About Us

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In 2022

1.9 million youth used tobacco in the last 12 months
834,000 youth drank alcohol in the last 12 months
2.9 million youth used illicit substances in the last 12 months (SAMHSA).

The North Carolina Training & Technical Assistance Center (NCTTAC) is dedicated to strengthening substance use prevention efforts across North Carolina. Established to support communities in addressing the complexities of substance use prevention, the NCTTAC provides essential training, resources, and technical support to empower state-funded prevention providers in their work.

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The NCTTAC offers various services, including professional development workshops, community outreach resources, and tailored technical assistance. By equipping substance use preventionists and agencies with evidence-based strategies, practical tools, and the latest research, the center helps create more resilient communities better prepared to address substance use challenges.

NCTTAC’s impact is felt statewide, as its work supports healthier environments, raises awareness, and builds the capacity of local groups to address substance use at its roots. Through strategic partnerships and hands-on support, NCTTAC strengthens the capacity of individuals and agencies to build safer, healthier communities for all North Carolinians.

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