Upcoming Classes

This three-hour virtual workshop will increase knowledge and skills to deliver compassionate and effective care that acknowledges and addresses the impact of trauma. It provides tools to create trauma-responsive environments to promote healing in individuals who have experienced trauma.

By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to:

1. Describe trauma and how protective factors can mitigate the impact of trauma.

2. Discuss the impact an elevated stress response can have on our bodies.

3. Discuss how racism and weathering impact health disparities for people of color.

4. Identify three techniques to provide a trauma-responsive care environment.

This course will provide 2.80 NCPD (CNE) and 2.75 CME credit hours. 

If you are a Denver Health employee, please select "Pay by Check" during registration—our team will waive your fee. You may disregard any payment prompts.

If you are external to Denver Health and would like to discuss the course fee, please contact us at CAMAcademy@dhha.org.

This three-hour virtual workshop will increase knowledge and skills to deliver compassionate and effective care that acknowledges and addresses the impact of trauma. It provides tools to create trauma-responsive environments to promote healing in individuals who have experienced trauma.

By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to:

1. Describe trauma and how protective factors can mitigate the impact of trauma.

2. Discuss the impact an elevated stress response can have on our bodies.

3. Discuss how racism and weathering impact health disparities for people of color.

4. Identify three techniques to provide a trauma-responsive care environment.

This course will provide 2.80 NCPD (CNE) and 2.75 CME credit hours. 

If you are a Denver Health employee, please select "Pay by Check" during registration—our team will waive your fee. You may disregard any payment prompts.

If you are external to Denver Health and would like to discuss the course fee, please contact us at CAMAcademy@dhha.org.

This three-hour introductory course is designed to equip learners with fundamental knowledge and skills to understand, support, and advocate for people with substance use disorder (SUD). It covers critical topics such as the addiction cycle, the neuroscience of addiction, and those impacted by SUD. The course emphasizes using person-first language and cultivating a non-judgmental and empathetic approach when interacting with people experiencing SUD. It explores recovery as a restorative approach and examines various approaches to holistic care. Additionally, the course familiarizes learners with the range of treatment and recovery resources available within communities, enabling them to make appropriate recommendations based on individual needs. 

Prerequisite Requirement:
Before attending the course, participants must watch the Words Matter pre-recorded presentation. A link to the training will be provided in your registration confirmation email.

Recommended Preparation:
We highly recommend completing our Trauma-Responsive Care course prior to this training, as it provides foundational concepts that will enhance your learning experience.

1. 
   Learning Objectives: 
   1. Describe the addiction cycle, the neuroscience of addiction, and those impacted by substance use
   disorder (SUD).
2. 2. Develop an empathetic approach that disrupts and reduces stigma when working with, and advocating, for patients who use substances.
3. 3. Identify strategies that support and empower patient autonomy.
4. 4. Develop a patient empowerment plan to better support patients with SUDs.
5.  

2.5 NCPD/CNE & CME hours are offered. 

If you are a Denver Health employee, please select "Pay by Check" during registration—our team will waive your fee. You may disregard any payment prompts.

If you are external to Denver Health and would like to discuss the course fee, please contact us at CAMAcademy@dhha.org.

This three-hour introductory course is designed to equip learners with fundamental knowledge and skills to understand, support, and advocate for people with substance use disorder (SUD). It covers critical topics such as the addiction cycle, the neuroscience of addiction, and those impacted by SUD. The course emphasizes using person-first language and cultivating a non-judgmental and empathetic approach when interacting with people experiencing SUD. It explores recovery as a restorative approach and examines various approaches to holistic care. Additionally, the course familiarizes learners with the range of treatment and recovery resources available within communities, enabling them to make appropriate recommendations based on individual needs. 

Prerequisite Requirement:
Before attending the course, participants must watch the Words Matter pre-recorded presentation. A link to the training will be provided in your registration confirmation email.

Recommended Preparation:
We highly recommend completing our Trauma-Responsive Care course prior to this training, as it provides foundational concepts that will enhance your learning experience.

1. 
   Learning Objectives: 
   1. Describe the addiction cycle, the neuroscience of addiction, and those impacted by substance use
   disorder (SUD).
2. 2. Develop an empathetic approach that disrupts and reduces stigma when working with, and advocating, for patients who use substances.
3. 3. Identify strategies that support and empower patient autonomy.
4. 4. Develop a patient empowerment plan to better support patients with SUDs.
5.  

2.5 NCPD/CNE & CME hours are offered. 

If you are a Denver Health employee, please select "Pay by Check" during registration—our team will waive your fee. You may disregard any payment prompts.

If you are external to Denver Health and would like to discuss the course fee, please contact us at CAMAcademy@dhha.org.