This course explores the barriers to OUD care during pregnancy and methods to improve maternal and child health outcomes for pregnant women with OUD. 

• Examine the recent trends and health impacts of polysubstance use during pregnancy.
• Explore evidence-based approaches for screening, diagnosis, and treatment of Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) in pregnancy.
• Develop strategies to address barriers to OUD care during pregnancy to improve maternal and child health outcomes.

Format: Self-paced training 

Duration:  ~45 minutes

Created by: Bobbie Alcanzo

Subject Matter Experts: Bridget S. Murphy, DBH, M.Ed., Bobby Alcanzo, MD

Target Audience: Public Health Professionals including community health workers, doctors, nurses, social workers, and health educators.

Published: 3/25/2025

Disclosures:  The planners, reviewers, and authors have no declared conflicts of interest.

Continuing Education: This course is pending approval for continuing education credits.