The Prevention Training & Technical Assistance Service Center
ABOUT US
Empowering Connecticut’s Prevention Workforce
At the Prevention Training & Technical Assistance Service Center (TTASC), our mission is to create a robust, well-informed, and educated prevention workforce in Connecticut.
By enhancing accessibility and quality of training and technical assistance, we aim to elevate prevention competencies across all critical segments of the workforce. Our consultants bring high-quality knowledge and expertise in prevention competencies, research and data analysis, professional development, and community building. Connect with us to discover how we can enhance and support your work!
Our Services
Transformative Services for Prevention Excellence
We provide a comprehensive suite of services designed to empower prevention professionals and strengthen community efforts in Connecticut including professional development and training for prevention professionals and coalition building and support services.
Professional Development & Training
We are dedicated to enhancing the skills and knowledge of Connecticut’s prevention workforce. Our Professional Development programs offer a range of opportunities for individuals to grow and excel in the prevention field including:
- Specialized Training Workshops
- Online Learning Modules
- Certification Preparation
- Personalized Coaching
Coalition Building & Support Services
We understand that coalitions are essential to community prevention efforts. That’s why we provide comprehensive tools and materials to support prevention professionals in forming and sustaining effective community coalitions including:
- Formation Tools and Resources
- Strategic Planning Support
- Ongoing Technical Assistance
- Community Engagement Strategies
Our Tools
Discover Our Featured Tools for Prevention Professionals & Coalitions
Our comprehensive education and technical assistance tools are designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in your role.
A Parent’s Guide To Opioid Use Prevention
Coalition Vitality Assessment Tool
Strategic Prevention Framework 101
A Parent’s Guide To Opioid Use Prevention
This guide was created with parent’s and caretakers in mind. Learn important information about opioids and the opioid epidemic, how to talk to your child at different stages and other tools that can help keep your child healthy and safe.
Coalition Vitality Assessment Tool
The Coalition Vitality Assessment Tool assesses productive and effectiveness of a coalition in various areas. Learn how it can maximize your coalition’s goals.
Strategic Prevention Framework 101
We are dedicated to supporting prevention professionals in obtaining their Prevention Specialist Certification. Our comprehensive education and technical assistance tools are designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in your role. Whether you are beginning your journey toward certification or seeking to advance your current skills, TTASC is here to help.
Upcoming Training & Events
Empowerment Through Learning
Click on the events below to learn more and register to attend!
June 26th – Certified Prevention Specialist & Associate Prevention Certification Application & Exam Overview
June 26th – Certified Prevention Specialist & Associate Prevention Certification Application & Exam Overview
Important: This training will be offered on two dates (6/26 & 7/15). Please register for only one of the two events. *The information presented will be the same on both dates* Please register
Lunch and Learn: An Orientation to DMHAS Resource Link Connecticut Clearinghouse
Lunch and Learn: An Orientation to DMHAS Resource Link Connecticut Clearinghouse
Please register below to attend this virtual event! Once we’ve received your RSVP, you will receive an email confirmation with the Zoom Link. Trainers: Agnes Skowron, MA, Librarian, Connecticut Clearinghouse Heather
July 15th – Certified Prevention Specialist & Associate Prevention Certification Application & Exam Overview
July 15th – Certified Prevention Specialist & Associate Prevention Certification Application & Exam Overview
Important: This training will be offered on two dates (6/26 & 7/15). Please register for only one of the two events. *The information presented will be the same on both
Online Learning
On Demand Training
We offer a comprehensive range of courses and lessons designed to empower prevention professionals with the knowledge and skills they need to succeed. Whether you’re new to the field or looking to deepen your expertise, our e-learning catalog provides flexible, self-paced options that cover essential topics in prevention, strategic planning, and ethics.
Each course is crafted to deliver high-quality education, complete with interactive modules and knowledge checks, to ensure you gain practical, applicable insights that can be implemented in your work immediately.
Explore our offerings and take the next step in your professional development today!
Join Our Growing Network of Prevention Professionals
Join our LMS today to enhance your professional expertise and make a meaningful impact in your community.
Learners
Courses
CEUs Earned
Learning Hours
Online Course Catalog
- All
- Certified Prevention Specialist (CPS) Essentials
- Connecticut Prevention Misuse Infrastructure
- Coordinator's Guide to YPA Onboarding
- Foundational Ethics for Prevention Professionals Training
- Foundations of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Other Drugs
- Fundamentals of Meeting Management
- Prevention 101
- Problem Gambling Prevention
- Strategic Prevention Framework 101
Inspiring Success
Stories of Professional Growth & Coalition Achievements
Discover the inspiring success stories of professionals and coalitions that have partnered with us to achieve remarkable outcomes in their communities.
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“Prevention is engaging and incorporating people from all experiences and walks of life in creating an enriching environment for folks in the community, especially youth.”
Mary Ollennu
Windham Pride Coalition Prevention Coordinator
“Prevention work is essential for building healthier communities. It’s not just about avoiding negative outcomes but also about promoting positive health, wellness, and community resilience. Engaging the community, especially the youth, in these efforts is crucial for lasting impact.”
Elke Sweeney
Director of Prevention Services, Midwestern Connecticut Council of Alcoholism (MCCA), Stand Together Make Difference (Danbury Local Prevention Council)
The Bristol Eliminating Substance Use Together (BEST) coalition uses a combination of prevention strategies to encourage safe medication use, safe storage, and safe disposal of prescription drugs.
Bristol Eliminating Substance Use Together (BEST) Coalition
“Prevention is investing in your community. Protecting your community from any kind of negative factors that can play out in your community.”
Melvin Wells III
New Haven Prevention Council Program Coordinator and Research Assistant