CE / Trainer course
Layperson Naloxone Administration
Course Overview
The Layperson Naloxone (NARCAN) training course will teach you how to recognize the signs of an opioid overdose and administer the opioid overdose reversal drug Naloxone.
The course is available as a self-paced online continuing education course, as a trainer program for in-person and virtual settings, or delivered by Overdose Lifeline as live online and on-site training for groups of five or more.
The Layperson Naloxone (NARCAN) Administration training course is suitable for laypersons, including, but not limited to: businesses, organizations, community members, correctional facilities, educators, faith groups, government and health care professionals, parents and caregivers, pharmacies, school nurses, senior living facilities, sober living communities, treatment and recovery centers, and more.
Note: The training does not provide the credentials to be a Naloxone Distribution Entity. State requirements differ. Therefore please check with your local state HHS or Health Departments for specific requirements for your state.
What You Will Learn
- Recognize the signs of an opioid overdose
- Demonstrate how to administer the opioid overdose reversal drug naloxone
- Discuss the role of harm reduction in the overall opioid public health crisis solutions / action plan / strategy
- List a minimum of three overdose prevention tips for people who use drugs
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Course Outline
- Brief Review of the Disease of Addiction
- Opioid Overview and Fentanyl 101
a. The Opioid Family of Drugs
b. Fentanyl 101, Myths, Exposure Risks, Safety Precautions / PPE - The Opioid Public Health Crisis
a. Data, Trends and Impact
b. Opioid / Fentanyl Involvement
c. Youth / Young Adult (15-24) Trends
d. Special Population Trends - Harm Reduction and Overdose Prevention
a. Harm Reduction Definition and Strategies and Overdose Prevention Tips for People Who Use Drugs
c. Individuals at Risk and Signs of Opioid / Heroin Use - Recognizing and Preventing an Overdose
a. Opioid Overdose Signs and Symptoms
b. What is Naloxone and Safety Considerations
c. How Opioids Affect the Central Nervous System
d. How Naloxone Stops an Overdose
e. Naloxone Myths and Studies - Naloxone Laws and Access
a. Naloxone Laws
b. Naloxone Access - Naloxone Administration
a. Intranasal and Intramuscular Naloxone Administration
b. Recovery Position
d. What to Expect After Administration and General Naloxone Information and FAQ - Solutions
- End Notes and Resources
Online CE Course
Online, self-paced continuing education.
1.5 CE Credits
Clinician and layperson accreditation through Purdue University, College of Pharmacy, Office of Continuing Education.
Fees
Individual Course: $25
Prerequisites
None
Trainer Program
Get Certified. Train Others.
Our programs are built on evidence, rooted in compassion, and designed to make staff and community education easier, more effective, and more engaging for diverse audiences.
Turnkey Program. Trainer Online Resource Center includes customizable presentation slides with trainer notes and script, versions for different session lengths, and all supporting materials—surveys, handouts, activities, poll questions, certificates, flyers, and more.
Training and Annual Licensing Fee: $380
- Group Licensing Available.
- Optional Printed Trainers Kit additional $55/person
Program Discounts
- 15% discount for 6+ trainers
- 15% discount for multi-program purchases
Virtual Group Training
We bring the training to you—virtually. Group sessions are available for five or more participants and can be customized to meet the specific needs of your organization.
Depending on your goals, sessions can incorporate interactive elements such as quizzes, polls, breakout discussions, and other tools to deepen learning, boost engagement, and capture outcomes.
Contact us to learn more or request a tailored quote.
