SBIRT in Colorado
No-cost trainings for Colorado healthcare providers
Learn to implement Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment.
✓ No cost
✓ CE credits available
✓ In-person & virtual
What is SBIRT?
Substance use prevention for patients and clients
S — Screening
BI — Brief Intervention
RT — Referral to Treatment
Evidence-based
A proven practice recommended by the CDC, SAMHSA, and the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force.
Brief & effective
Even a short conversation with a trusted provider can motivate individuals to make changes before problems become serious.
For all settings
Implemented across healthcare, behavioral health, school, and community care settings statewide.
No cost
In-person & virtual
Customized trainings
Adults & adolescents
Since 2016
Training Colorado providers
10,000+
Providers trained & supported through TA
All 64
Colorado counties served
Who we train
Trainings for all healthcare & community professionals
Nurses
Social Workers
Counselors
Public Health Workers
Dental Hygienists
Health Educators
Nurse Aides
Peer Specialists
Pharmacists
Prevention Specialists
Psychologists
Speech Pathologists
Veterinarians
Students
School Personnel
...and more!
Peer Assistance Services
Our mission: Leading with prevention and intervention for substance use and mental health concerns
Since 1984 Peer Assistance Services has provided evidence-based care throughout Colorado communities and healthcare professions where substance use and mental health challenges remain. There is an ever-increasing need for awareness of how prevention and early intervention make a difference in individuals' health and wellbeing. Witnessing the lasting effects of the COVID-19 pandemic has made this even more clear. Building on our experience, adopting current proven approaches, and with a dedicated, skilled staff, we continue to promote prevention and early intervention programs.