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Better Support Those Affected by Gambling Harm
Professionals across healthcare, education, and social services are often the first to recognize signs of gambling-related harm. This page connects you to trusted training opportunities, screening tools, and evidence-based practices developed by leaders in the field. Whether you’re expanding your knowledge or seeking to strengthen your skills, these resources support your ability to serve individuals and families affected by gambling. Each opportunity is designed to fit real-world settings and reflect the diverse needs of Oregon communities.
Oregon Health Authority Problem Gambling Services
OHA’s Problem Gambling Services offers a comprehensive, culturally responsive continuum of free prevention, treatment, and recovery support across Oregon. Services include telehealth and in-person counseling, peer support, residential care, outreach, and education—backed by lottery-funded resources and data-driven evaluation.
Oregon Trainings
ACORN connects counselors, therapists, educators, and other professionals with expert-led, high-quality online training. With over 30 years of experience, they offer advanced continuing education through partnerships with leading academics and practitioners.
Oregon Online Training
Core Competencies for Problem Gambling Professionals
- A Guide to Core Competencies for Problem Gambling Treatment Providers
- Guide to Core Competencies for Problem Gambling Prevention Professionals
Additional Courses
Northwest Partner Council Trainings
The Northwest Partners Council, coordinated by the Evergreen Council on Problem Gambling, offers a variety of professional trainings on gambling prevention, treatment, and recovery. These trainings are open to Oregon providers and typically require a registration fee.
National Council on Problem Gambling Trainings
The National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG) promotes awareness, research, and advocacy around problem gambling and responsible gambling nationwide. It offers a robust training library, webinars, and conferences for professionals seeking to expand their knowledge and skills.
Mental Health and Addiction Certification Board of Oregon Certification
The Mental Health and Addiction Certification Board of Oregon (MHACBO), certifies behavioral health professionals through evaluation of education, experience, and examination. Certification ensures providers meet professional standards, follow ethical guidelines, and maintain up-to-date knowledge through continuing education. Explore becoming a Certified Gambling Addiction Counselor (CGAC), or, if you have lived experience, a Certified Gambling Recovery Mentor (CGRM)
Voices of Problem Gambling Recovery
The Certified Gambling Recovery Mentor (CGRM) program offers a 40-hour MHACBO-approved training designed for individuals with at least two years of recovery from gambling disorder, preparing them to provide peer support, advocacy, and guidance to others in recovery.
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