Substance Abuse/Drugs

    IASAP Grant Program Management: Regional San Diego, CA

    You may have recently been hired as the coordinator of a grant program. In this role, you will find the job requires you to facilitate an advisory board, manage the grant financials, report on the grant, and ensure the grant deliverables are met. To accomplish these tasks, a coordinator must be flexible, able to multi-task, meet deadlines and work well with others. Beyond these responsibilities, the coordinator will serve as a problem solver, motivator, reporter, diplomat, and an advocate. This course will provide the grant coordinator with the skills and techniques needed for successful implementation of the grant program’s purpose and intent. Participants will learn tips and tools for effective grant coordination from the ground up.

    Visit BJA NTTAC at the ASC Annual Meeting!

    November 19, 2015

    Attending the American Society of Criminology (ASC) Annual Meeting? The Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) National Training and Technical Assistance Center (NTTAC) invites you to visit our booth (#8) to learn about the no-cost training and technical assistance we offer justice agencies.

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    BJA’s Law Enforcement Naloxone Toolkit Supports Obama Administration’s Mission in Addressing Heroin Epidemic

    October 23, 2015

    On Wednesday, October 21, President Barack Obama announced federal, state, local, and private sector efforts to address prescription drug abuse and the country’s growing heroin epidemic.

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    Enhancing Tribal and State Collaborations to Build Sustainable Public Safety Partnerships (Oct 2015)

    This course is designed to be a proactive, comprehensive, training experience that fosters collaboration among tribal, state, federal, and local governments. The class will train and equip participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to identify existing tribal justice challenges for the purpose of strengthening partnerships to more effectively implement criminal justice initiatives in their organizations.

    Secure Connected Tablet Solution to Enhance Educational Opportunities Behind Bars

    This 2:00 p.m. ET webinar will focus on the implementation of educational technology in a safe and secure manner in an Indiana Department of Correction facility. We will discuss programming and how technology has been used to enhance services and opportunities for inmates. Emphasis will be place on security of the device and systems in place to prevent unwanted access or communication.

    Medication Assisted Treatment: Changing Correctional Paradigms

    This 2:00 p.m. ET webinar will describe the processes employed by the Massachusetts Department of Correction in implementing its Medication Assisted Reentry Initiative (MATRI). Attendees will learn about the best practices used in developing the program, engaging stakeholders and community programs, and overcoming obstacles such as bias, funding, and correctional culture. Attendees will also see the results and outcomes of this program after one year of operation.

    Join the Naloxone (Narcan) Administration for Peace Officers and EMTs: Training and Information Webcast

    September 24, 2015

    Please join the International Public Safety Association (IPSA) on Monday, September 28 from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. ET for the "Naloxone (Narcan) Administration for Peace Officers and EMTs: Training and Information" webcast. The instructors will provide current information on the opioid problem, opioid medications and administration, and discuss the important role law enforcement and emergency medical technicians play in combating overdose deaths.

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    Join the Justice Clearinghouse Webinar – ABCs of Tactical Emergency Medical Support: Part 2

    August 31, 2015

    Please join Justice Clearinghouse on Thursday, September 3 from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. ET for the “ABCs of Tactical Emergency Medical Support: Part 2” webinar. This webinar will cover the basics of tactical emergency medical support (TEMS). TEMS is a current hot topic and is relevant to law enforcement, fire and emergency medical support. The webinar will address the development of integrated medical support in law enforcement operations and the recent genesis of the Rescue Task Force.

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    Justice Clearinghouse Webinar - ABCs of Tactical Emergency Medical Support: Part 2

    This educational and non-commercial webinar will cover the basics (and more) about Tactical Emergency Medical Support (TEMS). TEMS is one of the hottest topics in public safety right now, and whether you are in law enforcement, fire or EMS, there is a lot of confusion in what things mean.

    This webinar will address the development of integrated medical support in law enforcement operations and the recent genesis of the Rescue Task Force.

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