Nevada Council on Problem Gambling

WHEN THE FUN STOPS™
Understanding Problem Gambling

While gambling is harmless entertainment for most people, it can become a serious problem for some - just like alcoholism or drug addiction. Although not easily recognized, problem gambling can be a significant employee wellness issue, affecting the workplace through lost time and productivity.

WHEN THE FUN STOPS™ is a one hour awareness training program that introduces your employees to the reality of this community health issue and the resources available for help.

TOPICS ADDRESSED:

THE GAMBLING EXPERIENCE - why people gamble and the fun it provides.

WHEN THE FUN STOPS - an explanation of what problem gambling really is.

IMPACT OF PROBLEM GAMBLING - on the individual, the family and the workplace.

SOLUTIONS TO PROBLEM GAMBLING – taking personal responsibility and finding resources for help.

A unique feature of this training module is a 23-minute video which explores the phenomenon of problem gambling through the expertise of a Nevada treatment professional and the experiences of four Nevada residents who are successfully dealing with their own gambling problem

Instructional materials include: *PowerPoint slide presentation; 23-minute video; *Instructor's manual; *Participant handout; *Multiple-choice quiz; and wallet-size attendance verification cards. (*Also available in Spanish)

Available Training Options

Open Enrollment

(Recommended for businesses with less than 20 employees)

Sessions are conducted every month by Council trainers at designated times and locations in Nevada. Any individual may attend who has pre-registered and made payment at least 48 hours prior to class time. Attendance verification card provided to each participant.

Cost is $35 per person.

See upcoming Schedules for registration information:

2013 Spring Schedule

Group Training

(Recommended for businesses with 20 - 200 employees)

Companies may contract for group training sessions of up to 30 employees each, to be conducted at NCPG training facility or alternate site.

Fee is $30 per person, with minimum payment guarantee of five participants per class.

See 2012 Group Training Request for additional information.

Group Training Request Form

Curriculum License Agreement
(Recommended for businesses with over 200 employees)

Companies may contract for unlimited use of When the Fun Stops™ curriculum in their internal employee training programs. Includes 4-hour Train the Trainer class for certification of 2 or more company trainers. Each certified trainer receives one complete set of instructional materials in English and Spanish.

Cost is based on initial licensing fee with discounted annual renewals.

Call for Licensing fees and additional contract terms.

Contact our Program Coordinator for assistance in determining the training option that best suits your company's needs.

Phone: 702-369-9740 Fax: 702-369-9765 Email: contactus@nevadacouncil.org