Oregon Health Authority
Online trainings, courses, and webinars on the treatment of problem gambling, gambling disorder, and gambling harms
ACORN Courses
On-demand courses developed by foremost experts on the treatment of problem gambling, gambling disorder, and gambling harms. Accredited by the International Gambling Counselor Certification Board (IGCCB) and the Mental Health & Addiction Certification Board of Oregon (MAHCBO) for continuing education hours.
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Problem Gambling Overview
Course4.9 average rating (60 reviews)On-demand. 2 CE hours. Covers the theories of problem gambling and the basics of problem gambling treatment, including assessment and diagnosis of disordered gambling. Free, courtesy of Oregon Health Authority Problem Gambling Services.
Free
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Initial Engagement in Problem Gambling Treatment
Course4.9 average rating (29 reviews)On-demand. 2 CE hours. Shows how to engage clients who are struggling with gambling, from the first phone call through the initial session. Treatment barriers and motivational interviewing are explored. Free, courtesy of OHA PGS.
Free
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Problem Gambling Assessment and Treatment Planning
Course4.7 average rating (25 reviews)On-demand. 2 CE hours. Provides guidance on screening for disordered gambling, assessing and setting goals for treatment, and developing treatment plans. Addresses the dream world and peer mentorship. Free, courtesy of OHA PGS.
Free
Target Audience
OHA PGS online trainings, courses, and webinars have been developed for problem gambling treatment providers who practice in Oregon, and they are available to learners around the world. These trainings may be especially interesting and useful to:
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problem gambling and gambling disorder treatment providers;
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Certified Gambling Addiction Counselors (CGAC);
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Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselors (CADC);
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mental health treatment providers;
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mental health treatment supervisors and consultants;
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agency administrators and program managers.
Problem Gambling Services
On-demand, online courses developed by Oregon Health Authority Problem Gambling Services (OHA PGS) and accredited by the Mental Health & Addiction Certification Board of Oregon (MHACBO) for continuing education hours.
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Problem Gambling Training for Social Service Professionals: Module One
Course4.9 average rating (14 reviews)On-demand. This course by Oregon Health Authority Problem Gambling Services focuses on problem gambling scope and impact. Accredited by MHACBO for 1 CE hour.
Free
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Problem Gambling Training for Social Service Professionals: Module Two
Course4.8 average rating (13 reviews)On-demand. This course by Oregon Health Authority Problem Gambling Services focuses on GBIRT: Gambling screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment. Accredited by MHACBO for 1.5 CE hours.
Free
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Problem Gambling Training for Social Service Professionals: Module Three
CourseOn-demand. This course by Oregon Health Authority Problem Gambling Services focuses on problem gambling treatment clinical essentials for mental health and substance use disorder treatment providers. Accredited by MHACBO for 1.5 CEUs.
Free
Oregon's Approach
to problem gambling prevention and treatment:
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is a public health model that takes into consideration biological, behavioral, economic, cultural and policy elements influencing gambling and health;
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combines prevention, harm reduction and multiple levels of treatment focusing on quality of life issues for gamblers, their families, and communities;
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appreciates the multiple dimensions of gambling; and
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combines strategies that minimize gambling's negative impacts while recognizing the reality of gambling's availability, cultural acceptance, and economic appeal.
Accessibility
OHA PGS problem gambling treatment trainings or content of trainings will be made available in an accessible alternative format upon request. Please contact PGS Support at [email protected].
