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State Approval Information for Minnesota

The Minnesota Board of Social Work accepts courses by ASWB ACE Providers. Continued Social Work is approved to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program (provider #1742). 

For all other professionals, please check with your state board for current requirements.

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Personality Pathways to Substance Abuse: Understanding Traits, Risks, and Treatment
Presented by Benjamin Ampel, MA, PhD candidate
Live WebinarFri, May 30, 2025 at 11:00 am EDT
Course: #2505Level: Introductory1 Hour
This course examines how the formation of personality traits like sensation seeking, BIS/BAS orientation, and hemispheric lateralization contributes to substance abuse. It explores the underlying causes of these traits and their influence on substance use patterns, as well as the challenges they pose for treatment and prognosis. Participants will gain insight into how personality development impacts the course of substance abuse disorders and the effectiveness of various treatment strategies.

Florida Laws and Rules
Presented by Ryan Kirk, PsyD, MSW, HSPP
Video
Course: #2488Level: Introductory3 Hours
This 3-hour course is designed to meet the continuing education requirements for licensed behavioral health professionals in Florida, including social workers, psychologists, and licensed counselors. The course will provide an in-depth understanding of Florida’s legal and ethical requirements, focusing on Chapters 456 and 491, and other relevant statutes governing clinical practice. Participants will explore recent legislative changes, confidentiality standards, mandatory reporting requirements, and best practices for maintaining professional boundaries. Special emphasis will be placed on cultural competence and ethical considerations when working with diverse populations. The course will also address risk management strategies and scenarios involving high-risk situations, including suicidal ideation and dual relationships. Changes to telehealth standards are addressed.

What to Know when Supervising Staff & Volunteers
Presented by Christina Marsack-Topolewski, PhD, MSW, LMSW
Live WebinarMon, Jun 2, 2025 at 2:00 pm EDT
Course: #2507Level: Introductory1 Hour
Supervising staff and volunteers can provide many mutually beneficial rewards but can be met with both challenges and unique scenarios. Providing a framework and organization to your approach as a supervisor can be helpful for staff, but also for you as a supervisor. This course provides information regarding understanding yourself as a supervisor (or supervisee), best practices in supervision, and other considerations to provide support.

Treating Depression and Anxiety in Emotionally Parentified Adults: Addressing Relational Difficulties and Reducing Shame
Presented by Lauren Dennelly, PhD, MSW, LCSW
Live WebinarWed, Jun 18, 2025 at 11:00 am EDT
Course: #2506Level: Intermediate1 Hour
This course highlights the specific clinical presentation of emotionally parentified adults who experience symptoms of MDD and/or GAD. In addition, this course explores strategies to address the associated relational difficulties this population faces.

Protecting Vulnerable Populations: Human Trafficking Identification for Health Professionals
Presented by Sophie Nathenson, PhD
Live WebinarFri, Jul 18, 2025 at 11:00 am EDT
Course: #2508Level: Introductory1 Hour
This course equips behavioral health clinicians with the knowledge and skills necessary to identify and support victims of human trafficking, in compliance with Michigan's Administrative Rule 338.2929. Participants will explore the various types and venues of human trafficking in the United States, learn to recognize warning signs in healthcare settings for both adults and minors, and become familiar with resources for reporting suspected cases.

Anticipating, Preparing, and Responding to School Crises
Presented by Stephanie Carnes, PhD, MSW, LCSW, LL.M
VideoAudio
Course: #2283Level: Intermediate1 Hour
Helping professionals in schools are increasingly tasked with possessing in-depth knowledge of clinical topics and having competence around school threats and crises, such as mental health emergencies, natural disasters, and violence. This course explores crisis response best practices and collaborative procedures. Additionally, participants will examine how this expanded role for helping professionals in schools and persistent concerns about safety in schools affects students and helps professional well-being.

Military Sexual Trauma: Gender, Mental Health Outcomes, and Clinical Interventions
Presented by Giselle Levin, PsyD
VideoAudio
Course: #2282Level: Introductory1 Hour
The reported incidence of military sexual trauma has increased significantly in recent years, prompting investigation into systematic failures within the U.S. military. This course explores intersections with gender, its impact on mental health outcomes, and common clinical presentations seen in veterans with military sexual trauma. It identifies clinical interventions for working with veterans who have experienced sexual abuse during their service.

How Childhood Abuse Impacts Adult Relationships
Presented by Kaytlyn Gillis, MSW, LCSW-BACS
Live WebinarMon, Jul 28, 2025 at 3:00 pm EDT
Course: #2509Level: Introductory1 Hour
This course explores the effects of childhood abuse on adult relationships, examining how early trauma in one's family of origin shapes interpersonal dynamics and attachment styles. Participants will learn about the psychological and emotional challenges faced by survivors, as well as strategies for fostering healthy relationships. Through case studies and group discussions, attendees will develop insights into promoting healing and resilience in individuals navigating the impact of past abuse. Mandated reporting and abuse/neglect will be explored.

Strategies for Treating PTSD Part 2
Presented by Kelli Underwood, MSW, LCSW
Video
Course: #2486Level: 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.

Suicide Prevention for Health Professionals: Screening, Referrals, and Veterans Issues
Presented by Ryan Kirk, PsyD, MSW, HSPP
Video
Course: #2471Level: Introductory2 Hours
This course is designed for health professionals to deepen their understanding of suicide screening and referrals, with a specific focus on the veteran population. Participants will learn to identify and describe essential suicide screening and assessment tools to aid in early identification and intervention. The course will also cover critical risk factors, warning signs, and effective prevention strategies tailored to the unique needs of veterans. Additionally, key considerations for making informed and effective suicide referrals as part of a comprehensive suicide prevention program will be explored. Through this training, health professionals will be equipped with practical knowledge and strategies to support individuals at risk and make meaningful impacts in suicide prevention efforts.

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