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Technical Assistance and Training

SAMHSA-funded training and technical assistance centers offer free support to those working in the field on topics across the behavioral health spectrum. This includes assistance for states, tribes, non-profits, communities, health care professionals, and behavioral health specialties including licensed clinicians and peer support specialists. 

Training and technical assistance serves: 

  • National audiences through webinars, online learning modules, and written resources 
  • Specific groups through topic-based virtual learning collaboratives, communities of practice, or short-term training 
  • Communities, states, tribes, and systems through intensive individualized technical assistance

New SAMHSA Publication

Expanding Behavioral Health Teams in Care Deserts With Community Health Workers and Peer Support Specialists.

Serious Mental Illness

SAMHSA is committed to promoting the prevention, treatment, and recovery to those who have serious mental illness.

Alcohol Awareness Month

April is Alcohol Awareness Month—a time to raise awareness of alcohol misuse and prevent underage drinking.

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