitated in-person and online training on a variety of topics pertaining to Gambling Disorder (including screening for Gambling Disorder) for Massachusetts social workers\, mental health and addiction specialists\, and healthcare specialists; Massachusetts Substance Use Helpline staffers; peer recovery specialists and support staff; and members of support groups for family and friends of loved ones experiencing addiction. Ms. Landauer manages Gambling Disorder Screening Day – an international grassroots movement started by the Division on Addiction at Cambridge Health Alliance to support and encourage providers to screen clients for Gambling Disorder. \nInstructor #2: Deborah Rodriguez\, LICSW\, PhD. Ms. Rodriguez is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with over 16 years of experience working with at-risk populations and co-occurring disorders in the Greater Springfield area. She is a doctoral candidate from Simmons University in Boston and earned her Master’s Degree from the University of Connecticut School of Social Work. Her varied professional experience with behavioral health ranges from community mental health services and advocacy to extensive relationship-building with community members and leaders. Ms. Rodriguez is an adjunct professor for Our Lady of Elms Social Work Program\, and is providing direct care through her private practice Faros Counseling. \nInstructor #3: Elizabeth Bice\, BA; Program Associate for the Massachusetts Technical Assistance Center for Problem Gambling Treatment and Program Coordinator at Health Resources in Action. Ms. Bice has developed and facilitated online training on a variety of topics pertaining to Gambling Disorder (including promoting problem gambling services and Gambling Disorder treatment best practices) for Massachusetts social workers\, mental health and addiction specialists\, and healthcare specialists. \n  \nApproval Statements \n\nAmerican Psychological Association (APA) – The Division on Addiction is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. The Division on Addiction maintains responsibility for this program and its content. This program offers 1.0 continuing education credits.\nNAADAC\, the Association for Addiction Professionals – This course has been approved by the Division on Addiction\, as a NAADAC Approved Education Provider\, for educational credits. NAADAC Provider #84058\, the Division on Addiction is responsible for all aspects of the programing.\nNational Association of Social Workers (NASW) – This program has been approved for 1.0 Social Work Continuing Education hours for relicensure\, in accordance with 258 CMR. NASW-MA Chapter CE Approving Program\, Authorization Number D 92179-2.\nLicensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC) – The Massachusetts Technical Assistance Center for Problem Gambling Treatment is authorized by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health to sponsor\, conduct or approve continuing education programs for alcohol and drug counselors/assistants (LADCs). This program offers 1.0 continuing education credits.\n\n  \nFunding Statement: The Division on Addiction and Health Resources in Action collaborated to produce this M-TAC training/course\, which is funded by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health\, Office of Problem Gambling Services. The instructors have no financial interests that might create a conflict of interest in the development or delivery of this training. Click here to access our full list of our funders and conflict of interest/grievance policies and procedures.
URL:https://www.m-tac.org/training/introduction-to-screening-assessment-for-gambling-disorder-part-ii-fall-2024/
LOCATION:Virtual/remote training
CATEGORIES:Core
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240919T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240919T110000
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Screening & Assessment for Gambling Disorder: Part I (Screening)
DESCRIPTION:This training counts toward the MA PGS Certificate Core Competency Coursework \nThis interactive training will introduce participants to screening and assessment for Gambling Disorder among clients seeking mental health or addiction treatment. This training is Part I of a two-part series. Part I focuses on screening for Gambling Disorder. In this training\, participants will be introduced to various Gambling Disorder screening tools and learn how to select a tool that best fits their organization’s needs. Participants will also learn how to initiate conversations with clients about gambling and how to effectively screen for Gambling Disorder. Finally\, participants will have the opportunity to practice screening for Gambling Disorder. \nAlthough it is not required\, we strongly encourage participants to attend both Part I and Part II of this training series. Register for Introduction to Screening & Assessment for Gambling Disorder: Part II (Assessment). \nCost: Free \nLocation: Virtual \nNumber of CEs: 1.5 \nInstructional Level: Introductory \nLearning Objectives \n\nExplain the importance of screening clients seeking mental health or addiction treatment for Gambling Disorder.\nIdentify two Gambling Disorder screening tools and describe their differences.\nRecognize important factors to consider when choosing between Gambling Disorder screening tools.\nArticulate and apply best practices in screening for Gambling Disorder.\n\nAgenda \n\nIntroduction to screening for Gambling Disorder\nScreening tools for Gambling Disorder\nActivity: Selecting a screening tool\nBest practices for screening for Gambling Disorder\nSkills practice: Role play activity\n\nInstructor Bios \nInstructor #1: Kira Landauer\, MPH; Technical Assistance Coordinator for the Massachusetts Technical Assistance Center for Problem Gambling Treatment  and Community Health Educator Supervisor at the Division on Addiction at Cambridge Health Alliance. Ms. Landauer has developed and facilitated in-person and online training on a variety of topics pertaining to Gambling Disorder (including screening for Gambling Disorder) for Massachusetts social workers\, mental health and addiction specialists\, and healthcare specialists; Massachusetts Substance Use Helpline staffers; peer recovery specialists and support staff; and members of support groups for family and friends of loved ones experiencing addiction. Ms. Landauer manages Gambling Disorder Screening Day – an international grassroots movement started by the Division on Addiction at Cambridge Health Alliance to support and encourage providers to screen clients for Gambling Disorder. \nInstructor #2: Elizabeth Bice\, BA; Program Associate for the Massachusetts Technical Assistance Center for Problem Gambling Treatment and Program Coordinator at Health Resources in Action. Ms. Bice has developed and facilitated online training on a variety of topics pertaining to Gambling Disorder (including promoting problem gambling services and Gambling Disorder treatment best practices) for Massachusetts social workers\, mental health and addiction specialists\, and healthcare specialists. \nInstructor #3: Deborah Rodriguez\, LICSW\, PhD. Ms. Rodriguez is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with over 16 years of experience working with at-risk populations and co-occurring disorders in the Greater Springfield area. She is a doctoral candidate from Simmons University in Boston and earned her Master’s Degree from the University of Connecticut School of Social Work. Her varied professional experience with behavioral health ranges from community mental health services and advocacy to extensive relationship-building with community members and leaders. Ms. Rodriguez is an adjunct professor for Our Lady of Elms Social Work Program\, and is providing direct care through her private practice Faros Counseling. \n  \nApproval Statements \n\nAmerican Psychological Association (APA) – The Division on Addiction is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. The Division on Addiction maintains responsibility for this program and its content. This program offers 1.5 continuing education credits.\nNAADAC\, the Association for Addiction Professionals – This course has been approved by the Division on Addiction\, as a NAADAC Approved Education Provider\, for educational credits. NAADAC Provider #84058\, the Division on Addiction is responsible for all aspects of the programing.\nNational Association of Social Workers (NASW) – This program has been approved for 1.5 Social Work Continuing Education hours for relicensure\, in accordance with 258 CMR. NASW-MA Chapter CE Approving Program\, Authorization Number D 92179-1.\nLicensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC) – The Massachusetts Technical Assistance Center for Problem Gambling Treatment is authorized by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health to sponsor\, conduct or approve continuing education programs for alcohol and drug counselors/assistants (LADCs). This program offers 1.5 continuing education credits.\n\n  \nFunding Statement: The Division on Addiction and Health Resources in Action collaborated to produce this M-TAC training/course\, which is funded by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health\, Office of Problem Gambling Services. The instructors have no financial interests that might create a conflict of interest in the development or delivery of this training. Click here to access our full list of our funders and conflict of interest/grievance policies and procedures.
URL:https://www.m-tac.org/training/introduction-to-screening-assessment-for-gambling-disorder-part-i-fall-2024/
LOCATION:Virtual/remote training
CATEGORIES:Core
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240626T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240626T160000
DTSTAMP:20260603T204401
CREATED:20230802T195054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240521T220431Z
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SUMMARY:Problem Gambling and Veterans
DESCRIPTION:This training counts toward the MA PGS Certificate Fundamental Coursework \nThis training is for providers and allied health professionals serving veterans and will focus on identifying and addressing problem gambling with veteran clients. \nAll Problem Gambling & Veterans trainings offered through the M-TAC training calendar include the same educational content. The same training is offered on alternative dates. Please be aware that repeat trainings/CE credits are not accepted toward the MA PGS certification.  \nThe learning objectives of this training are as follows: \n\nDistinguish between social and problem gambling\nIdentify consequences of problem gambling\nIdentify veteran populations at risk for problem gambling\nDefine addiction and its signs\nDistinguish between gambling and substance use disorder\nPractice addressing addiction\nName support resources\n\n3 CE credits for the following program are available through this course: \nLicensed Alcohol and Drug Counselors: \n\nMA Technical Assistance Center for Problem Gambling Treatment is authorized by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health to sponsor\, conduct or approve continuing education programs for alcohol and drug counselors/assistants (LADCs).\n\nTRAINING CANCELLATION POLICY: Each Problem Gambling and Veterans training requires a minimum of 10 participants. Trainings with fewer than 10 participants will be canceled\, given the challenges that arise with facilitating an interactive 3-hour training with less than 10 active participants. Registrants will be notified of any training cancellations by email and will be referred to additional resources and upcoming trainings.
URL:https://www.m-tac.org/training/problem-gambling-veterans-9/
LOCATION:Virtual/remote training
CATEGORIES:Fundamental
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240621T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240621T130000
DTSTAMP:20260603T204401
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SUMMARY:Cultivating Cultural Humility in Practice: A critical self-reflection journey (Spring 2024)
DESCRIPTION:This training counts toward the MA PGS Certificate Core Competency Coursework \nEmbark on this self-evaluation and self-critique journey with us. This training is an introduction to people who want to learn some tools on being more culturally humble and responsive by examining their own biases\, beliefs\, and cultural identities. We will explore together how providers can begin to work towards consciously demonstrating cultural humility in their client interactions to best support people experiencing problem gambling and co-occurring disorders. \nNumber of CE(s): 2 \nInstructional Level: Introductory  \nLearning Objectives: \n\n Increase understanding of cultural humility\, bias\, and stigma. \n Learn how to utilize the Cultural Formulation tool.\n Learn tools to help participants examine their own bias\, critically self-reflect\, and gain more self-knowledge.\n Learn the principles of demonstrating cultural humility in problem gambling treatment.\n\nAgenda: \n\n Introduction to Cultural Humility \n Cultural Humility Identity Activity \n Implicit Bias\n Cultural Formulation\, Including Case Study\n Stigma\n Closing Thoughts and Discussion on Actions to Take After Completing This Training \n\n  \nInstructor Bios:  \nInstructor #1: Seth McCullock\, PhD is a Research & Evaluation Scientist at the Division on Addiction\, Cambridge Health Alliance\, a Harvard Medical School teaching hospital. He joined the Division in September of 2022. His primary research interest is in understanding how to effectively design health promotion messages to influence human behavior\, especially in the contexts of health stigma and misinformation. He received his PhD in Communication from Purdue University in 2022. At the Division\, Dr. McCullock contributes to writing for the Brief Addiction Science Information Source (BASIS) research blog and is currently involved with several ongoing research projects. These projects relate to understanding responsible drinking behaviors\, assessing a mental health screening tool\, and conducting community education\, engagement\, and outreach efforts. His research has appeared in several journals including Journal of Health Communication\, Health Communication\, Communication Studies\, Journal of American College Health\, and Health Promotion Practice. Dr. McCullock has presented his research at regional\, national\, and international conferences and has received several top paper awards for his research. \nInstructor #2: Deborah Rodriguez\, LICSW\, PhD. Ms. Rodriguez is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with over 16 years of experience working with at-risk populations and co-occurring disorders in the Greater Springfield area. She is a doctoral candidate from Simmons University in Boston and earned her Master’s Degree from the University of Connecticut School of Social Work. Her varied professional experience with behavioral health ranges from community mental health services and advocacy to extensive relationship-building with community members and leaders. Ms. Rodriguez is an adjunct professor for Our Lady of Elms Social Work Program\, and is providing direct care through her private practice Faros Counseling. \nInstructor #3: Elizabeth Bice\, BA; Program Associate for the Massachusetts Technical Assistance Center for Problem Gambling Treatment and Program Coordinator at Health Resources in Action. Ms. Bice has developed and facilitated online training on a variety of topics pertaining to Gambling Disorder (including promoting problem gambling services and Gambling Disorder treatment best practices) for Massachusetts social workers\, mental health and addiction specialists\, and healthcare specialists. \n  \nApproval Statements: \n\nAmerican Psychological Association (APA) – The Division on Addiction is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. The Division on Addiction maintains responsibility for this program and its content. This program offers 2 continuing education credits.\nNational Association for Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Counselors (NAADAC) –  The Division on Addiction is a NAADAC Approved Distance Learning Provider (provider number 84058). Application for this specific program has been submitted. Please contact us at hgray@cha.harvard.edu for the status of application.\nNational Association of Social Workers (NASW) – This program has been approved for 2.0 Social Work Continuing Education hours for relicensure\, in accordance with 258 CMR. NASW-MA Chapter CE Approving Program\, Authorization Number D 92673-2.\nLicensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC) – The Massachusetts Technical Assistance Center for Problem Gambling Treatment is authorized by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health to sponsor\, conduct or approve continuing education programs for alcohol and drug counselors/assistants (LADCs). This program offers 2 continuing education credits.\n\nFunding Statement: The Division on Addiction and Health Resources in Action collaborated to produce this M-TAC training/course\, which is funded by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health\, Office of Problem Gambling Services. The instructors have no financial interests that might create a conflict of interest in the development or delivery of this training. Click here to access our full list of our funders and conflict of interest/grievance policies and procedures. 
URL:https://www.m-tac.org/training/introduction-to-cultural-humility-3/
LOCATION:Virtual/remote training
CATEGORIES:Core
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SUMMARY:The Intersection of Money & Mind: Supporting Mental Health Through Financial Education (Spring 2024)
DESCRIPTION:This training counts toward the MA PGS Certificate Fundamental Coursework \nThis 2-hour training will serve as an introduction to counselors\, administrators\, etc. to financial literacy and how it can be used as a tool to help clients potentially experiencing gambling-related harm. Participants will learn about key points regarding the lottery and financial literacy. They will be asked to reflect and identify strategies of how they can bring financial literacy supports to their clients. Finally\, instructors will demonstrate a variety of online financial literacy tools. \nCost: Free \nLocation: Virtual \nNumber of CE(s): 2 \nInstructional Level: Introductory \nLearning Objectives \n\nDefine Financial Literacy \nUnderstand lottery consumption  \nDescribe to clients how financial literacy can benefit their mental health \nIdentify online budgeting tools and be able to help a client use these tools \n\nInstructor: Pedro Sánchez Jr. is an author\, entrepreneur\, leadership coach\, financial consultant\, and Founder of BlueX. Sánchez has over 20 years of experience in leadership development\, engineering\, management\, coaching\, and training in diverse sectors and organizations. He has trained in Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University and the Maxwell Leadership Team— and\, throughout the years\, has developed strategies that have demonstrated positive outcomes for diverse communities. Most recently\, he has developed a self-paced financial literacy program designed to serve the Latino Community. \nCE credits for the following program are available through this course: \nLicensed Alcohol and Drug Counselors \n\nMA Technical Assistance Center for Problem Gambling Treatment is authorized by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health to sponsor\, conduct or approve continuing education programs for alcohol and drug counselors/assistants (LADCs).
URL:https://www.m-tac.org/training/the-intersection-of-money-mind-supporting-mental-health-through-financial-education/
LOCATION:Virtual/remote training
CATEGORIES:Core
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240607T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240607T113000
DTSTAMP:20260603T204401
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SUMMARY:Sports Betting from the Front Line: Treating Sports Betting in Clinical Practice (Spring 2024)
DESCRIPTION:This training counts toward the MA PGS Certificate \nThis training will be offered by M-TAC’s colleagues at The Better Institute.  In this webinar\, we’ll examine the relationship between sports betting\, athletes\, and problem gambling. We’ll explore recent research findings to understand the key risk factors associated with athletes and individuals with athletic backgrounds. Additionally\, we’ll discuss practical strategies for clinicians working with gambling clients\, including utilizing athletes’ past experiences to develop effective treatment plans. By leveraging their strengths and resilience\, we aim to provide support for their journey towards recovery. \nCost: Free \nLocation: Virtual \nNumber of CE(s): 2 \nInstructional Level: Introductory \nInstructor Bio:  \nLearning Objectives: \n\nReview current research on sports betting\, athletes\, and problem gambling.\nUnderstand the risk factors for athletes and problem gambling.\nLearn how to utilize past athletic experiences to develop effective gambling treatment plans.\nApply evidence-informed clinical interventions with most sports bettors during therapy.\n\n2  CE credits for the following program are available through this course: \nLicensed Alcohol and Drug Counselors \n\nMA Technical Assistance Center for Problem Gambling Treatment is authorized by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health to sponsor\, conduct or approve continuing education programs for alcohol and drug counselors/assistants (LADCs).\n\nSpeaker Bios:  \nJody Bechtold\, LCSW\, ICGC-II\, BACC\, IGDC\, CGT is a highly regarded gambling addiction expert working extensively across the globe with individuals\, organizations\, and associations. She is the CEO of The Better Institute\, a group practice located in Pittsburgh\, PA. She is the co-author of The Gambling Disorder Treatment Handbook: A Guide for Mental Health Professionals (2021) and 2 chapters in the Social Workers Desk Reference v 4 on Gambling and Gaming Disorders\, published in 2022. She serves as an Advisor to several startup and non-profits organizations including GamFin\, Birches Health\, and Seagulls Flock Organization in the Philippines. She also serves as an Emeritus board member for the International Gambling Counselor Certification Board (IGCCB). Jody holds a master’s degree in social work from the University of Pittsburgh’s School of Social Work and has several certifications with the International Gambling Counselor Certification Board (ICGC-II\, IGDC\, BACC\, CGT). \nRob Bumbaco LCSW\, CMC is a licensed clinical social worker and certified mental coach. Rob earned his master’s degree in social work from the University of Pittsburgh and his bachelor’s degree in psychology from Niagara University. Rob is the COO of The Better Institute\, a private practice located in Pittsburgh\, PA. In addition to his clinical background\, Rob is a former Division 1 athlete.  Rob is the founder of Back in the Game. Back in the Game is a program within The Better Institute designed to support athletes in the following areas: sports performance\, recovery from injury\, at-risk behaviors\, and /mental health. He hosts the weekly podcast Back in the Game: A Sports and Mindset Podcast.
URL:https://www.m-tac.org/training/sports-betting-from-the-front-line-sports-betting-in-clinical-practice/
LOCATION:Virtual/remote training
CATEGORIES:Core
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240606T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240606T123000
DTSTAMP:20260603T204401
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SUMMARY:Exploring Pathways of Recovery (Spring 2024)
DESCRIPTION:This training counts toward the MA PGS Certificate Clinical Core Competency Coursework \nWhen we recognize that recovery looks different for every person\, we can better advise our clients. This training will introduce various forms of recovery\, from medication to 12-step programs to cognitive based therapies. Participants will also explore stigma around recovery and how best to support our clients. \nLearning Objectives \nParticipants will be able to: \n\n\n\nDefine recovery\nName 2-3 different pathways of recovery\nExplore the 10 different principles of recovery as defined by SAMHSA\nDiscuss impacts of intersectionality (race\, class\, gender\, etc.) on people’s ability/capacity to access recovery resources\nChallenge personal biases/stigma towards certain recovery pathways\n\n\n\n3 CE credits for the following program are available through this course: \nLicensed Alcohol and Drug Counselors \n\nMA Technical Assistance Center for Problem Gambling Treatment is authorized by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health to sponsor\, conduct or approve continuing education programs for alcohol and drug counselors/assistants (LADCs).\n\nTRAINING CANCELLATION POLICY: Each Exploring Pathways to Recovery training requires a minimum of 10 participants. Trainings with fewer than 10 participants will be canceled\, given the challenges that arise with facilitating an interactive 3-hour training with less than 10 active participants. Registrants will be notified of any training cancellations by email and will be referred to additional resources and upcoming trainings.
URL:https://www.m-tac.org/training/exploring-pathways-of-recovery-2/
LOCATION:Virtual/remote training
CATEGORIES:Core
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240605T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240605T123000
DTSTAMP:20260603T204402
CREATED:20230802T200311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T205259Z
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SUMMARY:M-TAC Summer 2024 Statewide Meeting
DESCRIPTION:This meeting counts toward the MA PGS Certificate Fundamental Coursework \nM-TAC Statewide meetings are open to anyone who would like to attend. The meetings are a space to discuss important updates about gambling in Massachusetts\, successes and challenges in providing problem gambling-related services\, best practices\, and other topics. \nThis is an opportunity to meet others who have an interest in problem gambling treatment and referrals. \n1.5 CE credits for the following program is available: \nLicensed Alcohol and Drug Counselors \n\nMA Technical Assistance Center for Problem Gambling Treatment is authorized by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health to sponsor\, conduct or approve continuing education programs for alcohol and drug counselors/assistants (LADCs).
URL:https://www.m-tac.org/training/mtac-summer-statewide-meeting/
LOCATION:Virtual/remote training
CATEGORIES:Fundamental
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240517T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240517T123000
DTSTAMP:20260603T204402
CREATED:20230802T194705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240521T203958Z
UID:10000114-1715938200-1715949000@www.m-tac.org
SUMMARY:Problem Gambling and Veterans
DESCRIPTION:This training counts toward the MA PGS Certificate Fundamental Coursework \nThis training is for providers and allied health professionals serving veterans and will focus on identifying and addressing problem gambling with veteran clients. \nAll Problem Gambling & Veterans trainings offered through the M-TAC training calendar include the same educational content. The same training is offered on alternative dates. Please be aware that repeat trainings/CE credits are not accepted toward the MA PGS certification.  \nThe learning objectives of this training are as follows: \n\nDistinguish between social and problem gambling\nIdentify consequences of problem gambling\nIdentify veteran populations at risk for problem gambling\nDefine addiction and its signs\nDistinguish between gambling and substance use disorder\nPractice addressing addiction\nName support resources\n\n3 CE credits for the following program are available through this course: \nLicensed Alcohol and Drug Counselors: \n\nMA Technical Assistance Center for Problem Gambling Treatment is authorized by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health to sponsor\, conduct or approve continuing education programs for alcohol and drug counselors/assistants (LADCs).\n\nTRAINING CANCELLATION POLICY: Each Problem Gambling and Veterans training requires a minimum of 10 participants. Trainings with fewer than 10 participants will be canceled\, given the challenges that arise with facilitating an interactive 3-hour training with less than 10 active participants. Registrants will be notified of any training cancellations by email and will be referred to additional resources and upcoming trainings. 
URL:https://www.m-tac.org/training/problem-gambling-veterans-8/
LOCATION:Virtual/remote training
CATEGORIES:Fundamental
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DTSTAMP:20260603T204402
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SUMMARY:2024 Massachusetts Problem Gambling Conference: Equity in Action
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URL:https://www.m-tac.org/training/2024-massachusetts-problem-gambling-conference/
CATEGORIES:Core
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240507T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240507T130000
DTSTAMP:20260603T204402
CREATED:20231010T191000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T181727Z
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SUMMARY:Recruitment and Retention Webinar (Spring 2024)
DESCRIPTION:This training counts toward the MA PGS Certificate Supplemental Coursework \nThis 90-minute session will provide a breakdown of the goals of recruitment and retention planning. Experienced and energetic coach Rose Swenson will provide valuable strategies and walk-through solutions to challenges that participants will be able to bring back to their own organizations and staff. Participants are encouraged to share and provide feedback from their own recruitment and retention experiences. \nCost: Free \nLocation: Virtual \nNumber of CE(s): 1.5 \nInstructional Level: Introductory \nLearning Objectives \n\nDiscuss how to develop a Recruitment and Retention Plan to meet staffing demand for outpatient problem gambling treatment\nUnderstand the benefits of planning\nIdentify and respond to key challenges regarding recruitment and retention\n\nInstructor Bios \nInstructor: Rose Swensen\, MBA: Rose Swensen is a Senior Director of Strategic Planning & Organizational Effectiveness at HRiA. For over 20 years\, Ms Swensen has helped a broad range of organizations\, including educational institutions\, public agencies\, nonprofit organizations\, and public health-focused community coalitions\, achieve and sustain excellence. She is an experienced management consultant skilled in strategic planning\, organizational development\, leadership development\, and human resources management models and strategies. Ms. Swensen has also facilitated complex\, multi-sector planning processes for educational\, organizational\, and public health improvement initiatives nationwide. Ms. Swensen is a consultant offering technical assistance services to MassHealth Accountable Care Organizations and Community Partners through the DSRIP program\, and leads in the Performance Improvement domain. Prior to joining HRiA\, Ms. Swensen was Co-Director of the Western Pennsylvania Educational Leadership Initiative\, a program at the University of Pittsburgh School of Education designed to enhance leadership skills and practices among a cohort of 17 school districts. Ms. Swensen has a Master of Business Administration\, with a concentration in Management and Human Resources\, from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. She received a Bachelor of Arts with Highest Distinction\, and is a member of Phi Beta Kappa\, from the University of Michigan-Ann Arbor. \nApproval Statement \n\nLicensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC) – The Massachusetts Technical Assistance Center for Problem Gambling Treatment is authorized by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health to sponsor\, conduct or approve continuing education programs for alcohol and drug counselors/assistants (LADCs). This program offers 1.5 continuing education credits.
URL:https://www.m-tac.org/training/recruitment-and-retention-webinar-3/
LOCATION:Virtual/remote training
CATEGORIES:Fundamental
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240426T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240426T150000
DTSTAMP:20260603T204402
CREATED:20240318T153734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240521T221204Z
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SUMMARY:Laying the Foundation for Racial Equity: A Reflection Session (Part 2)
DESCRIPTION:This training counts toward the MA PGS Certificate \nThis reflection session is meant to help participants process their thoughts\, experiences\, and feelings regarding integrating racial equity into practice. Through reviewing the intersectionality of our clients\, peers\, and as a society we open the path of empathy and understanding that can positively influence us as a collective. \nAlthough it is not required\, we strongly encourage participants to attend both Part I and Part II of this training series. Register for Laying the Foundation for Racial Equity (Part 1). \nTraining facilitators will provide an additional 30 minutes to assist individuals who have questions\, concerns\, or thoughts after the conclusion of the reflection session. Joining this space is optional\, and it will not count for CEs. \nCost: Free \nLocation: Virtual \nNumber of CE(s): 2 \nInstructional Level: Introductory \nLearning Objectives: \n\nLearn how to use transparent language for feedback and assessment.\nAcknowledgment and re-evaluation of privileges and racial equity.\nExploration of intersectionality and how it can be imbued and applied in advancing racial equity with clients.\nGain techniques to combat explicit and unconscious racial biases within the workplace\, Massachusetts\, and the US.\n\nLicensed CE(s):  \nLicensed Alcohol and Drug Counselors \n\nMA Technical Assistance Center for Problem Gambling Treatment is authorized by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health to sponsor\, conduct or approve continuing education programs for alcohol and drug counselors/assistants (LADCs).\n\nInstructor Bios:  \nInstructor: Glimar Rodriguez Parrilla (she/her)\, LADCI\, LCSW\, MA PGS \nGlimar Rodriguez Parrilla\, LADCI\, LCSW brings over 16 years of experience in various medical and social service positions in behavioral health care. In her current role as a Program Manager at Boston ASAP\, is responsible for the development\, implementation and oversight of systems that are used to provide services used in the day-to-day operations. Glimar also provides clinical services through the various program offered in the Community Clinic. \nGlimar earned her B.A in Social Psychology at University of Massachusetts Boston\, a Masters in Clinical Social Work at Simmons University where she was part of the SIMPACT-SOWEP Scholar program\, SIMPACT-SOWEP (Simmons Opioid Workforce Expansion Program) aims to increase the number of social workers with competencies in evidence-based OUD and other SUD prevention\, treatment\, and recovery services in high demand\, high need areas through the enhancement of community-based experiential training and faculty development. For the last 11 years Glimar has dedicated her direct service practice in the field of mental health and substance use to at-risk and high need populations through the continuum of care from inpatient transitional services to community services and engagement. In addition\, for the past 7 years\, she has been credentialed in various training curricula for clinicians and employees within other community partners agencies\, the Community Clinic\, as well as The Champions Network (Doc Wayne). \nInstructor: Maya A. Williams (she/he)\, LMHC\, MA PGS earned her bachelor’s degree in psychology from the illustrious Clark Atlanta University\, a historically black college and university (HBCU) located in Atlanta\, Georgia. Maya then sought to earn her master’s degree in clinical psychology and graduated from the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth. Maya is a licensed mental health counselor and is certified as a Problem Gambling Specialist\, Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist (CCTP)\, ADHD-Certified Clinical Services Provider (ADHD-CCSP)\, and Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional (CCATP). Maya is an independently contracted Clinical Therapist at Sondermind and a Clinical Therapist and Consultant at Wellness for Our Future\, LLC\, a black and woman-owned group practice located in Randolph\, MA. \n 
URL:https://www.m-tac.org/training/laying-the-foundation-for-racial-equity-a-reflection-session-part-2/
LOCATION:Virtual/remote training
CATEGORIES:Core
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240424T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240424T123000
DTSTAMP:20260603T204402
CREATED:20230802T194441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240515T163401Z
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SUMMARY:Problem Gambling & Veterans
DESCRIPTION:This training counts toward the MA PGS Certificate Fundamental Coursework \nThis training is for providers and allied health professionals serving veterans and will focus on identifying and addressing problem gambling with veteran clients. \nAll Problem Gambling & Veterans trainings offered through the M-TAC training calendar include the same educational content. The same training is offered on alternative dates. Please be aware that repeat trainings/CE credits are not accepted toward the MA PGS certification.  \nThe learning objectives of this training are as follows: \n\nDistinguish between social and problem gambling\nIdentify consequences of problem gambling\nIdentify veteran populations at risk for problem gambling\nDefine addiction and its signs\nDistinguish between gambling and substance use disorder\nPractice addressing addiction\nName support resources\n\n3 CE credits for the following program are available through this course: \nLicensed Alcohol and Drug Counselors: \n\nMA Technical Assistance Center for Problem Gambling Treatment is authorized by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health to sponsor\, conduct or approve continuing education programs for alcohol and drug counselors/assistants (LADCs).\n\nTRAINING CANCELLATION POLICY: Each Problem Gambling and Veterans training requires a minimum of 10 participants. Trainings with fewer than 10 participants will be canceled\, given the challenges that arise with facilitating an interactive 3-hour training with less than 10 active participants. Registrants will be notified of any training cancellations by email and will be referred to additional resources and upcoming trainings. 
URL:https://www.m-tac.org/training/problem-gambling-veterans-7/
LOCATION:Virtual/remote training
CATEGORIES:Fundamental
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240417T130000
DTSTAMP:20260603T204402
CREATED:20240301T222606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240521T221347Z
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SUMMARY:Laying the Foundation for Racial Equity (Part 1)
DESCRIPTION:This training counts toward the MA PGS Certificate \nTo engage in meaningful racial equity work\, we must start by understanding our individual\, interpersonal\, and institutional roles to advance racial equity in Massachusetts and nationally. But where do we begin? In this training\, we will provide foundational knowledge and skills to understand and advance racial equity\, with the vision of mobilizing us both individually and collectively. Participants will discuss key racial equity concepts\, understand the historical context of systemic racism and power imbalances in the US and Massachusetts\, and explore how systemic racism sustains inequities to this day. This training will lay the foundation as we shift to thinking about advancing racial equity in our work. \nAlthough it is not required\, we strongly encourage participants to attend both Part I and Part II of this training series. Register for Laying the Foundation for Racial Equity: A Reflection Session (Part 2). \nCost: Free \nLocation: Virtual \nNumber of CE(s): 3 \nInstructional Level: Introductory \nLearning Objectives: \n\nDefine racial equity and related concepts\nDescribe the historical context of systemic racism and power imbalances in the US and Massachusetts\nIdentify how systemic racism sustains inequities\n\n3 CE credits for the following program are available through this course: \nLicensed Alcohol and Drug Counselors \n\nMA Technical Assistance Center for Problem Gambling Treatment is authorized by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health to sponsor\, conduct or approve continuing education programs for alcohol and drug counselors/assistants (LADCs).\n\nInstructor Bio:  \nInstructor: Jennifer Masdea\, MPH (she/her) is the Health and Racial Equity Training Director at Health Resources in Action (HRiA). Ms. Masdea holds over 15 years of public health experience in various capacities including training and technical assistance\, community engagement\, strategic planning\, program evaluation\, and project management. Ms. Masdea dedicates her unique skillset toward integrating racial equity and public health practice. Ms. Masdea has worked with several clients in the public sector striving to advance health and racial equity including the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene\, the City of Boston\, the Massachusetts Department of Public Health\, Lincoln County Health and Human Services\, and the Oregon Health Authority. Ms. Masdea holds an MPH from the Boston University School of Public Health and a BA from the University of Massachusetts Boston.
URL:https://www.m-tac.org/training/laying-the-foundation-for-racial-equity/
LOCATION:Virtual/remote training
CATEGORIES:Core
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240403T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240403T130000
DTSTAMP:20260603T204402
CREATED:20230802T193820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241002T145631Z
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SUMMARY:Gambling Disorder Treatment in Practice (Spring 2024)
DESCRIPTION:This training counts toward the MA PGS Certificate Clinical Core Competency Coursework. \nThis training uses a flipped classroom model. The flipped classroom model is sometimes referred to as “active learning” where participants engage with educational content to learn basic knowledge and key concepts of the training topic prior to attending the training. This educational content could be in the form of watching videos\, reading research articles\, and preparing discussion questions. \nParticipants are expected to complete all pre-training work and will receive CE credit for both their pre-training work and time attending the training. The estimated time for pre-training work (50 minutes) and the live training content (70 minutes) will equal a combined total of 120 minutes\, (2 CE credits). As a result of adapting this model\, we are setting a higher expectation for participants and anticipate that they will come to the training prepared to engage in creative discussion\, ideally with cameras on and microphones functioning. \nThis interactive training will give participants the opportunity to practice using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing strategies in the context of treating a client with Gambling Disorder. \n  \nCost: Free \nLocation: Virtual \nNumber of CE(s): 2 \nInstructional Level: Intermediate \n  \nLearning Objectives \n\nIdentify specific therapeutic interventions that can be used when working with a client with gambling-related problems.\nUsing role-play and discussion activities\, increase knowledge of how to implement CBT/MI interventions into real life practice.\nParticipants will be able to define the term “cognitive distortion” and identify specific examples of distortions related to gambling.\n\n  \nAgenda \nIndependent Work to be done prior to the live session (45 minutes) \n\nRead “Motivational Interviewing in Problem Gambling Counseling” by Letty Tumbaga\, Lukas Ryan\, and Elissa Macaw. Participants will be provided with the pdf.\nRead the “Clinical Simulation” paragraph (70 words) and watch “Clinical Simulation” video\nRead the supplemental worksheet ”Change Your Thinking”. Participants will be provided with a .pdf of the worksheet.\nRead the supplemental worksheet “Socratic Questions”. Participants will be provided with a .pdf of the worksheet.\nAnswer required quiz questions based on independent work material.\n\nLive Session (75 minutes) \n\nCognitive distortion activity\nIntroduction to therapist and client role-play activity\nBreakout room role-play activity\nGroup discussion of role-play activity\n\n  \nInstructor Bios \nInstructor #1: Elizabeth Bice\, BA; Program Coordinator for the Massachusetts Technical Assistance Center for Problem Gambling Treatment and Program Coordinator at Health Resources in Action. Ms. Bice has developed and facilitated online training on a variety of topics pertaining to Gambling Disorder (including promoting problem gambling services) for Massachusetts social workers\, mental health and addiction specialists\, and healthcare specialists. \nInstructor #2: Nakita Sconsoni\, MSW; Community Health Educator at the Division on Addiction at Cambridge Health Alliance. Ms. Sconsoni completed her graduate level internship at the Center for Life Management in Derry\, NH where she worked as a mental health therapist for adults comorbidly diagnosed with an developmental disability and a mental health condition. She has also developed and facilitated in-person and online trainings on a variety of topics pertaining to Gambling Disorder (including treatment best practices) for Massachusetts social workers\, mental health and addiction specialists\, healthcare specialists\, and peer recovery specialists and support staff. \nInstructor #3: Glimar Rodriguez Parrilla\, LADCI\, LCSW; Program Manager at Boston ASAP. Glimar brings over 16 years of experience in various medical and social service positions in behavioral health care. In her current role at Boston ASAP\, she is responsible for the development\, implementation and oversight of systems that are used to provide services used in the day-to-day operations. Glimar also provides clinical services through the various programs offered in the Community Clinic. She earned her BA in Social Psychology at University of Massachusetts Boston\, a Masters in Clinical Social Work at Simmons University where she was part of the SIMPACT-SOWEP Scholar program\, SIMPACT-SOWEP (Simmons Opioid Workforce Expansion Program) aims to increase the number of social workers with competencies in evidence-based OUD and other SUD prevention\, treatment\, and recovery services in high demand\, high need areas through the enhancement of community-based experiential training and faculty development. For the last 11 years\, Glimar has dedicated her direct service practice in the field of mental health and substance use to at-risk and high need populations through the continuum of care from inpatient transitional services to community services and engagement. In addition\, for the past 7 years\, she has been credentialed in various training curricula for clinicians and employees within other community partners agencies\, the Community Clinic\, as well as The Champions Network (Doc Wayne). \n  \nApproval Statements \n\nAmerican Psychological Association (APA) – The Division on Addiction is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. The Division on Addiction maintains responsibility for this program and its content. This program offers 2 continuing education credits.\nNational Association for Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Counselors (NAADAC) –  This course has been approved by the Division on Addiction\, as a NAADAC Approved Education Provider\, for 2.0 CEs. NAADAC Provider #84058\, the Division on Addiction is responsible for all aspects of the programing.\nNational Association of Social Workers (NASW) – This program has been approved for 2.0 Social Work Continuing Education hours for relicensure\, in accordance with 258 CMR. NASW-MA Chapter CE Approving Program\, Authorization Number D 92533.\nLicensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC) – The Massachusetts Technical Assistance Center for Problem Gambling Treatment is authorized by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health to sponsor\, conduct or approve continuing education programs for alcohol and drug counselors/assistants (LADCs). This program offers 2 continuing education credits.\n\n  \nFunding Statement: The Division on Addiction and Health Resources in Action collaborated to produce this M-TAC training/course\, which is funded by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health\, Office of Problem Gambling Services. The instructors have no financial interests that might create a conflict of interest in the development or delivery of this training. Click here to access our full list of our funders and conflict of interest/grievance policies and procedures.  \n 
URL:https://www.m-tac.org/training/introduction-to-gambling-disorder-treatment-best-practices-4/
LOCATION:Virtual/remote training
CATEGORIES:Core
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240315T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240315T123000
DTSTAMP:20260603T204402
CREATED:20230802T193112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240816T122544Z
UID:10000111-1710495000-1710505800@www.m-tac.org
SUMMARY:Opioid Overdose Rescue and Prevention (Spring 2024)
DESCRIPTION:This training counts toward the MA PGS Certificate Fundamental Coursework \nIn the overdose rescue portion of this training\, participants will learn about opioids and risk factors for overdose. They will then explore strategies for rescues and practice strategies through scenarios. In the overdose prevention portion\, participants will explore strategies to address the risks of overdose with a harm reduction approach. The scenario-based training provides opportunities for discussion and practice about issues of safety\, motivational interviewing\, and moving toward behavior change. \nLearning Objectives \nParticipants will be able to: \n\n\n\nName 5 risk factors for opioid overdoses\nDistinguish between someone who is “really high” versus overdosing\nDescribe how to assess for opioid overdose\nExplain how Naloxone works to reverse opioid overdoses\nPractice how to administer Naloxone\nName 2-3 principles of harm reduction\nDescribe 4-5 harm reduction strategies\nExplain the stages of change framework and how this can influence change/talk behavior\nPractice Safety Planning strategies\nName 2-3 precautions to prevent overdose in programs\n\n\n\n3 CE credits for the following program are available through this course: \nLicensed Alcohol and Drug Counselors \n\nMA Technical Assistance Center for Problem Gambling Treatment is authorized by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health to sponsor\, conduct or approve continuing education programs for alcohol and drug counselors/assistants (LADCs).\n\nTRAINING CANCELLATION POLICY: Each Opioid Overdose Rescue and Prevention training requires a minimum of 10 participants. Trainings with fewer than 10 participants will be canceled\, given the challenges that arise with facilitating an interactive 3-hour training with less than 10 active participants. Registrants will be notified of any training cancellations by email and will be referred to additional resources and upcoming trainings.
URL:https://www.m-tac.org/training/opioid-overdose-rescue-and-prevention-2/
LOCATION:Virtual/remote training
CATEGORIES:Fundamental
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240228T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240228T120000
DTSTAMP:20260603T204402
CREATED:20230802T192619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T181917Z
UID:10000110-1709118000-1709121600@www.m-tac.org
SUMMARY:M-TAC Spring 2024 Statewide Meeting
DESCRIPTION:This meeting counts toward the MA PGS Certificate Fundamental Coursework \nM-TAC Statewide meetings are open to anyone who would like to attend. The meetings are a space to discuss important updates about gambling in Massachusetts\, successes and challenges in providing problem gambling-related services\, best practices\, and other topics. \nThis is an opportunity to meet others who have an interest in problem gambling treatment and referrals. \n1 CE credit for the following program is available: \nLicensed Alcohol and Drug Counselors \n\nMA Technical Assistance Center for Problem Gambling Treatment is authorized by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health to sponsor\, conduct or approve continuing education programs for alcohol and drug counselors/assistants (LADCs).
URL:https://www.m-tac.org/training/spring-mtac-statewide-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Virtual/remote training
CATEGORIES:Fundamental
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240216T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240216T130000
DTSTAMP:20260603T204402
CREATED:20230802T191416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240813T223421Z
UID:10000109-1708084800-1708088400@www.m-tac.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Screening & Assessment for Gambling Disorder: Part II (Spring 2024)
DESCRIPTION:This training counts toward the MA PGS Certificate Clinical Core Competency Coursework \nThis interactive training will introduce participants to screening and assessment for Gambling Disorder among clients seeking mental health or addiction treatment. This training is Part II of a two-part series. Part II focuses on assessment for Gambling Disorder. In this training\, participants will learn what steps to take after a client screens positive for Gambling Disorder\, including conducting an assessment. Participants will learn how to assess clients for Gambling Disorder using the DSM-5 criteria and will become familiar with best practices for assessment for Gambling Disorder. \nAlthough it is not required\, we strongly encourage participants to attend both Part I and Part II of this training series. Register for Introduction to Screening & Assessment for Gambling Disorder: Part I (Screening). \n  \nCost: Free \nLocation: Virtual \n Number of CE(s): 1 \nInstructional Level: Introductory \n  \nLearning Objectives \n\nExplain what steps should be taken after a client screens positive for Gambling Disorder.\nDescribe the diagnostic criteria for Gambling Disorder.\nArticulate and apply best practices for assessment for Gambling Disorder.\n\n  \nAgenda \n\nRecap of screening for Gambling Disorder\nIntroduction to assessment for Gambling Disorder\nDiagnostic criteria for Gambling Disorder (DSM-5)\nBest practices in assessment for Gambling Disorder\nSkills practice: Case discussion\n\n  \nInstructor Bios \nInstructor #1: Kira Landauer\, MPH; Technical Assistance Coordinator for the Massachusetts Technical Assistance Center for Problem Gambling Treatment and Community Health Educator at the Division on Addiction at Cambridge Health Alliance. Ms. Landauer has developed and facilitated in-person and online training on a variety of topics pertaining to Gambling Disorder (including screening for Gambling Disorder) for Massachusetts social workers\, mental health and addiction specialists\, and healthcare specialists; Massachusetts Substance Use Helpline staffers; peer recovery specialists and support staff; and members of support groups for family and friends of loved ones experiencing addiction. Ms. Landauer manages Gambling Disorder Screening Day – an international grassroots movement started by the Division on Addiction at Cambridge Health Alliance to support and encourage providers (including social workers) to screen clients for Gambling Disorder. \nInstructor #2: Heather Sumba\, MS; Technical Assistance Coordinator for the Massachusetts Technical Assistance Center for Problem Gambling Treatment and Senior Associate on the Strategic Planning & Organizational Effectiveness team at Health Resources in Action. Ms. Sumba has over 10 years of experience in the non-profit sector\, primarily in administration and operations supporting organizational growth. Ms. Sumba currently provides technical assistance for problem gambling treatment to multiple outpatient sites\, which includes developing and promoting problem gambling-related material for Massachusetts\, social workers\, mental health and addiction specialists\, healthcare specialists\, and peer recovery specialists and support staff. \nInstructor #3: Glimar Rodriguez Parrilla\, LADCI\, LCSW. Ms. Rodriguez Parrilla brings over 16 years of experience in various medical and social service positions in behavioral health care. In her current role as a Program Manager at Boston ASAP\, she is responsible for the development\, implementation and oversight of the systems used to provide services in support of day-to-day operations. Ms. Rodriguez Parrilla also provides clinical services through the various program offered in the Community Clinic. She earned her B.A in Social Psychology from University of Massachusetts Boston\, and Masters in Clinical Social Work from Simmons University. For the past 11 years\, she has dedicated her direct service practice in the field of mental health and substance use to at-risk and high need populations through the continuum of care from inpatient transitional services to community services and engagement. And for the past 7 years\, she has been credentialed in various training curricula for clinicians and employees within other community partners agencies\, the Community Clinic\, as well as The Champions Network (Doc Wayne). \n  \nApproval Statements \n\nAmerican Psychological Association (APA) – The Division on Addiction is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. The Division on Addiction maintains responsibility for this program and its content. This program offers 1 continuing education credits.\nNational Association for Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Counselors (NAADAC) – This course has been approved by the Division on Addiction\, as a NAADAC Approved Education Provider\, for 1.0 CE. NAADAC Provider #84058\, the Division on Addiction is responsible for all aspects of the programing.\nNational Association of Social Workers (NASW) – This program has been approved for 1.0 Social Work Continuing Education hours for relicensure\, in accordance with 258 CMR. NASW-MA Chapter CE Approving Program\, Authorization Number D 92179-2.\nLicensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC) – The Massachusetts Technical Assistance Center for Problem Gambling Treatment is authorized by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health to sponsor\, conduct or approve continuing education programs for alcohol and drug counselors/assistants (LADCs). This program offers 1 continuing education credits.\n\nFunding Statement: The Division on Addiction and Health Resources in Action collaborated to produce this M-TAC training/course\, which is funded by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health\, Office of Problem Gambling Services. The instructors have no financial interests that might create a conflict of interest in the development or delivery of this training. Click here to access our full list of our funders and conflict of interest/grievance policies and procedures. 
URL:https://www.m-tac.org/training/introduction-to-assessment-for-gambling-disorder-part-2/
LOCATION:Virtual/remote training
CATEGORIES:Core
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240209T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240209T133000
DTSTAMP:20260603T204402
CREATED:20230802T190919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240813T223655Z
UID:10000108-1707480000-1707485400@www.m-tac.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Screening & Assessment for Gambling Disorder: Part I (Spring 2024)
DESCRIPTION:This training counts toward the MA PGS Certificate Clinical Core Competency Coursework \nThis interactive training will introduce participants to screening and assessment for Gambling Disorder among clients seeking mental health or addiction treatment. This training is Part I of a two-part series. Part I focuses on screening for Gambling Disorder. In this training\, participants will be introduced to various Gambling Disorder screening tools and learn how to select a tool that best fits their organization’s needs. Participants will also learn how to initiate conversations with clients about gambling and how to effectively screen for Gambling Disorder. Finally\, participants will have the opportunity to practice screening for Gambling Disorder. \nAlthough it is not required\, we strongly encourage participants to attend both Part I and Part II of this training series.  Register for Introduction to Screening & Assessment for Gambling Disorder: Part II (Assessment). \n  \nCost: Free \nLocation: Virtual \nNumber of CE(s): 1.5 \nInstructional Level: Introductory \n  \nLearning Objectives \n\nExplain the importance of screening clients seeking mental health or addiction treatment for Gambling Disorder.\nIdentify two Gambling Disorder screening tools and describe their differences.\nRecognize important factors to consider when choosing between Gambling Disorder screening tools.\nArticulate and apply best practices in screening for Gambling Disorder.\n\n  \nAgenda \n\nIntroduction to screening for Gambling Disorder\nScreening tools for Gambling Disorder\nActivity: Selecting a screening tool\nBest practices for screening for Gambling Disorder\nSkills practice: Role play activity\n\n  \nInstructor Bios \nInstructor #1: Kira Landauer\, MPH; Technical Assistance Coordinator for the Massachusetts Technical Assistance Center for Problem Gambling Treatment and Community Health Educator Supervisor at the Division on Addiction at Cambridge Health Alliance. Ms. Landauer has developed and facilitated in-person and online training on a variety of topics pertaining to Gambling Disorder (including screening for Gambling Disorder) for Massachusetts social workers\, mental health and addiction specialists\, and healthcare specialists; Massachusetts Substance Use Helpline staffers; peer recovery specialists and support staff; and members of support groups for family and friends of loved ones experiencing addiction. Ms. Landauer manages Gambling Disorder Screening Day – an international grassroots movement started by the Division on Addiction at Cambridge Health Alliance to support and encourage providers to screen clients for Gambling Disorder. \nInstructor #2: Heather Sumba\, MS; Technical Assistance Coordinator for the Massachusetts Technical Assistance Center for Problem Gambling Treatment and Senior Manager on the Strategic Planning & Organizational Effectiveness team at Health Resources in Action. Ms. Sumba has over 18 years of experience in the non-profit sector\, primarily in the areas of administration and operations supporting organizational growth; coalition-building and organizational development\, including governance; providing capacity building assistance services\, including training\, technical assistance\, and facilitation to clients and their stakeholders; and supporting community health improvement initiatives through qualitative data collection\, data synthesis\, planning\, and report development. Ms. Sumba currently provides technical assistance for problem gambling treatment to multiple outpatient sites\, which includes developing\, promoting\, and delivering trainings and problem gambling-related materials for Massachusetts-based social workers\, mental health and addiction specialists\, healthcare specialists\, and peer recovery specialists and support staff. \n  \nApproval Statements \n\nAmerican Psychological Association (APA) – The Division on Addiction is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. The Division on Addiction maintains responsibility for this program and its content. This program offers 1.5 continuing education credits.\nNational Association for Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Counselors (NAADAC) – This course has been approved by the Division on Addiction\, as a NAADAC Approved Education Provider\, for 1.5 CEs. NAADAC Provider #84058\, the Division on Addiction is responsible for all aspects of the programing.\nNational Association of Social Workers (NASW) – This program has been approved for 1.5 Social Work Continuing Education hours for relicensure\, in accordance with 258 CMR. NASW-MA Chapter CE Approving Program\, Authorization Number D 92179-1.\nLicensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC) – The Massachusetts Technical Assistance Center for Problem Gambling Treatment is authorized by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health to sponsor\, conduct or approve continuing education programs for alcohol and drug counselors/assistants (LADCs). This program offers 1.5 continuing education credits.\n\n  \nFunding Statement: The Division on Addiction and Health Resources in Action collaborated to produce this M-TAC training/course\, which is funded by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health\, Office of Problem Gambling Services. The instructors have no financial interests that might create a conflict of interest in the development or delivery of this training. Click here to access our full list of our funders and conflict of interest/grievance policies and procedures. 
URL:https://www.m-tac.org/training/introduction-to-screening-for-gambling-disorder-part-2-2/
LOCATION:Virtual/remote training
CATEGORIES:Core
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240207T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240207T160000
DTSTAMP:20260603T204402
CREATED:20230802T190022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240515T163411Z
UID:10000107-1707310800-1707321600@www.m-tac.org
SUMMARY:Problem Gambling & Veterans
DESCRIPTION:This training counts toward the MA PGS Certificate Fundamental Coursework \nThis training is for providers and allied health professionals serving veterans and will focus on identifying and addressing problem gambling with veteran clients. \nAll Problem Gambling & Veterans trainings offered through the M-TAC training calendar include the same educational content. The same training is offered on alternative dates. Please be aware that repeat trainings/CE credits are not accepted toward the MA PGS certification.  \nThe learning objectives of this training are as follows: \n\nDistinguish between social and problem gambling\nIdentify consequences of problem gambling\nIdentify veteran populations at risk for problem gambling\nDefine addiction and its signs\nDistinguish between gambling and substance use disorder\nPractice addressing addiction\nName support resources\n\n3 CE credits for the following program are available through this course: \nLicensed Alcohol and Drug Counselors: \n\nMA Technical Assistance Center for Problem Gambling Treatment is authorized by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health to sponsor\, conduct or approve continuing education programs for alcohol and drug counselors/assistants (LADCs).\n\nTRAINING CANCELLATION POLICY: Each Problem Gambling and Veterans training requires a minimum of 10 participants. Trainings with fewer than 10 participants will be canceled\, given the challenges that arise with facilitating an interactive 3-hour training with less than 10 active participants. Registrants will be notified of any training cancellations by email and will be referred to additional resources and upcoming trainings. 
URL:https://www.m-tac.org/training/problem-gambling-veterans-6/
LOCATION:Virtual/remote training
CATEGORIES:Fundamental
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240130T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240130T110000
DTSTAMP:20260603T204402
CREATED:20231016T190405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T181933Z
UID:10000121-1706605200-1706612400@www.m-tac.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Financial Literacy (Fall 2023)
DESCRIPTION:This training counts toward the MA PGS Certificate \nThis 2-hour training will serve as an introduction to counselors\, administrators\, etc. to financial literacy and how it can be used as a tool to help clients potentially experiencing gambling-related harm. Participants will learn about key points regarding the lottery and financial literacy. They will be asked to reflect and identify strategies of how they can bring financial literacy supports to their clients. Finally\, instructors will demonstrate a variety of online financial literacy tools. \nCost: Free \nLocation: Virtual \nNumber of CE(s): 2 \nInstructional Level: Introductory \nLearning Objectives \n\nDefine Financial Literacy \nUnderstand lottery consumption  \nDescribe to clients how financial literacy can benefit their mental health \nIdentify online budgeting tools and be able to help a client use these tools \n\nInstructor: Pedro Sánchez Jr. is an author\, entrepreneur\, leadership coach\, financial consultant\, and Founder of BlueX. Sánchez has over 20 years of experience in leadership development\, engineering\, management\, coaching\, and training in diverse sectors and organizations. He has trained in Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University and the Maxwell Leadership Team— and\, throughout the years\, has developed strategies that have demonstrated positive outcomes for diverse communities. Most recently\, he has developed a self-paced financial literacy program designed to serve the Latino Community. \nCE credits for the following program are available through this course: \nLicensed Alcohol and Drug Counselors \n\nMA Technical Assistance Center for Problem Gambling Treatment is authorized by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health to sponsor\, conduct or approve continuing education programs for alcohol and drug counselors/assistants (LADCs).
URL:https://www.m-tac.org/training/introduction-to-financial-literacy/
CATEGORIES:Core
LOCATION:https://www.m-tac.org/training/introduction-to-financial-literacy/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240126T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240126T130000
DTSTAMP:20260603T204402
CREATED:20230802T185720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240813T222107Z
UID:10000106-1706270400-1706274000@www.m-tac.org
SUMMARY:Promoting Problem Gambling Services (Spring 2024)
DESCRIPTION:This training counts toward the MA PGS Certificate Fundamental Coursework \nThis training will provide valuable guidance and insight on effective ways to promote your organization’s problem gambling services in your community. Participants will step away with ideas and strategies for disseminating promotional materials. This training is interactive. We expect participants to come to the training prepared to engage in creative discussion\, ideally with cameras on and microphones functioning. \nCost: Free \nLocation: Virtual \nNumber of CE(s): 1 \nInstructional Level: Introductory \n  \nLearning Objectives \n\nExplain key messages about problem gambling.\nIdentify platforms for promoting problem gambling services.\nDescribe community factors to consider when creating promotional materials.\nRecognize and address problematic language and imagery related to problem gambling.\nFind resources for promoting problem gambling services on the MA Health Promotion Clearinghouse.\n\n  \nAgenda \n\nProblem Gambling 101\nPromotion Best Practices\nSkills Practice: Fix the Mistake\nExploring Massachusetts Health Promotion Clearinghouse Resources\nAdditional Resources\n\n  \nInstructor Bios \nInstructor #1: Caitlyn Matykiewicz\, MPH; Technical Assistance Coordinator for the Massachusetts Technical Assistance Center for Problem Gambling Treatment and Community Health Educator at the Division on Addiction at Cambridge Health Alliance. Ms. Matykiewicz has developed and facilitated in-person and online training on a variety of topics pertaining to Gambling Disorder (including promoting problem gambling services) for Massachusetts social workers\, mental health and addiction specialists\, healthcare specialists\, and peer recovery specialists and support staff. Ms. Matykiewicz manages the Division on Addiction’s social media accounts\, which promote addiction-related information and resources to the general public. \nInstructor #2: Heather Sumba\, MS; Technical Assistance Coordinator for the Massachusetts Technical Assistance Center for Problem Gambling Treatment and Senior Manager on the Strategic Planning & Organizational Effectiveness team at Health Resources in Action. Ms. Sumba has over 18 years of experience in the non-profit sector\, primarily in the areas of administration and operations supporting organizational growth; coalition-building and organizational development\, including governance; providing capacity building assistance services\, including training\, technical assistance\, and facilitation to clients and their stakeholders; and supporting community health improvement initiatives through qualitative data collection\, data synthesis\, planning\, and report development. Ms. Sumba currently provides technical assistance for problem gambling treatment to multiple outpatient sites\, which includes developing\, promoting\, and delivering trainings and problem gambling-related materials for Massachusetts-based social workers\, mental health and addiction specialists\, healthcare specialists\, and peer recovery specialists and support staff. \n  \nApproval Statements \n\nAmerican Psychological Association (APA) – The Division on Addiction is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. The Division on Addiction maintains responsibility for this program and its content. This program offers 1 continuing education credit.\nNational Association for Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Counselors (NAADAC) – This course has been approved by the Division on Addiction\, as a NAADAC Approved Education Provider\, for 1 CE. NAADAC Provider #84058\, the Division on Addiction is responsible for all aspects of the programing.\nNational Association of Social Workers (NASW) – This program has been approved for 1 Social Work Continuing Education hours for relicensure\, in accordance with 258 CMR. NASW-MA Chapter CE Approving Program\, Authorization Number D90966.\nLicensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC) – The Massachusetts Technical Assistance Center for Problem Gambling Treatment is authorized by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health to sponsor\, conduct or approve continuing education programs for alcohol and drug counselors/assistants (LADCs). This program offers 1 continuing education credit.\n\nFunding Statement: The Division on Addiction and Health Resources in Action collaborated to produce this M-TAC training/course\, which is funded by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health\, Office of Problem Gambling Services. The instructors have no financial interests that might create a conflict of interest in the development or delivery of this training. Click here to access our full list of our funders and conflict of interest/grievance policies and procedures. 
URL:https://www.m-tac.org/training/promoting-problem-gambling-services-3/
LOCATION:Virtual/remote training
CATEGORIES:Fundamental
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240118T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240118T123000
DTSTAMP:20260603T204402
CREATED:20230802T185132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240816T121609Z
UID:10000105-1705570200-1705581000@www.m-tac.org
SUMMARY:Secondary Trauma and Helping Professionals (Spring 2024)
DESCRIPTION:This training counts toward the MA PGS Certificate Fundamental Coursework \nThis non-clinical module covers secondary trauma and cumulative stress with a specific focus on wellness and safety for services providers who are working in direct care with people who use drugs. Training topics include resilience\, PTSD\, compassion fatigue\, and mitigating burnout. \nLearning Objectives \nParticipants will be able to:    \n\n\n\nDistinguish between primary and secondary trauma and identify similarities in their symptoms.\nDescribe the causes\, symptoms\, and outcomes of cumulative stress and secondary trauma.\nDevelop and implement tools for evaluating stress within their lives.\nIdentify help resources\, self-care tools\, and collective care strategies for addressing cumulative stress and trauma.\n\n\n\nCE credits for the following program are available through this course: \nLicensed Alcohol and Drug Counselors \n\nMA Technical Assistance Center for Problem Gambling Treatment is authorized by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health to sponsor\, conduct or approve continuing education programs for alcohol and drug counselors/assistants (LADCs).\n\nTRAINING CANCELLATION POLICY: This training requires a minimum of 10 participants. Trainings with fewer than 10 participants will be canceled\, given the challenges that arise with facilitating an interactive 3-hour training with less than 10 active participants. Registrants will be notified of any training cancellations by email and will be referred to additional resources and upcoming trainings. \n 
URL:https://www.m-tac.org/training/secondary-trauma-and-helping-professionals/
LOCATION:Virtual/remote training
CATEGORIES:Fundamental
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231219T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231219T123000
DTSTAMP:20260603T204402
CREATED:20230802T184133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240813T225950Z
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Gambling Disorder Treatment Best Practices (Fall 2023)
DESCRIPTION:This training counts toward the MA PGS Certificate Clinical Core Competency Coursework \nThis training will introduce participants to two treatment best practices for Gambling Disorder\, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing\, followed by a discussion about recovery as it relates to Gambling Disorder. Participants will also leave with concrete return to use prevention techniques that can be used in their own practice. This training is interactive. We expect participants to come to the training prepared to engage in creative discussion\, ideally with cameras on and microphones functioning. \n  \nCost: Free \nLocation: Virtual \nNumber of CE(s): 1.5 \nInstructional Level: Introductory \n  \nLearning Objectives \n\nLearn most empirically supported treatments for Gambling Disorder.\nList examples of ways to use CBT and/or MI strategies to treat Gambling Disorder in your own practice.\nIdentify strategies to promote recovery among your clientele who are experiencing gambling-related problems.\n\n  \nAgenda \n\nIntroduction to Gambling Disorder\nCognitive Behavioral Therapy\nMotivational Interviewing\nTreatment Q&A + Best Practice Discussion with Experienced Provider\nGambling Disorder and Recovery\nGambling Disorder Resources\n\n  \nInstructor Bios \nInstructor #1: Elizabeth Bice\, BA; Program Coordinator for the Massachusetts Technical Assistance Center for Problem Gambling Treatment and Program Coordinator at Health Resources in Action. Ms. Bice has developed and facilitated online training on a variety of topics pertaining to Gambling Disorder (including promoting problem gambling services) for Massachusetts social workers\, mental health and addiction specialists\, and healthcare specialists. \nInstructor #2: Nakita Sconsoni\, MSW; Community Health Educator at the Division on Addiction at Cambridge Health Alliance. Ms. Sconsoni completed her graduate level internship at the Center for Life Management in Derry\, NH where she worked as a mental health therapist for adults comorbidly diagnosed with an developmental disability and a mental health condition. She has also developed and facilitated in-person and online trainings on a variety of topics pertaining to Gambling Disorder (including treatment best practices) for Massachusetts social workers\, mental health and addiction specialists\, healthcare specialists\, and peer recovery specialists and support staff. \nInstructor #3: Deborah Rodriguez\, LICSW. Ms. Rodriguez is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with over 16 years of experience working with at-risk populations and co-occurring disorders in the Greater Springfield area. She is a doctoral candidate from Simmons University in Boston and earned her Master’s Degree from the University of Connecticut School of Social Work. Her varied professional experience with behavioral heal ranges from community mental health services and advocacy to extensive relationship-building with community members and leaders. Ms. Rodriguez is an adjunct professor for Our Lady of Elms Social Work Program\, and is providing direct care through her private practice Faros Counseling. \n  \nApproval Statements \n\nAmerican Psychological Association (APA) – The Division on Addiction is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. The Division on Addiction maintains responsibility for this program and its content. This program offers 1.5 continuing education credits.\nNational Association for Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Counselors (NAADAC) – This course has been approved by the Division on Addiction\, as a NAADAC Approved Education Provider\, for 1.5 CEs. NAADAC Provider #84058\, the Division on Addiction is responsible for all aspects of the programing.\nNational Association of Social Workers (NASW) –This program has been approved for 1.5 Social Work Continuing Education hours for relicensure\, in accordance with 258 CMR. NASW-MA Chapter CE Approving Program\, Authorization Number D 92275-2.\nLicensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC) – The Massachusetts Technical Assistance Center for Problem Gambling Treatment is authorized by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health to sponsor\, conduct or approve continuing education programs for alcohol and drug counselors/assistants (LADCs). This program offers 1.5 continuing education credits.\n\n  \nFunding Statement: The Division on Addiction and Health Resources in Action collaborated to produce this M-TAC training/course\, which is funded by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health\, Office of Problem Gambling Services. The instructors have no financial interests that might create a conflict of interest in the development or delivery of this training. Click here to access our full list of our funders and conflict of interest/grievance policies and procedures. 
URL:https://www.m-tac.org/training/introduction-to-gambling-disorder-treatment-best-practices-3/
LOCATION:Virtual/remote training
CATEGORIES:Core
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SUMMARY:M-TAC Winter 2023 Statewide Meeting
DESCRIPTION:This meeting counts toward the MA PGS Certificate Fundamental Coursework \nM-TAC Statewide meetings are open to anyone who would like to attend. The meetings are a space to discuss important updates about gambling in Massachusetts\, successes and challenges in providing problem gambling-related services\, best practices\, and other topics. \nThis is an opportunity to meet others who have an interest in problem gambling treatment and referrals. \n1 CE credit for the following program is available: \nLicensed Alcohol and Drug Counselors \n\nMA Technical Assistance Center for Problem Gambling Treatment is authorized by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health to sponsor\, conduct or approve continuing education programs for alcohol and drug counselors/assistants (LADCs).
URL:https://www.m-tac.org/training/mtac-winter-statewide-meeting/
LOCATION:Virtual/remote training
CATEGORIES:Fundamental
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SUMMARY:Problem Gambling & Veterans
DESCRIPTION:This training counts toward the MA PGS Certificate Fundamental Coursework \nThis training is for providers and allied health professionals serving veterans and will focus on identifying and addressing problem gambling with veteran clients. \nAll Problem Gambling & Veterans trainings offered through the M-TAC training calendar include the same educational content. The same training is offered on alternative dates. Please be aware that repeat trainings/CE credits are not accepted toward the MA PGS certification.  \nThe learning objectives of this training are as follows: \n\nDistinguish between social and problem gambling\nIdentify consequences of problem gambling\nIdentify veteran populations at risk for problem gambling\nDefine addiction and its signs\nDistinguish between gambling and substance use disorder\nPractice addressing addiction\nName support resources\n\n3 CE credits for the following program are available through this course: \nLicensed Alcohol and Drug Counselors: \n\nMA Technical Assistance Center for Problem Gambling Treatment is authorized by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health to sponsor\, conduct or approve continuing education programs for alcohol and drug counselors/assistants (LADCs).\n\nTRAINING CANCELLATION POLICY: Each Problem Gambling and Veterans training requires a minimum of 10 participants. Trainings with fewer than 10 participants will be canceled\, given the challenges that arise with facilitating an interactive 3-hour training with less than 10 active participants. Registrants will be notified of any training cancellations by email and will be referred to additional resources and upcoming trainings. 
URL:https://www.m-tac.org/training/problem-gambling-veterans-5/
LOCATION:Virtual/remote training
CATEGORIES:Fundamental
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