MD Anderson is one of 27 sites accredited by the Council for Tobacco Treatment Training Programs (CTTTP) to provide a five-day class for individuals interested in becoming credentialed as a Tobacco Treatment Specialist (TTS). The program offers the highest quality tobacco treatment training, based on the most up to date evidence in tobacco cessation research and treatment strategies.

1. Implement best practice patient screening and care procedures.
2. Demonstrate understanding of best practices and complications related to tobacco treatment.
3. Identify multiple treatment plans, techniques and available resources to offer as patient care.
4. Provide patient education on new and emerging tobacco products.
5. Evaluate the effectiveness of the treatment being offered.

Virtual Conference opens at 7:45 a.m. on Monday, March 31, 2025  will adjourn at 5:00 pm on Friday, April 4, 2025, you will receive instructions for the Virtual program via email 3-5 days prior to the conference.  The only requirement for the online training is that you must have a laptop/desktop computer, webcam and access to stable internet connection.