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October CHW Colab | Improving Access and Outcomes for Perinatal Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders Through Collaborative Support

Program Details:
October 15, 2025 | 12:00pm-1:00pm
Modality:
  • Webinar
Registration Fee(s):
Free
Additional Details
Instructional Hours:
1.00
Didactic Hours (AHEC Scholars):
1.00
Experiential Hours (AHEC Scholars):
0.00
Registration Deadline:
10/15/25 12:00 PM
Cancellation Deadline:
10/15/25 12:00 PM
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Presenter(s)
Description
This webinar will highlight strategies to improve care for perinatal individuals experiencing mental health challenges and substance use disorders. Presenters will discuss approaches such as peer support, Peer Recovery Doulas, culturally responsive practices, and multidisciplinary collaboration. Attendees will also explore ways to expand access in rural and underserved communities, with real-world examples of innovative programs currently serving birthing individuals in South Carolina.

Keywords: perinatal, substance use, mental health

Objectives

At the completion of this activity, participants will be able to:

  • Identify strategies to increase engagement and retention in care for perinatal individuals with SUD, including peer support, Peer Recovery Doulas, and culturally responsive practices.
  • Recognize the importance of multidisciplinary collaboration in improving perinatal mental health and recovery outcomes.
  • Identify ways to improve access to care for perinatal individuals of many backgrounds, including those living in rural or underserved areas. 
  • Provide contextualized examples of the ways in which novel mental health and substance use screening and access to care programs are being utilized for birthing individuals in South Carolina. 
Disclosures
Upstate AHEC’s conflict of interest policy requires faculty to disclose any real or apparent commercial financial affiliations related to the content of their presentations/materials. The speaker has signed a vested interest form declaring no conflict of interest in education activity. Provisions of this educational activity by Upstate AHEC does not imply endorsement by Upstate AHEC or ANCC of any commercial products displayed in conjunction with this activity.
Credits Available
  • CHW
    South Carolina Community Health Worker
    • Consortium Members:
      • Regular: Free (Until 10/15/2025)
    • All Others:
      • Regular: Free (Until 10/15/2025)
    Credit Statement
    By completing an evaluation of the session, attendees will earn 1.0 CHW Continuing Education Unit (CEU) from the South Carolina Community Health Worker Credentialing Council.
  • Health Professions Student
    Area Health Education Consortium Student
    • Pricing:
      • Regular: Free (Until 10/15/2025)
    Credit Statement
    Participation recognition only: This 1 hour(s) program is presented by Upstate AHEC.
  • All Other Participants
    Area Health Education Consortium
    • Consortium Members:
      • Regular: Free (Until 10/15/2025)
    • All Others:
      • Regular: Free (Until 10/15/2025)
    Credit Statement
    This program provides 0.1 CEUs by Upstate AHEC and meets South Carolina AHEC Best Practice Standards.
  • AHEC Scholars
    Area Health Education Consortium Student
    • Pricing:
      • Regular: Free (Until 10/15/2025)
    Credit Statement
    Participation recognition only: This 1 hour(s) program is presented by SC AHEC.
Locations/Participation Options
Contact(s)

If you have questions about the credits, location/video conference information, or any other details specific to this particular program, please reach out to the contact(s) below:

  • Name:
    Brandi England
    Phone:
    864-508-6302
    Email:
    bengland@upstateahec.org
  • Name:
    Belinda Cowan
    Phone:
    864-349-1160
    Email:
    bcowan@upstateahec.org
If you have questions related to registering or using the AHEC Learning Portal, please contact alp@scahec.net.

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