IN PERSON

This is the foundational ethics course all preventionists need to take. This course is designed to explore each principle in the ethical standards established by the New Mexico Credentialing Board for Behavioral Health Professionals. Participants will be provided with the Prevention Code of Ethics and use this code to demonstrate knowledge of the standards in different activities. Participants will also explore the importance of ethical decision-making models that can be helpful when facing dilemmas. This session provides the required six hours of ethics training for certification or re-certification. This course is also required before Advanced Ethics training is taken.  NOTE: Ethics is offered twice in a fiscal year. Plan and take this training if you will need Ethics by or before July of 2023.

FACILITATOR: Ginny Adame, SCPS
CONTINUING EDUCATION HOURS: 6 Ethics
SESSION: In-person training in Albuquerque (exact location TBD)

This training is one of the most important a Preventionist can take.  This “boot camp” uses an interactive format to introduce the history of prevention and examines theories put into practice in our profession. Participants will also take an in depth look at the Strategic Prevention Framework and the activities that fall under each component (assessment, capacity, planning, implementation, evaluation, cultural competence and sustainability). You will be provided with a manual that will serve as an excellent reference source for years to come. This training has been updated with a lot of new information and will be useful to both the novice and experienced preventionist. This is planned as in-person training. If the COVID numbers impact in-person availability, this will be moved to online during the same times.

FACILITATORS: Tiffany M. Martinez-Durant, MS, MCHES, CPS and Tracey Cordero, MBA
CONTINUING EDUCATION HOURS: 33.6
SESSIONS: In-person training in Albuquerque, Sept. 26, 27, 28, 29 (9:00am - 5:00pm each day).

Stress, anxiety, worry, overwhelm. These are the feelings that can arise in our lives, affecting each of us differently. You may be the only person to walk in your shoes, yet most interactions, engagements, and other pending priorities involve other aspects of life that can cause the inevitable feelings mentioned. While you focus on managing your career, family, relationships, etc., where and when do you choose to focus on yourself? This training will take you through a journey of why we tend to put so much on our shoulders, the history of our working world, reflection of your priorities, and reviewing your very own wellness wheel. Participants will be given opportunities, strategies, and solutions to learn, engage, and practice in self-care activities. Together we will reflect on the "what is" and discover the "what can be" while we set sail on the voyage of putting you first.

FACILITATOR: Tiffany M. Martinez-Durant, MS, MCHES, CPS
CONTINUING EDUCATION HOURS: 6.6 
SESSION: held in-person in Albuquerque, May 17, 2023 (9:00 - 4:00) 

Join our comprehensive training on vaping, where we will delve into the substances vaped, device types, health risks, flavor impacts, laws, and prevention strategies. We will also learn about the evidence that quitting nicotine supports individuals quitting other substances and why the Truth Campaign calls them "Depression Sticks." By the end of this training, participants will have a thorough understanding of vaping and be equipped with the knowledge to educate others and promote healthier behaviors in their communities.

NOTE: If COVID impacts in-person training, the training will be moved to online during the same time(s) and dates.

FACILITATOR: Alex Ross-Reed
CONTINUING EDUCATION HOURS: 6.6  Drug Specific
ICRC Domains: Domain 6, Task 9
SESSION: held in-person in Albuquerque, August 16, 2023 (9:00 - 4:00) 

This training provides a unique opportunity to develop culturally humble strategies for effectively engaging Latino/Hispanic communities. Latino/Hispanic communities encompass diverse subgroups with unique identities and needs. Participants will gain insights into the diversity within these communities, including considerations for engaging individuals from different countries of origin, generational differences, socioeconomic backgrounds, and immigration statuses. We will also explore cultural nuances, including values, norms, and historical considerations that shape the experiences and perspectives of individuals within these communities. By gaining valuable insights into building trust, fostering meaningful connections, and promoting inclusivity, participants will be empowered to navigate the diverse values, beliefs, and experiences within Latino/Hispanic communities, ultimately strengthening their ability to create a positive impact.

NOTE: If COVID impacts in-person training, the training will be moved to online during the same time(s) and dates.

FACILITATOR: Christina López-Gutiérrez
CONTINUING EDUCATION HOURS: 6.6  
ICRC Domains: Domain 2 (Prevention Education and Service Delivery) Task 2, 3
                           Domain 3 (Communication) Task 8
                           Domain 6: (Professional Growth and Responsibility) Task 3

SESSION: held in-person in Albuquerque, September 14, 2023 (9:00 - 4:00) 

This training is one of the most crucial for Preventionists and has recently been updated. The "boot camp" utilizes an interactive format to provide insights into the history of prevention and examines theories applied in our profession. Participants will delve deep into the Strategic Prevention Framework and explore the activities encompassing each component (assessment, capacity, planning, implementation, evaluation, cultural proficiency, and sustainability). Notably, updates made in 2023 have been made to address health disparities, health equity, the relationship between harm reduction and prevention, as well as cultural proficiency and sustainability. Additionally, more comprehensive guidance on strategies to enhance capacity is now available. You will receive a manual that serves as an excellent reference source for years to come.

NOTE: If COVID impacts in-person training, this will be moved to online during the same times.

FACILITATORS: Tiffany M. Martinez-Durant, MS, MCHES, CPS and Ginny Adame, SCPS
CONTINUING EDUCATION HOURS: 33.6
ICRC Domains: Domain 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
SESSIONS: In-person training in Albuquerque, Sept. 18, 19, 20, 21 (9:00am - 5:00pm each day).

This training has been reported as one of the most impactful trainings many Preventionist have taken. The skills gained in this training will help participants facilitate discussions, meetings, planning sessions, education sessions, community mobilization activities that require group collaboration, and even in everyday relationships. Prevention at its essence is about facilitating change.  Facilitation is not about using force or fear, rather it gets people to think critically and be engaged in processes that create change. Good facilitation requires the mastery of many skills.  An effective facilitator must be knowledgeable of processes that engage people, have emotional intelligence, and manage groups when conflict arises. This is a very intense skill-building training that will improve confidence in a safe environment and will provide participants with a set of tools for activities, planning, and interventions. Participants will receive two incredible resource books in addition to a manual that serves as useful reference.

Special Note: Due to the individual practice this training offers, it is open to only 10 participants. Training schedule: 9:00-5:00.

NOTE: If COVID impacts in-person training, the training will be moved to online during the same time(s) and dates.

FACILITATOR: Paula Feathers, MA
CONTINUING EDUCATION HOURS: 15.6
ICRC Domains: Domain 2 Prevention Education and Service Delivery (Task 1, 2, 3)
                          Domain 3 Communication (Task 1, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8)
                          Domain 4 Community Organization (Task 2, 3, 4, 6, 7)
                          Domain 5 Public Policy and Environmental Change (Task 1, 5, 6)
                          Domain 6 Professional Growth & Responsibility (Task 7, 8)
SESSIONS: In-Person in Albuquerque, Nov 8-9 (9:00-5:00 each day)