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# Leading the Way

The **free** problem gambling awareness course delivers critical education for support of individuals impacted by problem gambling. The training covers gambling addiction, recovery options, and tools and resources to help others.

The course features gambling addiction expert, Jody Bechtold, who brings 30 years of experience to the field of gambling addiction.

 

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### Register for the free problem gambling awareness course

##### Expand your expertise and discover resources and tools to support those managing problem gambling disorders with the FREE course.

##### Receive a $100 gift card upon completion.

What does the training entail?

**The training consists of two parts**

**Part 1** six hours of online training, to be completed at your own pace\*

**Part 2** a follow-up interview session at a date, time and location (online or in person) to be determined. You will meet with a MNAPG staff member to further assess community needs and priorities around problem gambling.

**Trainer**

Jody Bechtold of The Better Institute. Jody is a professional coach, gambling addiction expert, international speaker and trainer. Jody has over 30 years of experience in the field.

**You will learn:**

- Who is at risk for gambling disorder.
- The impacts on the family from gambling disorders.
- The often-overlapping occurrence of mental health issues, substance abuse and suicide.
- The role of finances in gambling disorders.
- The nature of gambling-motivated crime.
- Resources available for recovery and healing.

**Those working in these areas will benefit:**

- Education
- Spiritual/Faith
- Community Organizations
- Human Resources
- Healthcare
- Financial Services
- Law Enforcement
- Legal Services

**What you will need:**

- Access to the internet with download capability to view video lessons.
-  One-month availability to complete the online training.
- An openness to learning and an interest in offering your compassion and leadership skills to your community.

If you have questions about this free training, please contact [Sonja Mertz.](mailto:comtrain@mnapg.org)

 Register Now!

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