NASW-NY Continuing Education • Social Work and Technology
Live webinar • 3 CEU credits Thursday, October 15, 2026 • 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM Eastern Time (US & Canada)
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NOTE: Part 1 of a 2-Part Series on AI with Dr. Krase (October & November). Each session is a stand-alone offering — participants may register individually.
Workshop Description
Technology has revolutionized access to mental health services for people around the world. However, the ethical challenges presented by the rapid expansion of the use of technology in our field cannot be overstated. The use of artificial intelligence (AI) in mental health practice presents both benefits and significant risks. This session will provide an introductory level of understanding of AI and how it is currently being used in mental health practice, with a significant conversation around the possibilities for the future.
Learning Objectives
At the conclusion of this course, participants will be able to:
- Define "Artificial Intelligence" (AI).
- Explain how AI is currently being used in mental health practice.
- Identify the ethical and legal concerns for using AI in mental health practice.
- Apply a framework to evaluate ethical and legal concerns for the use of AI in mental health practice at a practical and policy level.
Continuing Education
3 CEU credits
This workshop is approved for licensed social workers.
Fees
For Credit
- $45.00NASW-NY Member
- $75.00Other Chapter Members (e.g., NASW-NJ, etc.)
- $90.00Non-Member
No Credit
- $0.00NASW-NY Student and Transitional Member (Non-CE Eligible)
Faculty
Kathryn Krase, Ph.D., J.D., M.S.W.
Kathryn Krase, Ph.D., J.D., M.S.W., Principal Consultant with Krase Consulting, is an expert on professional ethics and the intersection of ethics with legal responsibilities. She has years of experience consulting with government and community-based organizations to develop policy and practice standards.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many CE credits does this course offer?
This course offers 3 CEU credits and runs for 3 hours, from 5:00–8:00 PM ET on Thursday, October 15, 2026.
Who is this course appropriate for?
Clinicians at the Advanced (Expert), Emerging (Beginner), Mid-Career (Intermediate), and Student levels.
What will I learn?
You'll learn to define artificial intelligence (AI), explain how AI is currently used in mental health practice, identify ethical and legal concerns around its use, and apply a framework to evaluate those concerns at a practical and policy level.
How much does this course cost?
For CE credit: $45.00 for NASW-NY members, $75.00 for members of other NASW chapters (e.g., NASW-NJ), and $90.00 for non-members. NASW-NY Student and Transitional Members may attend for $0.00 without CE credit.
Is this course approved for social work continuing education credit in New York State?
Yes. NASW-NY is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Mental Health Practitioners as an approved provider of continuing education for Licensed Social Workers (Provider ID #0014), and this course's 3 CEU credits count toward your general New York CE requirement.
Does this course satisfy New York's mandatory Professional Boundaries or Child Abuse Identification CE requirements?
No. This course covers artificial intelligence in mental health practice and counts toward your general 36-hour New York CE requirement, but it does not satisfy the state's separate mandatory 3-hour Appropriate Professional Boundaries or one-time 2-hour Child Abuse Identification and Reporting requirements.
Do I need to attend both sessions in this AI series?
No. This is Part 1 of a 2-part series with Dr. Kathryn Krase running in October and November. Each session is a stand-alone offering, and participants may register for either or both sessions individually.