NAQC Newsroom: Tobacco Control

School of Medicine: University of CO Anschutz Medical Campus - Plan Now for the fall Tobacco Cessati

Thursday, August 18, 2022  
Posted by: Natalia Gromov
DIMENSIONS: Tobacco Free Advanced Techniques
September 14-15, 2022
The DIMENSIONS: Tobacco Free Program is an evidence-based tobacco cessation program designed to teach providers and peers the necessary information and skills to promote successful tobacco cessation within their organizations. Trainees learn motivational engagement strategies, community referrals, educational activities, individual and group treatments, and policy change strategies. The program teaches trainees the skills and resources to promote positive behavior change in individuals interested in living tobacco-free.
 
This one and a half day training covers tobacco fundamentals, tobacco addiction, tobacco cessation strategies, and a motivational intervention for tobacco cessation. Trainees will also be trained to facilitate the DIMENSIONS Tobacco Free Group curriculum-a 6-week tobacco cessation group.
 
Rocky Mountain Tobacco Treatment Specialist Training Program
October 10-13, 2022
The Rocky Mountain Tobacco Treatment Specialist (RMTTS) Training Program was developed to train interdisciplinary healthcare providers and community and public health professionals to become tobacco cessation champions for their organizations and communities. This program offers the highest quality tobacco treatment specialist training based on the latest evidence-based tobacco cessation research and treatment strategies.
 
The RMTTS Training Program provides a comprehensive, focused, and convenient process by which individuals can master the core competencies defined by the Association for the Treatment of Tobacco Use and Dependence and obtain the necessary training required to apply for the National Certificate in Tobacco Treatment Practice.
 
This program consists of an interactive, virtual 4-day training experience focused on providing the necessary knowledge, clinical skills, and evidence-based treatment strategies to effectively treat tobacco dependence.