Screening, Brief Intervention, And Referral To Treatment (SBIRT)

April Miller, Pharm. D. and Marcia Brown, MA

September 27, 2023 | 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM

Location: Virtual (Via Zoom)

Substance Use Disorder (SUD) is a medical condition affecting millions of people, their families, and their communities. Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT) is an evidence-based approach to delivering early intervention treatment services for person with substance use disorders and those at risk of developing a substance use disorder. This class will discuss the process of SBIRT, why it’s important and effective, and provide video examples of both effective and ineffective screenings.

Objectives:

After completing this course, participants will be able to:

1. Describe the SBIRT methods and explain its benefits.
2. Identify effective and ineffective brief intervention strategies.
3. Apply the SBIRT methods in a primary care setting.

1.0 CE’s for:

• CHES (Certified Public Health Education)
• CPH (Certified Public Health)
• DMH (PLACE)
• MAAP (Mississippi Association of Addiction Professionals)
• SW (Social Work)