ODL 321: Understanding Neurodiversity: Professional Approaches to Autism and ADHD

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Created On: 1/28/25

Attention New Jersey Social Workers: 

This course is approved for all social workers, including New Jersey. The Board Adopted Amendments: N.J.A.C. 13:44G-6.3, 6.4, and 6.7 Content Areas for Continuing Education Credit on April 15, 2024. This updates the Board’s regulation. This amendment states that  attendance at programs or courses offered by providers approved by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) are now acceptable sources of CE credit. 

At the June 12, 2024 public meeting, the Board voted to allow “any applications submitted, or audits which take place, on or after September 1, 2022” to be able “to submit CE from the sources updated in the new amendment adopted on April 15, 2024.”

For more information please refer to https://www.njconsumeraffairs.gov/sw/Pages/Additional-Information.aspx#CE

Target Audience:

This course is targeted for social workers, counselors, nurses, and case managers.

Overview:

In this engaging training, Mr. Walsh will demystify misconceptions about Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and improve your diagnostic skills by distinguishing ASD from similar conditions. Learn effective techniques for psychotherapy with ASD patients, accommodating their unique needs using methods like CBT and Motivational Interviewing. Additionally, Riena Kain will help participants discover the importance of a family-based approach in treating ADHD, as recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics and the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. This training is designed to enhance your expertise in supporting neurodiverse individuals, empowering you to make a significant impact in their therapeutic journeys. 

Course Objectives:

By the end of the session, the participant will be able to:

  1. Examine misconceptions about the causation of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
  2. Identify criteria for diagnosing Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
  3. Develop techniques to improve therapeutic outcomes for patients with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
  4. Explain the reasons for implementing a family-based approach in the treatment of ADHD.
  5. Describe the diagnosis of ADHD and its impact on executive functioning skills.

Presenters:

Thomas Walsh MSW LISW-CP/s

Thomas Walsh is a Licensed Independent Social Work Clinical Practitioner and Supervisor.  He has been working in the field of mental health for over 24 years.  He graduated from Bridgewater State University in 1995 with a bachelor’s degree in psychology and a minor in sociology.  Mr. Walsh attended Salem State University and graduated with a Master of Social Work in 1998.  After graduation, Mr. Walsh worked as a student for Dr. Salvatore Minuchin for 4 months as part of a small project to teach new therapists mastery of Structural Family Therapy. Early in his career, he focused on working with children with autism in residential settings. Over the course of his career, Mr. Walsh has been licensed in three states and served the field of social work in a variety of sectors, including private, public, for-profit, and not-for-profit, and with a variety of age groups as a clinician, team leader, program director, residential director, and county director.  He is currently working for the Department of Mental Health and specializes with EMDR and Trauma Informed Therapy for First Responders and their families.  He is also one of the State Department of Mental Health trainers and consultants for motivational Interviewing. Over the course of his career, Mr. Walsh has led public trainings on topics such as assessing risk, working with ASD populations, and motivational interviewing.  Most Recently, Mr. Walsh has begun supervising social workers who are working towards independent clinical licensure, and offering consultation services for licensed clinicians in private practice.

 Riena Kain, LISW-CP, LSCSW, ADHD-CCSP

Riena is a graduate of Upper Iowa University with a dual-major bachelor’s degree in psychology and human services and a master’s degree in social work from Washburn University. Riena is an LISW-CP in South Carolina and a LSCSW in Kansas. Riena also holds an ADHD-Certified Clinical Services Provider title. She is a wife and mother who loves to travel, be in nature and spend time with her dogs and a good book. Riena has over 12 years of experience in working with at-risk youth and adolescents. Her experience spans from child welfare social work, school-based therapy, and private practice. It is her hope to share her passion for ADHD with you today as we work toward growing our competency on a complex diagnosis.

6 CREDIT HOURS APPROVED FOR:

Social Workers
ASWB ACE – 6 Clinical CE Credits
New York State Education Department’s State Board for Social Work – 6 Contact Hours
Counselors
NBCC ACEP – 6 Contact Hours
New York State Education Department’s State Board for Mental Health Practitioners – 6 Contact Hours
Nurses
California Board of Registered Nursing – 6 Contact Hours
Case Managers
CCMC – 6 Contact Hours

Please make sure to check with your own state board to ensure the transferability of CE credit for an asynchronous course. Some state boards may place restrictions regarding the modality of training required for ethics credits to be awarded. If this training indicates ethics credits are available, please verify that your state allows them to be earned through an on-demand course format.

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ODL 320: Finding Purposefulness in Aging: Using Musical Strategies for Fulfillment

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Created on: 1/24/2025

Attention New Jersey Social Workers: 

This course is approved for all social workers, including New Jersey. The Board Adopted Amendments: N.J.A.C. 13:44G-6.3, 6.4, and 6.7 Content Areas for Continuing Education Credit on April 15, 2024. This updates the Board’s regulation. This amendment states that  attendance at programs or courses offered by providers approved by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) are now acceptable sources of CE credit. 

At the June 12, 2024 public meeting, the Board voted to allow “any applications submitted, or audits which take place, on or after September 1, 2022” to be able “to submit CE from the sources updated in the new amendment adopted on April 15, 2024.”

For more information please refer to https://www.njconsumeraffairs.gov/sw/Pages/Additional-Information.aspx#CE

Target Audience:

This course is targeted for social workers, counselors, nurses, and case managers.

Overview:

As our communities recover from the challenges brought on by the global pandemic, many older adults are rethinking the concepts of aging, well-being, and purposefulness. This one-hour training session will focus on how helping professionals can support seniors in finding meaning, fulfillment, and dignity in their later years. Chris Millett, MM, MT-BC, will provide evidence-based practices and innovative strategies for improving the health and well-being of aging clients by fostering a sense of purpose. You will leave equipped with tools to help your clients explore purposefulness in their lives, improving both emotional and physical outcomes. 

Course Objectives:

By the end of the session – the participant will be able to:

  • Summarize the concept of purposefulness as it relates to the aging process.
  • Recognize the importance of connectedness and fulfillment in supporting emotional and physical health in older adults.
  • Identify strategies and resources to help seniors explore purpose through creative arts, social engagement, and meaningful activities.

Presenter:

Chris Millett, MM, MT-BC

Chris Millett, MM, MT-BC, is an Assistant Professor of Music Therapy at the University of Louisville. As a music therapy clinician and educator, Chris identifies from a Community Music Therapy (CoMT) – eclectic theoretical orientation. After nearly a decade, his clinical experience includes a wide range of populations including adolescents in group residential care, pediatric and adult medical populations, addiction recovery, senior living and memory care, exceptional education communities, neurodivergent populations, and more. As clinical and administrative coordinator of a non-profit community music therapy clinic, Chris also has experience in securing grant and philanthropy funding to serve marginalized communities.

Chris has a wide range of music therapy, music technology, and audio engineering experience and enjoys regularly teaching on those topics at regional, online-based, and national conferences. Of primary teaching interest to Chris is the use of electric and acoustic guitar in therapy, expanding music therapists’ music tech literacy (e.g. effects pedals, audio engineering, synthesizers, etc.), and increasing clinical musicianship.   Outside of direct clinical work, Chris hosts the podcast / media series Make More Music on podcast platforms and YouTube. He has collaborated with many top electric guitar effects companies including Chase Bliss, JHS Pedals, Wampler Pedals, Caulfield Cables, Yahama, Jamstik, Pedaltrain, Truetone, Strymon Engineering, and more.

1 CREDIT HOUR APPROVED FOR:

Social Workers
ASWB ACE – 1 CE Credit
New York State Education Department’s State Board for Social Work – 1 Contact Hour
Counselors
NBCC ACEP – 1 Contact Hour
New York State Education Department’s State Board for Mental Health Practitioners – 1 Contact Hour
Nurses
California Board of Registered Nursing – 1 Contact Hour
Case Managers
CCMC – 1 Contact Hour

Please make sure to check with your own state board to ensure the transferability of CE credit for an asynchronous course. Some state boards may place restrictions regarding the modality of training required for ethics credits to be awarded. If this training indicates ethics credits are available, please verify that your state allows them to be earned through an on-demand course format.

ODL 318: Removing Fear and Uncertainty at the End of Life

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Created on: 1/23/25

Attention New Jersey Social Workers: 

This course is approved for all social workers, including New Jersey. The Board Adopted Amendments: N.J.A.C. 13:44G-6.3, 6.4, and 6.7 Content Areas for Continuing Education Credit on April 15, 2024. This updates the Board’s regulation. This amendment states that  attendance at programs or courses offered by providers approved by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) are now acceptable sources of CE credit. 

At the June 12, 2024 public meeting, the Board voted to allow “any applications submitted, or audits which take place, on or after September 1, 2022” to be able “to submit CE from the sources updated in the new amendment adopted on April 15, 2024.”

For more information please refer to https://www.njconsumeraffairs.gov/sw/Pages/Additional-Information.aspx#CE

Target Audience:

This course is targeted for social workers, counselors, nurses, and case managers.

Overview:

“Removing Fear and Uncertainty at the End of Life” provides social workers, counselors, case managers, and nurses with essential knowledge to support individuals and families through the dying process. The training will explore the physiological changes that occur near death, such as changes in breathing and skin, the cessation of food and water, and the administration of medications. Attendees will also learn about the death rattle and how to interpret signs that death is imminent. By understanding these phenomena, professionals can alleviate fear and provide compassionate guidance to those in their care.

Course Objectives:

By the end of the session – the participant will be able to:

  • Identify and explain the common physiological signs indicating that an individual is nearing the end of life, including breath and skin changes.
  • Explain the role of medications at the end of life, focusing on their use for symptom management and comfort care.
  • Demonstrate effective communication strategies for addressing family concerns about end-of-life signs, such as the death rattle, cessation of food and water, and other physiological changes.

Presenter:

Gabrielle Jimenez, LVN, CHPLN, Hospice Nurse, End of Life Doula, Author, Educator, and Founder of the Hospice Heart with over 150,000 followers

Gabrielle “Gabby” Jimenez is a hospice nurse, an end-of-life doula, and a conscious dying educator. She has written four books, writes a weekly blog, and has a hospice Facebook page which has 147,000 followers. Her focus is on trying to change the culture relative to death and dying; helping others to feel more comfortable talking about death. And while she sees a lot of death, what she really finds joy in, is her lessons, which are about love, life, culture, tradition, and faith. She combines her experience as a hospice nurse with her in-depth doula training to help her to be more present at the bedside, bringing both patient and family together at that intimate moment of death. She teaches courses on end-of-life care which are helpful to anyone who works in this field, offering guidance to someone who is navigating or caring for someone who has a terminal illness. She also teaches two Ritual & Ceremony classes; one that focuses on grief and loss, and another that focuses on forgiveness of self and others. The legacy she hopes to leave behind is that she helped improve the way people are cared for when they die, and that she inspired others to do this work well. 

1 CREDIT HOUR APPROVED FOR:

Social Workers
ASWB ACE – 1 CE Credit
New York State Education Department’s State Board for Social Work – 1 Contact Hour
Counselors
NBCC ACEP – 1 Contact Hour
New York State Education Department’s State Board for Mental Health Practitioners – 1 Contact Hour
Nurses
California Board of Registered Nursing – 1 Contact Hour
Case Managers
CCMC – 1 Contact Hour

Please make sure to check with your own state board to ensure the transferability of CE credit for an asynchronous course. Some state boards may place restrictions regarding the modality of training required for ethics credits to be awarded. If this training indicates ethics credits are available, please verify that your state allows them to be earned through an on-demand course format.

CarePatrol/ComForCare- ODL 237: Ethics of Self-Determination in Healthcare Settings

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Created on 06/14/2024 Revised on 11/20/24

Attention New Jersey Social Workers: 

This course is approved for all social workers, including New Jersey. The Board Adopted Amendments: N.J.A.C. 13:44G-6.3, 6.4, and 6.7 Content Areas for Continuing Education Credit on April 15, 2024. This updates the Board’s regulation. This amendment states that  attendance at programs or courses offered by providers approved by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) are now acceptable sources of CE credit. 

At the June 12, 2024 public meeting, the Board voted to allow “any applications submitted, or audits which take place, on or after September 1, 2022” to be able “to submit CE from the sources updated in the new amendment adopted on April 15, 2024.”

For more information please refer to https://www.njconsumeraffairs.gov/sw/Pages/Additional-Information.aspx#CE

Target Audience:

This course is targeted for social workers, case managers, nurses, and counselors.

Overview:

Healthcare settings present service providers with diverse patient situations and circumstances which sometimes involve ethical dilemmas. Learners will gain an overview of key social work ethical principles and frameworks. Specific ethical dilemmas in medical settings will be introduced for learners to critically analyze through case studies, including decisional capacity, competence, cultural factors, and autonomy. Participants will be encouraged to use critical thinking skills, ethical principles, and ethical decision-making models to arrive at best practice decisions regarding medical self-determination cases. A grand case study will be presented for learners to address and respond to by participating in discussion and reflection.

Course Objectives:

By the end of the session – the participant will be able to:

  • Identify key ethical concepts and considerations in medical self determination.
  • Analyze self determination ethical dilemmas in case studies.
  • Summarize social work code of ethics values, principles and standards.

Presenter:

Diane Bigler, LCSW, LSCSW,  and owner of Diane Bigler Therapy Services, Inc. 

Diane Bigler is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Missouri and Kansas. She has over 20 years of experience in the social services field. Diane has held positions as a therapist (in-home and outpatient), private practice owner, trainer/facilitator, clinical supervisor, and Professor of Social Work. She also has experience in corporate wellness training and coaching. Diane is most passionate about providing quality educational training to professionals. She enjoys spoiling her four Dachshunds and anything 80’s related.

1 CREDIT HOUR APPROVED FOR:

Social Workers
ASWB ACE – 1 Ethics CE Credit
New York State Education Department’s State Board for Social Work – 1 Contact Hour
Case Managers
CCMC – 1 Ethics Hour
Nurses
California Board of Registered Nursing – 1 Contact Hour
Counselors 
1 Ethics Hour*
NBCC ACEP – 1 Contact Hour
New York State Education Department’s State Board for Mental Health Practitioners – 1 Contact Hour

* Some states do not require/accept ethics hours for counselors, for those cases contact hours will be awarded.

Please make sure to check with your own state board to ensure the transferability of CE credit for an asynchronous course. Some state boards may place restrictions regarding the modality of training required for ethics credits to be awarded. If this training indicates ethics credits are available, please verify that your state allows them to be earned through an on-demand course format.

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CarePatrol/ComForCare – ODL 219: Solution Focused Approaches in Healthcare Settings

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Created on 09/14/2023

Attention New Jersey Social Workers: 

This course is approved for all social workers, including New Jersey. The Board Adopted Amendments: N.J.A.C. 13:44G-6.3, 6.4, and 6.7 Content Areas for Continuing Education Credit on April 15, 2024. This updates the Board’s regulation. This amendment states that  attendance at programs or courses offered by providers approved by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) are now acceptable sources of CE credit. 

At the June 12, 2024 public meeting, the Board voted to allow “any applications submitted, or audits which take place, on or after September 1, 2022” to be able “to submit CE from the sources updated in the new amendment adopted on April 15, 2024.”

For more information please refer to https://www.njconsumeraffairs.gov/sw/Pages/Additional-Information.aspx#CE

Target Audience:

This course is targeted for social workers, case managers, nurses, and counselors.

Overview:

The fast-paced nature of healthcare settings challenges clinicians to utilize appropriate intervention models within a specific time frame in which patients may only receive services for a brief amount of time. Solution-focused therapy offers promising approaches to addressing patient needs in a strengths-based, focused interviewing style. This course will explore how solution-focused tenets vary from traditional methods in which healthcare clinicians can utilize basic brief solution-focused inquiries to maximize time and solutions. Clinical tools such as EARS and ROPES will be presented, along with relevant case vignettes for critical thinking.

Course Objectives:

By the end of the session – the participant will be able to:

  • Identify four key differences with traditional therapeutic approaches and solution-focused approaches by comparing and contrasting. 
  • Compose at least three solution-focused questions after exploring solution-focused interviewing styles and questions.
  • Identify three benefits of a solution-focused style in healthcare settings and with patients through case vignettes.

Presenter:

Diane Bigler, LCSW, LSCSW, and owner of Diane Bigler Therapy Services, Inc. 

Diane Bigler is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Missouri and Kansas. She has over 20 years of experience in the social services field. Diane has held positions as a therapist (in-home and outpatient), private practice owner, trainer/facilitator, clinical supervisor, and Professor of Social Work. She also has experience in corporate wellness training and coaching. Diane is most passionate about providing quality educational training to professionals. She enjoys spoiling her four Dachshunds and anything 80’s related.

1 CREDIT HOUR APPROVED FOR:

Social Workers
ASWB ACE – 1 CE Credit
New York State Education Department’s State Board for Social Work – 1 Contact Hour
Case Managers
CCMC – 1 Contact Hour
Nurses
California Board of Registered Nursing – 1 Contact Hour
Counselors
NBCC ACEP – 1 Contact Hour
New York State Education Department’s State Board for Mental Health Practitioners – 1 Contact Hour

Please make sure to check with your own state board to ensure the transferability of CE credit for an asynchronous course. Some state boards may place restrictions regarding the modality of training required for ethics credits to be awarded. If this training indicates ethics credits are available, please verify that your state allows them to be earned through an on-demand course format.

Filed Under: PPP

ALL- ODL 306: Addressing Health Disparities in Aging Communities

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Created: 10/16/24

Attention New Jersey Social Workers: 

This course is approved for all social workers, including New Jersey. The Board Adopted Amendments: N.J.A.C. 13:44G-6.3, 6.4, and 6.7 Content Areas for Continuing Education Credit on April 15, 2024. This updates the Board’s regulation. This amendment states that  attendance at programs or courses offered by providers approved by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) are now acceptable sources of CE credit. 

At the June 12, 2024 public meeting, the Board voted to allow “any applications submitted, or audits which take place, on or after September 1, 2022” to be able “to submit CE from the sources updated in the new amendment adopted on April 15, 2024.”

For more information please refer to https://www.njconsumeraffairs.gov/sw/Pages/Additional-Information.aspx#CE

Target Audience:

This course is targeted for social workers, case managers, nurses, and counselors.

Overview:

Join Dr. Kalisha Bonds Johnson as she explores the significant health disparities faced by older adults, particularly those from marginalized communities, and discover the emphasis on the role of social determinants of health (SDOH) such as economic stability, healthcare access, and social context. Discover the need for culturally-tailored and adapted interventions that respect individuals’ backgrounds, ensuring more effective, person-centered care is highlighted. The concept of intersectionality is discussed, illustrating how overlapping social identities compound disadvantages in healthcare. Through a case study of an older adult, the presentation demonstrates the practical application of these concepts, while also addressing the ethical responsibility of healthcare professionals to combat disparities by promoting justice, autonomy, and cultural competence in their practice.

Course Objectives:

By the end of the session, the participant will be able to:

  1. Explain and understand health disparities in aging communities by exploring the impact of social determinants of health (SDOH) and their effects on marginalized populations.
  2. Determine culturally-tailored and culturally-adapted interventions to address the unique needs of diverse older adults, ensuring person-centered care that aligns with their cultural backgrounds.
  3. Apply culturally responsive approaches in healthcare settings to promote health equity and improve outcomes for aging adults, while adhering to ethical principles such as justice, autonomy, and beneficence.

Presenter:

Kalisha Bonds Johnson, PhD, RN, PMHNP-BC

Dr. Kalisha Bonds Johnson is an assistant professor at Emory University’s Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing in Atlanta, Georgia, and a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner at Emory University’s Integrated Memory Care, a primary care clinic tailored to the care of persons living with dementia and their families. She is also the Principal Investigator of the DECIDE Research Lab. She graduated from The University of Tennessee at Martin with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, graduated with a Master of Science in Nursing from Vanderbilt University, and graduated with a PhD from Oregon Health & Science University. She completed her postdoctoral training (or training after completing a PhD) at Emory University. Dr. Bonds Johnson’s research focuses on improving health care decision-making processes for Black American persons living with dementia and their family care partners as well as improving the communication between primary care providers and these families. 

1 CREDIT HOUR APPROVED FOR:

Social Workers
ASWB ACE – 1 Ethics CE Credit
New York State Education Department’s State Board for Social Work – 1 Contact Hour
Case Managers
CCMC – 1 Ethics Hour
Nurses
California Board of Registered Nursing – 1 Contact Hour
Counselors – 1 Ethics Hour or 1 Contact Hour*
NBCC ACEP – 1 Contact Hour
New York State Education Department’s State Board for Mental Health Practitioners – 1 Contact Hour

* Some states do not require/accept ethics hours for counselors, for those cases contact hours will be awarded.

Please make sure to check with your own state board to ensure the transferability of CE credit for an asynchronous course. Some state boards may place restrictions regarding the modality of training required for ethics credits to be awarded. If this training indicates ethics credits are available, please verify that your state allows them to be earned through an on-demand course format.

ODL 316: Forgiveness Matters: Empowering Professionals to Facilitate Healing and Self-Forgiveness

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Created On: 12/26/24     

Attention New Jersey Social Workers: 

This course is approved for all social workers, including New Jersey. The Board Adopted Amendments: N.J.A.C. 13:44G-6.3, 6.4, and 6.7 Content Areas for Continuing Education Credit on April 15, 2024. This updates the Board’s regulation. This amendment states that  attendance at programs or courses offered by providers approved by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) are now acceptable sources of CE credit. 

At the June 12, 2024 public meeting, the Board voted to allow “any applications submitted, or audits which take place, on or after September 1, 2022” to be able “to submit CE from the sources updated in the new amendment adopted on April 15, 2024.”

For more information please refer to https://www.njconsumeraffairs.gov/sw/Pages/Additional-Information.aspx#CE

Target Audience:

This course is targeted for social workers, counselors, nurses, and case managers.

Overview:

Forgiveness Matters: Empowering Professionals to Facilitate Healing and Self-Forgiveness is a transformative training designed to provide helping professionals with practical tools and insights to assist their clients in achieving self-forgiveness. This session will guide you through a clear definition of self-forgiveness and introduce the Four Rs – Responsibility, Remorse, Restoration, and Renewal – offering specific interventions for each. Enhance your theoretical understanding with a presentation on the Stress-and-Coping Theory of Forgiveness and be inspired by Sarah Montana’s powerful personal story. Gain valuable skills to help your clients break free from guilt and shame, fostering improved mental health, stronger relationships, and greater self-acceptance. 

Course Objectives:

By the end of the session, the participant will be able to:

  1. Define forgiveness and distinguish between “decisional forgiveness,” which involves letting go of resentment and anger, and “emotional forgiveness,” which replaces negative emotions with positive ones and provides significant health benefits.
  2. Examine the health and relational benefits of emotional forgiveness, including reduced stress and its associated health risks, and the role of decisional forgiveness in repairing relationships.
  3. Define self-forgiveness in a way that helps direct work with people who are seeking to forgive themselves for hurting others.
  4. Describe each of the Four Rs of Self-Forgiveness: Responsibility, Remorse, Restoration, and Renewal.
  5. Identify at least one intervention to help promote each of the Four Rs.

Presenters:

Everett L. Worthington, Jr., PhD, Virginia Commonwealth University

Everett L. Worthington, Jr., PhD, is commonwealth professor emeritus working from the Department of Psychology at Virginia Commonwealth University, where he holds an affiliate appointment. He also holds a faculty affiliate appointment at the Institute for Quantitative Social Sciences, Faculty of Arts and Sciences, Harvard University (Human Flourishing Program). He continues to be active in research and speaking around the world. He is a licensed clinical psychologist in Virginia. He has published over 48 books and over 500 articles and scholarly chapters, mostly on forgiveness, humility and positive psychology, marriage and family topics, and religion and spirituality. He also has developed the REACH Forgiveness model (see www.EvWorthington-forgiveness.com for free resources), which is supported by over 30 published randomized controlled trials (RCTs) and has recently been tested in global grant-funded RCTs in five countries (six sites; N = 4,598), although the results have not been published yet. He has developed numerous other positive psychological interventions. 

Personal interests: He ballroom dances and competes in pickleball singles and doubles. He and his spouse, Kirby, have been married since 1970.

Sarah Montana, WGA Screenwriter, Writer, and Public Speaker 

Sarah Montana is a WGA screenwriter, writer, and public speaker. She has written several screenplays for the Hallmark Channel, including “Rescuing Christmas,” “Love to the Rescue,” “A New Year’s Resolution,” and the Christopher Award winning “Two Turtle Doves.” Her play “The Girl, The Ghosts, and the Minotaur” won the Life Jacket Theater Company’s Proof of Concept Reading Series.

She is a sought-after public speaker about resilience, trauma, and forgiveness, which has led to speaking engagements at TEDx, women’s conferences, corporate retreats, colleges, and podcasts. Her viral talk “What Shapes You Can’t Break You” (view on YouTube or Goalcast) was featured on Goalcast and now has tens of millions of views. Her TEDx talk “Why Forgiveness is Worth It” is featured on TED.com, has received millions of views, and has been incorporated into college curriculums and therapeutic practices. 

She is a Gateless Writing Method certified teacher and teaches students of all ages how to fall in love with the creative process. She’s also a representative for film/TV/streaming on WGA East Council. Stay in touch her at facebook.com/sarahmontanawriter.

Nathaniel G. Wade, PhD, Iowa State University

Following his undergrad graduation, Dr. Wade worked for four years as an addictions counselor in both an abstinence-based agency and a methadone clinic. He then went to graduate school for counseling psychology at Virginia Commonwealth University. He finished his PhD in 2003 and joined the Iowa State faculty that same year. He is now associate chair and professor of psychology at Iowa State and founding director of Network Community Counseling Services. He is a licensed psychologist in the state of Iowa and a certified group psychotherapist.

Nathaniel’s research interests center on the processes and outcomes of psychotherapy. Specifically, he has worked to develop and test interventions to promote forgiveness, to understand the impact of integrating religion and spirituality into psychotherapy, and to reduce the stigma associated with seeking counseling. His most recent interest is integrating exercise into psychotherapy. He has published three edited books, over 100 scholarly articles and chapters, and has received over 7 million in grant funding. He is an APA fellow of two divisions: Group Psychology and Psychotherapy, and the Society of Counseling Psychology.

When not working, he enjoys spending time with family, hiking in the mountains of New England, listening to podcasts and audiobooks while working outside, and playing soccer each week with the “over-the-hill” crowd.

5 CREDIT HOURS APPROVED FOR:

Social Workers
ASWB ACE – 5 CE Credits
New York State Education Department’s State Board for Social Work – 5 Contact Hours
Counselors
NBCC ACEP – 5 Contact Hours
New York State Education Department’s State Board for Mental Health Practitioners – 5 Contact Hours
Nurses
California Board of Registered Nursing – 5 Contact Hours
Case Managers
CCMC – 5 Contact Hours

Please make sure to check with your own state board to ensure the transferability of CE credit for an asynchronous course. Some state boards may place restrictions regarding the modality of training required for ethics credits to be awarded. If this training indicates ethics credits are available, please verify that your state allows them to be earned through an on-demand course format.

Sunrise Senior Living – ODL 249: Caregiver Mental Health and Ethics in Practice

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Revised on 06/14/2024

Attention New Jersey Social Workers: 

This course is approved for all social workers, including New Jersey. The Board Adopted Amendments: N.J.A.C. 13:44G-6.3, 6.4, and 6.7 Content Areas for Continuing Education Credit on April 15, 2024. This updates the Board’s regulation. This amendment states that  attendance at programs or courses offered by providers approved by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) are now acceptable sources of CE credit. 

At the June 12, 2024 public meeting, the Board voted to allow “any applications submitted, or audits which take place, on or after September 1, 2022” to be able “to submit CE from the sources updated in the new amendment adopted on April 15, 2024.”For more information please refer to https://www.njconsumeraffairs.gov/sw/Pages/Additional-Information.aspx#CE

Target Audience:

This course is targeted for social workers, case managers, nurses, and counselors.

Overview:

This course aims to provide helping professionals with insight to the challenges that caregivers face daily and our ethical obligations in practice. The course will explore common challenges faced by caregivers, the impact of caregiver mental health on care recipients, boundaries, cultural competence, and advocacy. Strategies for promoting caregiver mental health and self-care will also be covered, emphasizing the importance of addressing caregiver needs to ensure quality care. 

Course Objectives:

By the end of the session – the participant will be able to:

  • Recognize the emotional toll that caregivers endure on a daily basis and identify ways to help caregivers 
  • Identify some of the challenges faced by caregivers and solutions that can be implemented
  • Examine some ethical principles/dilemmas that can arise around caregiving, care partner mental health and advanced care planning and how the helping professional can assist in resolving these 

Presenter:

Lauren Snedeker, DSW, LSW, LMSW, Assistant Professor of Teaching Coordinator for the MSW Certificate in Aging and Health Rutgers School of Social Work

Lauren Snedeker is an Assistant Professor of Teaching and Coordinator for the MSW Certificate in Aging and Health Program at Rutgers School of Social Work. Her areas of practice and scholarly interests focus on the aging experience, mental health during older adulthood, and caregiving experiences. Educating about the rich, clinical opportunities that exist in gerontological social work, mentorship and building community for MSW students are Lauren’s passions.

Lauren holds a master’s degree in social work from the Silver School of Social Work at New York University and received her Doctorate in Social Work (DSW) from Rutgers School of Social Work. Over the course of her career, Lauren has worked in diverse settings serving the older adult population, such as hospitals, nursing homes, senior centers and privately by conducting home visits. She has experience working with individuals, families and caregivers. Additionally, Lauren has developed training, graduate-level curricula, content for continuing education events and professional conferences, and articles on age-related topics.

Lauren’s early research focused on debunking dominant narratives of the aging experience through qualitative inquiry. Lauren’s current research project includes a qualitative study with gero-focused social workers to better understand their workforce experiences and therefore increase the amount of those interested in this practice area.  Lauren is also leading two research projects at Rutgers University that focus on interdisciplinary work between interpreters and social workers, and ways the school can lead age-friendly efforts on campus.

1 CREDIT HOUR APPROVED FOR:

Social Workers
ASWB ACE – 1 Ethics CE Credit
New York State Education Department’s State Board for Social Work – 1 Contact Hour
Case Managers
CCMC – 1 Contact Hour
Nurses
California Board of Registered Nursing – 1 Contact Hour
Counselors 1 Ethics Hour*
NBCC ACEP – 1 Contact Hour
New York State Education Department’s State Board for Mental Health Practitioners – 1 Contact Hour

* Some states do not require/accept ethics hours for counselors, for those cases contact hours will be awarded

Please make sure to check with your own state board to ensure the transferability of CE credit for an asynchronous course. Some state boards may place restrictions regarding the modality of training

ODL 317: Life Transitions and Cognitive Function: A Play-Inspired Exploration

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Created on: 12/16/24

Attention New Jersey Social Workers: 

This course is approved for all social workers, including New Jersey. The Board Adopted Amendments: N.J.A.C. 13:44G-6.3, 6.4, and 6.7 Content Areas for Continuing Education Credit on April 15, 2024. This updates the Board’s regulation. This amendment states that  attendance at programs or courses offered by providers approved by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) are now acceptable sources of CE credit. 

At the June 12, 2024 public meeting, the Board voted to allow “any applications submitted, or audits which take place, on or after September 1, 2022” to be able “to submit CE from the sources updated in the new amendment adopted on April 15, 2024.”

For more information please refer to https://www.njconsumeraffairs.gov/sw/Pages/Additional-Information.aspx#CE

Target Audience:

This course is targeted for social workers, counselors, nurses, and case managers.

Overview:

This training opens with a play, The Forager, that explores themes of memory, loss, and connection through food and conversation. Following the performance, Dr. Yura Lee will present research on the impact of major life transitions, such as retirement and the loss of a spouse, on cognitive decline in older adults. The session will explore the preventive role of engaging in mental, physical, and social leisure activities, especially in later life. Dr. Lee will also highlight how participation in these activities can mitigate the risk of dementia, offering practical insights for helping professionals.

Course Objectives:

By the end of the session, the participant will be able to:

  1. Identify the effects of late-life transitions, such as retirement and spousal loss, on cognitive decline in older adults.
  2. Examine the relationship between socioeconomic factors, such as education level, and the risk of dementia in older adults.
  3. Apply strategies to incorporate leisure activities that promote cognitive health in aging individuals, focusing on mental, physical, and social engagement.

Presenters:

Barry Stoltze, Actor

Barry Stoltze has been a professional actor for nearly 50 years.  He has voiced hundreds of commercials, worked on audiobooks, animation, and gaming, and has appeared extensively on stage and screen.  In 2022, he was a proud participant in CEU Creations’ online production of TURNING INTO THE SKID with Judith Gantly.  In 2023, he was part of the ensemble of PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC at Actor’s Express which won the Suzi Award for Best Play, a thought-provoking production that included his current CEU Creations scene partner, Carolyn Cook.  In the winter of 2025, he will be portraying an immortal prophet in the new musical KING OF PANGEA at the Aurora Theatre in Lawrenceville, GA.  He has appeared on camera in OZARK, HALT AND CATCH FIRE, and SLEEPY HOLLOW and in the films THE LONGEST RIDE and TYLER PERRY’S BOO! 2, among others.  Additionally, at Synchronicity Theatre in 2018, Barry wrote and produced I CAN’T TECHNO: A MUSICAL GUIDE TO MODERN TIMES, with song parodies and comedy sketches about Mankind dealing with technology down through the Ages.  And in October at the Shakespeare Tavern, he co-produced the 21st annual LEND ME AN EAR, a night of Old Time Radio recreations by union performers, which this year raised food assistance money for Open Hand.

Carolyn Cook, Actor/Director

Carolyn Cook is the founder and first artistic director of Theatre du Reve. She has more than twenty-five years of experience as a professional actor, director, producer, teacher, and acting coach. Carolyn has worked as an actor and/or director with some of the top theaters in Atlanta including Georgia Shakespeare, Horizon Theatre, The Alliance Theatre, Actor’s Express, Theatre in the Square, Seven Stages, and Theater Emory. She has taught acting and theatre studies at Emory University, Oglethorpe University, Pebblebrook High School, and the Robert Mello Studio. Carolyn has been on the dementia journey for over 10 years now. Her mother lives with Alzheimer’s disease and lives in an assisted living facility. As a family member, Carolyn sought to educate herself in best practices for dementia care. She is a graduate of the 2015 Memory Bridge Training Retreat, a five-day intensive program leading to positive, meaningful dementia relationships. Carolyn co-developed and performed in Blackberry Winter, a play by Steve Yockey about a woman coming to terms with her new role as a caregiver.

Yura Lee, PhD, Associate Professor, Helen Bader School of Social Welfare, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee

Dr. Yura Lee is an Associate Professor at the Helen Bader School of Social Welfare at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. Her research primarily focuses on individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (ADRD) and their caregivers. Dr. Lee’s dedication to ADRD research stems from her personal experience as a primary caregiver for her grandfather, who was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease. This experience has significantly influenced her gerontological social work research, which centers on two key areas: (a) identifying risk and protective factors for ADRD, and (b) understanding the needs and challenges faced by dementia caregivers.

Dr. Lee has investigated a range of risk and protective factors, including educational attainment, multiple chronic conditions, life transitions (e.g., widowhood, retirement), late-life engagement in activities (mental, physical, and social), and sociocultural influences (e.g., acculturation and social support). Notably, her research on the biopsychosocial mechanisms of widowhood and its impact on cognitive function was funded by the Rutgers University Asian Resource Center for Minority Aging.

Additionally, Dr. Lee currently serves as the principal investigator for the “Going Home” project, a reminiscence intervention for individuals with dementia and their family caregivers, funded by the Alzheimer’s Association. She actively collaborates on several interdisciplinary aging research initiatives with scholars from diverse fields, including neurology, nursing, public health, biomedical engineering, kinesiology, and information science, focusing on dementia care interventions utilizing assistive technology. Dr. Lee earned her PhD in Social Work from the University of Southern California.

1 CREDIT HOUR APPROVED FOR:

Social Workers
ASWB ACE – 1 CE Credit
New York State Education Department’s State Board for Social Work – 1 Contact Hour
Counselors
NBCC ACEP – 1 Contact Hour
New York State Education Department’s State Board for Mental Health Practitioners – 1 Contact Hour
Nurses
California Board of Registered Nursing – 1 Contact Hour
Case Managers
CCMC – 1 Contact Hour

Please make sure to check with your own state board to ensure the transferability of CE credit for an asynchronous course. Some state boards may place restrictions regarding the modality of training required for ethics credits to be awarded. If this training indicates ethics credits are available, please verify that your state allows them to be earned through an on-demand course format.



ODL 314: 15 Essential Awareness-Based Strategies for Helping Professionals: Skills to Transform Your Treatment Plans for Depression, Anxiety, Anger, Trauma, Guilt and Shame

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Created on: 12/12/24

Attention New Jersey Social Workers: 

This course is approved for all social workers, including New Jersey. The Board Adopted Amendments: N.J.A.C. 13:44G-6.3, 6.4, and 6.7 Content Areas for Continuing Education Credit on April 15, 2024. This updates the Board’s regulation. This amendment states that  attendance at programs or courses offered by providers approved by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) are now acceptable sources of CE credit. 

At the June 12, 2024 public meeting, the Board voted to allow “any applications submitted, or audits which take place, on or after September 1, 2022” to be able “to submit CE from the sources updated in the new amendment adopted on April 15, 2024.”

For more information please refer to https://www.njconsumeraffairs.gov/sw/Pages/Additional-Information.aspx#CE

Target Audience:

This course is targeted for social workers, counselors, nurses and case managers.

Overview:

From depression and anxiety to shame and trauma, mindfulness has demonstrated its ability to help reduce suffering. With all its benefits, mindfulness is widely used in clinical practice. There are hundreds of mindfulness interventions available to clinicians, but with so many to choose from, how do you know which to use? How do you decide on your “go-to” techniques?

Dr. Debra Alvis developed and led the Mind/Body program at the University of Georgia. She holds certification as a mindfulness meditation teacher and as a yoga therapist. With more than 25 years teaching mindfulness and using mindfulness techniques in her clinical practice, Debra has distilled the available techniques into the essential hands-on mindfulness skills and interventions you need to treat your clients.

Join Debra and learn to effectively use 15 mindfulness practices you can incorporate into your treatment plans for depression, anxiety, shame, and trauma. Debra will guide you through the specific exercises that she has found most capable of shifting clients away from debilitating vagal system patterns, intervening in the downward spiral of depression and anxiety, and cultivating safety and groundedness in traumatized clients. In addition, she will give you detailed instruction on her top mindfulness interventions to help your clients address guilt and shame and empower them to manage anger and toxic emotions.

As an additional benefit, you will have the opportunity to practice the application of what you have learned under Debra’s expert supervision. Enhance your clinical practice with mindfulness skills that work!

Course Objectives:

By the end of the session, the participant will be able to:

  1. Determine how mindfulness practices can be used to develop a more resilient nervous system. 
  2. Integrate mindfulness interventions into your treatment plans to counter automatic patterns of negative thoughts. 
  3. Demonstrate how brief mindfulness practices can be utilized in-session to increase emotion regulation. 
  4. Examine how to retrain the dysregulated, traumatized brain and implement grounding techniques and breathing exercises. 
  5. Apply mindfulness-based therapies to address shame and guilt.

Presenter:

Debra Alvis, PhD, licensed psychologist, developed the Mind/Body Program at the University of Georgia providing clinician training on the integration of mindfulness and contemplative practices into psychotherapy.  Her work as a professor at the University of Georgia included the supervision of doctoral students and co-leading a research team investigating mindfulness. She is a Mindfulness Meditation Teacher certified through Tara Brach and Jack Kornfield and is trained as a yoga therapist.  

Dr. Alvis maintains a private practice and has more than 25 years of clinical experience in treating clients with a variety of conditions by combining mindfulness principles, body-oriented strategies, and traditional psychotherapeutic approaches. Her personal contemplative practice of three decades further supports her presentations.  

Debra lectures and leads retreats around the world. Her trainings have helped thousands of clinicians to integrate the richness of Mindfulness, neuroscience, and somatic psychotherapies with cognitive approaches for greater clinical effectiveness.

5 CREDIT HOURS APPROVED FOR:

Social Workers
ASWB ACE – 5 CE Credits
New York State Education Department’s State Board for Social Work – 5 Contact Hours
Counselors
NBCC ACEP – 5 Contact Hours
New York State Education Department’s State Board for Mental Health Practitioners – 5 Contact Hours
Nurses
California Board of Registered Nursing – 5 Contact Hours
Case Managers
CCMC – 5 Contact Hours

Please make sure to check with your own state board to ensure the transferability of CE credit for an asynchronous course. Some state boards may place restrictions regarding the modality of training required for ethics credits to be awarded. If this training indicates ethics credits are available, please verify that your state allows them to be earned through an on-demand course format.

ODL 315: Suicide Considerations in Older Adults

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Created On: 12/11/2024     

Attention New Jersey Social Workers: 

This course is approved for all social workers, including New Jersey. The Board Adopted Amendments: N.J.A.C. 13:44G-6.3, 6.4, and 6.7 Content Areas for Continuing Education Credit on April 15, 2024. This updates the Board’s regulation. This amendment states that  attendance at programs or courses offered by providers approved by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) are now acceptable sources of CE credit. 

At the June 12, 2024 public meeting, the Board voted to allow “any applications submitted, or audits which take place, on or after September 1, 2022” to be able “to submit CE from the sources updated in the new amendment adopted on April 15, 2024.”

For more information please refer to https://www.njconsumeraffairs.gov/sw/Pages/Additional-Information.aspx#CE

Target Audience:

This course is targeted for social workers, counselors, nurses, and case managers.

Overview:

While every age group is at risk for suicide, older adults are one of the most vulnerable groups. Those seniors above age 65 have a disproportionately higher risk of attempting suicide, as well as a higher lethality rate. This training will introduce learners to the proper assessment of risk level in seniors, ethical considerations, and how to facilitate managed risk plans with senior clients. 

Course Objectives:

By the end of the session, the participant will be able to:

  1. Recognize etiology of suicide and end of life considerations in older adults.
  2. Interpret ethical values of autonomy, dignity and beneficence as they relate to older adult suicide and end of life decisions.
  3. Evaluate a care perspective on suicide and end of life care by applying the Social Work Assessment Tool (SWAT)

Presenter:

Diane Bigler, LCSW, LSCSW and owner of Diane Bigler Therapy Services, Inc. 

Diane Bigler is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Missouri and Kansas. She has over 20 years of experience in the social services field. Diane has held positions as a therapist (in-home and outpatient), private practice owner, trainer/facilitator, clinical supervisor, and Professor of Social Work. She also has experience in corporate wellness training and coaching. Diane is most passionate about providing quality educational training to professionals. She enjoys spoiling her four Dachshunds and anything 80’s related.

 1 CREDIT HOUR APPROVED FOR:

Social Workers
ASWB ACE – 1 CE Credit
New York State Education Department’s State Board for Social Work – 1 Contact Hour
Counselors
NBCC ACEP – 1 Contact Hour
New York State Education Department’s State Board for Mental Health Practitioners – 1 Contact Hour
Nurses
California Board of Registered Nursing – 1 Contact Hour
Case Managers
CCMC – 1 Contact Hour

Please make sure to check with your own state board to ensure the transferability of CE credit for an asynchronous course. Some state boards may place restrictions regarding the modality of training required for ethics credits to be awarded. If this training indicates ethics credits are available, please verify that your state allows them to be earned through an on-demand course format.

ODL 313: Telemental Health and Ethics

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Created on: 12/11/24

Attention New Jersey Social Workers: 

This course is approved for all social workers, including New Jersey. The Board Adopted Amendments: N.J.A.C. 13:44G-6.3, 6.4, and 6.7 Content Areas for Continuing Education Credit on April 15, 2024. This updates the Board’s regulation. This amendment states that  attendance at programs or courses offered by providers approved by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) are now acceptable sources of CE credit. 

At the June 12, 2024 public meeting, the Board voted to allow “any applications submitted, or audits which take place, on or after September 1, 2022” to be able “to submit CE from the sources updated in the new amendment adopted on April 15, 2024.”

For more information please refer to https://www.njconsumeraffairs.gov/sw/Pages/Additional-Information.aspx#CE

Target Audience:

This course is targeted for social workers, case managers, counselors, nurses and case managers.

Overview:

Even prior to the COVID-19 Pandemic, the world was moving towards a more online environment including the provision of therapy services.  Since COVID-19, there are more professionals practicing through Telemental Health and this number continues to grow.  In Telemental Health there are different considerations than in-person therapy and it is critical that the clinician be well-versed in this area of practice.  This training will dive into many facets of Telemental Health – including intake and assessment, informed consent with sample forms, different types of delivery methods, HIPAA rules including HIPAA compliant platforms and rules around electronic communication, issues that arise with termination of services, policy changes and updates on COVID policies, risk management, social media ethics, and other ethical considerations.  Don’t miss this informative training that will provide you with not only “hands-on” information but practical tools that you can implement in your daily Telemental Health practices. 

Course Objectives:

By the end of the session, the participant will be able to:

  1. Define Telemental Health and what constitutes Telehealth delivery.
  2. Name items that should be included in an Informed Consent Form and other areas of Intake and Assessment around Telemental health.
  3. Identify different delivery methods of Telemental Health services.
  4. Give examples of at least two platforms and resources around HIPAA rules and best practices.
  5. Identify and review multiple ethical considerations around the practice of Telemental Health.   

Presenter:

Christian Deck, MSW, LCSW, Social Worker, Educator, Therapist, Speaker

Christian is an Indianapolis-based social worker, educator, telehealth therapist, and speaker. He works full-time as a Lecturer at the Indiana University School of Social Work, teaching primarily with their online MSW program. He enjoys teaching Telebehavioral Health courses and foundational Social Work practice courses. His speaking and research interests include e-Simulations, e-Social Work and Telebehavioral Health practice, online social work education, and enhancing e-Social Work distance education through program development and technology design.

He also serves on the Board of Directors for the IUSSW Alumni Association. He is a BSW (’12) and MSW (’16) graduate of the Indiana University School of Social Work.

6 CREDIT HOURS APPROVED FOR:

Social Workers
ASWB ACE – 6 Ethics CE Credits
New York State Education Department’s State Board for Social Work – 6 Contact Hours
Counselors –  6 Ethics or 6 Contact Hours*
NBCC ACEP – 6 Contact Hours
New York State Education Department’s State Board for Mental Health Practitioners – 6 Contact Hours
Nurses
California Board of Registered Nursing – 6 Contact Hours
Case Managers
CCMC – 6 Ethics Hours

* Some states do not require/accept ethics hours for counselors, for those cases contact hours will be awarded.

Please make sure to check with your own state board to ensure the transferability of CE credit for an asynchronous course. Some state boards may place restrictions regarding the modality of training required for ethics credits to be awarded. If this training indicates ethics credits are available, please verify that your state allows them to be earned through an on-demand course format.

ODL 301: An Overview of Health Disparities in the LGBTQ+ Community

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Created on: 12/5/2024

Attention New Jersey Social Workers: 

This course is approved for all social workers, including New Jersey. The Board Adopted Amendments: N.J.A.C. 13:44G-6.3, 6.4, and 6.7 Content Areas for Continuing Education Credit on April 15, 2024. This updates the Board’s regulation. This amendment states that  attendance at programs or courses offered by providers approved by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) are now acceptable sources of CE credit. 

At the June 12, 2024 public meeting, the Board voted to allow “any applications submitted, or audits which take place, on or after September 1, 2022” to be able “to submit CE from the sources updated in the new amendment adopted on April 15, 2024.”

For more information please refer to https://www.njconsumeraffairs.gov/sw/Pages/Additional-Information.aspx#CE

Target Audience:

This course is targeted for social workers, case managers, nurses, and counselors.

Overview:

Helping professionals are trusted with the important role of caring for people during what can be vulnerable moments, and it is imperative that they practice with competence and humility. In this honest conversation, M. Greg Green, Author and Advocate, will provide an overview of the LGBTQ+ community, their diverse health needs, and the bias that they can experience in the systems in which we practice. This course will cover communication tips for utilizing affirming and respectful language, including an understanding of terms related to gender identity, gender expression, and sexual orientation that people use to self-identify, and promoting sensitivity and acceptance in our practice spaces.  Participants will gain a better understanding of the LGBTQ+ community and the unique challenges and barriers that prevent LGBTQ+ individuals from receiving quality and competent care.

Course Objectives:

By the end of the session – the participant will be able to:

  • Recognize the bias experienced by the LGBTQ+ community in the social and health systems.
  • Demonstrate respectful language for discussing sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression.
  • Identify two ways you can advocate for the LGBTQ+ community in your practice environment to promote the highest level of care.

Presenter:

M. Greg Green, Author, Advocate for Transgender Rights, Transitional Consultant, Diversity, Equality, Justice, Inclusion Conversation Facilitator

M. Greg Green is an author, diversity & inclusion facilitator, Community Health Worker, and community advocate that uses his years of experience as a police officer and firefighter to facilitate and humanize access to public resources while shifting the corporate culture for his communities. As an advocate, corporate trainer, and entrepreneur, he currently serves as the Executive Director of Transgender Awareness Alliance,  CEO of Miskonception LLC, is on the Board of Directors for The Citadel’s African American Alumni Association and is a 2024 Clyburn Fellow.

Greg is a skilled and engaging speaker on transformative public service, trans visibility and awareness in the corporate world, and intersectionality within the LGBTQ+ community. He has spoken in Washington DC with the U.S. Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Prisons, Dorn VA Hospital, Federal Correctional Institution in Edgefield, SC, Federation of Families Summer Summit, The International Conference on Stigma, and many other engagements and keynotes.

1 CREDIT HOUR APPROVED FOR:

Social Workers
ASWB ACE – 1 CE Credit
New York State Education Department’s State Board for Social Work – 1 Contact Hour
Counselors
NBCC ACEP – 1 Contact Hour
New York State Education Department’s State Board for Mental Health Practitioners – 1 Contact Hour
Nurses
California Board of Registered Nursing – 1 Contact Hour
Case Managers
CCMC – 1 Contact Hour

Please make sure to check with your own state board to ensure the transferability of CE credit for an asynchronous course. Some state boards may place restrictions regarding the modality of training required for ethics credits to be awarded. If this training indicates ethics credits are available, please verify that your state allows them to be earned through an on-demand course format.

ODL 312: Managing Behaviors in Older Adults

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Created on: 11/19/24

Attention New Jersey Social Workers: 

This course is approved for all social workers, including New Jersey. The Board Adopted Amendments: N.J.A.C. 13:44G-6.3, 6.4, and 6.7 Content Areas for Continuing Education Credit on April 15, 2024. This updates the Board’s regulation. This amendment states that  attendance at programs or courses offered by providers approved by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) are now acceptable sources of CE credit. 

At the June 12, 2024 public meeting, the Board voted to allow “any applications submitted, or audits which take place, on or after September 1, 2022” to be able “to submit CE from the sources updated in the new amendment adopted on April 15, 2024.”

For more information please refer to https://www.njconsumeraffairs.gov/sw/Pages/Additional-Information.aspx#CE

Target Audience:

This course is targeted for social workers, case managers, nurses, and counselors.

Overview:

Providers may find themselves overwhelmed with responding to challenging behaviors from older adults. Whether as a result of neurocognitive disorders, medication side effects, or personality traits, challenging behaviors are stressful for staff to manage and appropriately respond to. Learn about how challenging behaviors may present in older adults, possible origins and key areas to assess, and best practices for responding in person-centered and effective ways. Provider self-management will be discussed as a key factor in appropriately responding to these types of challenging behaviors.

Course Objectives:

By the end of the session, the participant will be able to:

  1. Describe the dynamics of anxiety and anger in older adults.
  2. Examine various assessment methods for gathering data.
  3. Identify evidenced-based interventions for anger and anxiety in adults.

Presenter:

Diane Bigler, LCSW, LSCSW and owner of Diane Bigler Therapy Services, Inc. 

Diane Bigler is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Missouri and Kansas. She has over 20 years of experience in the social services field. Diane has held positions as a therapist (in-home and outpatient), private practice owner, trainer/facilitator, clinical supervisor, and Professor of Social Work. She also has experience in corporate wellness training and coaching. Diane is most passionate about providing quality educational training to professionals. She enjoys spoiling her four Dachshunds and anything 80’s related.

 1 CREDIT HOUR APPROVED FOR:

Social Workers
ASWB ACE – 1 CE Credit
New York State Education Department’s State Board for Social Work – 1 Contact Hour
Case Managers
CCMC – 1 Contact Hour
Nurses
California Board of Registered Nursing – 1 Contact Hour
Counselors
NBCC ACEP – 1 Contact Hour
New York State Education Department’s State Board for Mental Health Practitioners – 1 Contact Hour

Please make sure to check with your own state board to ensure the transferability of CE credit for an asynchronous course. Some state boards may place restrictions regarding the modality of training required for ethics credits to be awarded. If this training indicates ethics credits are available, please verify that your state allows them to be earned through an on-demand course format.

Headway – ODL 311: Motivational Interviewing with Ethical Principles

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Created On: 11/8/24 Revised On:

Attention New Jersey Social Workers: 

This course is approved for all social workers, including New Jersey. The Board Adopted Amendments: N.J.A.C. 13:44G-6.3, 6.4, and 6.7 Content Areas for Continuing Education Credit on April 15, 2024. This updates the Board’s regulation. This amendment states that  attendance at programs or courses offered by providers approved by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) are now acceptable sources of CE credit. 

At the June 12, 2024 public meeting, the Board voted to allow “any applications submitted, or audits which take place, on or after September 1, 2022” to be able “to submit CE from the sources updated in the new amendment adopted on April 15, 2024.”

For more information please refer to https://www.njconsumeraffairs.gov/sw/Pages/Additional-Information.aspx#CE

Target Audience:

This course is targeted for social workers, case managers, nurses, and counselors.

Overview:

Motivational Interviewing (MI) is a goal-oriented, collaborative process to help facilitate desired changes in thoughts and behaviors.  This unique method can be applied across many practice settings and helps the client to look within themselves to spark change.  This workshop examines a brief definition and history, theoretical framework, style and spirit, process, and techniques of MI.  In addition, it also explores how biases and diversity influences behavior and services, and provides tools for reflection, self-monitoring and regulation to manage personal values and maintain professional standards of practice.  Don’t miss this engaging training that can provide tools to help sharpen your skills in your day-to-day practices. 

Course Objectives:

By the end of the session – the participant will be able to:

  • Describe the practice of reflection, self-monitoring and regulation to ensure ethical practice in Motivational Interviewing
  • Apply the basic terminology and framework of Motivational Interviewing
  • Discover the meaning of using style and spirit with Motivational Interviewing techniques

Presenter:

Rhonda DiNovo serves as Clinical Assistant Professor, MSW Program Coordinator, and Coordinator of the Graduate Drug and Addictions Studies Certificate Program in the College of Social Work at the University of South Carolina. She teaches students important theoretical and practical approaches in interdisciplinary health and mental health, as well as principles and practices of motivational interviewing and cognitive behavior therapy. DiNovo also serves as Field Supervisor and Director of the West Columbia Outreach Program, a police social work outreach service offered through the West Columbia Police Department that provides brief screening, assessment and referral to treatment services and community resources to those in mental health and substance use crises. Prior to becoming a full-time faculty member in the College of Social Work, Rhonda served three years as Director of Substance Abuse Prevention and Education for USC and eight years as Prevention Specialist for adolescents and their families at LRADAC.

1 CREDIT HOUR APPROVED FOR:

Social Workers
ASWB ACE – 1 Ethics CE Credit
New York State Education Department’s State Board for Social Work – 1 Contact Hour
Case Managers
CCMC – 1 Ethics Hour
Nurses
California Board of Registered Nursing – 1 Contact Hour
Counselors- 1 Ethics Hour or 1 Contact Hour*
NBCC ACEP – 1 Contact Hour
New York State Education Department’s State Board for Mental Health Practitioners – 1 Contact Hour

* Some states do not require/accept ethics hours for counselors, for those cases contact hours will be awarded.

Please make sure to check with your own state board to ensure the transferability of CE credit for an asynchronous course. Some state boards may place restrictions regarding the modality of training required for ethics credits to be awarded. If this training indicates ethics credits are available, please verify that your state allows them to be earned through an on-demand course format.

ALL- ODL 308: Motivational Interviewing for Substance Use in Older Adults

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Created On:10/21/2024

Attention New Jersey Social Workers: 

This course is approved for all social workers, including New Jersey. The Board Adopted Amendments: N.J.A.C. 13:44G-6.3, 6.4, and 6.7 Content Areas for Continuing Education Credit on April 15, 2024. This updates the Board’s regulation. This amendment states that  attendance at programs or courses offered by providers approved by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) are now acceptable sources of CE credit. 

At the June 12, 2024 public meeting, the Board voted to allow “any applications submitted, or audits which take place, on or after September 1, 2022” to be able “to submit CE from the sources updated in the new amendment adopted on April 15, 2024.”

For more information please refer to https://www.njconsumeraffairs.gov/sw/Pages/Additional-Information.aspx#CE

Target Audience:

This course is targeted for social workers, case managers, nurses, and counselors.

Overview:

Substance use in older adults is occurring at increased levels. This webinar will explore the fundamentals of substance use in older adults and effective Motivational Interviewing (MI) strategies to support these clients. We will review key indications, case study profiles, and discuss why MI is so effective in counseling clients with substance abuse. Learn about special considerations regarding substance use in older adults and the value of integrating the SBIRT model into clinical practice.

Course Objectives:

By the end of the session, the participant will be able to:

  1. Explain key considerations of substance use in older adults.
  2. Identify at least three components of Motivational Interviewing skills for substance use.
  3. Describe why Motivational Interviewing is effective when working with clients with substance abuse.

Presenter:

Diane Bigler, LCSW, LSCSW and owner of Diane Bigler Therapy Services, Inc. 

Diane Bigler is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Missouri and Kansas. She has over 20 years of experience in the social services field. Diane has held positions as a therapist (in-home and outpatient), private practice owner, trainer/facilitator, clinical supervisor, and Professor of Social Work. She also has experience in corporate wellness training and coaching. Diane is most passionate about providing quality educational training to professionals. She enjoys spoiling her four Dachshunds and anything 80’s related.

 1 CREDIT HOUR APPROVED FOR:

Social Workers
ASWB ACE – 1 CE Credit
New York State Education Department’s State Board for Social Work- 1 Contact Hour
Case Managers
CCMC – 1 Contact Hour
Nurses
California Board of Registered Nursing – 1 Contact Hour
Counselors
NBCC ACEP – 1 Contact Hour
New York State Education Department’s State Board for Mental Health Practitioners – 1 Contact Hour

Please make sure to check with your own state board to ensure the transferability of CE credit for an asynchronous course. Some state boards may place restrictions regarding the modality of training required for ethics credits to be awarded. If this training indicates ethics credits are available, please verify that your state allows them to be earned through an on-demand course format.


Filed Under: PPP

ODL 295: Trauma-Informed Care and Post-Incarceration Syndrome

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Please make sure to check with your own state board to ensure the transferability of CE credit for an asynchronous course. Some state boards may place restrictions regarding the modality of training required for ethics credits to be awarded. If this training indicates ethics credits are available, please verify that your state allows them to be earned through an on-demand course format.

 1 CREDIT HOUR APPROVED FOR:

Social Workers
ASWB ACE – 1 CE Credit
New York State Education Department’s State Board for Social Work- 1 Contact Hour
Psychologists
APA – 1 CE Credit
Counselors
NBCC ACEP – 1 Contact Hour
New York State Education Department’s State Board for Mental Health Practitioners- 1 Contact Hour
Substance Abuse Counselors
NAADAC – 1 Contact Hour
Nurses
California Board of Registered Nursing – 1 Contact Hour
Case Managers
CCMC – 1 Contact Hour

Created On: 11/7/24     Revised on: 5/28/25

Target Audience:

This course is targeted for social workers, psychologists, counselors, nurses and case managers.

Counselor Skill Groups: 

4. Counseling Services
6. Case Management

Overview:

Roughly 1.9 million people are incarcerated in the United States according to the Prison Policy Initiative (November 2023). This course is designed to provide helping professionals with a comprehensive understanding of trauma-informed care, with a specific focus on Post- Incarceration Syndrome (PICS). Participants will explore the impact of trauma on individuals involved in the criminal justice system and learn evidence-based practices for providing trauma- informed care in various  settings. The course emphasizes the development of skills and knowledge necessary for effective and compassionate  practice among helping professionals with individuals transitioning from incarceration to community life.

Course Objectives:

By the end of the training, the participant will be able to:

  1. Identify characteristics of Post-Incarceration Syndrome (PICS)
  2. Discover the impact of trauma of individuals involved with the criminal justice system
  3. Describe an evidence-based practice that helping professionals can utilize when working with an individual who has been incarcerated

Presenter:

Nicole Wiesen, PhD, MSW, CCTS-I

Nicole Wiesen, PhD., MSW, CCTS-I is a dedicated professional serving as the Regional Coordinator for the Multifaith Initiative to End Mass Incarceration. With a passion for justice and advocacy, Nicole actively champions the rights of currently and previously incarcerated individuals, as well as their families. In her role, she collaborates with faith communities across Georgia, fostering a collective commitment to creating beloved and accepting spaces. Through these partnerships, Nicole strives to establish communities that warmly embrace returning citizens, facilitating a seamless transition into society. Her work not only addresses the challenges of mass incarceration but also seeks to promote understanding, compassion, and support for those affected by the criminal justice system. Nicole Wiesen is an invaluable asset to the Multifaith Initiative, embodying a steadfast commitment to social change and community resilience

 

ODL 311: Motivational Interviewing with Ethical Principles

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Created On: 11/8/24 Revised On: 12/10/24

Attention New Jersey Social Workers: 

This course is approved for all social workers, including New Jersey. The Board Adopted Amendments: N.J.A.C. 13:44G-6.3, 6.4, and 6.7 Content Areas for Continuing Education Credit on April 15, 2024. This updates the Board’s regulation. This amendment states that  attendance at programs or courses offered by providers approved by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) are now acceptable sources of CE credit. 

At the June 12, 2024 public meeting, the Board voted to allow “any applications submitted, or audits which take place, on or after September 1, 2022” to be able “to submit CE from the sources updated in the new amendment adopted on April 15, 2024.”

For more information please refer to https://www.njconsumeraffairs.gov/sw/Pages/Additional-Information.aspx#CE

Target Audience:

This course is targeted for social workers, case managers, nurses, and counselors.

Overview:

Motivational Interviewing (MI) is a goal-oriented, collaborative process to help facilitate desired changes in thoughts and behaviors.  This unique method can be applied across many practice settings and helps the client to look within themselves to spark change.  This workshop examines a brief definition and history, theoretical framework, style and spirit, process, and techniques of MI.  In addition, it also explores how biases and diversity influences behavior and services, and provides tools for reflection, self-monitoring and regulation to manage personal values and maintain professional standards of practice.  Don’t miss this engaging training that can provide tools to help sharpen your skills in your day-to-day practices. 

Course Objectives:

By the end of the session – the participant will be able to:

  • Describe the practice of reflection, self-monitoring and regulation to ensure ethical practice in Motivational Interviewing
  • Apply the basic terminology and framework of Motivational Interviewing
  • Discover the meaning of using style and spirit with Motivational Interviewing techniques

Presenter:

Rhonda DiNovo serves as Clinical Assistant Professor, MSW Program Coordinator, and Coordinator of the Graduate Drug and Addictions Studies Certificate Program in the College of Social Work at the University of South Carolina. She teaches students important theoretical and practical approaches in interdisciplinary health and mental health, as well as principles and practices of motivational interviewing and cognitive behavior therapy. DiNovo also serves as Field Supervisor and Director of the West Columbia Outreach Program, a police social work outreach service offered through the West Columbia Police Department that provides brief screening, assessment and referral to treatment services and community resources to those in mental health and substance use crises. Prior to becoming a full-time faculty member in the College of Social Work, Rhonda served three years as Director of Substance Abuse Prevention and Education for USC and eight years as Prevention Specialist for adolescents and their families at LRADAC.

1 CREDIT HOUR APPROVED FOR:

Social Workers
ASWB ACE – 1 Ethics CE Credit
New York State Education Department’s State Board for Social Work – 1 Contact Hour
Counselors – 1 Ethics Hour or 1 Contact Hour*
NBCC ACEP – 1 Contact Hour
New York State Education Department’s State Board for Mental Health Practitioners – 1 Contact Hour
Nurses
California Board of Registered Nursing – 1 Contact Hour
Case Managers
CCMC – 1 Ethics Hour

* Some states do not require/accept ethics hours for counselors, for those cases contact hours will be awarded.

Please make sure to check with your own state board to ensure the transferability of CE credit for an asynchronous course. Some state boards may place restrictions regarding the modality of training required for ethics credits to be awarded. If this training indicates ethics credits are available, please verify that your state allows them to be earned through an on-demand course format.

ODL 310: Deepening Understanding: Advanced Enneagram Applications for Helping Professionals

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Created On: 10/28/2024       Revised On:

Attention New Jersey Social Workers: 

This course is approved for all social workers, including New Jersey. The Board Adopted Amendments: N.J.A.C. 13:44G-6.3, 6.4, and 6.7 Content Areas for Continuing Education Credit on April 15, 2024. This updates the Board’s regulation. This amendment states that  attendance at programs or courses offered by providers approved by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) are now acceptable sources of CE credit. 

At the June 12, 2024 public meeting, the Board voted to allow “any applications submitted, or audits which take place, on or after September 1, 2022” to be able “to submit CE from the sources updated in the new amendment adopted on April 15, 2024.”

For more information please refer to https://www.njconsumeraffairs.gov/sw/Pages/Additional-Information.aspx#CE

Target Audience:

This course is targeted for social workers, case managers, nurses, and counselors.

Overview:

This advanced training delves deeper into the complexities of the Enneagram system and its application in the practice of helping professionals. Building upon foundational knowledge, participants will explore nuanced aspects of the Enneagram, including subtypes, talk styles, relationships, shame, and defense mechanisms. This course will also cover journaling and meditation strategies for each Enneagram type tailored specifically to the needs of social workers, counselors, case managers, and nurses. Participants will gain practical insights into leveraging the Enneagram to enhance client engagement, facilitate personal growth, and foster more effective therapeutic relationships.

Course Objectives:

By the end of the course, the participant will be able to:

  1. Examine advanced Enneagram concepts, including subtypes and dynamic interactions between core types and wings in relationships.
  2. Identify Enneagram-based interventions and techniques to support clients in navigating challenges, fostering resilience, and promoting self-awareness.
  3.  Analyze case studies illustrating the application of the Enneagram within diverse cultural contexts and client populations, fostering cultural humility and sensitivity.
  4. Develop strategies for integrating Enneagram insights into therapeutic frameworks, treatment planning, and interdisciplinary collaboration within healthcare and social service settings.
  5. Discover self-awareness and reflective practice among helping professionals through guided exploration of personal Enneagram dynamics and blind spots.

Presenters:

Yekaterina Smith, E-RYT® 500, YACEP®, www.theyogasmith.com, and Co-host of Enneagram+Yoga Podcast

As a yoga teacher, Kat feels a deep passion for practicing and instruction. Yoga empowers her to find her inner strength both on and off my mat. It helps Kat live her life with mindfulness and joy, as well as reach a balance of a healthy body and a peaceful mind. Kat feels honored and overjoyed to share her love of yoga with each and every one of her students.

Kat is a graduate of the University of Tennessee Chattanooga. She holds an RYT 500 certification through Yoga Alliance and is the co-host of the Enneagram+Yoga podcast and is a  Certified Teacher in the Enneagram Spectrum Method (accredited by the International Enneagram Association). Kat’s website is www.theyogasmith.com

Kat lives on Signal Mountain and enjoys all her time spent with her husband Kevin and their two children, Olive and Reed. Namaste.

Christy Bonner, LMFT, M. Div, Doctor of Ministry, Private Practitioner, and Co-host of Enneagram+Yoga Podcast

Christy Bonner is a licensed marriage and family therapist, a certified yoga instructor, and a board-certified chaplain. Her educational background includes a Bachelor of Arts from Emory and Henry College, a Master of Divinity from Emory University, and a Doctor of Ministry from Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary. She has a private practice, teaches yoga and co-hosts the podcast, Enneagram+Yoga. In her free time, she enjoys hiking, antiquing, and spending time with her family, friends, husband, and 2-year-old daughter.

5 CREDIT HOURS APPROVED FOR:

Social Workers
ASWB ACE – 5 CE Credits
New York State Education Department’s State Board for Social Work – 5 Contact Hours
Case Managers
CCMC – 5 Contact Hours
Nurses
California Board of Registered Nursing – 5 Contact Hours
Counselors 
NBCC ACEP – 5 Contact Hours
New York State Education Department’s State Board for Mental Health Practitioners – 5 Contact Hours

Please make sure to check with your own state board to ensure the transferability of CE credit for an asynchronous course. Some state boards may place restrictions regarding the modality of training required for ethics credits to be awarded. If this training indicates ethics credits are available, please verify that your state allows them to be earned through an on-demand course format.

ODL 309: From Struggle to Strength: Innovative Approaches to Treating Childhood Anxiety

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Created On: 10/22/2024       Revised On: 

Attention New Jersey Social Workers: 

This course is approved for all social workers, including New Jersey. The Board Adopted Amendments: N.J.A.C. 13:44G-6.3, 6.4, and 6.7 Content Areas for Continuing Education Credit on April 15, 2024. This updates the Board’s regulation. This amendment states that  attendance at programs or courses offered by providers approved by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) are now acceptable sources of CE credit. 

At the June 12, 2024 public meeting, the Board voted to allow “any applications submitted, or audits which take place, on or after September 1, 2022” to be able “to submit CE from the sources updated in the new amendment adopted on April 15, 2024.”

For more information please refer to https://www.njconsumeraffairs.gov/sw/Pages/Additional-Information.aspx#CE

Target Audience:

This course is targeted for social workers, case managers, nurses, and counselors.

Overview:

In this training, we will address childhood anxiety and strategies to make comprehensive changes. We will also examine some of the most used interventions and why many of these may often do more harm than good, and discover alternative, more effective strategies. Participants will walk away with outlines for both parent and educator book studies. The final hour of the presentation will feature the personal perspectives of a parent, focusing on the struggles faced at home and in school, providing valuable insights into the daily challenges and effective coping strategies. The training equips social workers, case managers, counselors, and nurses with the knowledge and tools necessary to support children facing anxiety, ensuring that interventions are not only effective but also nurturing and supportive of their overall well-being.

Course Objectives:

By the end of the session, the participant will be able to:

1.  Identify  the common signs and symptoms of anxiety in children.

2.  Analyze  the effectiveness and potential harms of traditional anxiety interventions.

3.  Examine alternative, evidence-based strategies for managing adolescent anxiety.

4.  Formulate  comprehensive plans for supporting anxious students in both home and school environments.

5.  Evaluate  the perspectives of parents to better understand the home struggles associated with adolescent anxiety.

Presenters:

Dr. Cindy Murphy, PhD, LPC, ACS, NCC, NCSC and Online School Counseling Faculty, Grand Canyon University

Dr. Murphy received her MEd in community agency counseling, and a PhD in Counselor Education and Supervision from Auburn University. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC-Georgia), Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS), National Certified School Counselor (NCSC), Certified School Counselor (Georgia), and National Certified Counselor (NCC). Over the past 29 years, Dr. Murphy has worked with children and adults in a variety of settings including private practice, community agencies, and schools. She has extensive experience working with children and adolescents struggling with anxiety, adjustment issues, school issues, transitions to college, and trauma. Her research interests include anxiety treatment for children and adolescents, equity in the college admissions process, and school crisis response. Currently, she is a full time online faculty member at Grand Canyon University and a part-time lecturer at the University of Georgia in the Department of Counseling and Human Development.

LeAnne Hale, MSW, Ed.S., CPT and School Social Worker, Oconee County Schools

LeAnne received her MSW and Ed.S. in School Social Work from the University of Georgia.  Over the last 24 years, she has served primarily as a K-12 school social worker but also served for 7 years as an elementary school counselor.  In these roles, LeAnne has served students from ages 5 to 20 years and their families to remove barriers to education due to multiple issues: mental health of students and parents, food insecurity, homelessness, poverty, and learning difficulties.  Her current interests include helping students, caregivers, and faculty learn to normalize and manage anxiety in order to live fulfilling lives. As a Certified Personal Trainer, LeAnne is also passionate about education related to how overall health and wellness, both physical and emotional, are linked together, and how adequate sleep, movement, good nutrition, and strong social relationships contribute to good mental health across the lifespan.

Anne McSweeney, LCSW, President, CEU Creations

Anne McSweeney, LCSW, President of CEU Creations, has a diverse background in medical social work, education, and community relations. With a social work career that spans over two decades, she has been planning continuing education trainings for over 17 years. Anne founded CEU Creations in 2010 to transform the CE landscape.  Her goal is to provide innovative trainings that keep the learner engaged, connect the learner with community resources/companies which allows for the CEs to be more affordable, and ultimately change best practices and outcomes.

Prior to founding CEU Creations, she practiced medical social work for over eight years – working primarily with the geriatric population in home health, hospice, and dialysis.  In 2015, she was appointed to the Fulton County Commission on Elderly Affairs where she served for five years as an advocate for seniors in Fulton County. She has served on the boards of The Aimee Copeland Foundation, The Atlanta Senior Care Network Niche and Ageless Interaction.   In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her family – including her husband, two adult daughters, and two adorable pups, reading, and college football.

5 CREDIT HOURS APPROVED FOR:

Social Workers
ASWB ACE – 5 CE Credits
New York State Education Department’s State Board for Social Work – 5 Contact Hours
Case Managers
CCMC – 5 Contact Hours
Nurses
California Board of Registered Nursing – 5 Contact Hours
Counselors 
NBCC ACEP – 5 Contact Hours
New York State Education Department’s State Board for Mental Health Practitioners – 5 Contact Hours

Please make sure to check with your own state board to ensure the transferability of CE credit for an asynchronous course. Some state boards may place restrictions regarding the modality of training required for ethics credits to be awarded. If this training indicates ethics credits are available, please verify that your state allows them to be earned through an on-demand course format.

ODL 308: Motivational Interviewing for Substance Use in Older Adults

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Created On:10/21/2024

Attention New Jersey Social Workers: 

This course is approved for all social workers, including New Jersey. The Board Adopted Amendments: N.J.A.C. 13:44G-6.3, 6.4, and 6.7 Content Areas for Continuing Education Credit on April 15, 2024. This updates the Board’s regulation. This amendment states that  attendance at programs or courses offered by providers approved by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) are now acceptable sources of CE credit. 

At the June 12, 2024 public meeting, the Board voted to allow “any applications submitted, or audits which take place, on or after September 1, 2022” to be able “to submit CE from the sources updated in the new amendment adopted on April 15, 2024.”

For more information please refer to https://www.njconsumeraffairs.gov/sw/Pages/Additional-Information.aspx#CE

Target Audience:

This course is targeted for social workers, case managers, nurses, and counselors.

Overview:

Substance use in older adults is occurring at increased levels. This webinar will explore the fundamentals of substance use in older adults and effective Motivational Interviewing (MI) strategies to support these clients. We will review key indications, case study profiles, and discuss why MI is so effective in counseling clients with substance abuse. Learn about special considerations regarding substance use in older adults and the value of integrating the SBIRT model into clinical practice.

Course Objectives:

By the end of the session, the participant will be able to:

  1. Explain key considerations of substance use in older adults.
  2. Identify at least three components of Motivational Interviewing skills for substance use.
  3. Describe why Motivational Interviewing is effective when working with clients with substance abuse.

Presenter:

Diane Bigler, LCSW, LSCSW and owner of Diane Bigler Therapy Services, Inc. 

Diane Bigler is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Missouri and Kansas. She has over 20 years of experience in the social services field. Diane has held positions as a therapist (in-home and outpatient), private practice owner, trainer/facilitator, clinical supervisor, and Professor of Social Work. She also has experience in corporate wellness training and coaching. Diane is most passionate about providing quality educational training to professionals. She enjoys spoiling her four Dachshunds and anything 80’s related.

 1 CREDIT HOUR APPROVED FOR:

Social Workers
ASWB ACE – 1 CE Credit
New York State Education Department’s State Board for Social Work- 1 Contact Hour
Case Managers
CCMC – 1 Contact Hour
Nurses
California Board of Registered Nursing – 1 Contact Hour
Counselors
NBCC ACEP – 1 Contact Hour
New York State Education Department’s State Board for Mental Health Practitioners – 1 Contact Hour

Please make sure to check with your own state board to ensure the transferability of CE credit for an asynchronous course. Some state boards may place restrictions regarding the modality of training required for ethics credits to be awarded. If this training indicates ethics credits are available, please verify that your state allows them to be earned through an on-demand course format.


ODL 303: LGBTQ+ Health Education and Advocacy Summit: Advancing Expertise in LGBTQ+ Health and Ethical Considerations

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Created on: 10/18/24

Attention New Jersey Social Workers: 

This course is approved for all social workers, including New Jersey. The Board Adopted Amendments: N.J.A.C. 13:44G-6.3, 6.4, and 6.7 Content Areas for Continuing Education Credit on April 15, 2024. This updates the Board’s regulation. This amendment states that  attendance at programs or courses offered by providers approved by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) are now acceptable sources of CE credit. 

At the June 12, 2024 public meeting, the Board voted to allow “any applications submitted, or audits which take place, on or after September 1, 2022” to be able “to submit CE from the sources updated in the new amendment adopted on April 15, 2024.”

For more information please refer to https://www.njconsumeraffairs.gov/sw/Pages/Additional-Information.aspx#CE

Target Audience:

This course is targeted for social workers, case managers, nurses, and counselors.

Overview:

As helping professionals we work with many different patients and clients. LGBTQ+ clients often face unique challenges, and as helping professionals we have an ethical responsibility to understand these challenges and to respond to their unique needs. The LGBTQ+ Health and Advocacy Summit: Advancing Expertise in LGBTQ+ Health is focused on deepening your knowledge and honing advanced skills in LGBTQ+ advocacy. This day will feature expert-led panel discussions and sessions on critical topics such as the intersection of the LGBTQ+ community and HIV/AIDS, issues faced by LGBTQ+ elderly, and topics specific to the transgender community. We will also delve into advanced advocacy strategies, including legislative efforts and the ethical responsibilities of helping professionals. This is an invaluable opportunity for those looking to expand their expertise and make a more profound impact in supporting the LGBTQ+ community.

Course Objectives:

By the end of the session – the participant will be able to:

  •  Analyze the intersection of the LGBTQ+ community and HIV/AIDS to better support affected individuals.
  • Examine issues faced by LGBTQ+ elderly and explore tailored approaches for their care.
  • Investigate advanced topics related to transgender health and rights to enhance specialized support.
  • Discover ways to advocate for LGBTQ+ rights through understanding and engaging in legislative processes.
  • Apply ethical principles in professional practice to ensure inclusive and respectful support for LGBTQ+ clients.

Presenters:

Chase Glenn (he/him), AFFA

Chase Glenn is the Executive Director of the Alliance For Full Acceptance (AFFA), and a highly regarded public speaker, workshop facilitator, and LGBTQ+ community advocate, boasting over 15 years of experience in advocating for LGBTQ-identified children, youth, and adults. Drawing from both professional training and personal experience as a transgender man, Chase delivers impactful education on the lived experiences of LGBTQ+ individuals, as well as best practices for fostering inclusive and affirming spaces. Originally from Illinois, Chase has resided in South Carolina since 2006. He holds a B.A. in Religion from Belmont University and an M.A. in Counseling from Webster University. He is a Furman University Diversity Leaders Initiative Riley Fellow, class of 2018, and an Aspen Institute Liberty Fellow, Class of 2023.

Gabriella Mulder (she/her)

Gabriella Mulder (she/her) is a Training Specialist with Howard Brown Health’s Department of Education in the Center for Education, Research, and Advocacy. Gabi holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of Chicago in Gender and Sexuality Studies and Sociology, and a master’s degree from DePaul University in Women’s and Gender Studies. In her current role, Gabi provides and develops culturally humble, evidence based, interactive trainings on LGBTQ+ health and manages internship placements. She is passionate about gender and sexuality studies, LGBTQ+ health, and fat studies.

Michael (Mike) Elizabeth (they/them), Equality Federation

Mike is the Director of Public Health Policy at Equality Federation. In this role, they work with member organizations to leverage their advocacy capacity to influence state and federal policy while ensuring effective implementation of those policies. They have spent the last 10 years rooted in LGBTQ political and community organizing ranging from LGBTQ policy work with state and local elected officials in Texas to HIV/AIDS advocacy fighting HIV Criminalization laws and for adequate public health funding and culturally competent prevention services. Mike is very proud of their role as former President of the Houston GLBT Political Caucus, growing the organization to be one of the most diverse and largest membership-driven LGBTQ civil rights organizations in the South, which held local elected officials accountable to the LGBTQ community while helping elect pro-LGBTQ candidates.

Dr. Annie Andrews (she/her), Their Future. Our Vote.

Dr. Annie Andrews is a pediatrician and mom, who has dedicated her career to fighting for a brighter future for all children. After working as a pediatrician at children’s hospitals for 15 years, she decided to run for Congress to give children a voice in Washington, D.C.. She was the Democratic nominee in South Carolina’s first congressional district in 2022. She is the CEO and Founder of Their Future. Our Vote., a national non-profit advocacy organization dedicated to advancing a Kids First Agenda, and Their Future PAC, the first ever Political Action Committee working to elect a Kids First Majority to the US House of Representatives. Annie is currently a Clinical Professor of Pediatrics at George Washington University in Washington, D.C., where she cares for children and adolescents at Children’s National Hospital. She is a contributor for The Arena, South Carolina’s only progressive media company. She is a gun violence prevention researcher and community advocate working to reduce the frequency of pediatric firearm injuries. She is also a Senior Advisor to Everytown for Gun Safety and Moms Demand Action.

Panelists: 

Aiko Herbert

Aiko Herbert is a native of South Carolina, is a talented disc jockey and passionate advocate for the trans community. He studied audio and video production at the Art Institute of Atlanta, where he honed his skills in sound and performance. With over 11 years of experience as a DJ, Aiko founded Dj Aiko Finesse LLC, entertaining and catering events across the East Coast. In 2023, Aiko established the organization He Is Me I Am Him, dedicated to building a resource and visibility platform for men of the trans community. Through his work, Aiko combines his love for music with a commitment to advocacy, making a positive impact on the lives of others.

M. Greg Green (he/him), Author, Advocate for Transgender Rights, Transitional Consultant, Diversity, Equality, Justice, Inclusion Conversation Facilitator

M. Greg Green is an author, diversity & inclusion facilitator, Community Health Worker, and community advocate that uses his years of experience as a police officer and firefighter to facilitate and humanize access to public resources while shifting the corporate culture for his communities. As an advocate, corporate trainer, and entrepreneur, he currently serves as the Executive Director of Transgender Awareness Alliance,  CEO of Miskonception LLC, is on the Board of Directors for The Citadel’s African American Alumni Association and is a 2024 Clyburn Fellow.

Greg is a skilled and engaging speaker on transformative public service, trans visibility and awareness in the corporate world, and intersectionality within the LGBTQ+ community. He has spoken in Washington DC with the U.S. Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Prisons, Dorn VA Hospital, Federal Correctional Institution in Edgefield, SC, Federation of Families Summer Summit, The International Conference on Stigma, and many other engagements and keynotes.

Tee Joseph (they/them):

Tee Joseph is a dedicated advocate for marginalized communities, renowned for their unwavering commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Born in the UK and moving to New York at 16, Tee has resided in South Carolina since 2005, where they have focused their career on championing the rights and dignity of underserved populations.

As the Executive Director of the Transgender Awareness Alliance, Tee leads efforts to provide essential aid, resources, and advocacy for the transgender community. They also serve as the CFO and facilitator for Miskonception, creating tailored training programs that promote workplace equity and respect.

Tee is a certified Community Health Worker (CHW) and a Center for Community Health Alignment Ambassador, roles in which they advocate for improved healthcare access and education, particularly for vulnerable groups. Their influence is furthered by their participation as a Families USA Fellow for 2023-2024, contributing to national healthcare policy discussions.

Tee’s work is driven by a core belief in the right of every individual to live freely and express themselves without harm. They are compassionate and dedicated to creating inclusive spaces inspiring with kindness, love, and guidance, to ensure people’s gifts shine. 

Panelists:

Jamie Harper (he/him), Parent

Jamie was born and raised in southern California and moved to the Salt Lake City area of Utah in 2007 for work.  A husband of 31 years, Jamie is married to his high-school sweetheart, Karmel, and is a father of three.  Jamie and Karmel’s youngest son, Forrest (nearly 20 years old), is transgender and they have both supported their son’s transition and journey from when Forrest first came out as gay in February 2019 at the age of 15.  The ongoing support has involved navigating relationships and conversations with family and friends through a very conservative and religious background and community.

Karmel Harper, (she/her), Parent

Karmel grew up in Southern California and married her high school sweetheart, Jamie Harper, in 1993. In 2007, they moved to Salt Lake City, Utah, with their three children. Karmel is the proud mother of Forrest, a 19-year-old transgender man, and has embraced the journey of parenting an LGBTQ+ child since he came out as gay in 2019. That pivotal evening inspired Karmel to seek out local resources, connecting with close friends in the community. She joined Mama Dragons, a Utah-based non-profit that supports and empowers mothers of LGBTQ+ children. Karmel also became actively involved with Encircle, another organization that provides safe spaces for LGBTQ+ youth to access mental health services, participate in social events, and receive peer support. Encircle also provides education and support for parents. These local resources have been instrumental in providing the family with assistance and education for Forrest’s transition – both medically and legally. 

Roxanne Robinson (she/her), Parent

Roxanne is originally from San Francisco, California. She has been married 25 years to her husband (Graeme) who is originally from England. They met through work in Los Angeles, and welcomed fraternal twin girls  in 2000. They then moved to Georgia in 2001 and welcomed their third child (daughter) in 2002. Roxanne stopped working upon having the twins in 2000 since she and Graeme both traveled for work and did not have any family living close by.  She feels fortunate that we were in a position to make that choice for their family.  One of the twins came out as transgender male in 2015 (freshman year of high school).

5 CREDIT HOURS APPROVED FOR:

Social Workers
ASWB ACE – 5 Ethics CEs Credits
New York State Education Department’s State Board for Social Work – 5 Contact Hours
Case Managers
CCMC – 5 Ethics Hours
Nurses
California Board of Registered Nursing – 5 Contact Hours
Counselors –  5 Ethics or 5 Contact Hours*
NBCC ACEP – 5 Contact Hours
New York State Education Department’s State Board for Mental Health Practitioners – 5 Contact Hours

* Some states do not require/accept ethics hours for counselors, for those cases contact hours will be awarded.

Please make sure to check with your own state board to ensure the transferability of CE credit for an asynchronous course. Some state boards may place restrictions regarding the modality of training required for ethics credits to be awarded. If this training indicates ethics credits are available, please verify that your state allows them to be earned through an on-demand course format.

ODL 302: LGBTQ+ Health Education and Advocacy Summit: Foundations for Inclusive Care and Ethical Considerations

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Created on: 10/17/24

Attention New Jersey Social Workers: 

This course is approved for all social workers, including New Jersey. The Board Adopted Amendments: N.J.A.C. 13:44G-6.3, 6.4, and 6.7 Content Areas for Continuing Education Credit on April 15, 2024. This updates the Board’s regulation. This amendment states that  attendance at programs or courses offered by providers approved by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) are now acceptable sources of CE credit. 

At the June 12, 2024 public meeting, the Board voted to allow “any applications submitted, or audits which take place, on or after September 1, 2022” to be able “to submit CE from the sources updated in the new amendment adopted on April 15, 2024.”

For more information please refer to https://www.njconsumeraffairs.gov/sw/Pages/Additional-Information.aspx#CE

Target Audience:

This course is targeted for social workers, case managers, nurses, and counselors.

Overview:

In today’s world, we are expected to trust and connect with our primary health providers when they only have moments to spend with each patient. We are expected to develop trust and rapport in a quick ten minute appointment. The LGBTQ+ Health and Advocacy Summit is designed for helping professionals to gain essential knowledge and skills in supporting and advocating for the LGBTQ+ community. This summit will cover fundamental topics such as LGBTQ+ terminology, health disparities, and effective allyship. Through engaging sessions led by experienced speakers, attendees will learn how to create inclusive and affirming environments in their professional and personal lives. Whether you are new to LGBTQ+ advocacy or looking to strengthen your foundational understanding, this presentation offers valuable insights and practical tools to enhance your impact.

Course Objectives:

By the end of the session – the participant will be able to:

  • Identify basic LGBTQ+ terminology and concepts to improve communication and understanding.
  • Recognize health disparities experienced by LGBTQ+ individuals and explore strategies to address these disparities.
  • Formulate skills for advocating for LGBTQ+ rights and supporting individuals as an effective ally.
  • Examine best practices for creating safe and affirming spaces in various professional settings.
  • Analyze personal stories and professional insights to gain a deeper understanding of the LGBTQ+ experience.
  • Give examples of networking opportunities to build connections and share knowledge with peers.

Presenters:

Fran Hutchins (They/She), Executive Director at Equality Federation

Fran is the Executive Director at Equality Federation, the national strategic partner to state-based organizations working to win equality in the communities we call home. She has been with the Federation since 2012 and has worked on the ground with our partners to build strong organizations, develop tailored strategies, and create data-driven solutions to meet the needs of our movement. Fran’s career has focused on building a strong progressive movement that changes the way we approach some of our most pressing social problems: poverty, homelessness, education, economic inequality, and discrimination. She is especially proud to have served as Regional Field Director for Mainers United for Marriage, the successful 2012 campaign to win marriage for same-sex couples in Maine.

M. Greg Green (He/Him), Author, Advocate for Transgender Rights, Transitional Consultant, Diversity, Equality, Justice, Inclusion Conversation Facilitator

M. Greg Green is an author, diversity & inclusion facilitator, Community Health Worker, and community advocate that uses his years of experience as a police officer and firefighter to facilitate and humanize access to public resources while shifting the corporate culture for his communities. As an advocate, corporate trainer, and entrepreneur, he currently serves as the Executive Director of Transgender Awareness Alliance,  CEO of Miskonception LLC, is on the Board of Directors for The Citadel’s African American Alumni Association and is a 2024 Clyburn Fellow.
Greg is a skilled and engaging speaker on transformative public service, trans visibility and awareness in the corporate world, and intersectionality within the LGBTQ+ community. He has spoken in Washington DC with the U.S. Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Prisons, Dorn VA Hospital, Federal Correctional Institution in Edgefield, SC, Federation of Families Summer Summit, The International Conference on Stigma, and many other engagements and keynotes.

Chandler Massengale (She/They), LISW-CP, We Are Family

Chandler Massengale, a versatile professional in the fields of social work, therapy, advocacy, and a valued member of the WAF family, is recognized for taking on various roles. Their journey commenced as a Registered Behavioral Technician, engaging in Applied Behavior Analysis with children and adolescents on the autism spectrum. This early experience ignited a keen interest in comprehending behavior and recognizing the unique strengths and needs of individuals. Above all, Chandler is dedicated to social justice, service, and upholding integrity in their role as a social worker. Proudly graduated from the College of Charleston with a B.A. in Psychology in 2017, she went on to earn her master’s degree in Social Work from Louisiana State University in 2020. Chandler employs an eclectic therapeutic approach, drawing inspiration from the Systems Perspective and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. Her practice is characterized by a sex-positive, LGBTQIA+ affirming, feminist, and client-centered approach, focusing on the intersection of neurodiversity and queerness. At We Are Family, she owns the Mental Health Assistance Program. A program that provides accessible mental health services for LGBTQI+ youth in South Carolina by connecting them with affirming and knowledgeable therapists for free. Since its creation in 2020, the program has provided over 2,000 hours of free therapy sessions for over 190 youth with a growing network of affirming therapists. Chandler also includes care for the parents of LGBTQI+ youth by co-facilitating a parent support group and play therapy group for elementary aged young people with another affirming therapist in Charleston, SC.

Luca Valentine (They/Them), LMSW, CMFT

Luca is a non-binary provider that serves clients in Georgia. They have both lived and professional experience at the intersection of gender and neurodiversity. Luca graduated with their MSW in 2017 from UGA, has been teaching and training since 2011, and working in mental health since 2013. Luca works in a solo practice providing individual, group, and family therapy as well as occasional in-home services.

Chase Glenn (He/Him), AFFA

Chase Glenn is the Executive Director of the Alliance For Full Acceptance (AFFA), and a highly regarded public speaker, workshop facilitator, and LGBTQ+ community advocate, boasting over 15 years of experience in advocating for LGBTQ-identified children, youth, and adults. Drawing from both professional training and personal experience as a transgender man, Chase delivers impactful education on the lived experiences of LGBTQ+ individuals, as well as best practices for fostering inclusive and affirming spaces. Originally from Illinois, Chase has resided in South Carolina since 2006. He holds a B.A. in Religion from Belmont University and an M.A. in Counseling from Webster University. He is a Furman University Diversity Leaders Initiative Riley Fellow, class of 2018, and an Aspen Institute Liberty Fellow, Class of 2023.

Panelists:

Kendra O’Berry, LCSW, (She/Her) is a graduate of Valdosta State University with her Bachelor’s in English and Master’s degree in Social Work. She is an LCSW and has been working in the medical and mental health fields for most of her career. She is a wife, mother, and travel enthusiast. It is her hope to be able to educate not only her peers but as many in the community as possible of their rights, and how to live their best lives. 

Tucker Duval (He/Him) grew up in Auburn, Georgia. He graduated from the United States Military Academy at West Point in 2012 and served for five years as a US Army Engineer Officer. After leaving active duty in 2017, he joined the National Center for Transgender Equality to advocate for the full inclusion of transgender members of the U.S. Armed Forces. Following a stint in the finance and operations department at NCTE, he returned home to pursue an MBA at the University of Georgia, where he fell in love with Athens and discovered his passion for local government. He now serves as the Treasurer for Athens-Clarke County Unified Government. He lives contentedly near downtown Athens with his spouse, Sarah, and their two dogs and one cat.

Sarah Harbin-Coleman (She/Her/Mx) is a therapist and advocate for LGBTQIA+ communities. She owns Park Circle Counseling, where she practices therapy and trains graduate students in queer and trans competencies for mental health.  She is also a board member for We Are Family. 

Kenya Cummings (They/Them/Theirs) – Kenya is a Black organizer and Healer from the South. They have a deep commitment to the South and South Carolina. Kenya is focused on community building and joy cultivation as the center of their life’s work They are proud to call South Carolina Housing Justice Network their political home. They are a graduate of the University of Kentucky with a Bachelor of Science degree in Family Science with a minor in African American Studies. Kenya is a graduate of Methodist Theological School in Ohio with a Master’s of Divinity.

6 CREDIT HOURS APPROVED FOR:

Social Workers
ASWB ACE – 6 Ethics CEs Credits
New York State Education Department’s State Board for Social Work – 6 Contact Hours
Case Managers
CCMC – 6 Ethics Hours
Nurses
California Board of Registered Nursing – 6 Contact Hours
Counselors –  6 Ethics or 6 Contact Hours*
NBCC ACEP – 6 Contact Hours
New York State Education Department’s State Board for Mental Health Practitioners – 6 Contact Hours

* Some states do not require/accept ethics hours for counselors, for those cases contact hours will be awarded.

Please make sure to check with your own state board to ensure the transferability of CE credit for an asynchronous course. Some state boards may place restrictions regarding the modality of training required for ethics credits to be awarded. If this training indicates ethics credits are available, please verify that your state allows them to be earned through an on-demand course format.

ODL 307:  Ethical and Legal Considerations in Culturally Competent Care

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Created on: 10/17/24

Attention New Jersey Social Workers: 

This course is approved for all social workers, including New Jersey. The Board Adopted Amendments: N.J.A.C. 13:44G-6.3, 6.4, and 6.7 Content Areas for Continuing Education Credit on April 15, 2024. This updates the Board’s regulation. This amendment states that  attendance at programs or courses offered by providers approved by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) are now acceptable sources of CE credit. 

At the June 12, 2024 public meeting, the Board voted to allow “any applications submitted, or audits which take place, on or after September 1, 2022” to be able “to submit CE from the sources updated in the new amendment adopted on April 15, 2024.”

For more information please refer to https://www.njconsumeraffairs.gov/sw/Pages/Additional-Information.aspx#CE

Target Audience:

This course is targeted for social workers, case managers, nurses, and counselors.

Overview:

“Ethical & Legal Considerations in Culturally Competent Elder Care” focuses on the need for culturally sensitive practices in elder care. It addresses cultural competence, emphasizing the importance of understanding and respecting diverse cultural values, beliefs, and customs when interacting with older adults. The concept of cultural humility is introduced as a continuous process of self-reflection and openness to learning. The presentation also explores intersectionality, highlighting how factors such as race, gender, socioeconomic status, and disability intersect to shape unique experiences for older adults, often leading to disparities in care. Additionally, it discusses key ethical principles—like autonomy, justice, and beneficence—and provides legal guidance on topics such as informed consent, advance directives, and elder protection laws, all aimed at delivering ethically and legally sound care that acknowledges the cultural context of aging.

Course Objectives:

By the end of the session, the participant will be able to:

  1. Express an understanding of cultural competence and humility in elder care. 
  2. Discover the impact of intersectionality on the experiences of older adults.
  3. Apply ethical and legal guidelines for culturally competent elder care.

Presenter:

Lisa Bednarz, LCSW, CMAC, ACM-SW, ASW-G

Lisa began her career serving as a community guardian for incapacitated older adults before joining New York-Presbyterian’s distinguished geriatrics team, and ultimately moving fully into healthcare leadership. She has front-line experience navigating the intersection of the healthcare and legal systems and uses this knowledge to educate physicians on ethical issues in gerontology, including capacity assessments and elder abuse. She has developed and implemented screening tools and response protocols to address elder abuse within the acute care setting. Lisa has advanced training in trauma-focused care, family systems, and healthcare management. She is a former Hartford Fellow in Geriatric Mental Health and a former advisor for the Vulnerable Elder Protection Team at Weill Cornell Medical College. Lisa operates a small geriatric care management practice and acts as a consultant and speaker on psychosocial health in the aging population and ethical decision-making in work with cognitively impaired clients. Lisa lives in New York City with her family.

1 CREDIT HOUR APPROVED FOR:

Social Workers
ASWB ACE – 1 Ethics CE Credit
New York State Education Department’s State Board for Social Work – 1 Contact Hour
Case Managers
CCMC – 1 Ethics Hour
Nurses
California Board of Registered Nursing –1 Contact Hour
Counselors – 1 Ethics Hour or 1 Contact Hour*
NBCC ACEP – 1 Contact Hour
New York State Education Department’s State Board for Mental Health Practitioners – 1 Contact Hour

* Some states do not require/accept ethics hours for counselors, for those cases contact hours will be awarded.

Please make sure to check with your own state board to ensure the transferability of CE credit for an asynchronous course. Some state boards may place restrictions regarding the modality of training required for ethics credits to be awarded. If this training indicates ethics credits are available, please verify that your state allows them to be earned through an on-demand course format.

ODL 306: Addressing Health Disparities in Aging Communities

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Created: 10/16/24

Attention New Jersey Social Workers: 

This course is approved for all social workers, including New Jersey. The Board Adopted Amendments: N.J.A.C. 13:44G-6.3, 6.4, and 6.7 Content Areas for Continuing Education Credit on April 15, 2024. This updates the Board’s regulation. This amendment states that  attendance at programs or courses offered by providers approved by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) are now acceptable sources of CE credit. 

At the June 12, 2024 public meeting, the Board voted to allow “any applications submitted, or audits which take place, on or after September 1, 2022” to be able “to submit CE from the sources updated in the new amendment adopted on April 15, 2024.”

For more information please refer to https://www.njconsumeraffairs.gov/sw/Pages/Additional-Information.aspx#CE

Target Audience:

This course is targeted for social workers, case managers, nurses, and counselors.

Overview:

Join Dr. Kalisha Bonds Johnson as she explores the significant health disparities faced by older adults, particularly those from marginalized communities, and discover the emphasis on the role of social determinants of health (SDOH) such as economic stability, healthcare access, and social context. Discover the need for culturally-tailored and adapted interventions that respect individuals’ backgrounds, ensuring more effective, person-centered care is highlighted. The concept of intersectionality is discussed, illustrating how overlapping social identities compound disadvantages in healthcare. Through a case study of an older adult, the presentation demonstrates the practical application of these concepts, while also addressing the ethical responsibility of healthcare professionals to combat disparities by promoting justice, autonomy, and cultural competence in their practice.

Course Objectives:

By the end of the session, the participant will be able to:

  1. Explain and understand health disparities in aging communities by exploring the impact of social determinants of health (SDOH) and their effects on marginalized populations.
  2. Determine culturally-tailored and culturally-adapted interventions to address the unique needs of diverse older adults, ensuring person-centered care that aligns with their cultural backgrounds.
  3. Apply culturally responsive approaches in healthcare settings to promote health equity and improve outcomes for aging adults, while adhering to ethical principles such as justice, autonomy, and beneficence.

Presenter:

Kalisha Bonds Johnson, PhD, RN, PMHNP-BC

Dr. Kalisha Bonds Johnson is an assistant professor at Emory University’s Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing in Atlanta, Georgia, and a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner at Emory University’s Integrated Memory Care, a primary care clinic tailored to the care of persons living with dementia and their families. She is also the Principal Investigator of the DECIDE Research Lab. She graduated from The University of Tennessee at Martin with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, graduated with a Master of Science in Nursing from Vanderbilt University, and graduated with a PhD from Oregon Health & Science University. She completed her postdoctoral training (or training after completing a PhD) at Emory University. Dr. Bonds Johnson’s research focuses on improving health care decision-making processes for Black American persons living with dementia and their family care partners as well as improving the communication between primary care providers and these families. 

1 CREDIT HOUR APPROVED FOR:

Social Workers
ASWB ACE – 1 Ethics CE Credit
New York State Education Department’s State Board for Social Work – 1 Contact Hour
Case Managers
CCMC – 1 Ethics Hour
Nurses
California Board of Registered Nursing – 1 Contact Hour
Counselors – 1 Ethics Hour or 1 Contact Hour*
NBCC ACEP – 1 Contact Hour
New York State Education Department’s State Board for Mental Health Practitioners – 1 Contact Hour

* Some states do not require/accept ethics hours for counselors, for those cases contact hours will be awarded.

Please make sure to check with your own state board to ensure the transferability of CE credit for an asynchronous course. Some state boards may place restrictions regarding the modality of training required for ethics credits to be awarded. If this training indicates ethics credits are available, please verify that your state allows them to be earned through an on-demand course format.