Assessment

Patient Assessment (TIP 54, Chapter 2)
Author: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
Learn how to assess chronic pain beyond a measure of pain intensity while also focusing on preventing opioid misuse.  Learn More.

A Review of Considerations in the Assessment and Treatment of Pain and Risk for Opioid Misuse
Author: American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry
This presentation reviews the history of opioid misuse, evaluations of patients with pain, and challenges in primary care treatment.
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http://pcss-o.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/A-Review-of-Considerations-Module-11-8-12.pdf

Diagnosis

Hepatitis C and B Prevention and Treatment in Persons Who Use Drugs
Author: American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry
This presentation addresses recommendations for diagnosis and treatment of people with Hepatitis B and C who use drugs.
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http://pcssmat.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/PCSS-MAT-Online-Module-Hepatitis-Treatment-in-PWID.-Springer.pdf

Integrated Management of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and Opioid Use Disorder
Author: American Osteopathic Academy of Addiction Medicine
This presentation addresses the co-occurrence of PTSD and Opioid Use Disorder along with the related screening, treatment, and management of them.
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http://pcssmat.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/Integrated-Management-of-PTSD-and-OUD-Online-Module.-Lande-AOAAM2.pdf

Pain and Addiction

Author: American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry and American Osteopathic Academy of Addiction Medicine
This presentation focuses on pain patients and properly identifying, diagnosing, and treating them.
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http://pcssmat.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/Pain-and-Addiction.pdf

Drug Interactions

Opioid-Associated Drug-Drug Interactions - What We Don’t Know Is Hurting Us
Author: American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry 
Explore opioid and other drug interactions, adverse interactions, and mitigating risk strategies.
Click the link below to access the presentation:
http://pcss-o.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/Opioid-Associated-Drug-Drug-Interactions-What-We-Dont-Know-is-Hurting-Us.pdf

Family Support

Involving the Family in Treatment for Substance Use
Author: American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry
Discover the consequences of drug use on family as well as ways to support the family.
Click the link below to access the presentation:
http://pcssmat.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/Bagley.PCSSMAT-Online-Module-Family-Impact2.pdf

Naloxone

Preventing Opioid Overdose with Education and Naloxone Rescue Kit
Author: American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry and Association for Medical Education and Research in Substance Abuse
This presentation addresses the epidemiology of overdose, overdose education, and naloxone distribution (OEND) programs with a focus on incorporating OEND into medication-assisted treatment programs.
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http://pcssmat.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Preventing-Opioid-Overdose-with-Education-and-Naloxone-Rescue-Kits.pdf

Prescription Practices

Clinical Challenges in Opioid Prescribing - Balancing Safety and Efficacy 
Author: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
This course assists medical professionals in addressing the balance between providing pain relief and preventing inappropriate use of opioids. Learn More.

An Introduction and Overview of Pharmacology and Effects
Author: Institute for Research, Education and Training in Addictions
Learn about various opioid medications and their pharmacological differences.
Click the link below to access the presentation:
http://my.ireta.org/sites/ireta.org/files/2012.6.26.PreOpioidsPpts.pdf

The Prevalence of Prescription Opioid Misuse: Doctor Shopping, Co-ingestion, and Exposure
Author: NIDA Notes and Institute for Research, Education and Training in Addictions
This self-paced course covers topics in prescription opioid misuse, including the link between multiple doctors and misuse, and the prevalence of high-risk use among adolescents. Learn More.

Screening

Advances in Recognition and Treatment of Substance Use Disorders in Primary Care 
Author: American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry
This presentation focuses on screening, brief intervention, and referral to treatment and substance abuse treatment to be utilized in primary care.
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http://pcss-o.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/Advances-in-Recognition-and-Treatment-of-Substance-Use-Disorders-in-Primary-Care.pdf

Initial Screening, Admission Procedures, and Assessment Techniques (TIP 43, Chapter 4) 
Author: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
Explore opioid use and treatment in the U.S. as well as the screening and assessment processes. Learn More.

Pain Medication and Adolescents - Special Considerations 
Author: American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry
This presentation focuses on adolescents and Opioid Use Disorder, specifically screening methods, assessment, and treatment.
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http://pcss-o.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/Pain-Medication-and-Adolescents-Special-Considerations.pdf

Patient-centered Urine Drug Testing - Facts You Should Know 
Author: American Academy of Physician Assistants
Hear about drug testing, its methodology, and drug metabolism. Learn More.

Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment for Substance Use Disorders in Primary Care 
Author: American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry
This presentation describes screening of substance abuse disorder, the diagnosis of severity, and brief intervention.
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http://pcssmat.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Manubay-PCSSMATOnlineModule.pdf

Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment: Knowing About Substances Makes a Better SBIRT Intervention
Author: Institute for Research, Education and Training in Addictions
This course describes the chemical actions of the four pharmacologic categories of substances, identifies their effects, signs, and symptoms, and explains how this knowledge can aid in screening and intervention. Learn More.

Testing

Drug Testing as a Tool (TIP 43, Chapter 9) 
Author: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
This course discusses the benefits and limitations of drug testing, focusing on urine testing and alternative methods. Learn More.

Training

Evidence-based Teaching - How to Develop, Deliver, and Evaluate Effective Substance Use Curricula 
Author: American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry
This presentation focuses on evidence-based education for substance abuse training, including curriculum development and assessment.
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https://pcssnow.org/education-training/training-courses/evidence-based-teaching-develop-deliver-evaluate-effective-substance-use-curricula/

Treatment

Addiction, Overdose, and Suicide - Preventing Deaths from Drug Self-intoxication
Author: American Psychiatric Association
Explore the opioid epidemic on a national and international level as well as suicide and mental health risk factors. Learn More.

Administrative, Medico-Legal, and Regulatory Aspects of Opioid Use Disorder Medication-assisted Treatment
Author: Providers’ Clinical Support System for Medication-assisted Treatment
Discover the challenges of treating Opioid Use Disorder, responsibilities assumed by the clinician, and treatment planning decisions. Learn More.

Approaches to Providing Comprehensive Care and Maximizing Patient Retention (TIP 43, Chapter 8)
Author: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
Hear about comprehensive treatment and the essential services to have effective patient-focused treatment and retention. Learn More.

Appropriate Opioid Prescribing
Author: Addiction Technology Transfer Center Network
Get to know appropriate opioid clinical guidelines and the use of prescription drug monitoring programs and electronic health records to enhance clinical decision-making. Learn More.

Buprenorphine Waiver Training Advanced Review
Author: American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry
This course addresses buprenorphine prescribing, treating patients with concurrent psychiatric illness or substance dependence, and clinical strategies for minimizing abuse and diversion. Learn More.

Clinical Assessments
Author: Addiction Technology Transfer Center Network
This course describes effective clinical assessment and screening practices. Learn More.

Clinical Pharmacotherapy (TIP 43, Chapter 5)
Author: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
Learn about the pharmacology of opioid treatment programs with a focus on methadone. Learn More.

Counseling and Medication-assisted Treatment - Better Outcomes with Integrated Care
Author: American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry and Association for Medical Education and Research in Substance Abuse
This presentation addresses evidence-based practices to enhance the outcome of medication-assisted treatments with a focus on cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, motivational interviewing, and twelve-step facilitation.
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http://pcssmat.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/Counseling-MAT-Better-Outcomes-with-Integrated-Care.pdf

Defining the Scope of Prescription Drug Abuse
Author: Addiction Technology Transfer Center Network
Learn about prescription drug abuse, including its epidemiology and the physiological effects of opioid exposure.  Learn More.

Developing a Behavioral Treatment Protocol in Conjunction with Medication-assisted Treatment
Author: American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry
This presentation addresses how to create a behavioral treatment plan to enhance the outcome of medication-assisted treatment and the overall effectiveness of treatment.
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http://pcssmat.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Developing-a-Behavioral-Treatment-Protocol-in-conjunction-with-MAT.pdf

The Executive Summary, Introduction, and Chapter 1
Author: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
Get an overview of medication-assisted treatment for Opioid Use Disorder and learn different treatment options. Learn More.

Heroin Abuse and Addiction
Author: National Institute on Drug Abuse
This course presents findings about heroin abuse and addiction, prevention, and treatment. Learn More.

History of Medication-assisted Treatment for Opioid Addiction (TIP 43, Chapter 2)
Author: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
Explore the history and changes in medication-assisted treatment since its inception. Learn More.

Implementation of Evidence-based Practice
Author: American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry
Learn about evidence-based practice, specifically the Consolidated Framework, to improve and assess organizations and providers.  Learn More.

Issues in Treatment of Pain and Opioid Use Disorders in Those with HCV/HBV/HIV
Author: American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry
This presentation discusses comorbidity of Opioid Use Disorder and Hepatitis B and C, and HIV with a focus on treatment options and drug interactions.
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http://pcss-o.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/PCSS-O-Module-Kennedy.pdf

Management of Opioid Withdrawal and Overdose
Author: American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry
This presentation addresses strategies for inpatient and outpatient withdrawal and the Clinical Opioid Withdrawal Scale.
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http://pcssmat.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/PCSS-MAT-Opioid-Detox-Overdose-Sullivan.pdf

Managing Addiction Risk in Patients Treated with Opioids (TIP 54, Chapter 4)
Author: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
Learn about adherence to a treatment plan, proper urine testing, and the importance of including family and friends in the recovery process. Learn More.

Medication-assisted Treatment in the Opioid Treatment Program Setting - Integrating the Three Approved Medications
Author: American Society of Addiction Medicine
This presentation addresses opioid treatment programs and their characteristics, including the medications used for medication-assisted treatment and how to incorporate them into treatment.
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http://pcssmat.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/ASAM-PCSS-MAT-KClark-yo-updated-final-revision3.pdf

Methadone Safety - Clinical Practice Guidelines from the American Pain Society and College on Problems of Drug Dependence
Author: American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry
This presentation focuses on methadone, specifically its properties and safe use, patient assessment, alternative opioid treatment, and risk mitigation strategies.
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http://pcss-o.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/Methadone-Maintenance.pdf

Mitigating Risks of Long-Term Opioid Therapy in Veterans
Author: American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry
This presentation describes the risk of pain among veterans, Veterans Affairs and Department of Defense policies and procedures, and mitigating strategies for long-term opioid therapy.
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http://pcss-o.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/PCSS-O-Module-Drexler.pdf

Motivational Interviewing
Author: American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry
This presentation describes motivational interviewing and how to integrate it into treatment and utilize it to help patients through the stages of change.
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http://pcssmat.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/PCSSMAT-Levounis-Motivational-Interviewing-Online-Module.pdf

Opioid Overdose Intervention and Drug Disposal Strategies
Author: Addiction Technology Transfer Center Network
Learn risk-avoidance strategies and resources to address opioid overdose, as well as mechanisms and methods to dispose of unused prescription medication. Learn More.

Opioid Prescribing for Adults with Sickle Cell Disease
Author: American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry
This presentation focuses on the comorbidity of Opioid Use Disorder and sickle cell disease in adults as well as how to identify and treat these patients.
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http://pcss-o.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/Opioid-Prescribing-for-Adults-with-Sickle-Cell-Disease.pdf

Opioid Use Disorder in the Military and Veterans’ Treatment Options
Author: American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry
This presentation discusses the prevalence, pathophysiology, and management of the comorbidity of PTSD and Opioid Use Disorder.
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http://pcssmat.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/PCSSMATTreatment-of-oud-in-veterans-Online-Module.Fareed-7.7.14.pdf

Opioid Use Disorders - the Female Experience
Author: American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry
Discover the unique characteristics of female Opioid Use Disorder and appropriate screening, treatment, and recovery efforts.
Click the link below to view the recording:
https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/recording/7522455410848103684

Pain and Addiction Issues in Veterans
Author: American Society of Addiction Medicine
This course looks at the evaluation and treatment of veterans with substance-related disorders and chronic pain. Use of non-pharmacologic interventions and care are also addressed. Learn More.

Pathways to Safer Opioid Use
Author: Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion
This interactive video promotes the appropriate, safe, and effective use of opioids to manage chronic pain. Learn More.

Patient Education and Treatment Agreements (TIP 54, Chapter 5)
Author: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
This course discusses the value of patient education and how to utilize as a source of information.  Learn More.

Patient-Treatment Matching - Types of Services and Levels of Care (TIP 43, Chapter 6)
Author: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
This course discusses the model of medication-assisted treatment and its phases of treatment. Learn More.

Pharmacology of Medications Used to Treat Opioid Addiction (TIP 43, Chapter 3)
Author: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
Learn the latest information on medication-assisted treatment for Opioid Use Disorder as well as the importance of a holistic treatment including counseling and support services. Learn More.

Phases of Treatment (TIP 43, Chapter 7)
Author: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
Explore the details of patient-focused treatment phases. Learn More.

Prescription Drug Overdose Prevention
Author: American Public Health Association
Get an overview of the science of drug overdose, including the prescriber’s perspective. Learn More.

Prescription Opioids 101: What HIV Clinicians Need to Know
Author: Addiction Technology Transfer Center Network
This course provides a detailed overview of prescription opioid misuse and behavioral and medical approaches.  Learn More.

Role of Office-based Opioid Treatment Nurse Care Managers in Federally Qualified Community Health Centers
Author: American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry and Association for Medical Education and Research in Substance Abuse
This presentation addresses office-based opioid treatment and the barriers, benefits, and function of collaborative care to expand it.
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http://pcssmat.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/PCSSMAT-Online-Module-Role-of-FQHC-in-OBOT-Colleen-Labelle-AMERSA.pdf

Stigma in Methadone and Buprenorphine Maintenance
Author: American Society of Addiction Medicine
This presentation addresses opioid agonist treatment and the effectiveness, myths, and stigma surrounding it for the patient and the provider.
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http://pcssmat.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/Stigma-in-Methadone-and-Buprenorphine-Maintenance-Treatment-ASAM-Module-2.pdf

Treating Addicted Healthcare Professionals
Author: American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry
This presentation addresses risk factors for addiction in healthcare professionals, focusing on treatment and treatment concerns, and monitoring impaired health professionals.
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http://pcss-o.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/Treating-Addicted-Health-Care-Professionals.pdf

Treating Opioid Addiction
Author: Addiction Technology Transfer Center Network
This course identifies effective interventions and resources regarding opioid addiction. Learn More.

Treatment of Co-occurring Disorders (TIP 43, Chapter 12)
Author: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
This course discusses crossover of substance use and other disorders as well as the special interventions it requires. Learn More.

Treatment of Multiple Substance Use (TIP 43, Chapter 11)
Author: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
This course discusses patients using multiple substances and how to adjust treatment accordingly.  Learn More.

Utilizing Innovative Strategies and Community Resources for Methadone Treatment
Author: American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry
This presentation addresses medication-assisted recovery support and methadone treatment, the benefits and struggles of methadone treatment, and how to tailor treatment to a patient's needs.
Click the link below to access the presentation:
http://pcssmat.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Utilizing-Innovative-Strategies-and-Community-Resources-for-Methadone-Treatment.pdf