Comprehensive Tobacco Treatment Specialist Training (30 CE hours)

The Duke-UNC Tobacco Treatment Specialist (TTS) Training Program offers a  comprehensive, evidence-based curriculum designed for medical, behavioral, and public health professionals. The program combines the  latest research on pharmacotherapy and tobacco dependence counseling with practical guidance on running a practice. Participants engage in interactive virtual sessions and self-paced online modules, earning up to 30 continuing education hours. Accredited by the Council for Tobacco Treatment Training Programs, the training covers all core competencies required for national certification. The program aims to equip  professionals with the skills needed to provide effective tobacco treatment and support for individuals seeking to quit tobacco use and live healthier lives.

Program Accreditation

The  Duke-UNC TTS Program is fully accredited by the Council for Tobacco  Treatment Training Programs, and the training provides education in all  core competencies for tobacco treatment specialists as set forth by the  Association for the Treatment of Tobacco Use and Dependence (ATTUD).

National Certification

There are several pathways to national certification as a tobacco treatment professional. Completion of the Duke-UNC TTS training program fulfills the training requirement for any of these pathways; other requirements, such as an exam and/or CE hours, may be required to complete and/or renew these certifications. For more information, please visit our national certification page, or these following sites:

• Tobacco Treatment Certified Professional by the American Heart Association (CPAHA) 

• National Certification in Nicotine and Tobacco Treatment (NCNTT) via NAADAC

Prerequisites

Course participants in the TTS Training Programmust attest to being tobacco free for at least 6 months prior to participating in the program.

CE Credit

The  Duke-UNC Tobacco Treatment Specialist Training Program has been  designated as a jointly accredited activity by Duke Continuing Education  and Professional Development for up to 30 CE hours. The Duke-UNC TTS Training Program is accredited to provide AMA PRA Category 1, ANCC, ACPE, and IACET CEUs. More info >>

Program Cost

Cost  for the virtual training is $1,350, to be paid by credit card upon  registration. (Invoicing arrangements can be made through our office.)  Tuition includes access to all online and virtual course sessions, a  comprehensive TTS training manual, and CE credit processing. Partial  scholarships are available for eligible applicants; see our FAQ page for eligibility requirements. Ask us about our group discounts for  multiple participants registering together from one organization!

For more detailed information about our TTS trainings, please visit our TTS training page.