This 7-part webinar series provides the behavioral health workforce with training on COVID-19 mitigation, management, and communication, as well as an understanding of its intersection with substance use disorder (SUD). People experiencing SUD are at an increased risk of adverse outcomes of COVID-19 infection; their care teams require evidence-based, up-to-date information about effective treatment and management strategies. To address this, our webinar series features leaders in infectious disease, addiction medicine, and behavioral health presenting on best practices for navigating COVID-19 care within a SUD context.

Learning Objectives

1. Describe current research related to COVID-19 and its implications in the field of behavioral health and substance use disorder treatment.
   2. Discuss strategies to communicate effectively, encourage healthcare provider resiliency, and strengthen the workforce for any future pandemic.
   3. Explain the current COVID-19 landscape and the importance of remaining vigilant when interacting with vulnerable populations, including individuals with substance use disorder.
   4. Implement best practices related to COVID-19 mitigation in the behavioral health workforce.

2024 Series

This webinar series is supported by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission through federal funding from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration grant award number HHS001042300006.