Full course description
Description
This training provides a comprehensive overview of fentanyl, its origins, risks, and impacts, particularly in Tennessee. Participants will learn about fentanyl’s potency, its role in the rise of overdose deaths, and the misinformation surrounding it. Emphasis is placed on harm reduction strategies, including the use of fentanyl test strips and safe handling protocols, to mitigate accidental exposure and overdoses.
Target Audience
Healthcare providers, community service workers, educators, and anyone working on substance abuse prevention or harm reduction.
Learning Outcomes
After completing this training, you will be able to:
- Understand the role of illicitly manufactured fentanyl in overdose deaths.
- Identify the risks and misconceptions surrounding fentanyl exposure.
- Apply harm reduction strategies, including the use of fentanyl test strips.
- Educate others about fentanyl’s dangers and prevention methods.