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NASW Events Calendar

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NASW's national office and chapters offer a variety of events to members and non-members, including conferences, webinars, town halls, Q&A sessions, and more.

Please note: Be aware when registering for continuing education events that NASW accreditation does not imply automatic acceptance by all State Boards. Individuals should check with their licensing Board whether a specific program will be accepted for continuing education purposes.

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Interstate Licensure Compact: National Stakeholder Review Session #1

7/26/2022

Interstate Licensure Compact: National Stakeholder Review Session #1

5:30 - 7 pm ET
Join this live session on NASW’s Facebook page to review the draft legislation with CSG representatives and hear analysis and reflections from NASW leaders with a national perspective.
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Supporting Afghan Evacuees in U.S. Resettlement Through a Social Work Lens

7/27/2022 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Supporting Afghan Evacuees in U.S. Resettlement Through a Social Work Lens

1 - 2:30 pm ET | CE credits: 1.5 Social Work

Learn about opportunities for social workers to play a role in supporting Afghan resettlement and resources to support social workers in these efforts.

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Reproductive Decision Making with Clients: Where Are We Now?

7/28/2022 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Reproductive Decision Making with Clients: Where Are We Now?

1-2 p.m.
Presenter : Melissa Bell, Ph.D., L.S.W.

CEs: 1 Social Work contact hour

In light of potential changes in reproductive health policies, this webinar will present challenges, options, and strategies to empower social work clients with their reproductive decision making (RDM). Presenters will discuss the use of a case-based model which is adaptable to the wants and needs of their clients and their communities.
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See My Color: Why Racial Colorblindness is Unethical

8/1/2022

See My Color: Why Racial Colorblindness is Unethical

1 - 4 pm ET

As a counselor, not only is it unrealistic to be racially colorblind, it is dangerous and does more harm than good. If you don't see my color, you can't see me. And if you can't see me, how can you empathize with my racial experiences, accept my whole being and validate my perspectives? During this training, participants will be introduced to racial colorblindness as a type of microaggression, and how to address this within practice settings and personal life.
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The Ethics of Care: Moving Social Workers from Charity to Solidarity

8/3/2022

The Ethics of Care: Moving Social Workers from Charity to Solidarity

6 - 8 pm ET

Through lecture and group discussion led by experienced community organizers, social work practitioners will consider internalization of the social work code of ethics, by considering models of the National Association of Black Social Workers and applying anti-racist systems theory as expressed by Ibram Kendi (and expanded by Dr. Jessica Pryce).
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End of Summer Mini Series

8/3/2022

End of Summer Mini Series

Wednesdays in August from 6 p.m.-7 p.m.

This series offers lectures with dynamic presenters and topics that include how to obtain employment online, international and contract travel social work, maximizing your billing in private practice, all things credentials, and more.
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Ethical Considerations on the State of Social Work Practice in 2022

8/4/2022

Ethical Considerations on the State of Social Work Practice in 2022

9 a.m.-Noon

The chapter's Ethics Committee will address questions about the state of social work practice in Michigan today.
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How to Access Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

8/4/2022 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

How to Access Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

12 pm ET

Join NASW and the Student Borrower Protection Center for a webinar highlighting updates to the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)v program, guidance on how to navigate the new process, and get answers to your questions about accessing student debt relief.

Register for "How to Access PSLF"
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Seasoned and Retired Social Workers Special Interest Group Meeting

8/8/2022

Seasoned and Retired Social Workers Special Interest Group Meeting

Second Monday of the month | 6 p.m.

The Seasoned and Retired Social Worker Peer Support Group is a place of support and an opportunity to collaborate, connect, and discuss topics such as retirement, mentorship, advanced practice, the changing profession, and more.
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Town Hall: Social Work and the Fall of Roe v. Wade

8/8/2022

Town Hall: Social Work and the Fall of Roe v. Wade

6 p.m.

We continue to hear from social workers about how the fall of Roe is impacting them personally and professionally. It is necessary to amplify the needs of social workers, clients, & communities while we develop resources and support systems to navigate this time.
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End of Summer Mini Series

8/10/2022

End of Summer Mini Series

Wednesdays in August from 6 p.m.-7 p.m.

This series offers lectures with dynamic presenters and topics that include how to obtain employment online, international and contract travel social work, maximizing your billing in private practice, all things credentials, and more.
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Health Narratives to Support Social Work Practice

8/12/2022

Health Narratives to Support Social Work Practice

4 p.m.-6 p.m.

In this two-hour workshop, we will explore how first-person health narratives (i.e., "real" stories) can be used to support and strengthen social work practice.
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End of Summer Mini Series

8/17/2022

End of Summer Mini Series

Wednesdays in August from 6 p.m.-7 p.m.

This series offers lectures with dynamic presenters and topics that include how to obtain employment online, international and contract travel social work, maximizing your billing in private practice, all things credentials, and more.
Read more

Managing Student Social Work Debt: What You Need to Know in 2022

8/18/2022 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Managing Student Social Work Debt: What You Need to Know in 2022

NASW has partnered with Savi, a student loan technology company, to provide our members with access to resources and expertise to better understand, manage, and repay student loan debt. This student series webinar will to provide up to date information from our partner SAVI on how you can lower your student loan payments and possibly qualify to have part of your student debt forgiven.
Read more

Suicide Prevention: Black Youth Lives Matter Too!

8/19/2022

Suicide Prevention: Black Youth Lives Matter Too!

1 p.m.-4 p.m.

In the last several decades, suicide attempts among black adolescents has increased by 73% while attempts among white youth have decreased. Why aren't we sounding the alarm and doing more to raise awareness of this crisis?

During this workshop we will discuss the additional challenges faced by black youth, explore strategies to break down barriers, increase cultural competency amongst providers and the role of racial socialization as a protective strategy in reducing suicide attempts amongst black youth.
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Historical Perspectives of Telehealth and Its Usage by Private Practitioners Today

8/19/2022 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Historical Perspectives of Telehealth and Its Usage by Private Practitioners Today

Presenter: Mirean Coleman, NASW Clinical Manager
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End of Summer Mini Series

8/24/2022

End of Summer Mini Series

Wednesdays in August from 6 p.m.-7 p.m.

This series offers lectures with dynamic presenters and topics that include how to obtain employment online, international and contract travel social work, maximizing your billing in private practice, all things credentials, and more.
Read more

The Intersections of HIV and Substance Use Disorders

8/25/2022

The Intersections of HIV and Substance Use Disorders

1 - 4 p.m.

Using the ASAM Criteria as the foundation of efforts to improve treatment for substance use disorder amongst the HIV population, social workers will be able to (1) understand acute intoxication and withdrawal potential amongst the HIV population; (2) explore and assess the biomedical conditions and complications faced by the HIV population; (3) assess emotional, behavioral, or cognitive conditions and complications; (4) understand and assess the stages of change; (5) assess relapse, continued use, or continued problem potential amongst the HIV population; and (6) assess how environmental factors such as living arrangements and social support systems impact recovery.
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Clinical ASWB Exam Prep Training

8/26/2022

Clinical ASWB Exam Prep Training

Noon-7:30 p.m. ET

Learn the content and strategies to pass the Clinical ASWB exam for social work licensing. This one-day workshop will walk social workers through the necessary steps to pass the ASWB exam and reduce test anxiety.
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Pain Management: Differentiation between Physiological Dependency and Substance Use Disorder. Prevention and Intervention

8/30/2022 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Pain Management: Differentiation between Physiological Dependency and Substance Use Disorder. Prevention and Intervention

Presenter: Jennifer Kljajic, LCSW

CEs: 1.5 Substance Use Disorder

The opioid epidemic is the most serious public health issue our country is facing today. Currently, we are all more likely to lose someone close to us to opioids than a car accident. In this training, Jennifer Kljajic, LCSW and Director of Therapy will differentiate between “As Prescribed” Physiological Dependency and Substance Use Disorder as well prevention and interventions.

Cost: SPS Members: Free / Non-SPS NASW Members: $20 / Non-NASW Member: $30 Read more

Interstate Licensure Compact: National Stakeholder Review Session #2

8/31/2022

Interstate Licensure Compact: National Stakeholder Review Session #2

5:30 - 7 pm ET
Join this live session on NASW’s Facebook page to review the draft legislation with CSG representatives and hear analysis and reflections from NASW leaders with a national perspective.
Read more

Looking for CEs?

NASW's Social Work Online CE Institute offers live and recorded webinars to keep your continuing education on track.

Visit the Social Work Online CE Institute >>

Upcoming events

Town Hall: Social Work and the Fall of Roe v. Wade (8/8/2022)
8/8/2022

Town Hall: Social Work and the Fall of Roe v. Wade

6 p.m.

We continue to hear from social workers about how the fall of Roe is impacting them personally and professionally. It is necessary to amplify the needs of social workers, clients, & communities while we develop resources and support systems to navigate this time.
Read more
End of Summer Mini Series (8/10/2022)
8/10/2022

End of Summer Mini Series

Wednesdays in August from 6 p.m.-7 p.m.

This series offers lectures with dynamic presenters and topics that include how to obtain employment online, international and contract travel social work, maximizing your billing in private practice, all things credentials, and more.
Read more
Health Narratives to Support Social Work Practice (8/12/2022)
8/12/2022

Health Narratives to Support Social Work Practice

4 p.m.-6 p.m.

In this two-hour workshop, we will explore how first-person health narratives (i.e., "real" stories) can be used to support and strengthen social work practice.
Read more
Managing Student Social Work Debt: What You Need to Know in 2022 (8/18/2022 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM)
8/18/2022 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Managing Student Social Work Debt: What You Need to Know in 2022

NASW has partnered with Savi, a student loan technology company, to provide our members with access to resources and expertise to better understand, manage, and repay student loan debt. This student series webinar will to provide up to date information from our partner SAVI on how you can lower your student loan payments and possibly qualify to have part of your student debt forgiven.
Read more
Suicide Prevention: Black Youth Lives Matter Too! (8/19/2022)
8/19/2022

Suicide Prevention: Black Youth Lives Matter Too!

1 p.m.-4 p.m.

In the last several decades, suicide attempts among black adolescents has increased by 73% while attempts among white youth have decreased. Why aren't we sounding the alarm and doing more to raise awareness of this crisis?

During this workshop we will discuss the additional challenges faced by black youth, explore strategies to break down barriers, increase cultural competency amongst providers and the role of racial socialization as a protective strategy in reducing suicide attempts amongst black youth.
Read more
Historical Perspectives of Telehealth and Its Usage by Private Practitioners Today (8/19/2022 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM)
8/19/2022 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Historical Perspectives of Telehealth and Its Usage by Private Practitioners Today

Presenter: Mirean Coleman, NASW Clinical Manager
Read more