Opioid Overdose Prevention Program

Naloxone training discusses an overview of opioids, opioid overdose, and how to administer naloxone. Attendees can request a naloxone kit after the training.

Fentanyl test strip training includes information about fentanyl overdose and an overview of how to use fentanyl test strips. Those requesting fentanyl test strips must also be trained in how to administer naloxone.  Attendees can request both a naloxone kit and fentanyl test strips after their training.

Students, faculty, and staff can become a Naloxone trainer through Columbia Health. We’re not currently accepting applications for new trainers. Check back for updates on becoming a trainer.

Students can also become trainers through our CU Well Peer Leader (CPE) program, led by Alice! Health Promotion. For questions about recruitment, visit our volunteer opportunities page or email [email protected].

Columbia Health is happy to share our process and resources for our program. If you’re a faculty or staff member looking for more information about how to start overdose prevention training at your school or university, please fill out our Resources Inquiry Form and someone will connect with you.

To report a naloxone administration, email [email protected] with the number of naloxone doses you administered (1 or 2). Any other information about the event is kept confidential.

We are required to report the number of naloxone doses that have been administered to the city and state health departments. Personal information about an administration is not reported to the school, city, or state.

If you have administered naloxone you can request to have a confidential debrief conversation with someone from our program, if you would like. You can also request a new naloxone kit. Email [email protected] for support.

We recommend requesting a new kit once it’s nearing or reached its expiration date.

To replace an expiring kit, attend one of our trainings or email [email protected] to have a replacement kit mailed to you. Current affiliates can also stop by the Alice! Health Promotion office (John Jay Hall, 3rd Floor) to request a new kit as well.

Below are a few examples of resources for those navigating their opioid use:

Students

• Morningside/Manhattanville (including TC, JTS, and UTS):
  • Alice! Health Promotion - Substance Use and Recovery Visits
  • Counseling and Psychological Services
  • Medical Services
• Barnard College:
  • Alcohol and Substance Awareness Program (ASAP)
  • Furman Counseling Center
  • Primary Care health Service
• CUIMC:
  • Addiction Information and Management Strategies (AIMS)
  • Student Health on Haven

Staff/Faculty

• Employee Assistance Program
• Columbia STARS
• Staff and faculty are also encouraged to check their health insurance benefits

Alumni

• New York City residents can call 3-1-1 for information about resources available to them
• Columbia STARS
• U.S. residents can search support and treatment in their area

Available to all:

• Narcotics Anonymous