New Tobacco Education Coordinators Orientation Training- Western Region

Event description

This orientation training will answer the following questions:

  • What am I supposed to be doing in my role as TEC?
  • Am I in charge of making people quit smoking?
  • What are BSAS program requirements for addressing tobacco use and e-cigarettes?
  • Why address tobacco use and e-cigarettes in substance use treatment programs?
  • What are the TEC meetings?
  • How can I start a tobacco/nicotine awareness group?
  • What resources can I provide to clients? To other staff?
  • We have a limited budget – how can I get posters and pamphlets?
  • How can I involve co-workers in these efforts?
  • Who can I consult with if I have questions in the future about the TEC role?

Who should attend?

BSAS Tobacco Education Coordinators who are new to the position, and those who have only attended the Spring 2016 regional TEC meeting

Register HERE

Details
Event date
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Attendance mode
In Person
Address

Northampton DPH Regional Health Office
Large Conference Room
23 Service Center Rd.
Northampton, MA 01060
United States

Contact
Janet Smeltz
Phone
617-661-3991
Organization
Institute for Health and Recovery (IHR)