UBuffalo Social Work Continuing Education

09/05/2024

Please consider taking part in this new research initiative. Your voices are important.

Do you work in mental health, , counseling or other aspects of behavioral health in Erie County, NY? If so, please share your thoughts about violent extremism in your professional practice for a new study.

Any practicing psychologist, psychiatrist, social worker or other mental health counselor in Erie County is eligible to participate, and you will receive a $30 Target gift card to thank you for your time.

Access the survey here: https://redcap.link/xk9df6jq

07/15/2024

We have been getting many questions about the new New York State required continuing education courses. As of today, here are the current requirements.
Boundaries and the updated mandated reporting. 3 CEs of boundaries every registration period. One time completion of the updated mandatory reporting before April 1, 2025.
UB SSW UBuffalo Social Work Continuing Education has a combo course meeting both the boundaries and mandated reporting requirements on July 24th that will include CEs for all. It is being sponsored thorugh an OMH grant and limited seats are available for a low registration fee. Training Information: https://ubswce.ce21.com/.../72424-culturally-competent. In-Person and online options available.
You can also take the mandated reporter training self paced with no CEs for free from OCFS. UB hosts boundaries trainings every few months and is working on the fall options.

More information about the grant can be found here: https://socialwork.buffalo.edu/continuing-education/training-registration/EBP-mental-health.html

04/25/2024

We are excited to announce a special offer for you! When you register for any live in-person or live online course from our catalog, you can add a free course on Gun Violence Risk Reduction to your registration.

Here's how it works:
🔹 Browse our Catalog: Check out our diverse selection of live in-person and live online courses on our website.
🔹 Select a Course: Choose the course that best fits your interests and professional development needs.
🔹 Register for Both Courses: From the description page of your selected course, select the free add on course, "Engaging Social Workers to Intervene & Reduce Gun Violence Risk," and proceed to add both to your cart.

This free add-on course is designed to introduce you to research and resources newly available for increasing professional knowledge and skills to address exposure to fi****ms with clients. It’s an essential topic for any mental health professional committed to making a difference in the community.
Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to expand your knowledge and impact! This offer is valid for a limited time.

04/17/2024

In this engaging workshop, mental health providers will develop essential competency, skills, and knowledge to foster open dialogue with their clients about sexual desire, pleasure, intimacy, relationships, and related concerns. The material is applicable for adult (18+) clients and will address clients who struggle with their desire and sexuality, clients who want to improve communication with partners about the topic, and clients who want to connect with themselves and increase their sexual desire.

🔹 Trainer Shay Kahani, LCSW, LISW, CST
🔹 Live Online OR Live In-Person
🔹 Friday, May 31 from 9 am to 3 pm
🔹 This course includes 1 content hour that meets the NYSED requirement for boundaries continuing education for social workers (LMSW/LCSW), mental health professionals (LMHC, LMFT, LCAT), and Psychologists (PSY).

Register today at https://ubswce.ce21.com/item/navigating-sexual-desire-conversations-therapeutic-practice-live-online-127200

04/15/2024

Join us for a 3-session, live online webinar. Gain the confidence, skills, and knowledge that will prepare you for the LMSW and LCSW state licensing exams. Elevate your problem-solving abilities with critical thinking techniques designed to improve your decision-making under pressure.

🔹Trainer Meagan Mitchell, LICSW
🔹Saturday, June 1 from 10 am - 12 pm
🔹Saturday, June 15 from 10 am - 12 pm
🔹Saturday, June 29 from 10 am - 12 pm

Register today at https://ubswce.ce21.com/item/lmsw-lcsw-licensing-exam-preparation-program-live-online-127336

03/28/2024

Get ready to enrich your knowledge this summer! We are thrilled to announce our upcoming summer multi-day courses. Take advantage of our early bird prices available until 03/31! We offer convenient, flexible payment plans to help make your learning accessible and stress-free.

Our upcoming summer courses include:
🔹Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Certificate Program for Child & Adolescent Mental Health Disorders
🔹Advancements in Trauma Psychotherapies: An Exploration of EMDR Therapy and Other Approaches
🔹Schema Focused Therapy for Trauma-genic, Personality, and Co-Occurring Disorders: Understanding Lifetraps
🔹Serious Illness – A Grief and Loss Perspective
🔹Acceptance and Commitment Therapy: An Introductory Course
🔹Assessing Lethality

Learn more about our available summer courses and register today: https://ubswce.ce21.com/

03/26/2024

🔹A Healing Journey from Trauma to Resiliency in the Community of Person's With a Disability
🔹Monday, May 6, 2024 from 9:00am to 4:00pm EST
🔹Trainer: Kriss Jarecki, LCSW-R
🔹Live online interactive webinar
🔹This course includes 6 NYSED contact hours

20% of the population identifies as having some form of disability, making this group one of the largest minorities. We invite you to attend our live online webinar where we'll discuss the intersection of trauma and disability. The risk of co-occurring mental health conditions, addictions, and abuse among people with disabilities is 2-4 times higher than the non-disabled population. Let's discuss the cultural norms, terminology, evaluation, and effective treatment modalities when working with the disabled.

⭐Join us to explore effective trauma treatment methods when working with the disabled community: https://ubswce.ce21.com/item/a-healing-journey-trauma-resiliency-community-persons-disability-live-online-126783

To learn more about the program, watch Kriss's full video here: https://youtu.be/ZeFLVK3dVe0

03/19/2024

Lawmakers in 22 states are working to establish common, multistate social work licenses. The change aims to address behavioral health workforce shortages and improve access to mental health care across state lines. The Social Work Licensure Compact has gained traction in 2024 but some states, including New York, are hesitant to join.

Read the full article to learn more about the Social Work Licensure Compact: https://news.bloomberglaw.com/health-law-and-business/states-pursue-single-social-work-license-to-boost-labor-supply

03/14/2024

🔹Signs of Connection: A Journey into the Transformative Power of ASL for Child Mental Health and Development
🔹Thursday, April 11, 2024 from 9:00am to 4:00pm EST
🔹Trainers: Michael S. Hubler, Ed.D, Lillian I. Hubler
🔹Live online interactive webinar
🔹This course includes the 3 content hours for the NYSED Boundaries requirement for LMSW/LCSW, LMHC, LMFT, LCAT, and PSY, and the 3 Ethics hours for PSY

Explore the enriching world of American Sign Language (ASL) and its significant role in the cognitive, emotional, and social development of children in our immersive, interactive webinar. ASL can be used as a transformative tool for nurturing deeper connections and facilitating effective communication, even for children with
verbal communication challenges. Learn how ASL can be used to enhance relationships, foster positive expression, and develop self-regulating behaviors.

⭐Register today to learn about ASL and using it effectively when working with children in practice: https://ubswce.ce21.com/item/signs-connection-journey-transformative-power-asl-child-mental-health-development-125135

03/07/2024

What was once science fiction is now science fact. As facial recognition technology made its way into our daily live, we encounter it everywhere from smart phone security to law enforcement. Recently, a number of wrongful arrests have raised questions about the impact of facial recognition on innocent lives. Now that the overlooked complexities come to light, it's up to social workers to advocate for transparency, consent, and equity in the use of this technology.

Read the full article about the implications and concerns regarding facial recognition technology: https://www.socialworker.com/feature-articles/technology-articles/facing-up-facial-recognition/

03/05/2024

In honor of National School Social Work Week, we would like to recognize the incredible social impact of social workers in our community.

Kim M. Jones is a dedicated school social worker at the Buffalo Academy for Visual and Performing Arts, only minutes away from the Tops Supermarket where a horrific shooting shook the community in May 2022. Kim Jones responded by offering support and therapy to students affected by the tragedy, necessary to help the community heal.

⭐Learn more about Kim Jones and her contributions to the Buffalo community: https://www.nysut.org/news/2024/february/social-worker

03/04/2024

🔹Social Work Loan Forgiveness: Town Hall & Data Collection
🔹Monday, March 4, 2024 at 6:00pm EST
🔹Live on Zoom

The burden of student loan debt can hinder the ability of social workers to serve our community effectively. Share your ideas and experiences as we brainstorm about the possibility of providing student loan forgiveness to eligible applicants, particularly those who are economically disadvantaged.

⭐Join NASW-NYS on Zoom to participate in the discussion or share your story. Let's work toward breaking down barriers and empowering social workers to make an even greater impact. Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEqfuigpzIpGNbngLPJGDZd-dckFkkYuYeH #/registration