Anti-Vaping Training

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Intervention: The overall goal of our education-based intervention partnership program is to teach youth about the dangers of tobacco use, including e-cigarettes, how to confront their own use and to consider quitting.

What we offer: 

On-site training on an education-based intervention program that is an alternative to suspension or citation programs, offered as an option to youth who face suspension or consequences for violation of school tobacco or e-cigarette use policies or community ordinances. 

What’s included: 

Our American Lung Association certified facilitators provide 4 sessions (50 minutes each*) to be taught middle or high schools, alternative schools, youth detention centers, job corps, alcohol and drug prevention centers, after school programs, and rehab or treatment centers (Upon successful completion, participants receive a certificate of completion)

Who is this training for:

Youth who have used tobacco or e-cigarettes under the legal age of 21 in school or community settings 

*Timing of these sessions can be individualized based on what is feasible for a given school

Prevention: The overall goal of our prevention partnership program is to prevent the initiation of e-cigarette use among preteen and teen adolescents.

What we offer:

On-site training on an evidence-based youth nicotine vaping prevention program that will provide your students with the skills to resist peer pressure and media influences to try e-cigarettes.

What’s included:

Our CATCH Global Foundation certified facilitators provide 4 lessons (35 minutes each*) for grade groups to be taught on-site during a normal class period, during homeroom, student enrichment time, after-school, or at other non-school activities and clubs. (Upon successful completion, participants receive a certificate of completion)

Who is this training for:

Grade Groups 5-6, 7-8, and 9-12

*Timing of these sessions can be individualized based on what is feasible for a given school

Cessation: The overall goal of our teen smoking/vaping cessation partnership program is to help teens who want to quit, and provide the tools, information and support to quit for good.

What we offer:

In-person sessions through the Beyond Program for participants to identify their reasons for smoking, vaping, or chewing tobacco, healthy alternatives to tobacco use, people who can support them in their efforts to quit, and effective tools to prepare and support them through their quit journey.

What’s included:

Our American Lung Association certified facilitators provide a 10-session program to be taught at the Above & Beyond Center. (Upon successful completion, participants receive a certificate of completion)

Who is this training for:

Teens who want to quit or reduce their tobacco/nicotine use

Is your organization interested in partnering with Above & Beyond Agency to help establish a long-term profitable after-school S.T.E.M. enrichment program and/or summer enrichment camp? If so, schedule a consultation today. 

The Above & Beyond Centers are dedicated to the academic success and confidence of our members. We offer tutorial support for the following  subjects: 

• English 
• Math
• Reading

Additional subjects are available upon request. 

Experienced & Passionate Tutors: All tutors complete a certified tutor and mentorship program.

This course is designed to provide guidance to becoming an effective tutor. With this course, participants will become more productive and confident as they work toward achieving a tutoring certification approved by the Above & Beyond Center.

FIRST AID/CPR/AED CERTIFICATION CLASSES

We offer both self-paced and instructor-led American Red Cross certification courses.

For Non-Healthcare providers, such as: day care providers, personal trainers, coaches, school teachers, construction workers, etc.

Upon successful completion of this course you will receive a digital certificate for Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED valid for two years.

OSHA & Workplace Approved

The Above & Beyond Center's Entrepreneurship initiatives provide hands-on and unique educational experiences to help participants fulfill their dreams of working for themselves.

Series 1: Learn how to make passive income using a Cricut Cutting Machine from the comfort of your home.  

The Cricut is a cutting, scoring, and writing machine, all guided by a computer-based workstation. It does exactly what you tell it to do, precisely and efficiently. 

What you'll learn:

This program contains 2 live instructor-led sessions that provide step-by-step instruction on how to use your Cricut faster, easier, and better. The following topics are covered to help participants began marketing and selling their own unique products:

• Setting Up and Registering your Cricut
• Exploring Cricut Design Space
• Creating your first project (t-shirt)
• Creating your second project (cup or glass)
• Ways to Advertise your projects (overview)

This course includes:

• 4 hours of detailed instruction
• Small Class Sizes for individualized directions
• Certificate of Completion

Availability:

• Choose Face-to-Face or Live Instructor-led Virtual Sessions

Requirements:

 Laptop
 Cricut Machine
 Cricut Tools
 Adhesive Vinyl & Heat transfer
 Cup & T-shirt 

Who this course is for:

• People who want to learn how to use their Cricut Maker or Cricut Air Pro.
• People who are interested in learning how to make passive income.