Cannabis, Opioid Use Disorder & Harm Reduction: Evidence, Risks and the Pharmacy Team

This 2.0-contact-hour continuing education activity for pharmacy technicians covers opioid therapy, opioid use disorder, medications for opioid use disorder, harm reduction, naloxone, and cannabis use. Learners will evaluate current evidence behind cannabis-related claims, recognize overdose risks and response procedures, identify dangerous drug-use patterns, and use person-first communication in pharmacy encounters. The course also clarifies technician responsibilities, including when to refer questions or concerns to the pharmacist, connect patients with services, or initiate emergency response.