The Pre-SAPST course provides foundational knowledge for individuals entering the substance misuse prevention field. Participants explore prevention science, evidence-based practices, SAMHSA’s Strategic Prevention Framework, addiction and brain development, current substance use trends, and community-relevant approaches. The course establishes essential knowledge and terminology needed for the more advanced SPF Application for Prevention Success Training.

 This course was developed by the Prevention Technology Transfer Center (PTTC) Network Coordinating Office in 2026..

2.0 Hours Certificate of Completion Available

*Note: this course is a required pre-requisite course for the in-person SPF Application for Prevention Success Training (SAPST but can be taken as a stand-alone course.

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This 2-hour eLearning training offers experienced prevention professionals an in-depth exploration of the role of ethics in substance misuse prevention work. The course includes a brief overview of basic  ethical concepts and then explores some of the pertinent issues in prevention ethics. It also provides expanded opportunities to apply a decision-making model to challenge ethical issues.

This e-learning course was adapted by the Mountain Plains Prevention Technology Center (PTTC), a grant from the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA); grant no. H79SP080971.

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The success of prevention efforts in the community is dependent on a competent, well-trained, ethical and professional Prevention Specialist. Therefore, the purpose of this 3 hour training program is to enhance the quality of services provided as well as the knowledge and skills necessary to become a Certified Prevention Specialist (CPS).

This e-learning course was adapted by the Southeast Prevention Technology Transfer Center (PTTC), a grant from the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA); grant no. H79SP081029-05.

Disclaimer: This training is supported by SAMHSA of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) as part of a financial assistance award with 100 percent funded by SAMHSA/HHS. The contents are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement, by SAMHSA/HHS, or the U.S. Government.

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The Introduction to Prevention Core Competencies for Prevention Professionals was designed to introduce practitioners to the essential competencies, knowledge, and skill to work in substance use and misuse prevention. It is based on the Prevention Core Competencies published by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The course provides a foundation for service delivery based on prevention science and the use of evidence-based practices. It strengthens the understanding of effective planning and implementation approaches and encourages the pursuit of more specialized training and professional development.

1. 1.Describe the key elements of prevention planning and evaluation.
2. 2.Understand the core prevention professional knowledge, skills, and competencies.
3. 3.Acknowledge the importance of research-based theories and processes that help explain and build effective prevention interventions. 
4. 4.Describe how evidence-based (EB) prevention strategies can be delivered across settings including the family, school, media, community, or workplace.

Prepared by the Prevention Technology Transfer Center National Coordinating Office (PTTC NCO) supported with supplemental funding from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) Award No. 5H79SP081006.

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This 3-hour SELF-PACED course is based on the moderated Ethics in Prevention: A Guide for Substance Misuse Prevention Practitioners. This course is appropriate for anyone working in the field of substance abuse prevention. It covers key terminology, the six principles in the Prevention Code of Ethics, and a decision-making process to use when faced with an ethical dilemma. 

This training was originally developed under the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s Center for the Application of Prevention Technologies task order #HHSS283201200024I/HHSS28342002T and updated in 2021 under the Prevention Technology Transfer Center (PTTC) Network.  

3.0 Hours Certificate of Completion Available

*Note: This is NOT the moderated course version. You must pre-register with the PTTC for a moderated version. They are found in this category. 

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Please note that this course is no longer accepting new enrollments.  An updated version of the course, Foundations of Prevention Science and the Strategic Prevention Framework (SPF), is now open.  You may close this window and return to enroll in the updated course, or if you continue with enrollment in this course you will automatically be added to the new course.

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Este curso es adecuado para todos aquellos que trabajen en el campo de la prevención del uso de sustancias tóxicas. Abarca la terminología clave, los seis principios del Código Ético de la Prevención y un proceso de toma de decisiones que se puede utilizar  ante un dilema ético.

Esta formación se desarrolló bajo la orden de trabajo #HHSS283201200024I/HHSS28342002T del Centro para la Aplicación de Tecnologías de Prevención de la Administración de Servicios de Salud Mental y el Abuso de Sustancias. 

Se otorga un Certificado de Finalización por 3.0 Horas

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