Addiction Medicine CME and Education
Explore addiction medicine CME/CE through the California Society of Addiction Medicine (CSAM). The CSAM Education Center offers online addiction courses, webinars, conference recordings, clinical education, and professional resources for physicians and other healthcare professionals who care for patients with substance use disorders.
CSAM educational activities draw on current research, clinical advances, and expert perspectives across addiction medicine. Course availability, credit type, and eligibility vary by activity, so participants should review the details for each program before enrolling or claiming credit.
Browse CSAM’s current CME/CE course catalog.
Access the 2025 CSAM Annual Conference recordings and on-demand education.
Explore Addiction Medicine CME/CE Through CSAM
CSAM provides evidence-based continuing medical education and continuing education designed to help healthcare professionals strengthen their knowledge of addiction prevention, assessment, treatment, recovery, and related clinical issues.
The California Society of Addiction Medicine is accredited by the California Medical Association (CMA) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in an activity.
Learn more about available formats, participation steps, and credit pathways in CSAM’s guide to earning CME through CSAM.
Professionals looking for information about certification, Maintenance of Certification, or licensure can also review CSAM’s Certification, MOC, and Licensure resources.
Online Addiction Medicine Courses
CSAM’s online addiction medicine courses and recorded programs make it easier for busy professionals to access education on substance use disorders, opioid use disorder, pain and addiction, gambling disorder, professional evaluations, and other clinical topics.
Visit the CSAM course catalog to view currently available webinars and on-demand courses, along with the credit offered, participation requirements, and registration details for each activity.
The Challenge of Buprenorphine Induction: Overcoming the Neuroadaptive Hurdle
This free 1.5-hour webinar examines challenges associated with buprenorphine induction in opioid-dependent patients. The presentation discusses the science behind the neuroadaptive hurdle and approaches intended to minimize withdrawal symptoms, improve tolerability, and support stabilization in complex cases, including fentanyl dependence.
Featured speakers:
- Andrew Herring, MD, Co-Founder, California Bridge Network
- Josh Luftig, PA-C, Co-Founder, California Bridge Network
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This archived recording is provided for educational purposes. Review current activity information or contact CSAM before claiming CME credit, as credit eligibility may differ from the original live webinar.
Ask the Expert: Talking to Youth and Families About Substance Use and Addiction
This free 1.5-hour webinar addresses common challenges clinicians face when discussing substance use with adolescents and their families. Topics include myths and stigma, developmental and psychosocial factors, family dynamics, confidentiality concerns, and referral pathways for treatment and support.
Speaker: Veronika Mersheriakova, MD
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This archived recording is provided for educational purposes. Review current activity information or contact CSAM before claiming CME credit, as credit eligibility may differ from the original live webinar.
DEA MATE Act Training Requirement and Opioid Education
Clinicians searching for DEA opioid training, DEA 8-hour training, MAT training, or MATE Act training should confirm that a specific educational activity covers the required substance use disorder content and meets the current federal training requirement that applies to their practice.
CSAM offers opioid CME/CE and addiction medicine education on topics such as opioid use disorder, buprenorphine induction, chronic pain, overdose prevention, and evidence-based treatment. Because course availability and eligibility can change, review the description and accreditation information for the individual activity before relying on it to meet a federal or state requirement.
Search the current CSAM course catalog for opioid and substance use disorder education.
Treating Opioid Use Disorder and Managing Chronic Pain
This workshop is designed for clinicians prescribing medication for addiction treatment and pain management. It covers the use of buprenorphine in emergency, hospital, and ambulatory settings; challenging inductions involving fentanyl; and clinical considerations across buprenorphine formulations.
Treating Pain and Addiction
This activity is designed for healthcare professionals seeking education about treating patients with opioid use disorder, current systems of care, pain management, and related compliance considerations.
Substance Use Disorder CME/CE
CSAM’s substance use disorder CME/CE covers a range of behavioral health and addiction medicine topics. Current and recorded activities may address gambling disorder, alcohol and opioid use disorders, clinician communication, professional health, and other emerging areas of practice.
Fitness for Duty Evaluations
This workshop provides knowledge and skills related to completing fitness-for-duty assessments of healthcare and other professionals, including the responsibilities, inquiry, and assessment approach involved in forensic medicine.
Evaluations of Health Professionals: What Addiction Medicine Specialists Should Know
This presentation addresses the evaluation of healthcare professionals, including diagnostic considerations, administrative needs, physician representation, medical staff wellbeing committees, fitness-for-duty evaluations, and associated reporting standards.
The Impact of Gambling Disorder on Body, Brain, and Mind
Watch the recorded activity and review the course page for current information about participation and available credit.
View the recording and course details.
Addiction Medicine Board Exam Prep and Professional Resources
CSAM offers an online Addiction Medicine Board Exam Preparation Course designed for clinicians preparing for the American Board of Preventive Medicine Addiction Medicine Board Exam. The course follows the board’s exam content blueprint and covers key addiction medicine topics, study guidance, and test-taking strategies.
Explore the 2025 Addiction Medicine Board Exam Preparation Course.
Professionals can also review CSAM’s Certification, MOC, and Licensure resources for additional information related to addiction medicine credentials and professional requirements.
Conference Recordings and On-Demand Education
CSAM conference programming brings together addiction medicine professionals for expert-led education, current research, practical clinical insights, and professional collaboration. Recorded conference content and other enduring activities may be available through the CSAM learning platform.
2025 CSAM Annual Conference Recordings
The 2025 CSAM Annual Conference featured nationally recognized experts and education addressing clinical controversies, advocacy and policy, emerging substance use trends, inclusive care, and advances in harm reduction.
Explore the 2025 CSAM Annual Conference recordings.
For information about CSAM’s upcoming in-person program, visit the 2026 CSAM Annual Conference page.
CSAM Education Center FAQs
Does CSAM offer addiction medicine CME/CE?
Yes. CSAM offers continuing medical education and continuing education opportunities focused on addiction medicine and substance use disorders. The credit type, amount, eligibility, and participation requirements vary by activity and are listed with the individual course.
Are CSAM CME courses available online?
Yes. CSAM offers online webinars, recorded programs, and on-demand addiction medicine courses. Visit the CSAM course catalog to see what is currently available.
Is CE available online?
Some online CSAM activities may offer continuing education credit in addition to or instead of physician CME. Review the accreditation and credit details for the specific course to confirm the type of credit available and whether it applies to your profession or licensing requirements.
Does CSAM offer DEA education requirement courses?
CSAM offers opioid and substance use disorder education that may address content relevant to DEA opioid training and the MATE Act training requirement. Participants should review the current course description and applicable DEA guidance to confirm whether a particular activity meets their individual training requirement.
Does CSAM offer substance use disorder CME/CE?
Yes. CSAM educational activities cover substance use disorders and related topics, including opioid use disorder, pain and addiction, alcohol withdrawal, gambling disorder, youth and family communication, and professional health. Available topics vary, so review the current course catalog for active programs.
Does CSAM offer addiction medicine board exam prep?
Yes. CSAM offers an online Addiction Medicine Board Exam Preparation Course designed for clinicians preparing for the American Board of Preventive Medicine Addiction Medicine Board Exam. Review the current course details, availability, and registration information.
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