Problem Gambling Prevention 101: Module 1
Free · On-demand · 1 CE hour · Developed by OHA PGPS
On-Demand Course
at your pace and convenience.
This course is approved by the Mental Health & Addictions Certification Board of Oregon (MHACBO) for one continuing education (CE) hour. A CE hour is a measure used in continuing education programs to quantify the time spent during professional development activities. To earn CE hours, you will need to 1) complete all required course activities and 2) complete the course evaluation survey. A certificate of attendance and CE hours will be made available on the Student Dashboard upon course completion.
Who This Course Is For
This course is recommended for:
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prevention specialists,
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prevention coordinators, and
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agency supervisors and program managers.
What You'll Learn
This online training defines gambling and problem gambling; discusses different types of gambling behaviors; reviews the 5 As for alarm; outlines warning signs; describes Problem Gambling Prevention Services (PGPS) in Oregon; and more.
Who Developed This Course
OHA Instructor Roxann Jones
Roxann Jones is the Problem Gambling Statewide Prevention and Outreach Specialist with the Oregon Health Authority. She brings more than 35 years of experience in designing and implementing prevention programs that address risky behaviors, as well as in managing programs in problem gambling prevention and in treatment and children’s intensive mental health wraparound services. Roxann is deeply committed to building healthy communities and has provided leadership on numerous community, state, and national task forces focused on population health and well-being.
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OHA Instructor Andrew Cartmill
Andrew Cartmill was a Communication and Education Specialist with Washington County's Addiction Services Program for 26 years. He is a certified Master Trainer for QPR, an evidence based suicide prevention training model. In addition, he creates and voices public service announcements concerning health and wellness, audiobooks, and educational media, including digital educational and training content.
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