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01/16/2026

The Nevada Health Equity and Loan Assistance ("HEAL") Program will be launching its 2026 application window next week!

The Nevada HEAL Program is a state funded student loan forgiveness program geared towards increasing and retaining healthcare professionals in Nevada.

To qualify, providers must be actively licensed, certified or registered in good standing in Nevada and willing to commit to providing healthcare services in rural or urban underserved communities in the state for at least five years of full-time clinical practice.

The total amount of student loan repayment can range from $15,000 to $120,000, depending on the type of provider.

Applications for the 2026 round of funding for the Nevada HEAL Program will be accepted from Monday, January 19, 2026, through Friday, February 20, 2026, at 11:59 p.m.

All of the application documents, FAQ's, and specifics about the program can be found HERE: https://www.nevadatreasurer.gov/FinancialSecurity/AB-45/Nevada_HEAL_Home/

01/16/2026

This on-demand training is designed for counseling professionals seeking a deeper understanding of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders and practical opportunities for prevention. Topics include diagnosis and misdiagnosis, neurodevelopmental and behavioral impacts, co-occurring conditions, and the social and structural factors that affect identification and care.

The course also explores evidence-informed prevention models, screening approaches, and the importance of trauma-informed, nonjudgmental care, with a focus on supporting individuals and families across diverse and underserved communities.

Learn more and register:
https://www.casatlearning.org/component/eventbooking/self-paced/fasd-2026/680?Itemid=762

01/14/2026

Whole-person care saves lives. Effective treatment of substance use disorders can include medications, counseling & recovery supports. Integrated health services can help patients connect with substance use treatment. Visit FindTreatment.gov today.

01/13/2026

The Pacific Southwest Addiction Technology Transfer Center (Pacific Southwest ATTC) invites behavioral health or substance use providers to participate in an annual survey that aims to collect valuable insights into the training needs, resources, experiences, and challenges faced by professionals who work with communities or individuals affected by substance use or addiction. They want to hear from you: what training and technical assistance is most important to you as a member of the behavioral health workforce?

Please complete the survey by March 16, 2026 by scanning the QR code or by visiting: https://tinyurl.com/PSATTCNA26

The Pacific Southwest Additction Technology Transfer Center, HHS Region 9 housed at the University of California, Los Angeles, and sponsored by SAMHSA offers free training and technical assitance to behavioral health providers across Arizona, Califonia, Hawai'i, Nevada, American Samoa, Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, Guam, Republic of the Marshall Islands, and Republic of Palau.

01/12/2026

Applications are now open for the Peer Recovery Support Specialist Supervisor (PRSS-S) Coaching Academy.

This Spring 2026 academy supports qualified participants interested in becoming Certified Peer Recovery Support Specialist Supervisors (PRSS-S) through the Nevada Certification Board. Participation is available at no cost and includes in-person training in Reno and virtual consultation groups.

Application deadline: January 16, 2026
In-person training: January 30, 2026

Apply now to strengthen supervision skills and support the peer recovery workforce.
https://casatunr.wufoo.com/forms/kny41z51jh1jb7/?

01/09/2026

We are honored to introduce the Nancy A. Roget Scholarship Endowment for Behavioral Health Workforce Academic Programs. This new scholarship celebrates Nancy’s more than three decades of leadership, compassion, and unwavering commitment to strengthening the behavioral health workforce in Nevada and beyond.

A donation to this scholarship supports Nancy’s continued commitment to developing the addiction treatment workforce by helping students dedicated to supporting individuals and families impacted by substance use disorders achieve their educational goals.

Through this endowment, Nancy’s legacy of mentorship, education, and service continues by investing in the next generation of providers and ensuring her impact on communities and the field endures for years to come.

Donate now: https://securelb.imodules.com/s/1949/lg21/form.aspx?sid=1949&gid=2&pgid=667&cid=1890&pdid=6308&dids=3810&_gl=1*1u7axws*_ga*ODgzNjA1OTg3LjE3NjMxNDM4Mzk.*_ga_8MFF7XE0JP*czE3NjMxNDM4MzgkbzEkZzAkdDE3NjMxNDM4MzgkajYwJGwwJGgw

01/08/2026

This brand new 20-hour self-paced training equips paraprofessionals with essential competencies in trauma-informed crisis response, ethical practice, and resilience-building strategies.

Through recorded video lectures, interactive activities, and reflective exercises, participants explore the foundational principles of Trauma Informed Care within sociocultural contexts, examine the psychological and emotional impacts of trauma including grief and compassion fatigue, and develop practical skills in motivational interviewing, de-escalation, and emergency communication.

This course includes 6 hours of ethics content and prepares paraprofessionals to respond effectively and compassionately to individuals experiencing trauma and crisis.

Learn more and register: https://www.casatlearning.org/component/eventbooking/self-paced/ticrp-course/671?Itemid=762

01/07/2026

Small steps lead to big changes. This New Year, focus on one day at a time. Every day is a new opportunity to make healthier decisions. Help is available for you or someone you know: findtreatment.gov

01/06/2026

Join CASAT Learning for an in-person training on the ASAM Criteria 4th Edition, the most widely used framework for assessment, placement, and treatment planning for individuals with substance use and co-occurring disorders.

This 6-hour training will highlight key updates to the 4th Edition and provide practical guidance on applying the ASAM Continuum of Care, the six dimensions, level of care determination, risk rating, and updated transition and continued service criteria.

Participants will work through a case study to strengthen real-world implementation and support person-centered decision making.

📍 Las Vegas, NV | February 3, 2026
📍 Reno, NV | February 5, 2026

Learn more and register: https://www.casatlearning.org/cataloghead/all2?search=eyJjYXQiOiIiLCJ0aXRsZSI6IkltcGxlbWVudGF0aW9uIFByaW5jaXBsZXMifQ==

01/05/2026

January is Substance Use Disorder Treatment Month, a time to raise awareness about substance use disorder treatment and the many paths to recovery. Our January CASAT newsletter shares upcoming trainings, workforce opportunities, and resources that support recovery and strengthen behavioral health care across Nevada.

Read now and subscribe to stay informed.

https://mailchi.mp/casat.org/newsletter-jan-2026

01/01/2026

Happy New Year. CASAT will be closed on January 1. We wish you a safe and happy start to the year.

If the pressure to set resolutions feels heavy this year, our latest blog offers a gentler alternative to the “New Year, New Me” mindset. Visit: https://casatondemand.org/2025/12/24/the-anti-resolution-why-were-ditching-the-new-year-new-me-checklist/

12/29/2025

In this week’s blog post, we explore the Anti-Resolution and why we're ditching the “New Year, New Me” checklist in favor of setting small intentions, subtracting stressors, and living more fully in the present.

To read the full article, visit: https://casatondemand.org/2025/12/24/the-anti-resolution-why-were-ditching-the-new-year-new-me-checklist/

This blog proposes the "Anti-Resolution" approach, a gentler alternative to the toxic "New Year, New Me" pressure that often harms those in recovery or navigating mental health challenges. Instead of setting rigid, binary goals that invite shame and failure, the post advocates for choosing broad "in...