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Tennessee’s Naloxone Access Laws
It is crucial for mental health and substance abuse professionals to understand the recently enacted Tennessee Naloxone Access laws, as these laws empower them to play a pivotal role in combating the opioid crisis. By being knowledgeable about these laws, professionals can better assist their clients by providing life-saving information on how to access and administer. This understanding not only enhances their ability to respond effectively in emergencies but also supports broader public health efforts to reduce opioid-related deaths in the community.
This course explores the Tennessee Naloxone Access laws and their practical applications.
This course will award 1 continuing education hour.
Please see the board approval box for course approvals.Course Objectives
- Understand the key provisions of Tennessee’s Naloxone Access laws and their implications for healthcare professionals.
- Learn the procedures for legally prescribing, dispensing, and administering Naloxone in Tennessee.
- Explore the legal protections offered to individuals who administer Naloxone during an opioid overdose emergency.
- Recognize the role of mental health and substance abuse professionals in educating clients about Naloxone access and use.
- Identify community resources and strategies to increase Naloxone accessibility and awareness.
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National Approvals
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- Relevance: This course is relevant for mental health and substance abuse professionals who work in Tennessee with clients who could potentially overdose.
- Content Level: Intermediate
- Course Format: This course is offered as a self-paced distance learning format (reading-based online activity)
- System Requirements: This course is offered online. Internet connection required.
- Course Completion Information: To earn continuing education credit, professionals must register and pay the fee for the course. They must read the content and demonstrate understanding by earning a minimum score of 70 percent on testing materials. The certificate of completion will be able to be downloaded after the above is completed. Refunds will be granted upon request with the withdrawal of credit for the course. For questions, concerns, or to request special accommodations, please call 866-863-4225 or email [email protected].
- CEBroker Course ID: 1241404
- Credit Hours: 1
This course is relevant for mental health and substance abuse professionals who work in Tennessee with clients who could potentially overdose.