Training & Research

Training Calendar

We believe it’s crucial to advance diverse perspectives on problem gambling. Here, you’ll find events hosted by leaders, researchers, clinicians and advocates from a wide range of communities and backgrounds. Many of our trainings also offer gambling-specific CEs!

NATIONAL TRAINING Calendar
Jun
16
Tue
2026
Practical Steps for Effective Program Evaluation
Jun 16 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Program evaluation is a critical process for assessing if a program is being implemented as intended and achieving its desired results. This webinar frames evaluation as an iterative, adaptive practice rather than a rigid sequence, emphasizing flexibility through the principle of “start anywhere, follow it everywhere.” This session will examine key steps, including defining the scope of evaluation, forming teams, selecting appropriate designs, and aligning measurement strategies with program objectives. The discussion will compare formative, outcome, and developmental evaluation approaches, highlighting practical implications and resource considerations. This webinar is free for members and $59 for non-members. There are no CE’s available for this webinar
Jul
9
Thu
2026
NCPG Annual Conference 2026: Pre-Conference Virtual Networking
Jul 9 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
This networking session is exclusively available to individuals registered for the NCPG Annual Conference 2026. Make connections before you ever arrive in Nashville! Join fellow attendees for the NCPG Annual Conference 2026 Virtual Networking Session, an opportunity to meet peers, expand your professional network, share interests, and start conversations before the conference begins. Whether you’re attending for the first time or reconnecting with colleagues, this informal session is a great way to build relationships and make the most of your conference experience.
Jul
14
Tue
2026
Agility Grants Fall 2026 Info Session
Jul 14 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
This 60-minute webinar provides an overview of the National Council on Problem Gambling Agility Grants program and application process for the upcoming funding cycle. Open to all applicants, the session will highlight key updates and requirements to be aware of before applying. Topics include: – Program goals, priorities, and eligibility – Examples of funded prevention projects – Application process, timeline, and review criteria – Key application updates, including required components – Guidance on the required logic model and evaluation alignment – Tips, resources, and Q&A Price: This webinar is free to the public, but registration is required. CE’s Available: There are no CE’s available for this webinar.
Jul
15
Wed
2026
NCPG Webinar: Foundations of Problem Gambling & Responsible Gambling
Jul 15 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
This webinar is exclusively available to individuals registered for the NCPG Annual Conference 2026.
This one-hour virtual training introduces problem gambling and responsible gambling. Participants will learn how to define problem gambling, recognize common warning signs and risk factors, and understand its impacts on individuals, families, and communities. The session also covers basic responsible gambling strategies and highlights available support resources. By the end of the training, participants will be better equipped to make informed decisions about gambling and connect themselves or others to help when needed.
Aug
4
Tue
2026
NCPG Annual Conference 2026: Post-Conference Virtual Networking
Aug 4 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
This networking session is exclusively available to individuals registered for the NCPG Annual Conference 2026.
Keep the conversation going after Nashville! Join fellow NCPG Annual Conference 2026 attendees for a virtual networking session to reconnect with colleagues, continue discussions sparked during the conference, share key takeaways, and explore opportunities for future collaboration. It’s a great opportunity to strengthen the connections you made and stay engaged with the national problem gambling community.
Aug
25
Tue
2026
Campus and Community-Partnering for Impact in Gambling Harm Prevention
Aug 25 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Effective gambling harm prevention thrives when campuses and community partners work together with a shared purpose. While collaboration with higher education can be shaped by structural, cultural, and language differences, these partnerships also present meaningful opportunities for collective impact. This session invites community prevention professionals to explore how to engage collaboratively with college systems and student subcultures (e.g., athletics, fraternity and sorority life). Participants will examine both shared goals and distinct approaches to prevention, building a mutual understanding that strengthens partnership efforts. Through real-world examples and interactive discussion, participants will develop practical, actionable approaches to fostering sustainable, impactful campus–community partnerships. Free for members, $59 for non-members. There are no CE’s available for this webinar.