BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//MTAC - ECPv6.16.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.m-tac.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for MTAC REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20210314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20211107T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20210101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240130T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240130T110000 DTSTAMP:20260603T224530 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/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240126T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240126T130000 DTSTAMP:20260603T224530 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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240118T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240118T123000 DTSTAMP:20260603T224530 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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231219T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231219T123000 DTSTAMP:20260603T224530 CREATED:20230802T184133Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240813T225950Z UID:10000104-1702983600-1702989000@www.m-tac.org 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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231208T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231208T120000 DTSTAMP:20260603T224531 CREATED:20230802T183818Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T182045Z UID:10000103-1702033200-1702036800@www.m-tac.org 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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231206T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231206T160000 DTSTAMP:20260603T224531 CREATED:20230802T183649Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240515T163554Z UID:10000102-1701867600-1701878400@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-5/ LOCATION:Virtual/remote training CATEGORIES:Fundamental END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231107T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231107T130000 DTSTAMP:20260603T224531 CREATED:20231010T185517Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T182115Z UID:10000119-1699356600-1699362000@www.m-tac.org SUMMARY:Recruitment and Retention Webinar (Fall 2023) 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. \nPlease note that this training will repeat in May 2024\, which will include the same educational content. Please be aware that repeat trainings/CE credits are not accepted toward the MA PGS certification. \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-2/ LOCATION:Virtual/remote training CATEGORIES:Fundamental END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231102T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231102T140000 DTSTAMP:20260603T224531 CREATED:20230802T183515Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T211715Z UID:10000101-1698926400-1698933600@www.m-tac.org SUMMARY:Cultivating Cultural Humility in Practice: A critical self-reflection journey (Fall 2023) DESCRIPTION:This training counts toward the MA PGS Certificate Clinical 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. \nPlease note that this training will repeat in June 2024\, which will include the same educational content. Please be aware that repeat trainings/CE credits are not accepted toward the MA PGS certification.  \nNumber of CE(s): 1.5 \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. 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 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 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 1.5 continuing education credits.\nNational Association for Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Counselors (NAADAC) –  This program has been approved for 1.5 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 programming.\nNational Association of Social Workers (NASW) – This program has been approved for 1.5 Social Work Continuing Education hours for licensure\, in accordance with 258 CMR. NASW-MA Chapter CE Approving Program\, Authorization Number D91043-1.\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\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-2/ LOCATION:Virtual/remote training CATEGORIES:Core END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231031T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231031T123000 DTSTAMP:20260603T224531 CREATED:20230802T183307Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240509T124124Z UID:10000100-1698744600-1698755400@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-4/ CATEGORIES:Fundamental LOCATION:https://www.m-tac.org/training/problem-gambling-veterans-4/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231027T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231027T130000 DTSTAMP:20260603T224531 CREATED:20230802T183149Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240813T223848Z UID:10000099-1698408000-1698411600@www.m-tac.org SUMMARY:Introduction to Screening & Assessment for Gambling Disorder: Part II (Fall 2023) 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). Please note that both Introduction to Screening & Assessment for Gambling Disorder: Part I and Part II will repeat in February 2024. These trainings will include the same educational content as the October 2023 trainings. Participants unable to attend Part II of this training in October may register for the February training. Please be aware that repeat trainings/CE credits are not accepted toward the MA PGS certification.  \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: 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. \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) – 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) – 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 1 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/ CATEGORIES:Core LOCATION:https://www.m-tac.org/training/introduction-to-screening-for-gambling-disorder-part-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231020T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231020T133000 DTSTAMP:20260603T224531 CREATED:20230802T135658Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240813T223014Z UID:10000098-1697803200-1697808600@www.m-tac.org SUMMARY:Introduction to Screening & Assessment for Gambling Disorder: Part I (Fall 2023) 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). Please note that both Introduction to Screening & Assessment for Gambling Disorder: Part I and Part II will repeat in February 2024. These trainings will include the same educational content as the October 2023 trainings. Participants unable to attend Part II of this training in October may register for the February training. Please be aware that repeat trainings/CE credits are not accepted toward the MA PGS certification.  \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: 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 1.5 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) – 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 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-1/ LOCATION:Virtual/remote training CATEGORIES:Core END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230922T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230922T120000 DTSTAMP:20260603T224531 CREATED:20230802T182927Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T182135Z UID:10000097-1695380400-1695384000@www.m-tac.org SUMMARY:M-TAC Fall 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/fall-mtac-statewide-meeting/ LOCATION:Virtual/remote training CATEGORIES:Fundamental END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230919T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230919T120000 DTSTAMP:20260603T224531 CREATED:20230721T143712Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240813T221926Z UID:10000096-1695121200-1695124800@www.m-tac.org SUMMARY:Promoting Problem Gambling Services (Fall 2023) 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\n1. Problem Gambling 101\n2. Promotion Best Practices\n3. Skills 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. URL:https://www.m-tac.org/training/promoting-problem-gambling-services-2/ LOCATION:Virtual/remote training CATEGORIES:Fundamental END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230616T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230616T130000 DTSTAMP:20260603T224531 CREATED:20220908T200059Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T182150Z UID:10000042-1686913200-1686920400@www.m-tac.org SUMMARY:Introduction to Cultural Humility Training (Spring 2023) DESCRIPTION:This training counts toward the MA PGS Certificate Clinical 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 how to become more culturally humble and responsive by examining their own biases\, beliefs\, and cultural identities. We will explore 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. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nIncrease your understanding of cultural humility\, bias\, and stigma;\nLearn some tools that can help you examine your own bias\, critically self-reflect\, and gain more self-knowledge;\nLearn the principles of demonstrating cultural humility in healthcare.\n\nCEUs are available through this training! Please note that we do not award partial CEUs\, participation for the entire training is required to receive CEUS \nPsychologists: \n\nAmerican Psychological Association (APA) – The Division on Addiction is approved by the APA to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. The Division on Addiction maintains responsibility for this program and its content. This program offers 2.0 continuing education credits.\n\nCounselors: \n\nThe Division on Addiction has been approved by National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC) as an Approved Continuing Education Provider\, ACEP No. 6121. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. The Division on Addiction is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.\n\nAddiction Specialists: \n\nThe Division on Addiction is a National Association of Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Counselors (NAADAC) Approved Education Provider (provider number 396).\n\nSocial Workers: \n\nThis program has been approved for 2.0 Social Work Continuing Education hours for re-licensure\, in accordance with 258 CMR. NASW-MA Chapter CE Approving Program\, Authorization Number D 91043-1.\n\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/cultural-humility-training-2/ CATEGORIES:Core LOCATION:https://www.m-tac.org/training/cultural-humility-training-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230614T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230614T110000 DTSTAMP:20260603T224531 CREATED:20220830T222916Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T182214Z UID:10000082-1686736800-1686740400@www.m-tac.org SUMMARY:M-TAC Summer 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 CEU 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/summer-mtac-statewide-meeting/ CATEGORIES:Fundamental LOCATION:https://www.m-tac.org/training/summer-mtac-statewide-meeting/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230609T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230609T123000 DTSTAMP:20260603T224531 CREATED:20221130T144548Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T182226Z UID:10000083-1686303000-1686313800@www.m-tac.org SUMMARY:Exploring Pathways of Recovery (Spring 2023) 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 CEUs 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/ CATEGORIES:Core LOCATION:https://www.m-tac.org/training/exploring-pathways-of-recovery/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230503T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230503T123000 DTSTAMP:20260603T224531 CREATED:20221130T145424Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T182237Z UID:10000084-1683106200-1683117000@www.m-tac.org SUMMARY:Opioid Overdose Rescue and Prevention (Spring 2023) 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 CEUs 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/ CATEGORIES:Fundamental LOCATION:https://www.m-tac.org/training/opioid-overdose-rescue-and-prevention/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230426T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230426T123000 DTSTAMP:20260603T224531 CREATED:20220829T232229Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T182252Z UID:10000064-1682506800-1682512200@www.m-tac.org SUMMARY:Introduction to Gambling Disorder Treatment Best Practices (Spring 2023) DESCRIPTION:This training counts toward the MA PGS Certificate Clinical Core Competency Coursework \nWe will provide this training on Wednesday\, April 26\, 2023 using 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 CEU credit for both their pre-training work and time attending the training. The estimated time for pre-training work (45 minutes) and the live training content (45 minutes) will equal a combined total of 90 minutes\, (1.5 CEU 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 webinar 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. \nCEUs are available through this training! \nPsychologists: \n\nAmerican Psychological Association (APA) – The Division on Addiction is approved by the APA 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.\n\nCounselors: \n\nThe Division on Addiction has been approved by National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC) as an Approved Continuing Education Provider\, ACEP No. 6121. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. The Division on Addiction is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.\n\nAddiction Specialists: \n\nThe Division on Addiction is a National Association of Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Counselors (NAADAC) Approved Education Provider (provider number 396).\n\nSocial Workers: \n\nThis program has been approved for 1.5 Social Work Continuing Education hours for re-licensure\, in accordance with 258 CMR. NASW-MA Chapter CE Approving Program\, Authorization Number D 91043-2.\n\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/introduction-to-gambling-disorder-treatment-best-practices-2/ CATEGORIES:Core LOCATION:https://www.m-tac.org/training/introduction-to-gambling-disorder-treatment-best-practices-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230324T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230324T130000 DTSTAMP:20260603T224531 CREATED:20220830T222413Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T182307Z UID:10000073-1679659200-1679662800@www.m-tac.org SUMMARY:M-TAC Spring 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 CEU 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/ CATEGORIES:Fundamental LOCATION:https://www.m-tac.org/training/spring-mtac-statewide-meeting/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230316T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230316T160000 DTSTAMP:20260603T224531 CREATED:20221208T192656Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T182320Z UID:10000086-1678971600-1678982400@www.m-tac.org SUMMARY:Secondary Trauma and Helping Professionals (Spring 2023) 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\nCEUs 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-2/ LOCATION:Virtual/remote training CATEGORIES:Fundamental END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230303T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230303T130000 DTSTAMP:20260603T224531 CREATED:20230202T200837Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240509T124458Z UID:10000092-1677844800-1677848400@www.m-tac.org SUMMARY:Recruitment and Retention Best Practices Webinar DESCRIPTION:This 1-hour 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. \nThe learning objectives for this training include: \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 URL:https://www.m-tac.org/training/recruitment-and-retention-best-practices-webinar/ CATEGORIES:Fundamental LOCATION:https://www.m-tac.org/training/recruitment-and-retention-best-practices-webinar/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230224T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230224T160000 DTSTAMP:20260603T224531 CREATED:20220830T183854Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240509T124517Z UID:10000077-1677243600-1677254400@www.m-tac.org SUMMARY:Problem Gambling and Veterans DESCRIPTION:This training counts toward the MA PGS Certificate Fundamental Coursework \nParticipant stipends are available for those who attend full training. \nThis training is for providers and allied health professionals serving veterans and will focus on identifying and addressing problem gambling with veteran clients. The 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\nCEUs 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. In the event of a training cancellation\, we regrettably cannot provide any stipends toward this training. URL:https://www.m-tac.org/training/problem-gambling-and-veterans-5/ CATEGORIES:Fundamental LOCATION:https://www.m-tac.org/training/problem-gambling-and-veterans-5/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230215T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230215T120000 DTSTAMP:20260603T224531 CREATED:20230118T163039Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240509T124530Z UID:10000087-1676455200-1676462400@www.m-tac.org SUMMARY:Introduction to Screening & Assessment for Gambling Disorder DESCRIPTION:This training counts toward the MA PGS Certificate Clinical Core Competency Coursework \nThis interactive training will introduce participants to screening and assessment for problem gambling among clients seeking mental health or addiction treatment. Participants will: learn about two problem gambling screening tools and select a tool that best fits their organization’s needs; learn how to conduct an assessment for problem gambling disorder and have the opportunity to participate an interactive activity; and practice having effective conversations about problem gambling with clients. \nCEUs are available through this training: \nPsychologists: \n\nAmerican Psychological Association (APA) – The Division on Addiction is approved by the APA 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.\n\nCounselors: \n\nThe Division on Addiction has been approved by National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC) as an Approved Continuing Education Provider\, ACEP No. 6121. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. The Division on Addiction is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs. This program is approved for 2 clock hours.\n\nAddiction Specialists: \n\nApplication for National Association of Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Counselors (NAADAC) continuing education credits is pending. Please contact us for the status of CE accreditation.\nThe sponsor of this program has been approved to offer 2 hours of Continuing Education credit for Certified Addiction Specialists (CAS) in accordance with the American Academy of Health Care Providers in the Addictive Disorders. Approval No. 12-1462.\n\nSocial Workers: \n\nApplication for social work continuing education credits is pending. Please contact us for the status of social work CE accreditation.\n\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-screening-assessment-for-gambling-disorder/ CATEGORIES:Core LOCATION:https://www.m-tac.org/training/introduction-to-screening-assessment-for-gambling-disorder/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230127T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230127T130000 DTSTAMP:20260603T224531 CREATED:20220829T225018Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240809T003118Z UID:10000067-1674820800-1674824400@www.m-tac.org SUMMARY:Promoting Problem Gambling Services DESCRIPTION:This training counts toward the MA PGS Certificate Fundamental Coursework \nThis webinar will provide valuable guidance and insight on effective ways to promote your organization’s problem gambling services in your community. \nBy covering the following topics participants will step away with ideas and strategies for disseminating promotional materials: \n\nKey messages to include\nAvoiding stigmatizing language and imagery\nConsiderations for engaging community members\nFurther resources for promoting problem gambling services\n\nCEUs are available through this training: \nPsychologists: \n\nAmerican Psychological Association (APA) – The Division on Addiction is approved by the APA 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.\n\nCounselors: \n\nThe Division on Addiction has been approved by National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC) as an Approved Continuing Education Provider\, ACEP No. 6121. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. The Division on Addiction is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.\n\nAddiction Specialists: \n\nThe Division on Addiction is a National Association of Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Counselors (NAADAC) Approved Education Provider (provider number 396).\nThe sponsor of this program has been approved to offer 1 hour of Continuing Education credit for Certified Addiction Specialists (CAS) in accordance with the American Academy of Health Care Providers in the Addictive Disorders. Approval No. 12-1462.\n\nSocial Workers: \n\nThis 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.”\n\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/promoting-problem-gambling-services/ CATEGORIES:Fundamental LOCATION:https://www.m-tac.org/training/promoting-problem-gambling-services/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230120T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230120T160000 DTSTAMP:20260603T224531 CREATED:20220830T183355Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240509T124600Z UID:10000078-1674219600-1674230400@www.m-tac.org SUMMARY:Problem Gambling and Veterans DESCRIPTION:This training counts toward the MA PGS Certificate Fundamental Coursework \nParticipant stipends are available for those who attend full training. \nThis training is for providers and health allied professionals serving veterans and will focus on identifying and addressing problem gambling with veteran clients. The 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\nCEUs 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. In the event of a training cancellation\, we regrettably cannot provide any stipends toward this training. URL:https://www.m-tac.org/training/problem-gambling-and-veterans-4/ CATEGORIES:Fundamental LOCATION:https://www.m-tac.org/training/problem-gambling-and-veterans-4/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221209T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221209T120000 DTSTAMP:20260603T224531 CREATED:20220830T221805Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240509T124613Z UID:10000074-1670583600-1670587200@www.m-tac.org SUMMARY:Winter MTAC 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. \nCEU 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/winter-mtac-statewide-meeting/ CATEGORIES:Fundamental LOCATION:https://www.m-tac.org/training/winter-mtac-statewide-meeting/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221202T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221202T160000 DTSTAMP:20260603T224531 CREATED:20220908T193213Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240509T124629Z UID:10000062-1669986000-1669996800@www.m-tac.org SUMMARY:Problem Gambling and Veterans DESCRIPTION:This training counts toward the MA PGS Certificate Fundamental Coursework \nParticipant stipends are available for those who attend full training. \nThis training is for providers and health allied professionals serving veterans and will focus on identifying and addressing problem gambling with veteran clients. The 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\nCEUs 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. In the event of a training cancellation\, we regrettably cannot provide any stipends toward this training. URL:https://www.m-tac.org/training/problem-gambling-and-veterans-7/ LOCATION:Virtual/remote training CATEGORIES:Fundamental END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221130T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221130T153000 DTSTAMP:20260603T224531 CREATED:20220829T234858Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240509T124644Z UID:10000081-1669813200-1669822200@www.m-tac.org SUMMARY:Project Build Up Learning Academy: Impacts of Trauma on Problem Gambling Development and Recovery DESCRIPTION:This training counts toward the MA PGS Certificate Clinical Core Competency Coursework \nNovember 30th\, December 7th and 14th 1-3:30 PM \nThis program is a 3-session (2.5 hours/session) offered through MTAC’s sister program Project Build Up that will focus on the impacts of trauma on gambling disorder. Attendance at every session is required. \nThe Massachusetts Department of Public Health’s Program Project Build Up is hosting a Learning Academy that will discuss how trauma impacts the development of problem gambling and co-occurring disorders. Participants will also learn more about the principles of trauma-informed care and applying these to problem gambling treatment and recovery. This is an opportunity for organizations that already provide services or are interested in providing services for gambling disorder to learn to focus equity on their work. \nParticipation is limited to twenty attendees. Attendance is limited to two participants from each applying organization. Participants that complete all 3 sessions of the Learning Academy will be awarded a stipend. This course offers 7 hours of CEU credits. \nWe will update this page with the application link when we begin accepting applications in late October! URL:https://www.m-tac.org/training/project-build-up-pbu-learning-academy-application-impacts-of-trauma-on-problem-gambling-development-and-recovery/ LOCATION:Virtual/remote training CATEGORIES:Core END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221118T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221118T123000 DTSTAMP:20260603T224531 CREATED:20220830T182510Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240509T124659Z UID:10000079-1668763800-1668774600@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 serving veterans and will focus on identifying and addressing problem gambling with veteran clients. The 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\nCEUs 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\nParticipant stipends are available for those who attend. URL:https://www.m-tac.org/training/problem-gambling-and-veterans-3/ CATEGORIES:Fundamental LOCATION:https://www.m-tac.org/training/problem-gambling-and-veterans-3/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221117T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221117T133000 DTSTAMP:20260603T224531 CREATED:20220810T205325Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240509T124711Z UID:10000069-1668686400-1668691800@www.m-tac.org SUMMARY:Introduction to Gambling Disorder Treatment Best Practices DESCRIPTION:This training counts toward the MA PGS Certificate Clinical Core Competency Coursework \nThis interactive webinar will go over the most scientifically-supported treatment for gambling disorder\, provide tips for CBT and Motivational Interviewing\, and allow clinicians to practice talking about problem gambling with a client. \nAs a reminder\, this training will be interactive\, and we would love to hear from you! Please come prepared to share and ask questions\, and we ask that\, if possible\, your cameras remain on during the training. \nCEUs are available through this training! \nPsychologists: \n\nAmerican Psychological Association (APA) – The Division on Addiction is approved by the APA 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.\n\nCounselors: \n\nThe Division on Addiction has been approved by National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC) as an Approved Continuing Education Provider\, ACEP No. 6121. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. The Division on Addiction is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.\n\nAddiction Specialists: \n\nThe Division on Addiction is a National Association of Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Counselors (NAADAC) Approved Education Provider (provider number 396).\n\nSocial Workers: \n\nThis program has been approved for 1.5 Social Work Continuing Education hours for re-licensure\, in accordance with 258 CMR. NASW-MA Chapter CE Approving Program\, Authorization Number D 91043-2.\n\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  \nThe traditional structure of the Introduction to Gambling Disorder Treatment Best Practices training will be offered on Thursday\, November 17\, 2022. Additionally we will provide this training on Wednesday\, April 26\, 2023 using 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 CEU credit for both their pre-training work and time attending the training. The estimated time for pre-training work (45 minutes) and the live training content (45 minutes) will equal a combined total of 90 minutes\, (1.5 CEU 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. We are pleased to offer both approaches (traditional on Thursday\, November 17\, 2022 and flipped on Wednesday\, April 26\, 2023) and recommend that learners choose the approach that best fits their need URL:https://www.m-tac.org/training/introduction-to-gambling-disorder-treatment-best-practices/ CATEGORIES:Core LOCATION:https://www.m-tac.org/training/introduction-to-gambling-disorder-treatment-best-practices/ END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR