BSU School of Social Work
Professional Education Institute
2023 - 24 Workshops & Certificate programs
WORKSHOP/CERTIFICATE INFORMATION
- Workshops are delivered virtually via Zoom and on the BSU campus. Attendance for the entire program is required to earn CEU’s.
- All workshops are $60 with the exception of current supervisors of BSU SSW interns.
- Contact Carol Masshardt at cmasshardt@bridgew.edu for information about certificate cost and dates
Click on the Register button to register for a workshop or certificate program
Psychopharmacology for Older Adults: Benefits and Dilemmas
Nov. 3, 2023
9 am – 12 pm (in-person on BSU campus)
The workshop will provide an overview of the potential benefits and side effects of medications prescribed for older adults, engaging the client collaboratively in decision-making, and special issues in working with systems and families.
Presenter: Susan Rouse, RN, CS, MS, and Gayle Clark, LICSW
Trauma Informed Casework
Jan. 19, 2024
9 am-12 pm (via Zoom)
The workshop will describe the principles of Trauma Informed Work, and intervention strategies that address underlying trauma. Incorporating self-care and establishing trauma sensitive environments will be explored. Intended for those in all practice sites.
Presenter: Denise Howley, PH. D, LICSW
Postpartum Depression: Assessment and Treatment
Feb. 9, 2024
9:30 am – 12 pm (via Zoom) (2.5 CEU’s)
The workshop will identify 3 aspects of perinatal emotional complications: scope, risk factors and treatment options; explain how to utilize the Edinburg Postnatal Depression Scale and learn 3 aspects of postpartum planning and resources.
Presenter: Mara Acel-Green, LICSW
Gambling: Impact, Assessment and Intervention
Mar. 8, 2024
9 am – 12 pm. Details TBA
Certificate Programs
The cost for certificate programs is $575
Trauma Informed Child Welfare (DCF only)
Oct. 3, 10, 17, 24, 31; Nov. 7, 14, 21, 28; Dec. 5, 12, 2023
6 -8:30 pm (via Zoom (30 CEU’s in social work at completion)
Instructor: Denise Howley, PH. D
Substance Use Disorders: Assessment and Treatment Strategies with Teens and Adults
January 10, 17, 24, 31; Feb 7, 14, 2024
6 -8:30 pm (via Zoom) (18 CEU’s in social work)
The six-week program will address the range of substance use disorders, assessment and treatment strategies, issues of equity and inclusion, working with families and systems. Intended for those working or planning to work with clients in a range of settings.
Instructors: Taylor Hall, PH. D; Leslie Green, LICSW, David Selden, LICSW
Supervision for Child Welfare (DCF only)
Jan. 30, Feb. 6, 13, 27; March 12, 26; April 9, 23; May 7, 21; June 4, 2024
6 - 8:30 pm (30 CEU’s in social work at completion)
Instructor: Gary Calhoun, PH. D