Continuing Education

This introductory course will equip participants with the knowledge and skills to effectively support military personnel and veterans in addressing and treating trauma. Attendees will learn about the five most widely used PTSD assessments and how these tools can guide the development of effective treatment plans. Learn about the most common trauma interventions used when working with the military/veteran populations. The webinar will also address common stigmas and barriers to care within military culture, such as concerns about career impact and perceptions of weakness. To enhance cultural competency, participants will be introduced to the structure, mission, and values of military service organizations. Finally, the course will highlight community-based resources available in New York State to further support military and veteran clients.

This continuing education course will provide an overview of ableism through an intersectional lens, exploring how it manifests on an individual and a systemic level. Participants will learn to identify the different types of ableism and their impact on the development of U.S. social policy and the collective mental health of the estimated 1 in 4 Americans with disabilities.

NOTE: FREE CE for NASW-NY members. In collaboration with NASW-NY C.A.R.E.S. Social Work Month Series

Mental & behavioral health professionals in practice often find it hard to be active policy advocates, because we are uncomfortable, and/or lack the skills and experience to engage. This workshop highlights the importance of engaging in social and political action. Knowledge vital to interacting with various levels and systems of government will be provided. Communications with elected and non-elected officials will be explored. Coalition building will be highlighted. We will brainstorm advocacy areas ripe for professional involvement of mental and behavioral health professionals, make a plan for social and political action, get the work started, and prepare for future action.

Hate- and grievance-based violence is rising in the U.S., often fueled by online radicalization, social isolation, and mental health challenges. Many mental health professionals lack training to recognize or respond to warning signs. This session equips practitioners with tools to identify risk factors, understand escalation patterns, and implement effective early interventions.

Note: Veterans Mental Health Training Initiative (VMHTI) Program Equine Therapy Series (2 March CEs). Each session is 2 hours and offers 2 free CEs. Sessions are stand-alone—participants may register individually. 

This session explores equine-assisted therapy with veterans as an experiential approach to building trust, emotional regulation, mindfulness, and communication skills. Through education and an interactive lived-experience panel, veterans and presenters share clinical insights, personal experiences, and community-based applications that support holistic mental health recovery through progressive, somatic, and peer-informed methods.

Note: Veterans Mental Health Training Initiative (VMHTI) Program Equine Therapy Series (2 March CEs). Each session is 2 hours and offers 2 free CEs. Sessions are stand-alone—participants may register individually. 

Explore how equine therapy supports veterans in building trust, emotional regulation, mindfulness, and healthy relationships. This session blends education with a lived-experience panel of veterans, sharing practical, experiential approaches to holistic mental health recovery. We’ll cover key insights, clinical applications, peer support, and real-world impact—especially within rural and upstate communities where access to care can be limited.

NOTE: FREE CE for NASW-NY Members. In honor of Autism Awareness Month.

Individuals with autism have an increased tendency to experience trauma and post-traumatic disorder compared with the general population. Dealing with trauma and its effects can be multi-faceted and devastating for those who have experienced a traumatic event or circumstance. For those with autism, experiences with trauma may be different, and processing and treating trauma may also require an added layer of specialized support. This training will discuss trauma experiences, as well as trauma expressions and responses among individuals with autism. Best practices and implications for practice to support individuals with autism who have experienced trauma and other co-occurring mental health conditions will be discussed.

NOTE: This CE was postponed from November 5, 2025. The program is now being offered under a new title, Creating Speculative Spaces Using Artificial Intelligence–Augmented Expressive Arts to Promote Trauma Recovery. The course description and learning objectives remain the same.

Survivors of trauma often face significant barriers to emotional expression and employment as they reintegrate into their communities. This symposium explores a conceptual model for trauma recovery that leverages the power of AI-driven expressive arts to foster healing, empowerment, and economic opportunity.

Note: This is a 2-day CE session: Friday, April 17 – Saturday, April 18, 2026.
4/17 9:00AM-3:30PM
4/18 9:00AM-3:30PM

This course offers full credit only. No partial credit will be awarded; attendance for all two days is required to receive CE units.

The training is structured to encourage and allow discussion and sharing of ideas. Active participation is required to receive a CE certificate. Please ensure your microphone and camera are working.

This follow-up Solution-Focused Brief Therapy training is an extension of the level 1 course. The level 1 course covered the foundations of the Solution-Focused (SF) model and the 7 solution-focused interventions.  This training expands on these and provides more opportunities for practice and discussion. 

Join the Joseph P. Dwyer Veteran Peer Support Program’s First Annual Veteran Suicide Intervention Conference—an in-person, one-day gathering focused on prevention, collaboration, and community-driven solutions. Free and open to the public (registration required; limited capacity).

NOTE: This program is part of a two-session mini-series on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). Each session is a stand-alone offering — participants may register individually or attend both for a total of 6.0 Continuing Education Credits (CEs). The presenter has requested that all participants keep their camera and audio on (and working) throughout the session to support a highly interactive learning experience.

This continuing education course explores cutting-edge applications of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) using transdiagnostic and process-based approaches that reflect the latest developments in evidence-based practice. Participants will examine how CBT demonstrates large effect sizes for major depression, panic disorder, social anxiety disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder, and obsessive-compulsive disorder, with very large effect sizes for PTSD and specific phobia. 

Important Information Before You Register: 

• This session is limited to 20 participants. 
• All attendees must register, whether joining in person or online, and whether seeking CE credit or not. 
• This is a highly interactive group discussion, not a lecture or formal presentation. Active participation is required to receive a CE certificate. Please ensure your microphone and camera are working.

When a client says, “I’m depressed most of the time,” the next ten seconds can shape the entire session. How do you choose what to say next? Join us for a discussion focused on identifying "clinical opportunities" within everyday utterances. We’ll have fun and play with ideas.

NOTE: This program is part of a two-session mini-series on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). Each session is a stand-alone offering — participants may register individually or attend both for a total of 6.0 Continuing Education Credits (CEs). The presenter has requested that all participants keep their camera and audio on (and working) throughout the session to support a highly interactive learning experience.

This continuing education course provides comprehensive training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), examining current innovations and evidence-based applications for emotion dysregulation across diverse populations and settings. Participants will explore DBT's evolution from treatment for borderline personality disorder and suicidality to broader applications including PTSD, depression, anxiety disorders, eating disorders, and substance use disorders.

Note: There will be no individual CE programs offered in May, as NASW-NY will be hosting the 1st Annual Continuing Education (CE) Conference.

The NASW-NY CE Conference is a statewide gathering of social workers, educators, advocates, and students to learn, share, and collaborate in pursuit of a just future for our profession and the communities we serve. This year’s theme, One New York, One Voice: Reimagining Social Work for a Just Future, emphasizes solidarity, systems change, and the power of community voice.