Marijuana Training

The landscape of marijuana legalization is rapidly changing in the United States. It is important to understand how this policy reform has impacted communities where the drug has been legalized for medical or recreational use. This training will describe the basics of marijuana impairment, common misconceptions, the current state of legalization efforts across the country, Texas laws, and how to help prevent marijuana impaired driving.

View the Essential Education on Marijuana Training Here

**NOTE** To take the course, you will have to create a free account with www.teachable.com

The National Highway Safety Administration (NHTSA) reminds us that while many states have changed their laws regarding marijuana, it is still illegal everywhere to drive under the influence of any drug. Marijuana has the potential to slow reaction time, influence judgement of distance, and decrease coordination, which are all essential to the driving task. NHTSA and the National Ad Council have partnered to develop a campaign called, “If You Feel Different, You Drive Different.” You may view additional resources here.

TTI Offers Free Training

The information is presented by the Center for Alcohol and Drug Education Studies and is delivered free of charge thanks to the generous funding by the Texas Department of Transportation.

Topics Covered

All training participants will learn about:

• The Basics of Marijuana
• Impacts of Legalization
• Impairment
• Misconceptions
• Current State of Legalization
• Texas Laws
• Driving While Intoxicated (DWI)
• Reducing Marijuana Impaired Driving

Training Coordinators

For more information about the training, contact

• Cody Stewart at [email protected]
• Christine Adams at [email protected]

Resources

• Examples of Cannabis Products – Information Sheet
• “Am I High?” – Cannabis Impairment Indicators Infographic
• Focus Group Technical Memorandum

FAQ

1. 1. Is this training going to cost me anything?
      No!  The course is sponsored by the Texas Department of Transportation, so there is no cost to you or your agency.
   2. How long is the training?
      This training is broken up into modules that you may complete on your own time. From start to finish, the training is approximately 1 hour.
   3. Do I get continuing education credit?
      Unfortunately, we are not offering education credits at this time.
   4. Do I need to pre-register for this training?
      No, the training course is self-paced through Teachable.com. You will need to register for an account at Teachable to view the course.
   5. Can a co-worker of mine participate?
      We encourage anyone that will be helped by this curriculum to view the training course.
   6. How do I get this training in my area?
      If you would like us to host an in-person training in your area, please contact the training coordinator, and we will be happy to work with you!
   7. How do I use www.teachable.com?
      Use https://support.teachable.com/hc/en-us for support or follow the directions below.
      • Click on course to select.
      • Click on Enroll now button.
      • Log in or register with teachable.com.  It is free.
      • Confirm your email by using the link emailed to you.
      • Select Go to Course Curriculum button.
      • Click Start button on right-hand side of screen on the first module.
      • When slide opens, hit the Play triangle at the bottom-left of the screen.
      • When each slide is completed, click the Complete and Continue button at the top-right of the screen.
   8. I took the course, but I would like to look at the sources cited.  Is there an easy way to do that?
      Absolutely!  All the sources cited during the presentation can be found here: Marijuana Sources in Online Curriculum