Naloxone Training & Resources
The following naloxone training resources include information about how to prevent, recognize and respond to an opioid drug poisoning (overdose).
Please Note: The unregulated drug supply is unpredictable and information about how to recognize and respond to a drug poisoning (overdose) can change.
Naloxone Training
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Naloxone Training Materials
VIDEO - SAVE ME Steps to Save a Life
This Video combines separate training modules to provide an overview of how to recognize and respond to an opioid poisoning (overdose) using the SAVE ME Steps using either Intramuscular (injectable) or Intranasal (nasal) naloxone.
Please Note: The unregulated drug supply is unpredictable and information about how to recognize and respond to a drug poisoning (overdose) can change.
Naloxone 101 Course
This is a self-guided, interactive course on how to recognize and respond to a drug poisoning, including how to use naloxone. This course takes approximately one hour to complete.
Naloxone Training Manual
Created to support any person interested in learning how to prevent, recognize and respond to opioid overdoses. It includes the key knowledge and competencies required to administer naloxone.
NaloxoneTraining.com
This quick-training tool can be used by Take Home Naloxone sites to support training individuals who are reciving a Take Home Naloxone kit. The URL for this training tool is displayed on all BC Take Home Naloxone kits. We recommend that individuals who have never taken opioid response or naloxone training first take the Naloxone 101 course listed above.
Responding to a Drug Poisoning Guide (Brochure)
Previously called the 'Overdose Survival Guide'.
This resource is available to order for sites registered in the Take Home Naloxone program.
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Naloxone Resources for Trainers
- Trainers to test paricipant knowledge about drug poisoning recognition and response. It is recommended that the quiz be used both as a pre and post-training assessment tool.
- Individuals to test their knowledge before and after taking the Naloxone 101 course.
BCCDC Take Home Naloxone Trainer Requirements
BCCDC Take Home Naloxone trainers should meet minimum education and training requirements and carry the minimum equipment and supplies to provide effective training opportunities. We also recommend that trainers do annual refresher training.
Naloxone Training Key Takeaways
This train-the-trainer tool provides guidance for trainers to ensure that key learning takeaways (learning objectives) are covered in naloxone training sessions. This resource can also be used to reinforce learning of trainers-in-training before, during, or after education sessions. Training supplies such as VanishPoint® syringes and water ampoules with plastic breakers are available to order by registered naloxone sites.
Participant Training Checklist
This checklist provides a guidance for trainers to assess the knowledge of the participant following a naloxone training session. As the trainer/educator you should be confident that each knowledge objective was covered in the training and that the participant understands each objective.
Take Home Naloxone Training Quiz
This quick quiz is recommended for:
This resource also includes an answer rationale to further support understanding
Training Certificate
This certificate may be presented to those who have completed the Take Home Naloxone training.
Training Certificate Cards - Business Size
These certificate cards may be presented to those who have completed the Take Home Naloxone training.
Train-the-Trainer Training Certificate of Completion
This certificate may be presented to individuals, by participating THN sites, who demonstrate a high level of understanding related to overdose recognition and response and intend to train other potential trainers.
Take Home Naloxone trainers, who intend to train others, should review the following recommended resources:
Trainers should connect with participating THN sites to obtain training supplies for demonstration and practice by trainees.
Please review our complete list of training resources.
Not Just Naloxone
This train the trainer course developed by FNHA explores how to have culturally safe conversations about substance use in First Nations communities.
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Posters & Brochures
Responding to a Drug Poisoning (Brochure)
This resource is available to order for registered Take Home Naloxone sites.
Additional Resources for Sites
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Signs, Postcards & Inserts
Naloxone decals (print-ready)
'Naloxone on Site' and 'Naloxone Training Here' decals.
Best printed on removable white vinyl
SAVE ME Insert - English
SAVE ME Step Insert as displayed in the Take Home Naloxone Kits (English Version).