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Empowering Communities: MidSOUTH’s Training for Change in Child Welfare and Beyond
MidSOUTH is a training and education organization that equips practitioners, providers, and advocates with the essential tools to empower oppressed and vulnerable populations and make community-wide improvement through continuing education in the areas of child welfare, healthy families / family support, prevention, and addictions.
Upcoming Courses and Conferences
Explore our upcoming training opportunities. Select a course title to learn more and register.
| Course Title | Date |
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Regulating the Nervous System in Addiction Treatment: A Polyvagal and Somatic ApproachInstructor: Regulating the Nervous System in Addiction Treatment: A Polyvagal and Somatic Approach Location: UALR Donaghey Student Center Mtg. Rms A B C Description: Understanding substance use as an adaptive response to nervous system dysregulation, chronic stress, trauma, and/or shame-rather than a failure of will or motivation. In many cases, behavior change and insight are not enough, and treatment needs to both intentionally and compassionately address the nervous system and how it impacts the decision cycle through relapse, collapse, or disengagement. This full-day, in-person training offers substance use treatment providers a polyvagal- informed, somatic, and trauma-responsive framework for understanding and working with SUD. The emphasis will be on regulation, safety, and engagement to support clinicians in responding to common clinical challenges such as resistance, ambivalence, emotional numbing, and relapse. This interactive workshop blends contemporary neuroscience, somatic and contemplative traditions, applied clinical understanding, experiential practices, and case examples to engage learners in understanding, application, and embodiment. | 5/22/26 to 5/22/26 |
Xylazine and Other OpioidsInstructor: Xylazine and Other Opioids Location: Zoom Webinar Description: Join Dr. Alison Oliveto for a one-hour Lunch and Learn covering trends and general information about Xylazine and other opioids. | 5/20/26 to 5/20/26 |
Future of Alcohol and Other Drug PreventionInstructor: Future of Alcohol and Other Drug Prevention Location: Zoom Webinar Description: This session explores the history of alcohol and other drug (AOD) prevention, highlighting key shifts in strategy, science, and community action over time. Participants will examine where prevention stands today and considers emerging trends, tools, and priorities shaping where we're headed next. The session will include a 30-minute facilitated interview with Dr. Hansen, followed by time for questions from the audience. | 5/14/26 to 5/14/26 |
Relapse Prevention PlanningInstructor: Relapse Prevention Planning Location: Zoom Webinar Description: This training provides support for implementing The Relapse Prevention. The Relapse Prevention Program is a curriculum that consists of nine units that focus on the most important causes of a return to use among people in recovery. All levels of behavioral health professionals and certification, including psychologists, substance use disorders counselors and peer support specialists, nurses, case managers, social workers, pastoral counselors, and health educations can use this program, and in all levels of care, including inpatient and outpatient settings. The Relapse Prevention Program presents a modern-day understanding of preventing a return to use. | 5/6/26 to 5/6/26 |
Comorbidity of Eating Disorders and Alcohol and Other Drug UseInstructor: Comorbidity of Eating Disorders and Alcohol and Other Drug Use Location: Zoom Webinar Description: This session examines the intersection of eating disorders and alcohol and other drug (AOD) use, highlighting shared risk factors, warning signs, and how the conditions can reinforce one another. Participants will learn strategies for prevention and early intervention, including how to support youth with integrated, trauma-informed approaches. | 4/16/26 to 4/16/26 |
Group Dynamics in CounselingInstructor: Group Dynamics in Counseling Location: Zoom Webinar Description: This professional development workshop provides an in-depth exploration of the theories, processes, and skills essential for effective group counseling. Participants will examine the stages of group development, group member roles, facilitation strategies, and methods for fostering cohesion and working through conflict. Designed for counselors, clinicians, and helping professionals, this workshop equips participants with practical tools to enhance group outcomes and support diverse client needs. | 4/14/26 to 4/14/26 |
Mindfulness Oriented Recovery Enhancement (M.O.R.E.)Instructor: Mindefulness-Oriented Recovery Enhancement (More) Training Location: Zoom Webinar Description: This event will provide a brief overview of the M.O.R.E. program and data relevant to individuals in the Substance Use Disorder workforce. MORE is an evidence-based, transdiagnostic therapy that unites complementary aspects of mindfulness training, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and principles from positive psychology into an integrative treatment approach for addiction, stress, and chronic pain. | 3/20/26 to 3/20/26 |
Innovation in Evidence-Based Prevention EducationInstructor: Innovation in Evidence-Based Prevention Education Location: Zoom Webinar Description: This session highlights how innovation can strengthen prevention efforts by using data, community insight, and creative strategies to better meet emerging needs. Participants will learn how to select effective programming by assessing evidence, fit, feasibility, and long-term impact for the communities they serve. The session will include a 30-minute facilitated interview with Dr. Wyrick, followed by time for questions from the audience. | 3/12/26 to 3/12/26 |
Implementing SBIRT with Adolescents: Tools and StrategiesInstructor: Implementing SBIRT with Adolescents: Tools and Strategies Location: Wilma Anderson Center - Pine Bluff Description: This training introduces participants with the knowledge and tools to better support adolescents through the SBIRT (Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment) framework. This evidence-based approach explores the importance of early detection and intervention in adolescent substance use. Participants will learn how to use validated screening tools designed for youth, practice trauma-informed strategies for building trust and reducing stigma, gain confidence in navigating sensitive conversations with adolescents, and understand how and when to make effective referrals for treatment or additional support. | 3/9/26 to 3/9/26 |
Prevention Core CompetenciesInstructor: Prevention Core Competencies Location: UALR - Reynolds Business Building 103 Description: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) prevention core competencies establish a professional framework for substance misuse prevention, covering essential knowledge, skills, and abilities for practitioners. Core domains include understanding prevention science, assessing community needs, planning evidence-based interventions, building capacity, and ensuring cultural competence to improve service delivery, workforce development, and community impact. Key domains and competencies include: Prevention Science and Application: Understanding and applying research-based theories, principles, and risk/protective factors to prevent substance misuse. Assessment and Analysis: Data gathering, identifying community needs and resources, and defining the specific problem. Planning and Implementation: Developing and implementing evidence-based prevention strategies and programs. Capacity Building and Collaboration: Building community partnerships, promoting collaboration, and engaging stakeholders. Evaluation and Monitoring: Assessing the effectiveness and impact of prevention programs. Cultural Competence and Ethics: Ensuring cultural relevance, inclusion, and adhering to professional ethical standards. | 3/3/26 to 3/5/26 |
Print Your MidSOUTH Training Certificates
Access and print your training transcripts for all MidSOUTH programs by following these steps:
- Click the button below to visit the Training login page.
- Log in to the online registration system using your credentials.
- From the “My Account” menu, click History to view your completed trainings.
- Click on Certificates to view your completed trainings (you can sort by Course Code, Course Title, or End Date by clicking on the individual headings).
- Click on Get My Certificate next to the course you need and a .pdf will automatically generate in a new window that you can then download or print for your records.
*To request a training transcript for all of the courses you have completed, or for a specific date range, please email registration@midsouth.ualr.edu with the transcript criteria needed and one will be provided to you.