Become a trained facilitator in America's gold standard smoking cessation program.

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A proven-effective program
from the American Lung Association.

The Freedom From Smoking (FFS) Clinics provide a group setting for adults to work through the quitting process.

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There are eight group sessions led by an expert who understands how hard it is for smokers to quit. This may sound like a lot of time. But research has proven that the more time a smoker spends in a supportive situation, the more likely he or she is to succeed.

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Special attention is given to developing a quitting strategy, dealing with recovery symptoms, controlling weight, managing stress through relaxation, assertiveness techniques, proper use of smoking cessation medications and staying off cigarettes.

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For smokers - especially those who have tried to quit before - group support can make the difference in helping participants stay smokefree. Clinics can be conducted in a community setting or at a worksite.

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Freedom From Smoking is also available free online (www.FFSonline.org) for those who are unable to attend a clinic. Activities are similar to those offered during the class-setting and participants can even chat online with others who are taking the online version.

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Would you like to help people kick their nicotine addiction?

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The American Lung Association of the Midland States is looking for enthusiastic volunteers to become trained facilitators and help adults quit smoking. Don't miss this opportunity to become a trained facilitator in America's gold standard smoking cessation program. You can have a positive impact on the lives of many smokers who are trying to quit.

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Who Should Attend?

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This program is designed for Health Care Professionals, Health Educators, Counselors, Tobacco Treatment Specialists and others who want to facilitate the Freedom From Smoking cessation program. Facilitators who lead the program must be a non-smoker or ex smoker and must not have used any form of tobacco in at least 12 months, be good listeners and supportive of the concerns of adults who want to quit smoking.

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Cost of the Workshop

$250 per person Includes:

• Continuing education hours
• Facilitator Binder & Resources
• Certificate of Completion
• Continental Breakfast both days
• Lunch the first day

Note: Facilitators will be responsible for ordering materials for clinic participants from their local American Lung Association office prior to facilitating a class.

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You must attend both days of this training workshop to receive the curriculum and certification.