Smoking Cessation – Evidence-Based Seminar
In 4 hours, learn the scientifically proven foundations for lasting smoking cessation
€ 195
incl. VAT
4 hours
Duration
near Innsbruck
Location
About This Course
Evidence-based 4-hour seminar on smoking cessation. The course combines current medical knowledge on tobacco dependence with proven behavioral change strategies. Topics include the neurobiology of nicotine addiction, pharmacological support options (nicotine replacement therapy, varenicline, bupropion), cognitive behavioral techniques for relapse prevention, and motivational interviewing. For everyone who wants to quit smoking effectively or support others professionally.
Dates
So, 25. Oktober 2026 – 09:00 bis 13:00
near Innsbruck
Target Audience
- Smokers who want to quit
- Family members supporting someone who wants to quit
- Physicians and medical professionals
- Workplace health managers
- Psychologists and therapists
- Pharmacists
What You Will Learn
- Understand the neurobiology of nicotine addiction
- Know and evaluate pharmacological options (NRT, varenicline, bupropion)
- Create a personal quit plan
- Cognitive behavioral techniques for relapse prevention
- Identify triggers and develop alternative strategies
- Motivational interviewing (basics)
- Long-term strategies for a smoke-free life
Included
Schedule
Sonntag
| Time | Topic | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 09:00 | Begrüßung und Standortbestimmung | Introduction |
| 09:20 | Neurobiologie der Nikotinabhängigkeit | Theory |
| 09:50 | Pharmakologische Unterstützung: NRT, Vareniclin, Bupropion | Theory |
| 10:20 | Pause | Break |
| 10:35 | Persönlichen Rauchstopp-Plan erarbeiten | Practice |
| 11:15 | Trigger-Analyse und Alternativstrategien | Practice |
| 11:50 | Kognitive Verhaltenstechniken zur Rückfallprävention | Theory |
| 12:20 | Motivierende Gesprächsführung – Übungen in Kleingruppen | Practice |
| 12:50 | Zusammenfassung, persönlicher Aktionsplan und Fragen | Conclusion |
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Smoking Cessation – detailed information
The Smoking Cessation Seminar from Simulation Tirol is for anyone who wants to approach quitting smoking with a solid scientific foundation and lasting results, whether as a smoker or as a healthcare professional supporting patients on their journey to a smoke-free life. The 4-hour course takes place at our training center near Innsbruck (Hall in Tirol) and combines medical knowledge with proven behavioral change methods.
The first part of the seminar explains the neurobiology of nicotine dependence in an accessible way: Why is nicotine addictive? Which receptors are involved? Why is withdrawal so difficult? Building on this foundation, the three most important pharmacological support options are presented: nicotine replacement therapy (patches, gum, spray), varenicline, and bupropion, with their respective mechanisms of action, success rates, and side effect profiles.
In the second part, participants develop their personal smoking cessation plan. Using a structured trigger analysis, individual risk situations are identified and concrete alternative strategies are developed. Cognitive behavioral techniques help break automated thought patterns and prevent relapse. Small group exercises train the fundamentals of motivational interviewing, valuable both for personal motivation and professional counseling.
The course fee of EUR 195 incl. VAT includes comprehensive seminar materials with a relapse prevention guide, certificate of attendance, beverages, and snacks. Payment conveniently by invoice. Additional dates available on request, also bookable as a private event for companies, practices, hospitals, or support groups.
