EARN NAADAC CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITS
You can now earn 1 hour of continuing education credit by watching an on-demand training and completing a content-assessment.
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UPCOMING TRAININGS
Register for upcoming ROTA C Events below. For more information, please contact our research coordinator here.
The Future of Opioid Treatment Programs in Rural Communities
Webinar | Duration: 1 hour | Monday, January 13, 2025 | 12:00 PM PT
SPEAKERS
Jessica Blose, SUDP, LMHC, NCC, CCMHC
John McIlveen, PhD, LMHC
Brandi Clark, MSW
Elana Habib
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DESCRIPTION
Join us for an engaging webinar that explores the evolving landscape of Opioid Treatment Programs (OTPs) and their role in addressing opioid use disorder in rural communities. This session begins with a brief introduction to OTPs, followed by a panel discussion with Region 10 State Opioid Treatment Authorities: Elana Habib (Alaska); Brandi Clark, MSW (Idaho); John McIlveen PhD, LMHC (Oregon); and Jessica Blose, SUDP, LMHC, NCC, CCMHC (Washington). We will discuss OTP federal rule changes, innovations in service delivery, and efforts to reduce stigma. Whether you’re a provider, policymaker, or community advocate, this webinar will help you better understand the challenges and opportunities for OTPs in rural settings.
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OBJECTIVES
By the end of this webinar, participants will be able to:
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Describe challenges faced by Opioid Treatment Programs (OTPs) in rural communities, including geographic and stigma.
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Summarize key updates in federal regulations and cultural changes impacting OTPs.
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Identify opportunities for rural communities brought by recent changes in OTP policies, including increased flexibility and innovative service delivery models.