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Post X-Waiver Substance Use Disorder Training Module 12: Tobacco Use Disorder and Vaping

Course # 71848
Post X-Waiver Substance Use Disorder Training Module 12: Tobacco Use Disorder and Vaping

Location

Online Course
MAHEC
Asheville, NC 28803

Dates & Times

Nov 1, 2023 9:00 AM – Nov 1, 2025 9:00 AM

Contact

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In this 1-hour interactive, virtual module, Dr. Susan McDowell will discuss tobacco use disorder and nicotine use trends in the United States. She will then describe electronic nicotine device systems (ENDS) and their rising popularity, as well as how to screen for tobacco use disorder and nicotine use disorder. Lastly, she will discuss the different pharmacological and behavioral health treatment options for tobacco use and nicotine use disorders. This in-depth overview will help primary care providers feel more comfortable understanding nicotine use and how to treat nicotine and tobacco use disorders in their clinics.

Approximate time to complete the course: 1 hour
Learner content includes: video and corresponding course handouts
Participants have unlimited time to complete this course and access course materials


This training module is part of a training suite that has been developed in accordance with the recommendations from the DEA and SAMHSA for the Medication Access and Training Expansion (MATE) Act. This requirement applies to physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, podiatrists, dentists, and other practitioners that prescribe controlled substances who are applying for or renewing their DEA license after June 27, 2023.

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Scholarships

Limited scholarships are available on a first-come, first-served basis for Modules #9-#16 of this training suite. To request a scholarship for one or more modules please complete and submit your information on this scholarship request form. You will be notified via email within 48 hours of your submission whether or not you have been awarded a scholarship. Scholarships are provided by the Governor's Institute.

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Audience

This program is recommended for physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, podiatrists, dentists, and other practitioners that prescribe controlled substances.

Objectives

check Discuss the prevalence of tobacco use disorder and nicotine use in the United States
check Review how to screen for tobacco use disorder
check Identify the different delivery systems for nicotine and the regulations that affect them
check Apply understanding of medications and behavioral treatments used for tobacco use disorders

Fees

Cancellation Policy

Registration Fee

$25.00

Speakers

Susan McDowell, MD

Additional Resources

Cancellation Policy

MAHEC has a pay-up-front policy for all CE programs. The only exceptions will be for pre-approved programs where an individual payment plan is appropriate. Registrations received without accompanying payment will not be processed and participants who have not paid the course fee will not be admitted into the program.

Unless otherwise noted in course materials, the following cancellation policy applies to all programs:

  • Cancellations must be in writing (fax, email, or mail).
  • Cancellations received more than 2 weeks prior to the event will receive 100% refund.
  • Cancellations received between two weeks and two full business days prior to the first day of the event are refunded at 70% of the registration fee subject to a minimum $25 cancellation fee.
  • No refunds or credits will be given for cancellations received less than two full business days prior to the event.
  • No vouchers will be issued in lieu of a refund.
  • Transfers/substitute(s) are welcome (please notify us in advance of the program).
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