Professional Development Workshops

We translate our expertise into trainings on prevention, early intervention and risk management to foster resilience and wellbeing in youth.

Our research-based curriculum is designed to meet the needs of the professional prevention workforce, educators and other youth-serving professionals.

These engaging, interactive trainings address a range of subjects, from key principles of substance use prevention to deep dives into specific substances (like tobacco/nicotine, vaping, alcohol, marijuana, prescription medications, and fentanyl) and key considerations for effective intervention. Topics can be combined in any way to meet the need of the audience.

Training:

Live (Virtual) / Live (In-Person)

Audience:

Prevention Specialists, Health Educators, Teachers, and other school-based personnel Professionals working in youth-serving organizations, such as Big Brothers/Big Sisters, United Ways, YMCAs, and faith-based organizations

Instructors:

Linda Richter, Ph.D., Cori Hammond, M.P.H, and and Janelle Robinson, M.P.H.

Continuing Education:

Certificate of Completion Upon Request

Learn more about the different ways we offer these trainings:

Individual Session

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Series

Overview

This series of professional development workshops can be delivered as 1–2-hour standalone sessions or combined in any way to address the interest/needs of the audience. Delivered by Partnership’s prevention experts, learners will discover focused, actionable insights that provide a broader understanding of protective factors that promote the health and well-being of youth, as well as a deeper appreciation for the factors that increase the risk of substance use and associated mental and behavioral health challenges among young people. The live (virtual or in-person) format is highly engaging and interactive and allows for questions and answers with Partnership’s Prevention team.

Workshop Topic Options

The list below reflects the core options offered by the Partnership Prevention Team and colleagues. Past clients have opted into the full curriculum, while others have chosen a subset of topics to fit their budget and scheduling needs. Additional topics may be introduced if deemed relevant/appropriate and within our area of expertise.

Key Principles of Prevention Science and Practice
An Earlier and Broader Approach to Building Youth Resilience
Understanding the Risks for Youth Substance Use
Strength-Based Prevention: Health vs. Punitive Approach for Professionals
What Does and Doesn’t Work Well in Prevention
Substances Deep Dives (separate talks on each, can be combined as needed):
- Alcohol
- Tobacco/nicotine products
- Marijuana/Cannabis
- Prescription drugs, fentanyl, and harm reduction
Emerging Drug Trends
Addressing Co-Occurring Mental Health & Substance Use Issues
Social Isolation/Loneliness and Suicide Prevention
Social Media Safety
Bullying/Cyberbullying
Gambling Prevention and the Cost of Gaming
The Importance of Sleep for Children and Teens
Health Promotion and Absenteeism Reduction through School and Community Connection
Professionalism, Ethics, and Effective Communication for Prevention Professionals
How to Engage Parents & Caregivers
Navigating the Addiction Treatment Space
Key Considerations for Effective Intervention
Professional Self-Care: Minimizing Burnout & Compassion Fatigue

Your Instructors

Linda Richter, Ph.D.

Senior Vice President, Prevention Research and Policy

Linda Richter conducts research on the nature, scope, predictors, and consequences of all forms of substance use and addiction, especially among young people. She leverages this research to help raise awareness among parents, educators, health professionals, and policymakers about best practices in substance use prevention and addiction care via academic and professional research publications; webinars and presentations for community members, educators, health professionals, and policymakers; and through commentaries in national and local news outlets. Dr. Richter has published more than 60 peer-reviewed journal articles and book chapters; authored numerous policy reports and white papers; served on multiple substance use advisory panels, committees and workgroups; and presents regularly at local, state, and national professional conferences. She co-directs a national consortium comprised of more than 150 leaders in substance use prevention that seeks to advance a national system of prevention supports. Dr. Richter received her doctorate in psychology from the University of Maryland.

Cori Hammond, M.P.H.

Director, Prevention Services

Cori Hammond, MPH, is the Director of Prevention Services at Partnership to End Addiction. She currently works with partners across the country to bring evidence-based services and resources to public school students, caregivers, and school faculty. Prior to her work with the prevention team, Cori was a part of Partnership’s Science & Technology of Early Prevention (STEP) research team and worked on Partnership’s Helpline. Cori received her Bachelor of Science in Public Health degree from Tulane University and her Master of Public Health from New York University.

Janelle Robinson

Associate Director, Prevention Services

Janelle Robinson supports the Prevention team’s efforts by overseeing programs and initiatives aimed at reducing youth substance use and promoting public health. Her work involves collaborating with community partners, coordinating prevention programming, and managing evidence-based initiatives to ensure safer and healthier futures for youth. Janelle brings years of experience in program management, grant oversight, and community engagement, with a focus on serving diverse and under-resourced populations.

Prior to joining the Prevention team, Janelle led programs addressing HIV prevention, substance use disorder, and harm reduction for youth in the Bronx. She has designed and implemented public health interventions, delivered trauma-informed educational workshops, and managed multi-agency partnerships to drive impact. Janelle holds a Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences with a minor in Psychology and a Master of Public Health, both from Northeastern University in Boston, MA.

Course Completion & Continuing Education (CE) Information

Upon request, a certificate of completion can be sent after completion of the course. Contact our team at solutions@toendaddiction.org for more information.

Pricing Details

Our Refund Policy, Cancellation Policy, and Accessibility Accommodations

Full refunds are issued only if a training is canceled by Partnership to End Addiction or at the discretion of Partnership to End Addiction based on written request.
For partial refund of a Partnership to End Addiction training, registrants must withdraw prior to beginning the course.
We value inclusion and access for all participants and have worked to design the training for a variety of learners. Content includes non-captioned audio materials.

Technical Information

This course is live (virtual or in-person). Course questions can be directed to: solutions@toendaddiction.org.

System requirements

Operating Systems: Windows XP or higher, MacOS 9 or higher, Android 4.0 or higher
Internet browser: Internet Explorer 9.0 or higher, Google Chrome, Firefox 10.0 or higher
Broadband Internet connection: Cable, High-speed DSL & any other medium that is internet accessible
Media viewing requirements: Adobe Reader, Flash Player, & HTML5