The live, interactive webinar format is considered an in-person training.
The courses listed below are not sponsored or offered by the Board; they are only Board-approved as meeting the requirements for the approved continuing education hours. If you are interested in attending one of the courses, please reach out to the contact person or sponsor for further information. The Board cannot register you for these courses.
Upcoming 2024 Training Courses
August 23
Practical Application of Harm Reduction in Case Management
Charlotte
Sponsored by The Forum @ Hope Haven
Presented by Noah Brierton
Contact Barbara Thomas – 518-366-1918 ([email protected])
Approval code 24-485-G
Up to 3 hours GSB
August 27
Understanding Trauma & Substance Abuse: Implications for Practice
Webinar
Sponsored by Northwest AHEC (http://nwahec.org/73229)
Presented by Kelly Graves
Contact Ellen Kesler – 336-713-7712 ([email protected])
Approval code 24-438-S
Up to 3 hours SS (PSY)
August 28
What Clinicians Need to Know About the Impact of High-Potency Weed
Webinar
Sponsored by APNC
Presented by Liz Jorgensen
Contact Ariel Keener – 919-615-1000 ([email protected])
Approval code 24-543-S
Up to 1.25 hours SS
August 30
Clinical Supervision Skills in Mental Health & Substance Use Counseling
Webinar
Sponsored by Asheville Counseling & Training
Presented by Linda Harrison
Contact Linda Harrison – 828-380-2948 ([email protected])
Approval code 24-487-C
Up to 7.5 hours SS (CSS)
September 4
Provider Academy: Question – Persuade – Refer (QPR)
Greensboro
Sponsored by Kellin Foundation
Presented by Alex Espitia
Contact Alex Espitia – 336-429-5600 ([email protected])
Approval code 24-387-C
Up to 1 hour GSB
September 6
Training in ERP for OCD & SUD
Charlotte
Sponsored by McLeod Centers for Wellbeing
Presented by Madina Alam
Contact Mylyia Newton – 704-332-9001 ([email protected])
Approval code 24-546-S
Up to 6 hours SS (EBT)
September 9 – 12
Creeping Up On You
Webinar
Sponsored by Mid-day Counseling (https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIsceqvrDwjGNFUZjqKJpx8Hrymfi2Hck27)
Presented by Sherry Cahn
Contact Sherry Cahn – 336-469-8260 ([email protected])
Approval code 24-357-S
Up to 14 hours SS (DV) (includes 1.25 hours of ETHICS)
September 11
Elderly Clients Substance Use Screening & Treatment in Substance Use & Mental Health Counseling
Webinar
Sponsored by Asheville Counseling & Training
Presented by Linda Harrison
Contact Linda Harrison – 828-380-2948 ([email protected])
Approval code 24-487-C
Up to 3 hours SS (SUDE)
September 12 – 13
THE GATEKEEPER: Understanding the Ethical Responsibilities of the Clinical Supervisor
Winston Salem
Sponsored by K*Metamorphosis Counseling & Professional Development (www.DrKendra.org)
Presented by Kendra Davis
Contact Kendra Davis – 336-422-7729 ([email protected])
Approval code 24-347-S
Up to 15 hours GSB (CSS) (ETHICS)
September 12
Utilizing Integrative Hypnosis in Practice: A Guide to Treating Anxiety Disorder & Trauma
Greenville
Sponsored by Eastern AHEC
Presented by Laurie Emmer-Martin
Contact Lenore Legere – 255-744-5228 ([email protected])
Approval code 24-454-G
Up to 5.5 hours GSB
September 12
Intro to Ecotherapy Skills for Mental Health & Substance Use Counseling
Webinar
Sponsored by Asheville Counseling & Training
Presented by Linda Harrison
Contact Linda Harrison – 828-380-2948 ([email protected])
Approval code 24-487-C
Up to 3 hours SS (EBT)
September 13
Evaluation & Treatment of Safety Sensitive Professionals with Substance Use Disorders
Raleigh
Sponsored by NCEAPA
Presented by Chad Runyon
Contact Mary Smith – 704-996-6566 ([email protected])
Approval code 24-500-S
Up to 3 hours SS (EBT)
September 13
Life Coaching in a Therapy Session Referral Resource
Raleigh
Sponsored by NCEAPA
Presented by Dede Rowe
Contact Mary Smith – 704-996-6566 ([email protected])
Approval code 24-501-G
Up to 3 hours GSB
September 13 & 20
Intro & Advanced Ecotherapy Skills for Mental Health & Substance Use Counseling
Webinar (May 2) & Asheville (May 9)
Sponsored by Asheville Counseling & Training
Presented by Linda Harrison
Contact Linda Harrison – 828-380-2948 ([email protected])
Approval code 24-487-C
Up to 10 hours SS (EBT)
September 18
Behind the Mask: Understanding & Overcoming Imposter Phenomenon
Webinar
Sponsored by Eastern AHEC
Presented by Michelle Bruno
Contact Kim Truesdell – 252-744-5215 ([email protected])
Approval code 24-488-G
2 hours GSB
September 18
Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Group Counseling & Group Community Building: Motivational Interviewing Focus Part 1
Webinar
Sponsored by APNC
Presented by Geri Miller
Contact Ariel Keener – 919-615-1000 ([email protected])
Approval code 24-544-S
Up to 1.5 hours SS (EBT)
September 19
Sexual Health Risk Reduction Counseling: Skills to Address HIV/STI/BBP
Greensboro
Sponsored by Fellowship Hall
Presented by Caroline Tisdale
Contact Kelly Scaggs – 336-553-6646 ([email protected])
Approval code 24-021-G
Up to 4 hours GSB (HIV)
September 20
Shift the State, Change the Story: Applying Polyvagal Theory to Enhance Change
Raleigh
Sponsored by Wake AHEC
Presented by Ellen Pallme
Contact Lorie Houston – 919-350-0471 ([email protected])
Approval code 24-458-G
Up to 5 hours GSB
September 20
Experiencing Referral Resistance
Webinar
Sponsored by The Healing Collective
Presented by Samantha Schweitzer
Contact Samantha Schweitzer – 864-884-7089 ([email protected])
Approval code 24-506-G
Up to 4 hours GSB
September 20
Puff, Puff, Pass? The “Blunt” Truth about Cannabis Use Disorder in Adolescent & Young Adult Populations
Webinar
Sponsored by Dilworth Center (https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ximqf-0DQYevG-u5-AVTbQ)
Presented by Kelly Little
Contact Buck Rackley – 704-777-7759 ([email protected])
Approval code 24-560-S
Up to 2 hours SS
September 24 – 25
2024 Children Services Conference: Building a Brighter Future for Children & Families
Greenville
Sponsored by Eastern AHEC
Presented by Multi-faculty
Contact Lenore Legere – 255-744-5228 ([email protected])
Approval code 24-467-C
Up to 12 hours (GSB, SS & specialty hours including ETHICS & EBT available based on sessions attended)
September 25
Substance Use Trends in School-Age Students: What Healthcare Professionals Need to Know for Assessment & Intervention
Webinar
Sponsored by Area L AHEC
Presented by Andrea Biondi
Contact Patty Collins – 252-904-9872 ([email protected])
Approval code 24-563-S
Up to 3 hours SS
September 27
Now What? When You’re Subpoened into Family Court
Webinar
Sponsored by The Mediation Center
Presented by Jeanne Cummings
Contact Brooke Collins – 828-251-6089 ([email protected])
Approval code 24-051-G
Up to 1.5 hours GSB
October 1
Supervision Training for Supervisors of Enhanced Services
Webinar
Sponsored by Daymark Recovery Services
Presented by Jean Tillman
Contact Monica Rasmussen – 336-242-2450 ([email protected])
Approval code 24-464-S
Up to 12 hours SS (CSS)
October 1
The 12 Core Functions of a Mental Health Counselor
Webinar
Sponsored by Asheville Counseling & Training
Presented by Linda Harrison
Contact Linda Harrison – 828-380-2948 ([email protected])
Approval code 24-487-C
Up to 4 hours SS
October 1
Substance Use Disorders & the Neurobiology of Addiction
Rocky Mount and Webinar
Sponsored by Area L AHEC
Presented by Mitzi Averette
Contact Patty Collins – 252-904-9872 ([email protected])
Approval code 24-561-S
Up to 3 hours SS (PSY)
October 2
Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Group Counseling & Group Community Building: Motivational Interviewing Focus Part 2
Webinar
Sponsored by APNC
Presented by Geri Miller
Contact Ariel Keener – 919-615-1000 ([email protected])
Approval code 24-545-S
Up to 1.5 hours SS (EBT)
October 10
Rock Steady: Cultivating Mindfulness as a Resource to Foster Resilience & Thriving
Raleigh
Sponsored by Wake AHEC
Presented by Noga Zerubavel
Contact Kristen Murphy – 919-350-0464 ([email protected])
Approval code 24-505-G
Up to 5 hours GSB
October 11
How to Be a Better Witness
Webinar
Sponsored by The Mediation Center
Presented by Jeanne Cummings
Contact Brooke Collins – 828-251-6089 ([email protected])
Approval code 23-387-G
Up to 2 hours GSB
October 11 – 12
Family System Workshop
Charlotte
Sponsored by The Blanchard Institute
Presented by Ward Blanchard
Contact Ryan Mitchiner- 704-249-7286 ([email protected])
Approval code 24-237-S
Up to 8 hours SS
October 14 – 17
Motivational Interviewing: The Basics
Webinar
Sponsored by South Piedmont AHEC (https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEqc-ytpjkpHdUPNZ-5rIlTsUx9wbV1JWqu)
Presented by Sherry Cahn
Contact Sherry Cahn – 336-469-8260 ([email protected])
Approval code 24-054-G
Up to 13 hours GSB (EBT)
October 22
Ethics of Mental Health & Substance Use Counseling
Webinar
Sponsored by Asheville Counseling & Training
Presented by Linda Harrison
Contact Linda Harrison – 828-380-2948 ([email protected])
Approval code 24-487-C
Up to 4 hours SS (ETHICS)
October 23
Engaging LGBTQ Youth & Families: How Do You Show You Are An Ally?
Webinar
Sponsored by Northwest AHEC
Presented by Rachel Galanter
Contact Ellen Kesler – 336-713-7712 ([email protected])
Approval code 24-457-G
Up to 2 hours GSB
October 24
The GATE Model: An Interactive Tool for Addictions Risk Assessment
Webinar
Sponsored by Wake AHEC
Presented by Tab Ballis
Contact Kristen Murphy – 919-350-0464 ([email protected])
Approval code 24-418-G
Up to 3 hours GSB (EBT)
October 25
Integrating Horses Into Healing: Equine Assisted Psychotherapy
Ayden
Sponsored by Eastern AHEC
Presented by Cheryl Meola
Contact Kim Truesdell – 252-744-5215 ([email protected])
Approval code 24-475-G
Up to 5.25 hours GSB
October 28 – 30
APNC 2024 Fall Conference
Atlantic Beach
Sponsored by Addiction Professionals of NC
Presented by Multi-faculty
Contact Ariel Keener – 919-615-1000 ([email protected])
Approval code 24-559-C
Up to 17.5 hours (various specialty hours available based on sessions attended)
November 1
Managing Countertransference Working with SUD & Behavioral Health Populations: Insights from Schema Therapy
Charlotte
Sponsored by McLeod Centers for Wellbeing
Presented by Sean Miller
Contact Mylyia Newton – 704-332-9001 ([email protected])
Approval code 24-562-S
Up to 6 hours SS (PSY)
November 6
Provider Academy: Preventing Provider Burnout
Webinar
Sponsored by Kellin Foundation
Presented by Heather Bland
Contact Alex Espitia – 336-429-5600 ([email protected])
Approval code 24-387-C
Up to 1 hour GSB
November 6 – 7
Working with Families: Intervention Skills & Techniques 2-Day
Raleigh
Sponsored by Wake AHEC
Presented by Michael McGuire
Contact Lorie Houston – 919-350-0471 ([email protected]g)
Approval code 24-459-G
Up to 12 hours GSB
November 13
Supporting Veterans into Safety
Webinar
Sponsored by Northwest AHEC
Presented by Kendra Danzer
Contact Ellen Kesler – 336-713-7712 ([email protected])
Approval code 24-465-G
Up to 2 hours GSB
November 13
Parent Engagement & Involvement: African American Parents of K-8 Children
Webinar
Sponsored by Eastern AHEC
Presented by Tauchiana Williams
Contact Lenore Legere – 252-744-5228 ([email protected])
Approval code 24-472-G
Up to 3 hours GSB
November 13
Ethics in a Changing Behavioral Health Environment
Webinar
Sponsored by Wake AHEC
Presented by Bebe Smith
Contact Kristen Murphy – 919-350-0464 ([email protected])
Approval code 24-504-G
Up to 2 hours GSB (ETHICS)
November 22 & December 13
Natural Flow EMDR Skills & Practice in Mental Health & Substance Use Counseling
Webinar
Sponsored by Asheville Counseling & Training
Presented by Linda Harrison
Contact Linda Harrison – 828-380-2948 ([email protected])
Approval code 24-487-C
Up to 10 hours SS (EBT)
November 22
Becoming a Court-Aware Therapist: Treating Court-Involved Cases with Care
Webinar
Sponsored by The Mediation Center
Presented by Jeanne Cummings
Contact Brooke Collins – 828-251-6089 ([email protected])
Approval code 24-495-G
Up to 2 hours GSB
December 5 – 6
THE GATEKEEPER: Understanding the Ethical Responsibilities of the Clinical Supervisor
Winston Salem
Sponsored by K*Metamorphosis Counseling & Professional Development (www.DrKendra.org)
Presented by Kendra Davis
Contact Kendra Davis – 336-422-7729 ([email protected])
Approval code 24-347-S
Up to 15 hours GSB (CSS) (ETHICS)
Upcoming 2025 Training Courses
January 28
The 12 Core Functions of a Mental Health Counselor
Webinar
Sponsored by Asheville Counseling & Training
Presented by Linda Harrison
Contact Linda Harrison – 828-380-2948 ([email protected])
Approval code 24-487-C
Up to 4 hours SS
February 11
Ethics of Mental Health & Substance Use Counseling
Webinar
Sponsored by Asheville Counseling & Training
Presented by Linda Harrison
Contact Linda Harrison – 828-380-2948 ([email protected])
Approval code 24-487-C
Up to 4 hours SS (ETHICS)
February 28
EMOTIONAL FREEDOM TECHNIQUE (EFT) SKILLS & PRACTICE in Mental Health & Substance Use Counseling
Webinar
Sponsored by Asheville Counseling & Training
Presented by Linda Harrison
Contact Linda Harrison – 828-380-2948 ([email protected])
Approval code 24-487-C
Up to 6.5 hours SS (EBT)
March 11
HIV & Hepatitis C Counseling & Ethics in Mental Health & Substance Use
Webinar
Sponsored by Asheville Counseling & Training
Presented by Linda Harrison
Contact Linda Harrison – 828-380-2948 ([email protected])
Approval code 24-487-C
Up to 3 hours SS (HIV or ETHICS)
March 18
Brainspotting: A Trauma Treatment Method for Mental Health & Substance Use Counselors
Webinar
Sponsored by Asheville Counseling & Training
Presented by Linda Harrison
Contact Linda Harrison – 828-380-2948 ([email protected])
Approval code 24-487-C
Up to 6.5 hours SS (EBT)
April 11
Clinical Supervision Skills in Mental Health & Substance Use Counseling
Webinar
Sponsored by Asheville Counseling & Training
Presented by Linda Harrison
Contact Linda Harrison – 828-380-2948 ([email protected])
Approval code 24-487-C
Up to 7.5 hours SS (CSS)
May 1
HIV & Hepatitis C Counseling & Ethics in Mental Health & Substance Use
Webinar
Sponsored by Asheville Counseling & Training
Presented by Linda Harrison
Contact Linda Harrison – 828-380-2948 ([email protected])
Approval code 24-487-C
Up to 3 hours SS (HIV or ETHICS)
May 2
Intro to Ecotherapy Skills for Mental Health & Substance Use Counseling
Webinar
Sponsored by Asheville Counseling & Training
Presented by Linda Harrison
Contact Linda Harrison – 828-380-2948 ([email protected])
Approval code 24-487-C
Up to 3 hours SS (EBT)
May 2 & 9
Intro & Advanced Ecotherapy Skills for Mental Health & Substance Use Counseling
Webinar (May 2) & Asheville (May 9)
Sponsored by Asheville Counseling & Training
Presented by Linda Harrison
Contact Linda Harrison – 828-380-2948 ([email protected])
Approval code 24-487-C
Up to 10 hours SS (EBT)
June 6
Ethics of Mental Health & Substance Use Counseling
Webinar
Sponsored by Asheville Counseling & Training
Presented by Linda Harrison
Contact Linda Harrison – 828-380-2948 ([email protected])
Approval code 24-487-C
Up to 4 hours SS (ETHICS)