The Behavioral Health Training and Education Network - BHTEN

03/18/2026

Thank you to everyone who celebrated International Women's Day 2026 with us at BHTEN !!!

This was BHTEN's largest IWD event so far. A full day of community, education, inspiration, and food!

Join us next year for an even bigger even better IWD!!

03/17/2026

03/17/2026

Whatever your reason for seeking support, the is here to help. There is hope. Call or text 988 or chat at 988Lifeline.org

03/17/2026

A Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) is someone living with a mental health or co-occurring condition trained to provide paid peer support. The purpose of this position is to aid, teach, and support others in their recovery process.
Visit DBHIDS.org/cps-training for more.

03/10/2026

Looking for Narcan training? Visit the websites of the above organizations to find out more and learn how to save a life.

03/10/2026

Happy International Women’s Day! This year’s theme, “Give To Gain,” reminds us that investing time, resources, and visibility empowers women — and when women rise, we all rise.

02/27/2026

PCB Certification Reimbursement Q&A

Have you recently received your CAAC, CADC, CRS, or CPS certification? Do you work in Philadelphia County? If so, you could qualify for a reimbursement of your initial exam fee! DBHIDS and BHTEN are committed to helping our Philadelphia behavioral health provider network attain professional certifications despite the cost barrier of the initial exam fee. If you have not received one of these certifications yet, but are interested in pursuing one, a representative from the Pennsylvania Certification Board will present on and answer questions about attaining the certifications.

As the ASAM framework is being implemented across all levels of care, we want to support drug and alcohol services staff to obtain accreditation such as Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC), Certified Associate Addictions Counselor (CAAC), Certified Peer Specialist. (CPS), and Certified Recovery Specialist (CRS).

In an effort to bolster these certifications into our system, we will be hosting a Q&A session with the Pennsylvania Certification Board (PCB) on Tuesday February 24th 10:00am-11:00am. Eligibility information for the reimbursement and each of the certifications will be shared.

You can learn more about the opportunity with our FAQ https://conta.cc/4tcIhr1

You can register for the session here https://conta.cc/3NQxZN3

02/24/2026

More than 1 in 10 Black youth attempted su***de in the past year.
This powerful statistic reminds us why su***de prevention training is so critical in our communities.

📢 Register Today for FREE QPR Su***de Prevention Training (Webinar)
🗓 March 10, 2026
Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR) is a short, evidence-informed su***de prevention training that provides participants with:

• A framework for supporting someone who may be thinking about su***de
• Skills to recognize warning signs
• Guidance on how to ask the question safely
• Information on how to connect individuals to appropriate community resources

QPR equips you with practical tools to intervene early and help save lives.

Together, we can build safer, more supportive communities.
Register Here:
https://bhten.myshopify.com/products/webinar-question-persuade-refer-qpr-su***de-prevention-training-march-10-2026

In honor of , join us for L.E.T.S. (listening, empathy, trust, support) Save Lives: An Introduction to Su***de Prevention for Black and African American Communities.

This presentation, created by and for Black people, is designed to reduce cultural stigma, foster conversations about mental health, and raise awareness of su***de prevention for individuals who identify as Black or African American. The program is grounded in research and delivered by trained presenters from the Black and African American community.

We hope to see you on February 19 at 6pm ET. Register: https://lets-bhm.attendease.com/

02/24/2026

02/24/2026

Philadelphia shows up for one another. On May 17, we walk, run, or stroll to raise awareness of the 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline — free, confidential support, 24/7/365. Save the date. Details coming soon.