IMPACT - Evidence-based depression care
IMPACT training
Online Training
We offer a FREE ten module online training program in IMPACT care that is adapted from a two-day in-person training program. It includes approximately 15 hours of content, if you complete all ten modules. However, you can choose to complete as many of the modules as you like. Some people who have completed in-person training like to use the online training program as a resource after they have started using IMPACT in their clinical practice.

Continuing Education Units (CEU) Available

The IMPACT online training program was developed in partnership with the University of Washington School of Nursing, Continuing Nursing Education Department. UW is accredited as a provider of continuing education in nursing by the American Nurses Credentialing Center Commission on Accreditation and approved as a Washington State clock hour provider by the Washington State Board of Education. The UW School of Nursing qualifies as a Washington State Continuing Education program sponsor for psychologists, social workers and counselors. Check with your professional association or state licensing board regarding their requirements for continuing education.

Each of the ten modules includes:

  • audio-annotated PowerPoint® presentation
  • quiz

Some modules also include:

  • link to the corresponding treatment manual
  • streaming video that demonstrates key skills
  • case study

Overview of Learning Modules

  1. Depression in Primary Care: Describes treatment of depression in primary care with an emphasis on older adults
  2. IMPACT Trial: Discusses the methods and outcomes of the randomized control trial that provides the evidence for the IMPACT model of depression care
  3. IMPACT Key Components: Describes the key components of IMPACT
  4. Treatments - Planning and Tracking: Describes and demonstrates this critical component of IMPACT care
  5. Treatments – Antidepressants: Provides guidance regarding use and adjustment of antidepressant medications and demonstrates support of medication therapy by the care manager
  6. Treatments – Behavioral Activation: Describes and demonstrates this important tool for depression treatment
  7. Treatments – Problem-Solving Treatment: Describes and demonstrates this brief, evidence-based counseling that can be provided in a wide range of settings, including primary care
  8. Psychiatric Consultation: Describes and demonstrates the effective use of a consulting psychiatrist
  9. Integrating with Disease Management: Describes and demonstrates ways to integrate depression care with chronic disease management (chronic pain, diabetes, congestive heart failure
  10. Implementing IMPACT: Provides guidance regarding adaptation and implementation of IMPACT in your practice or organization

Free online training