Center for Tobacco Independence

Presenter: Edward J. Perka Jr., CASAC, NCNTT, MaineHealth Center for Tobacco Independence $50 for Maine Residents    $75 for Non-Maine Residents 1.75 CME credits available with attendance 0f live training. Description A group is a shared therapeutic experience facilitated by a trained professional in which participants work together around common concerns. Group treatment is a collaborative form of healing that focuses on concerns shared by group members. Providing evidence-based tobacco treatment in a group setting is an effective way to help people stop smoking…

This program provides education on evidence-based research ranging from tobacco treatment medications, population-based issues and targeted tobacco treatment intervention skills. The MaineHealth Center for Tobacco Independence Tobacco Treatment Specialist (TTS) Program offers evidence-based education available in a versatile and fun format. Participants will gain competence in treating patients with tobacco use disorder and learn how to address tobacco use within organizations. Upon completion, participants receive a training certificate, which is the initial step toward obtaining the Tobacco Treatment Specialist Certification. Registration closes June…