Become a Military-Culture Aware Provider with Free Trainings in Indiana
Are you a behavioral health provider interested in better serving service members, veterans, and their families?
Join us at Star Behavioral Health Providers where we provide free, tiered trainings approved for CE credits. You will also have the opportunity to join our free Star Providers Directory where you can be listed and receive client referrals for care.
We have both in-person and virtual training options.
Our Tier One trainings are designed to provide an evidence-based foundation for supporting the military-connected community. They are comprised of three modules covering military culture and the military population, experiences of military-connected families, and deployment cycle stressors and their impact.
Register Now
Choose the upcoming virtual training that works best for you:
- Friday, April 24, 2026, 8:30 – 5:00 p.m. In-Person, Kendallville, IN
- Tuesday, May 19, 2026, 8:00 – 4:30 p.m. Online
- Wednesday, June 3, 2026, 8:00 – 4:30 p.m. Online
- Wednesday, August 12, 2026, 8:00 – 4:30 p.m. Online (details to come)
You can find additional listings for our trainings on our website:
Don’t miss this opportunity to better serve those who serve us while gaining access to exclusive professional benefits.
Have questions? Contact us at sbhpadmin@purdue.edu.
Why Attend?
By completing this training, you will:
- Gain an in-depth understanding of military culture, including values, structure, and the challenges of service.
- Learn about the behavioral health concerns most commonly affecting service members, veterans, and their families.
- Discover effective ways to connect with and support military-connected clients in your practice.
- Become eligible to join Star Behavioral Health Providers’ free online directory, making it easier for military-connected individuals to find you.
- Access additional continuing education (CE) trainings at no cost to deepen your expertise.
What You’ll Learn
Tier One training provides a comprehensive introduction to military culture, covering:
- Military structure and terminology
- Common behavioral health concerns in military populations
- The impact of military life on families
- Strategies for effective communication with service members and veterans
Who Should Attend?
This training is designed for licensed behavioral health providers in Indiana who are new to working with military-connected clients and interested in expanding their skills and impact.
Funding provided by the Indiana Division of Mental Health & Addiction via the State Opioid Response Grant.