Funding Source
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
Structure
- 10 Regional Centers
- 4 Focus Area Centers
- 1 Network Coordinating Office
Scope of work
- Technology transfer including translation of research into tools that can be used by providers for implementing evidence based practice, information dissemination, training and technical assistance (TA) on EBP and TA evidence-based practice (EBP) on implementation for providers of addiction treatment and recovery support services
Target Audience(s)
- Addiction counselors
- Recovery support workers
- Health professionals
- Academics
- State and local government officials
National Priorities
- Workforce development for the existing addiction treatment and recovery work force.
- Pre-service training for people considering working in addiction and recovery including medical and nursing students.
- Increasing access to training and technical assistance via increased use of multiple platforms including e-learning and mobile devices.