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Youth Vaping Alternative Program Education

Available to California schools with students 12 years and older.

YVAPE is a FREE education and alternative-to-suspension program for students found with, under the influence of, or selling nicotine and/or marijuana on campus. Available in English and Spanish, YVAPE combines education and coaching support to help students ages 12 and older make healthier choices.
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Israel Rubio
Western Orangeview

How YVAPE Works

A simple, supportive process designed to help students

Eligibility

  • Enrolled in a California school
  • Age 12 or older
  • Found with, under the influence of, or selling nicotine and/or marijuana at school
  • Must have access to a phone

Consent

  • Student provides verbal consent to school personnel
  • Parent/guardian (if student is under 18) provides verbal consent to school personnel
  • School provides the student and parent/guardian with the YVAPE passive (opt-out) form
  • Student may opt out of YVAPE by submitting the signed form to the school or emailing yvape-support@health.ucsd.edu

Enrollment

  • Student referrals to YVAPE must be submitted by school personnel
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The student will watch 3 or more videos (2-5 mins each) and discuss the questions with a trusted adult or friend before their Coaching Call.

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  • A YVAPE coach will call the student to complete a one-on-one coaching session (approximately 30 minutes).
  • During the call, the coach will discuss why the student was referred to YVAPE, their experiences with nicotine and/or marijuana, and their thoughts on the videos they watched.
  • The coach will help the student reflect on their behavior, identify triggers and patterns, explore both pros and cons of their use, and introduce practical strategies for change.  
  • Students will receive a Certificate of Completion after completing the coaching session.
  • Calls may come from 1-888-525-0122 and can be scheduled Monday-Friday, 7:00 a.m.-9:00 p.m., or Saturday, 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
  • To reschedule a call or speak directly with a coach, call 1-888-525-0122. For more information about YVAPE, email yvape-support@health.ucsd.edu.

These activities are not required to complete the program.

Additional Support Call

  • The student can choose to complete additional calls if they would like extra support with substance use and the opportunity to build healthy skills (15 minutes)

Evaluation

  • If the student consents for evaluation during the Coaching Call, a couple months later they will receive the option to complete a few questions about their substance use and experience in YVAPE (5 minutes)
  • The student will receive a $10 gift card for completing the evaluation

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Our students have given us positive feedback re: your program. In some cases, students who have not been caught vaping have actually asked us if they could participate in the program because they have heard good things about it, and they are very aware that they need some help!

— School Administrator

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I appreciate the ease of enrolling students, how quickly the process gets started, the communication, that it's well-organized and structured, and that it’s free.​ 

— School Administrator

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Liked that I learned something and that it was engaging and helpful. Did not feel talked down to, lectured at, or preached at.

— YVAPE Student

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The program is fresh and not preachy.​

— School Administrator

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Thought the information was relevant, liked the program’s approach, and that it was an alternative to suspension.

— YVAPE Student

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YVAPE fills a need for schools and students. Students don’t have to miss class to participate.

— School Administrator

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Parents and students are learning about vaping. It makes students think about their vaping.

— School Administrator

Benefits of YVAPE

Comprehensive support at no cost to schools

100% Free

YVAPE is a free service for California schools with students 12 years and older.

Education

Students learn about nicotine, marijuana, health, stress, motivation and responsibility through engaging videos and coaching.

Flexible Scheduling

Students can schedule their appointments for a time that works for them.

Reports

Confidential aggregate reports are provided to schools.

YVAPE VIDEOS

Click any video to watch. Watch all videos here.

Top 6 Tips to Quit Nicotine Vapes
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Top 6 Tips to Quit Nicotine Vapes

Learn practical strategies to help you quit vaping nicotine.

Vaping Marijuana
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Vaping Marijuana

Information about the risks of vaping marijuana.

Personal Responsibility
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Personal Responsibility

Learn to make responsible decisions and take ownership of your actions.

Dealing with Stress
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Dealing with Stress

Healthy ways to manage stress without relying on substances.

Marijuana & Mental Health
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Marijuana & Mental Health

The connection between marijuana use and your mental health.

Nicotine & Mental Health
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Nicotine & Mental Health

The connection between nicotine use and your mental health.

Understanding Motivation
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Understanding Motivation

Discover what motivates you and how to use it to reach your goals.

Health Effects
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Health Effects

Understand how vaping affects your body and long-term health.

Marketing Manipulation
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Marketing Manipulation

Learn how tobacco and vaping companies try to appeal to young people.

Asking for Help
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Asking for Help

Recognize when you need help and learn how to ask for it.

Vaping Marijuana: Your Brain & Lungs
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Vaping Marijuana: Your Brain & Lungs

The specific effects of marijuana on your brain and respiratory system.

Marijuana Myths and Tips
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Marijuana Myths and Tips

Look, the messages you're hearing about weed? It can be really hard to tell what's real.