Coping with Functional Loss and Environmental Changes

This webinar focuses on the impact of functional losses and environmental changes experienced throughout the aging process and the varied coping responses that are possible. Attention will be given to productive and unproductive coping mechanisms. The impact of demographic factors (gender, race, ethnicity, socio-economic status) on the use and results of various coping strategies will be examined. Interventions which help aging adults cope with functional losses and environmental changes will be emphasized. [Required for Basic Gerontology Certificate Program]

Fee: $120.00
Continuing Ed. Hours (CEH): 6.0 General

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Instructor: Lauren Snedeker, DSW, MSW Date: Wednesday, January 17, 2024 and Wednesday, January 24, 2024 Time: 9:30 am - 12:30 pm ET Location: Live Interactive Online Webinar More Details

Gender Diversity Level III - Treatment of Gender Dysphoria

It is highly recommended to take this training only after taking Gender Diversity Level II - Overview of a Model for Assessment and Treatment.

This training utilizes specific learning about sub-types of gender dysphoria and other relevant experiences common to transgender clients presented in the Level II webinar to inform Dr. Sasso's treatment model. The model is based on Dr. Sasso's work with the transgender population across the lifespan, using an in-depth assessment of gender dysphoria, expanded developmental history, and assessment of internal gender distress as well as environmental stressors to inform treatment decisions. This webinar provides in-depth case examples of clients of varying ages with diverse gender-related treatment needs. It covers differential diagnosis between primary mental health conditions, impacts of minority stress, and gender dysphoria and discusses the need and process for frequent re-assessment. It provides examples of working with clients with more than one source of minority stress (intersectional identities), working with a medical care team, as well as with families of transgender youth and young adults.

This webinar is the final of a 3-part series.

Learners are recommended to take Level I and Level II or has a strong subject knowledge in this area, before attending Level III.

Fee: $60.00
Continuing Ed. Hours (CEH): 2.0 Clinical, 1.0 Social & Cultural Competence

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Instructor: Del Sasso, PsyD Date: Friday, December 8, 2023 Time: 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET Location: Live Interactive Online Webinar More Details

Incorporating Cultural Competence into Ethical Decision Making

This interactive webinar will explore several different perspectives regarding ethical decision making. It will examine the role of cultural competence in making ethical decisions and outline how the social worker can synthesize ethical decision making and cultural competence into their practice. The workshop will utilize varied learning methods including short lectures, discussions and case examples. By the end of the webinar, participants will be able to identify cultural competence issues in several areas of their work and how to apply ethical decision making models to guide their practice.

*This webinar does not qualify for NBCC clock hours in ethics for Licensed Professional Counselors

Fee: $100.00
Continuing Ed. Hours (CEH): 2.5 Social & Cultural Competence, 2.5 Ethics

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Instructor: Robert Hazlett, MSW, PhD Date: Thursday, December 14, 2023 Time: 9:30 am - 3:00 pm ET Location: Live Interactive Online Webinar More Details

Managing Family Dynamics in Caring for Older Adults

As individuals continue to live longer lives, they many need increased supports from family members and the community. This webinar will describe and discuss the multiple dimensions of family responses to caregiving for an aging relative. This will include an exploration of the challenges of potential sibling conflict, the role of marital partners, grandchildren and others in providing care for an elderly relative. Using case examples, this webinar will teach professionals how to identify family patterns and identify interventions that can help provide strategies for families so they can develop a productive working relationship and a course of action for care of their older adult family member. [Elective for Gerontology Certificate Program]

Fee: $60.00
Continuing Ed. Hours (CEH): 3.0 Social & Cultural Competence

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Instructor: Linda Meisel, LCSW Date: Tuesday, December 12, 2023 Time: 9:30 am - 12:30 pm ET Location: Live Interactive Online Webinar More Details

Practical Case Management with Older Adult Clients

Case Management practice is based on two important principles. The first involves respect and support for independence. The second involves the principle of using the least restrictive alternative in helping clients with lifestyle changes. You will learn practical skills such as: 1) making realistic plans with the client; 2) determining the frequency and nature of client contacts needed to implement the case plan; 3) using existing support systems; 4) addressing cultural and ethnic factors; 5) ongoing assessment; 6) networking effectively with other agencies; 7) clarifying respective roles; and 8) scheduling case management time and case recording. [Required for Basic Gerontology Certificate Program]

Fee: $60.00
Continuing Ed. Hours (CEH): 3.0 General

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Instructor: Robin Wiley, DSW, LCSW Date: Thursday, February 15, 2024 Time: 9:30 am - 12:30 pm ET Location: Live Interactive Online Webinar More Details

Rethinking Therapeutic Approaches with Older Adults

Most therapeutic approaches assume all adults are the same regardless of where they are in the lifespan. However, we know that older adults are a distinct population with specific needs and challenges. This webinar will provide a brief historical perspective of best practices used with older adults with and then focus on new knowledge that addresses the mental health needs of the older adult population. We will also discuss the various mental health and behavioral concerns uniquely experienced by older adults. [Elective for Gerontology Certificate Program]

Fee: $60.00
Continuing Ed. Hours (CEH): 3.0 Social & Cultural Competence

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Instructor: Robin Wiley, DSW, LCSW Date: Friday, March 15, 2024 Time: 9:30 am - 12:30 pm ET Location: Live Interactive Online Webinar More Details

Understanding the Immigration Process and Supporting Immigrant Families through Traumatic Experiences

Immigrants experience trauma on their journey arriving and settling in the United States. They experience stress related to acculturation, discrimination, employment, legal status and potential deportation, language acquisition, and separation from family and community of origin. Immigrants also experience loss of family, friends, professional status, language, culture, and sense of belonging. This workshop reviews the immigration process, traumatic experiences associated with immigration, and common issues such as family separation and reattachment. It will provide a trauma-focused lens for working with this population. Techniques to engage and work with immigrants are discussed throughout the workshop.

Fee: $60.00
Continuing Ed. Hours (CEH): 1.0 Clinical, 2.0 Social & Cultural Competence

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Instructor: Natalie Contreras, MA, LPC Date: Tuesday, February 6, 2024 and Wednesday, February 7, 2024 Time: 9:30 am - 12:30 pm ET Location: Live Interactive Online Webinar More Details