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State Approval Information for California

For Professional Counselors, Marriage and Family Therapists, and Educational Psychologists licensed by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences, the board accepts courses by NBCC approved providers. Continued has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7484. To find approved courses, select NBCC from the Association menu.

The California Association for Alcohol/Drug Educators (CAADE) Addiction Counselor Certification Board of California (ACCBC) requires provider approval. Continued is an approved provider #CP40 206 C 0422. To find approved courses, select ACCBC from the Association menu.

The CADTP California SUD Counselor Certification Agency (CADTP) requires provider approval. Continued is an approved provider #241. To find approved courses, select CADTP from the Association menu.

The California Consortium of Addiction Programs and Professionals (CCAPP) requires provider approval. Continued is an approved provider #OS-24-224-0426. To find approved courses, select CCAPP from the Association menu.

For all other professionals, please check with your state board for current requirements. Professionals are responsible for ensuring that they complete courses relevant to their credential and scope of practice.

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Professional Ethics: Code of Conduct and Boundaries Review
Presented by Ryan Kirk, PsyD, MSW, HSPP
Live WebinarFri, Nov 22, 2024 at 3:00 pm EST
Course: #1659Level: Introductory1 Hour
This course explores behavioral health professionals' code of ethics including social workers, psychologists, counselors, and addiction counselors. It describes professional boundaries, what a dual relationship is, and what steps to take if a dual relationship has developed. It identifies appropriate boundaries within both professional relationships and patient-practitioner relationships.

Special Considerations When Working with LGBTQ+ Identified People
Presented by Valerie Velarde, PsyD
VideoAudio
Course: #1828Level: Introductory1 Hour
This course will provide a brief overview of major and unique topics to consider when working with LGBTQ+ People. A cursory overview of major themes will be detailed, including opportunities for assessment and treatment planning.

Working with Patients Undergoing Medically Assisted Therapy: Supervision Standards, Ethical and Diagnostic Considerations, and Clinical Documentation
Presented by Ryan Kirk, PsyD, MSW, HSPP, Katie Kirk, PsyD, LAC
Live WebinarWed, Dec 4, 2024 at 11:00 am EST
Course: #1601Level: Intermediate2 Hours
This course empowers behavioral health clinicians with the necessary skills and ethical competencies for delivering integrated, evidence-based addiction care to patients undergoing medication-assisted treatment (MAT). A focus on confidentiality, MAT and general ethics including HIPAA and CFR 42, and supervision standards are addressed. Participants will explore substance use disorders from a neuroscience perspective, develop counseling best practices within interdisciplinary MAT settings, and cover topics ranging from harm reduction strategies to documentation of medical necessity, aiming to enhance support for individuals managing addiction and dual diagnoses.

Strategies for Treating PTSD Part 2
Presented by Kelli Underwood, MSW, LCSW
Live WebinarFri, Dec 6, 2024 at 3:00 pm EST
Course: #1830Level: Advanced1 Hour
This course dives more deeply into working with fight, flight, freeze, and collapse in PTSD with concrete, effective strategies. In Part 2 participants will gain competency in treating PTSD through video demonstrations and experiential learning.

The Role of the Self in Marriage and Family: Exploring Self-Verification Theory
Presented by Benjamin Ampel, MA, PhD candidate
Live WebinarWed, Dec 11, 2024 at 11:00 am EST
Course: #1831Level: Intermediate2 Hours
This course will delve into the role of the self in marriage and family therapy, with a focus on self-verification theory and its implications for working with married couples and families in a clinical setting. Participants will explore evidence-based strategies for understanding the self within the context of family dynamics. The course will also address how self-verification processes influence relationship dynamics and familial interactions, shedding light on effective therapeutic interventions.

Building Emotional Regulation Skills
Presented by Kelli Underwood, MSW, LCSW
Video
Course: #1824Level: Intermediate1 Hour
This course focuses on enhancing clients' emotional regulation to support them in managing reactivity, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and PTSD. It simplifies polyvagal theory to deepen understanding of nervous system functioning and offers practical tools for therapists to implement body-centered techniques effectively with clients.

Divorce and The Butterfly Effect
Presented by Julie Campbell, PhD, David Schel
Video
Course: #1958Level: Advanced2 Hours
This course explores the evolving family structures and the profound impacts of relationship changes like divorce and cohabitation breakups on children, adolescents, and adults. It integrates historical and cultural contexts to help educators understand and navigate the complexities of their students' diverse family dynamics, benefiting professionals working with youth.

Sociopsychological Effects of Divorce on Adults
Presented by Julie Campbell, PhD, David Schel
Video
Course: #1952Level: Intermediate2 Hours
This course delves into the psychological, social, and environmental impacts experienced by adults during divorce, emphasizing the often-overlooked challenges and complexities of adult adaptation. Understanding these dynamics enhances educators' ability to comprehend and support students' behavioral responses influenced by their parents' divorce, benefiting those working with children and adolescents.

Protective Factors: Sociological and Environmental Impacts to Wellbeing
Presented by Sophie Nathenson, PhD
Video
Course: #1948Level: Intermediate1 Hour
This course provides an overview of evidenced-based social and environmental impacts on behavioral health. Research is presented on interventions that address social conditions to manage and prevent behavioral conditions. Policy recommendations are discussed that have potential to positively impact population health and wellbeing.

A Primer on Non-Medical Prescription Opioid Misuse: Prevalence, Trends, and Clinical Implications
Presented by Christina Marsack-Topolewski, PhD, MSW, LMSW
Video
Course: #1795Level: Introductory2 Hours
This course explores the rising rates of drug overdose deaths, particularly due to non-medical prescription opioids and illicit drugs, emphasizing the crucial role of health and human service professionals in addressing substance misuse and supporting affected individuals. It offers an overview of prevalence, trends, and clinical considerations related to non-medical opioid misuse in the United States, aiming to equip providers with essential insights for effective intervention.

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