A professionally trained workforce is extremely important to the continuing improvement of substance misuse prevention services in MN. This course provides the basic knowledge and skills needed to apply the Strategic Prevention Framework (SPF) to plan, implement, and evaluate effective, data-driven substance misuse programs and practices. It introduces the foundations of behavioral health and the public health approach to prevention. The four-day, 37-hour course is designed for people who are new to prevention work, those working in related fields, or members of coalitions working to improve community health. Upon completion, participants receive a certificate they can submit to become a Certified Prevention Professional.