Post X-Waiver Substance Use Disorder Training Module 14: Prevention of Substance Use Disorders (SUDs)
Available through Nov 1, 2025 Open Medicine
Description
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In this 1-hour interactive module, the learner will build their understanding of the factors that contribute to SUD development, with emphasis on adolescence as a pivotal stage for future substance use. Dr. Steve Wyatt, an addiction psychiatrist, will describe effective strategies for communicating with parents and kids about reducing the risk of adolescent substance use.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.With Support from
Target Audience
This program is recommended for physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, podiatrists, dentists, and other practitioners that prescribe controlled substances.
Objectives
- Recognize the prevalence of substance use in adolescents and high-risk populations
- Examine factors that contribute to the development of substance use disorders
- Describe recommendations for parents on how to discuss the use and impact of substances with their children
- Explore other strategies to lower risk factors surrounding the use of substances
Faculty
- Stephen A. Wyatt, DO, FAOAAM, FASAM
Sessions
Post X-Waiver Substance Use Disorder Training Module 14: Prevention of Substance Use Disorders (SUDs)
11/1 9:00 AM – 9:00 AM
Credits
.100 CEU
The Mountain Area Health Education Center designates this entire online continuing education activity as meeting the criteria for 0.1 CEU as established by the National Task Force on the Continuing Education Unit.
1.000 Contact Hours
Nurse Practitioners: This activity was designated for 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™.
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All Other Providers, including Dental Providers: MAHEC designates this online continuing education activity as meeting the criteria for 1.00 Contact Hour.
1.000 CME for Physician Assistants
Physician Assistants: AAPA accepts certificate of participation for educational activities certified for AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ from organizations accredited by ACCME or a recognized state medical society. Physician Assistants may receive a maximum of 1.0 hour of Category 1 credit for completing this program.
1.000 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit TM
Accreditation: The Mountain Area Health Education Center (MAHEC) is accredited by the North Carolina Medical Society (NCMS) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. Credit Designation: MAHEC designates this online enduring activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Disclosure Statement: MAHEC adheres to the ACCME Standards regarding industry support to continuing medical education. Disclosure of faculty and commercial support relationships, if any, will be made known at the activity.
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