Youth screening, brief intervention, and referral to treatment (YSBIRT)

You play an important role preparing our youth for a safe, hopeful future. Our interactive training will teach you how to use Youth Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment (YSBIRT) to prevent vaping, alcohol, and other drug use. 

Whether you're a preventionist, behavioral health specialist, educator, youth-serving organization, or anyone else who works with young folks, register today! You'll learn:

• What is YSBIRT?
• The importance of confidentiality and consent. 
• Screening tools to quickly identify substance use. 
• How to decide the right level of treatment. 
• Motivation and behavior change. 
• How to refer to treatment youth who need specialty care. 

This training is provided by the Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department. Questions? Email Cenora.