The Brief Intervention training program has a base fee of $4,300 per training for up to 40 participants. For multiple workshops purchased through the same organization, a 10% discount will be applied to the base fee ($3,870). Each participant is also required to purchase a Brief Intervention training workbook at an additional cost per participant. Workbooks are billed separately based on the number of training registrants and the final participant count.

In-person training workshops include the cost of reimbursement for travel at established federal per diem rates. Availability of in-person training sessions is limited. Complete the Contact Us online form for more information on training costs.

The cost of training includes contracting, liability insurance, registration support, training delivery with IT support, and print materials. Organizations will also receive follow-up resources, including Zoom sign-in sheets, participant feedback reports, individual certificates of completion, and access to a Member Materials website that houses downloadable worksheets and tools, translated materials, training videos, and other resources to support implementation. Participants will also receive assistance obtaining Continuing Education Units (CEUs) through our partner organization, the Center for Applied Research Solutions (CARS).

Yes. Each workshop can accommodate up to 40 participants.

Brief Intervention workshops are appropriate for any youth-serving adults who work with substance-using adolescents or young adults. This may include, but is not limited to school counselors, educators, school administrators, social workers, nurses, paraprofessionals, licensed clinicians, and other adults in related support roles. The Brief Intervention approach can be applied in a variety of settings including, but not limited to schools, post-secondary institutions, youth service organizations, and juvenile justice settings.

The training workshop program covers seven instructional modules that outline the theoretical basis for intervention, and offer instruction on how to deliver each session. Training takes place over two days, 3.5 hours each day. Training sessions could be two consecutive days or a week apart.

Day 1 (3.5 hours)

Welcome and Introduction
Module 1 Introduction to Brief Intervention
Module 2 Themes and Best Practices Supportive of Brief Intervention
Break (10 minutes)
Module 3 Pre-Session with the Adolescent
Module 4 1st Session with the Adolescent: Building the Relationship
Break (10 minutes)
Practice & Module 4 continued
End of Day 1

Day 2 (3.5 hours)

Welcome Back and Review
Finish Module 4
Module 5 2nd Session with the Adolescent: Enhancing Motivation to Change
Break (10 minutes)
Practice & Module 5 continued
Break (10 minutes)
Module 6 Working with Parent(s)/Guardian(s)
Wrap up & Evaluation

The Brief Intervention training workshop is a highly interactive, experiential training program. Participants are strongly encouraged to have cameras on and to contribute to discussion and break-out activities. 

Once an organization has contracted for training, our Brief Intervention Coordinator will send links to Zoom registration forms to the organization’s point of contact. Participants are required to register on Zoom for each day of the training session. This will allow us to verify attendance and provide access to the Member Materials. The registration form collects participant information such as name, email, job title, and organization name. The registration form can be modified to accommodate additional information upon request. If your organization wishes to maintain an internal registration list, participants must still register separately on Zoom for each training session.

Once submitted, the Zoom registration is automatically approved, and participants receive a confirmation email with the meeting link. The registration list will be shared in advance and is available upon request.

On the day of each session, an IT support person will be available to manage break-out rooms, monitor chat boxes, and troubleshoot any technical issues, including helping individuals log onto the training event.

One representative from the contracting organization must be present for the first 10 minutes of the training to orient participants to the session. This will provide an opportunity for organizations to address any specific needs or expectations.

Printed workbooks will be shipped in bulk to the point-of-contact within the contracting organization to distribute to participants. Workbooks include the PowerPoint slide deck and all worksheets and handouts needed to participate in the training. Training materials are updated regularly by EMT Associates.

Participants must have workbooks accessible during the training.

Yes. EMT currently offers in-person training workshops on a limited basis. Please use the Contact Us page to inquire about training availability.

Yes. Participants may request Continuing Education Units (CEUs). EMT offers CEUs through our partner organization, the Center for Applied Research Solutions (CARS). Please refer to the Member Materials section or complete the Contact Us online form for more information.