Naloxone Virtual Train-the-Trainer Training
Prepare your team. Strengthen your community. Help save lives.
Every second matters during an overdose emergency. The POINT Center MD Naloxone Virtual Train-the-Trainer Training prepares participants to educate others about opioid overdose recognition and the safe, effective administration of nasal naloxone.
This interactive, two-hour training goes beyond overdose response basics by helping participants build the knowledge and confidence needed to train staff, peers, organizations, and community members. Participants will also explore approaches for providing naloxone education through compassionate, culturally humble, and person-centered communication.
Upcoming Live, Virtual Trainings
Live, virtual training will be offered on the following dates. Participants only need to attend one session.
Thursday, October 22, 2026
10:00 AM–12:00 PM
Wednesday, January 27, 2027
10:00 AM–12:00 PM
Who should attend?
This training is designed for professionals and community members who will provide naloxone education or train others to respond to an opioid overdose, including:
- Community outreach and drug user health staff
- Peer recovery specialists
- Behavioral health professionals
- Healthcare workers
- School and youth program staff
- Public safety personnel
- Workplace wellness coordinators
- Community-based and faith-based organization staff
- Professionals responsible for organizational overdose-response training
Learning objectives
Following the training, participants will be able to:
- Identify common opioids and the signs of a suspected opioid overdose.
- Demonstrate the correct steps for responding to an overdose and administering nasal naloxone.
- Explain applicable Maryland legal protections related to naloxone administration and seeking emergency medical assistance.
- Deliver accurate and compassionate naloxone education using culturally humble, person-centered language.
- Instruct staff, peers, and community members in foundational overdose-recognition and response practices.
Why this training matters
A trained responder can save a life. A prepared trainer can equip an entire team or community to act.
By expanding access to clear, practical, and compassionate naloxone education, organizations can strengthen overdose preparedness and help more people respond confidently when an emergency occurs.
Build your knowledge. Prepare others to respond. Strengthen overdose prevention across Maryland.