Explore our collection of on-demand continuing education activities designed to support lifelong learning and professional development. These enduring programs allow you to learn at your own pace, access evidence-based content when it is most convenient for you, and earn continuing education credit from anywhere. Browse the available courses below to expand your knowledge, enhance your skills, and stay current with best practices in your field.
COACH Enduring Continuing Education
The Science of Motivating and Influencing Young People
David S. Yeager, PhD
Discover the research behind what drives youth behavior, decision-making, and engagement. This webinar explores evidence-based strategies for building motivation, fostering positive relationships, and effectively influencing young people to make healthy, informed choices in school, home, and community settings.
Opioids in Pain Treatment
Timothy Atkinson, PharmD
Explore the role of opioids in pain management, including how they work, when they may be appropriate, and the risks associated with their use. This webinar provides an overview of safe prescribing practices, alternatives to opioid therapy, and strategies for balancing effective pain relief with patient safety.
Bridging Generations Understanding Substance Use, Stigma, and Technology’s Role
Kristina M. Canfield, MEd
Explore how substance use trends, perceptions, and risk factors differ across generations, and examine the impact of stigma on prevention, treatment, and recovery. This webinar also highlights how technology and social media influence substance use behaviors, offering practical strategies for fostering understanding and meaningful conversations across age groups.
Healthy Aging After 55 The Role of Exercise, Nutrition, and Medication Safety
Elizabeth Pogge, PharmD
Learn how healthy lifestyle choices can support physical, mental, and emotional well-being as we age. This webinar explores the importance of regular exercise, balanced nutrition, and safe medication use, offering practical strategies to help adults over 55 maintain independence, prevent health complications, and improve overall quality of life.
Evidence-Based Treatment for ADHD Pharmacological & Psychosocial Interventions to Prevent Substance Abuse
Dave Anderson, PhD
Gain an understanding of evidence-based approaches for treating ADHD and reducing the risk of substance misuse. This webinar examines the role of medication, behavioral therapies, and family-centered interventions in improving outcomes, strengthening protective factors, and supporting long-term health and well-being.
Controlled Substances: Prescribing and Dispensing Within the Law
Scott Penzak, Pharm.D.
This course provides a comprehensive review of the laws and regulations under the Controlled Substances Act of 1970, which mandate that such substances be prescribed solely for legitimate medical purposes by practitioners operating within the scope of their professional practice.
Alabama’s Prescription Drug Monitoring Program: The Essentials
Vicki Walker
This program highlights the importance of timely and accurate reporting to Alabama’s Prescription Drug Monitoring Program (PDMP). Participants will learn key Alabama statutes and administrative rules, reporting requirements, account setup procedures, data submission processes, and strategies for resolving warnings and errors. The course also explores effective PDMP utilization, interstate data sharing, and the Overdose Risk Score (ORS) to support informed clinical decision-making, enhance patient care, and help reduce prescription drug misuse.
