Learning Opportunities

For information on any SAPTA sponsored workshops or to register call 1-866-617-2818 or 775-784-4707. The full schedule is also available online at http://casat.unr.edu/training.html Contact information for workshops not sponsored by SAPTA is listed in the course description.

Ethical Issues in the Human Service Professions

The course is designed to be similar to a ‘live’ workshop as activities include interactive discussions on ethical dilemmas presented in several case problems.  Within the 15 day period, there are time frames of several days to complete activities to meet the five hour requirement for five continuing education units.  Participants never have to be on-line at any given point in time. For more information, visit http://socialwork.unlv.edu/events

July 16-30, 2010 - Online

4th National Conference on Women, Addiction and Recovery

It is the intent of the conference co-sponsors to create a CONFERence filled with informed dialogue and stimulating resources that inform, inspire and encourage the best possible services for women with substance use disorders and their families.

ReadLearn more and register online at http://www.samhsawomensconference.org

July 26-28, 2010 - Chicago, IL

Northwest Alcohol conference

this two day conference will include topics on alcohol, substance abuse, prevention, and enforcement.  Visit http://www.northwestalcoholconference.org for more information and to register.

July 29-30, 2010 - Park City, Utah

Freedom From Smoking Facilitator Training

The American Lung Association in Nevada (ALAN), Las Vegas office, is seeking community volunteers to train as facilitators for ALA’s premier adult smoking cessation program, Freedom From Smoking. The FFS program includes comprehensive behavior modification techniques, and deals with both the physical and psychological addictive nature of nicotine. The program’s group setting provides a much needed support element, which is basic for anyone trying to quit. ALAN encourages members of the African-American, Latino/a, LGBT, Native American, and mental or behavioral health, and substance abuse recovery communities to train as FFS facilitators because these communities are disparately impacted by tobacco use. This 1 and ½ day training is offered at no-cost to participants and will include the facilitator manual, lunch, break snacks and all the training needed to facilitate the program. The training will be held at ALAN, 3552 W. Cheyenne Ave., Ste. 130, North Las Vegas, NV 89032. Contact Richard Davis at 702-431-6348 or rdavis@lungnevada.org to register. Space is limited, so please register as soon as possible.

August 26-27, 2010 - Las Vegas

Utah Fall Conference

The Fall Substance Abuse Conference is the premier educational event in the Mountain West, bringing together treatment, prevention, and justice professionals from the region. This conference provides attendees the opportunity to learn new practices in the field of substance abuse prevention and treatment, while offering the chance to network with friends and colleagues who share a commitment to improving substance abuse services across the Mountain West. Visit http://utahfallconference.org/ for more information

September 22-24, 2010 - St. George, Utah

Nevada Public Health Association Conference

The statewide NPHA annual conference provides an opportunity for Nevada's public health professionals to gather together to discuss relevant public health issues, as well as a chance to network, meet, and stay connected with other professionals in Nevada. Continuing education credits are also available for several public health disciplines.  Learn more online at http://www.nphaonline.org/conference.htm

September 30-October 1, 2010 - Las Vegas

APHA Annual Meeting: Social Justice: A Public Health Imperative

The APHA Annual Meeting & Exposition is the oldest and largest gathering of public health professionals in the world, attracting more than 13,000 national and international physicians, administrators, nurses, educators, researchers, epidemiologists, and related health specialists. APHA's meeting program addresses current and emerging health science, policy, and practice issues in an effort to prevent disease and promote health. APHA has a world of public health in store for you. Learn more at http://www.apha.org/meetings/

November 6-10, 2010 - Denver, CO