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Professional Ethics and Boundaries
6 Hrs
Explain the importance of professional values and ethics in mental health practice, recognize and distinguish between problematic and no...
Explain the importance of professional values and ethics in mental health practice, recognize and distinguish between problematic and non-problematic boundary issues in mental health practice, summarize the basic requirements of HIPAA and the Privacy Rule and identify a protocol for ethical decision making.
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Professional Ethics and Boundaries

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  • Explain the importance of professional values and ethics in social work practice.
  • Identify the role and impact of law in social work practice.
  • Define and distinguish between problematic and non-problematic boundary issues in social work practice.
  • Describe ways that social workers can prevent unethical or illegal behaviors in daily practice.
  • Explain issues of cultural competence and social diversity in social work.
  • Identify the elements and conditions of informed consent.
  • Summarize the basic requirements of HIPAA and the Privacy Rule as it relates to practice.
  • Identify a protocol for ethical decision-making.

About the Author

Deborah Converse, MA, NBCT

Deborah Converse graduated with a degree in Psychology from Stetson University in Deland, Florida and received an MA in Education for Emotionally Disabled Students from the University of Central Florida. She was awarded National Board Certification in 2000 as an Exceptional Needs Specialist, Birth -21+ endorsement. In addition to teaching, Deborah has written programs, developed curriculum and conducted in-service training for school districts to promote the inclusion of special needs students in all educational and employment programs.

Christopher Cronin, Ph.D.

Dr. Cronin received his BS in psychology at the University of Wisconsin, Madison and an MA and Ph.D. in clinical psychology at the University of Delaware. He completed his internship at the University of California, Davis in the Department of Psychiatry at the University Medical Center in Sacramento. He also completed a Post-doctoral Certificate in Clinical Psychopharmacology at Fairleigh Dickinson University and a MS in criminal justice at Saint Leo University.  He is a licensed clinical psychologist and has held academic positions in Europe, Australia and the United States. He has practiced forensic psychology since 1991 conducting competency to stand trial and criminal responsibility evaluations for the Commonwealth of Kentucky and has conducted over 5000 court-ordered forensic evaluations in the Tampa Bay area. In addition to various journal articles, he is the editor of a textbook titled, Military Psychology: An Introduction (2nd ed.) which was translated into Chinese, and author of the textbook, Forensic Psychology: An applied approach (2nd ed.).


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Mindfulness and Mental Health
1.5 Hrs
The practice is a tool that can work to bring recognition to underlying issues behind behaviors and thinking. However, without care...
The practice is a tool that can work to bring recognition to underlying issues behind behaviors and thinking. However, without careful use and supervision of the practice, mindfulness meditation can prematurely cause emotions, memories, and fears to surface. 
1.5 Hrs
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Mindfulness and Mental Health

About the Course

  • Define mindfulness as an intervention in mental health practice.
  • List and explain the benefits of mindfulness to mental health.
  • Discuss the different types of mindfulness practices to address mental health disorders.
  • Review research studies that demonstrate the effectiveness of mindfulness strategies to address mental and physical disorders.
  • Explain the effects of mindfulness practice on cognitive processes.
  • Discuss the application of mindfulness strategies in MBCT and MBSR practices.



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Our courses are written by Kathryn Brohl, MA, LMFT and Rene Ledford, LCSW, and board certified behavior analyst.

Kathryn Brohl, MA, LMFT has over 30 years of experience as an administrator, writer, psychotherapist, frontline worker, trainer and consultant. She has published five books, two of which were best-selling, "When Your Child Has Been Molested: A Parent's Guide for Healing and Recovery" and "Working With Traumatized Children: A Handbook For Healing." Kathryn has trained social workers throughout the United States, Canada and Australia, and her expert interviews have been featured in U.S. News & World Report, Parents Magazine, The Washington Post and others. Kathryn currently works on the Innovations Team with Children's Home Society of Florida.

Deborah Converse, MA, NBCT graduated with a degree in Psychology from Stetson University in Deland, Florida and received an MA in Education for Emotionally Disabled Students from the University of Central Florida. She was awarded National Board Certification in 2000 as an Exceptional Needs Specialist, Birth to 21+ endorsement. In addition to teaching, Deborah has written programs, developed curriculum and conducted in-service training for school districts.

Rene Ledford, LCSW BCBA has over 20 years of experience in social services. She has a Bachelor of Science degree from Florida Institute of Technology and a master's in clinical social work from Florida State University. She is a licensed clinical social worker and a board-certified behavior analyst. Ms. Ledford's experience includes that of a mental health practitioner, clinical supervisor and administrator. Recognized as a community leader, her accomplishments include being recognized as both Student Social Worker and Social Worker of the Year by the National Association of Social Workers. Currently with the Children's Home Society Learning Institute, she supervises staff training for Florida's largest not-for-profit child welfare agency.

Other contributing authors: Donna Skinner, MSW; Lynn Thomas MSW; Marvin Chaffin, LMHC; Leah Kulakowski, LMFT, Dixie Casford, MA,LMHC and Wade T. Lijewski, PhD.

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Social Work and Existentialism
1 Hrs
Discuss the history of existentialism in social work practice, combine the existential social work approach with contemporary social wor...
Discuss the history of existentialism in social work practice, combine the existential social work approach with contemporary social work settings, and also discover at least five therapeutic concepts related to the existential social work approach.
1 Hrs
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Social Work and Existentialism

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  • Discuss the history of existentialism in social work practice.
  • Combine the existential social work approach with contemporary social work settings.
  • Discover at least five therapeutic concepts related to the existential social work approach.
  • Apply at least five therapeutic techniques related to the existential social work approach.

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John Mendez, PhD, LCSW, BCD, CAP

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Prescription Drug Abuse: Etiology, Prevention and Treatment
2 Hrs
Identify the most abused classes of prescription drugs, assess symptoms of opioid, CNS depressant and stimulant drug abuse, describe the...
Identify the most abused classes of prescription drugs, assess symptoms of opioid, CNS depressant and stimulant drug abuse, describe the effects of the three classes of drugs on the central nervous system and explain strategies for the prevention of prescription drug abuse.
2 Hrs
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Prescription Drug Abuse: Etiology, Prevention and Treatment

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This course consists of:

  • Identify and describe the three most abused classes of prescription drugs;
  • Discuss the prevalence of prescription drug abuse in terms of age, gender, ethnicity and socioeconomic status;
  • List and explain five factors in the etiology of prescription drug abuse;
  • Assess five symptoms of opioid, CNS depressant and stimulant drug abuse;
  • Describe the effects of the three classes of drugs on the central nervous system;
  • Identify four factors unique to adolescents that may lead to prescription drug abuse;
  • Describe the components of four evidence-based treatment approaches for prescription drug addiction;
  • Analyze the five parts of the federal drug abuse prevention policy;
  • Identify and describe three current issues affecting attitudes toward prescription drug abuse; and
  • Explain five strategies for the prevention of prescription drug abuse.

About the Author

Kathryn Brohl, MA, LMFT has over 30 years of experience as an administrator, writer, psychotherapist, frontline worker, trainer and consultant. She has published five books, two of which were best-selling, "When Your Child Has Been Molested: A Parent's Guide for Healing and Recovery" and "Working With Traumatized Children: A Handbook For Healing." Kathryn has trained social workers throughout the United States, Canada and Australia, and her expert interviews have been featured in U.S. News & World Report, Parents' Magazine, The Washington Post and others. Kathryn currently works on the Innovations Team with Children's Home Society of Florida.

Rene Ledford, LCSW has over 20 years of experience in social services. She has a Bachelor of Science degree from Florida Institute of Technology and a master's in clinical social work from Florida State University. She is a licensed clinical social worker and a board-certified behavior analyst. Ms. Ledford's experience includes that of a mental health practitioner, clinical supervisor and administrator. Recognized as a community leader, her accomplishments include being recognized as both Student Social Worker and Social Worker of the Year by the National Association of Social Workers. Currently with the Children's Home Society Learning Institute, she supervises staff training for Florida's largest not-for-profit child welfare agency.

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Post-Therapy on Disasters
1.5 Hrs
Identify how disaster affects the mental health of individuals, discuss the history of psychological impact, diagnosis, and therapy rela...
Identify how disaster affects the mental health of individuals, discuss the history of psychological impact, diagnosis, and therapy related to disasters, investigate the forms of psychopathology considered linked to disasters and recognize various approached of post-disaster therapeutic interventions that can be used.
1.5 Hrs
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Post-Therapy on Disasters

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  • Identify how disaster affects the mental health of individuals;
  • Discuss the history of psychological impact, diagnosis, and therapy related to disasters;
  • Investigate the forms of psychopathology considered linked to disasters;
  • Analyze vulnerability factors that exist; and
  • Recognize various approaches of post-disaster therapeutic interventions that can be used.

About the Author

Wade Lijewski, Ph.D.

Dr. Lijewski obtained his Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology at Michigan State University and later went on to obtain his Master of Science degree in Psychology and Doctorate in Psychology with a major in Organizational Psychology through Walden University. Dr. Lijewski has served in various leadership roles within the field of child welfare for over 15 years. He currently serves as a regional director of quality management for a statewide child welfare agency in Florida.

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Oppositional Defiant Disorder: Treatment and Best Practices
1 Hrs
List the diagnostic criteria for oppositional defiant disorder, identify the most common comorbid disorders, explain how genetics play a...
List the diagnostic criteria for oppositional defiant disorder, identify the most common comorbid disorders, explain how genetics play a role in the development of oppositional defiant disorder and identify the best treatment by age group for oppositional defiant disorder.
1 Hrs
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Oppositional Defiant Disorder: Treatment and Best Practices

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Learning Objectives

  • List five diagnostic criteria for oppositional defiant disorder (ODD).
  • Define the three components of oppositional defiant disorder.
  • Identify two of the most common comorbid disorders.
  • List three common risk factors in developing oppositional defiant disorder.
  • Explain now genetics may play a role in the development of oppositional defiant disorder.
  • Name three assessment tools used to diagnose ODD.
  • List three evidence-based practices for treating ODD.
  • Explain two ways parents give power away, according to strategic family therapy.
  • Discuss four theoretical assumptions of solution focused therapy.
  • List at least two tasks assigned in solution focused therapy.
  • Outline the role of the reflection team.
  • Identify the best treatment by age group for oppositional defiant disorder.

About the Author

Leah Walker, PhD, LMFT

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Non-Suicidal Self-Injury (NSSI): Etiology, Treatment and Prevention of Cutting
1 Hrs
What is the prevalence of non-suicidal self-injury (NSSI) cutting across gender, age, socio-economic status and cultures, identify warni...
What is the prevalence of non-suicidal self-injury (NSSI) cutting across gender, age, socio-economic status and cultures, identify warning signs, list factors associated and types of treatment for NSSI.
1 Hrs
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Non-Suicidal Self-Injury (NSSI): Etiology, Treatment and Prevention of Cutting

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This course consists of:
  • Describe the prevalence of non-suicidal self-injury (NSSI) cutting across gender, age, socio-economic status and cultures.
  • Identify the warning signs that may indicate NSSI cutting.
  • List and describe four factors associated with the etiology of NSSI.
  • Explain three types of treatment for NSSI.
  • Identify four strategies that can be used to prevent NSSI.
  • Discuss the connection between the media, culture and self-injury.

About the Author

Deborah Converse, MA, NBCT graduated with a degree in Psychology from Stetson University in Deland, Florida and received an MA in Education for Emotionally Disabled Students from the University of Central Florida. She was awarded National Board Certification in 2000 as an Exceptional Needs Specialist, Birth to 21+ endorsement. In addition to teaching, Deborah has written programs, developed curriculum and conducted in-service training for school districts.

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Narcissistic Personality Disorder: Has It Become an Epidemic?
2 Hrs
Narcissistic Personality Disorder how to identify people with the disorder as it relates to DSM-5. Explain the male and female prevalenc...
Narcissistic Personality Disorder how to identify people with the disorder as it relates to DSM-5. Explain the male and female prevalence of NPD, list relationship characteristics of individuals with NPD and how NPD affects relationships with others.
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Narcissistic Personality Disorder: Has It Become an Epidemic?

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Upon completion of this course, the learner should be able to:

  • Define narcissistic personality disorder (NPD) as it relates to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Health Disorders, Fifth Edition (DSM-5) (2013).
  • Identify personality disorder as it relates to the DSM-5.
  • Compare NPD to other Cluster B Personality Disorders, outlined in the Statistical Manual of Mental Health Disorders, Fifth Edition, (2013).
  • Explain the male and female prevalence of NPD.
  • Describe at least three relationship characteristics of individuals with NPD.
  • Identify at least five diagnostic criteria for NPD as they relate to the DSM-5.
  • Recognize challenges to treating individuals with NPD.
  • Describe treatment for individuals with NPD.
  • Compare and describe ICD Revision 10 personality disorder criteria to DSM-5 personality disorder criteria.
  • Explain how NPD affects relationships.

About the Author

Kathryn Brohl, MA, LMFT has over 30 years of experience as an administrator, writer, psychotherapist, frontline worker, trainer and consultant. She has published five books, two of which were best-selling, "When Your Child Has Been Molested: A Parent's Guide for Healing and Recovery" and "Working With Traumatized Children: A Handbook For Healing." Kathryn has trained social workers throughout the United States, Canada and Australia, and her expert interviews have been featured in U.S. News & World Report, Parents' Magazine, The Washington Post and others. Kathryn currently works on the Innovations Team with Children's Home Society of Florida.

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Motivation in the Workplace
1.5 Hrs
This course will teach you how to recognize the elements of human motivation, explore motivational theories and theorists, learn how mot...
This course will teach you how to recognize the elements of human motivation, explore motivational theories and theorists, learn how motivation in the workplace affects an organization, understand the effect of culture on motivation in the workplace and discover tools and techniques used to motivate employees.
1.5 Hrs
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Motivation in the Workplace

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  • Recognize the elements of human motivation.
  • Explore motivational theories and theorists.
  • Learn how motivation in the workplace affects an organization.
  • Identify elements that serve as common barriers to increasing motivation.
  • Understand the effect of culture on motivation in the workplace.
  • Discover tools and techniques used to motivate employees.

About the Author

Wade Lijewski, Ph.D.

Dr. Lijewski obtained his Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology at Michigan State University and later went on to obtain his Master of Science degree in Psychology and Doctorate in Psychology with a major in Organizational Psychology through Walden University. Dr. Lijewski has served in various leadership roles within the field of child welfare for over 15 years. He currently serves as a regional director of quality management for a statewide child welfare agency in Florida.

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Mental Health Treatment for Persons with Substance Abuse Issues and HIV/AIDS
1.5 Hrs
Persons with HIV/AIDS can have psychiatric disorders, what are some common mental disorders in HIV infected persons, describe the pharma...
Persons with HIV/AIDS can have psychiatric disorders, what are some common mental disorders in HIV infected persons, describe the pharmacological treatments available for mental health disorders, and what the risks for abuse of the psychiatric medications are.
1.5 Hrs
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Mental Health Treatment for Persons with Substance Abuse Issues and HIV/AIDS

About the Course

This course is designed to help you:

  • Identify the prevalence of psychiatric disorders in persons with HIV/AIDS;
  • Recognize common mental disorders in HIV-infected clients;
  • Explain the best techniques for assessment of mental health issues in persons with HIV/AIDS;
  • Describe the pharmacological treatments available for mental health disorders;
  • Assess the risks for abuse of psychiatric medications;
  • Analyze risk factors for suicide and self-harm in persons who are HIV-infected; and
  • Apply various types of counseling best-suited for persons who have HIV/AIDS.

About the Author

Marvin C. Chaffin, II, M.S., LMCH

Marvin C. Chaffin, II, M.S., LMCH, a licensed Mental Health Counselor for over 10 years, is the Director of Lakeview Center in Pensacola, FL where he serves as co-chair of the Clinical Practice Committee and chairperson of the Clinical Training Committee.  Mr. Chaffin obtained his Master of Science degree in Counseling and Human Development from Troy State University.   His experience includes management of adult substance abuse treatment facilities, extensive experience in behavioral health accreditation standards, as well as expertise in formulating systems and protocols to facilitate ease of access to service. He is a firm believer in the recovery process and a staunch advocate for individuals with addictive disorders.

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Taking Care of Yourself While Helping Others (Preventing Burnout and Compassion Fatigue)
1.5 Hrs
Define burnout, brownout and compassion fatigue and explain how they differ, list the symptoms of each, explain why caring for oneself i...
Define burnout, brownout and compassion fatigue and explain how they differ, list the symptoms of each, explain why caring for oneself is not a selfish act and list ways people in helping roles can take better care of themselves, mentally and physically.
1.5 Hrs
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Taking Care of Yourself While Helping Others (Preventing Burnout and Compassion Fatigue)

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This course consists of:
  • Define burnout, brownout and compassion fatigue and explain how they differ.
  • List the signs and symptoms of regular burnout.
  • List the symptoms of compassion fatigue.
  • Describe some external causes of stress that can lead to burnout and compassion fatigue.
  • Describe personality characteristics that increase a therapist's susceptibility to burnout and compassion fatigue.
  • Explain why caring for oneself is not a selfish act.
  • Explain why mental health professionals need to take care of themselves and how they can assess whether they are doing so.
  • List ways people in helping roles can take better care of themselves, mentally and physically.
  • Increase understanding of how core assumptions and beliefs that formed years ago can affect people in helping roles and steps they can take to change them.

About the Author

Dennis Portnoy, MFT

Dennis has over 30 years of experience in mental health practice, working with individuals and couples doing brief and long-term psychotherapy. Expertise with grief reaction, work stress, depression, couples work (gay and heterosexual), addiction and anxiety disorders. Dennis also provided short term counseling, assessment, referrals, management consultation and educational seminars one day a week for the Federal Aviation Administration. He received his Masters in Psychology from Antioch University in 1981.

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Mental Health Disorders: Diagnosis and Treatment for Social Work Practice
4 Hrs
Describe the effects of mental illness, define some of the most common types of mental illness, list risk factors, identify causes, and ...
Describe the effects of mental illness, define some of the most common types of mental illness, list risk factors, identify causes, and evaluate treatments.
4 Hrs
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Mental Health Disorders: Diagnosis and Treatment for Social Work Practice

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  • Review the incidence and prevalence of mental illness among adults in the United States.
  • Describe the effects of mental illness.
  • Define major depression.
  • Differentiate among the different types of depressive episodes.
  • Discuss the incidence and prevalence of major depression.
  • List risk factors of depression.
  • Explain the possible causes of major depression.
  • Describe how major depression is diagnosed.
  • Discuss the risk of suicide in clients who are depressed.
  • Discuss the treatment interventions for major depression.
  • Identify important client care considerations pertaining to major depression.
  • Define bipolar disorder.
  • Differentiate among the different types of bipolar disorder.
  • Discuss the incidence and prevalence of bipolar disorder.
  • Explain the possible causes of bipolar disorder.
  • Describe how bipolar disorder is diagnosed.
  • Evaluate treatment options for bipolar disorder.
  • Identify important client care considerations pertaining to bipolar disorder.
  • Define generalized anxiety disorder (GAD).
  • Discuss the incidence and prevalence of GAD.
  • Describe the probable causes of GAD.
  • Discuss the process of diagnosing GAD.
  • Review treatment options for GAD.
  • Identify important client care considerations pertaining to GAD.
  • Define schizophrenia.
  • Describe the different types of schizophrenia.
  • Review the incidence and prevalence of schizophrenia.
  • Identify possible causes of schizophrenia.
  • Discuss how schizophrenia is diagnosed.
  • Describe treatment options for schizophrenia.
  • Identify important client care considerations pertaining to schizophrenia.
  • Define obsessive compulsive disorder.
  • Discuss the incidence and prevalence of obsessive compulsive disorder.
  • Identify possible causes of obsessive disorder.
  • Explain how obsessive compulsive disorder is diagnosed.
  • Evaluate treatment options for obsessive compulsive disorder.
  • Discuss client care considerations for clients with obsessive compulsive disorder.
  • Define post-traumatic stress disorder.
  • Discuss the incidence and prevalence of post-traumatic stress disorder.
  • Explain the probable causes of post-traumatic stress disorder.
  • Describe how post-traumatic stress disorder is diagnosed.
  • Evaluate the treatment options for post-traumatic stress disorder.
  • Identify key client care considerations for the client with post-traumatic stress disorder.
  • Review the role of healthcare professionals in mental health care provision.
  • Define phobias.
  • Review the causes and incidence of phobias.
  • Discuss the diagnosis of phobias.
  • Describe treatment interventions for phobias.
  • Identify client care considerations for persons dealing with phobias.
  • Review assessment tips for the mental health client.

About the Author

Adrianne E. Avillion, D.Ed., RN,

Adrianne E. Avillion, D.Ed., MSN, RN, is an accomplished nurse educator and published medical education author. Dr. Avillion earned her doctoral degree in Adult Education and her MS from Penn State University, along with a BSN from Bloomsburg University. Adrianne has served in various nursing roles over her career in both leadership roles and as a bedside clinical nurse. She has published extensively and is a frequent presenter at conferences and conventions devoted to the specialty of continuing education and nursing professional development.

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Mental Health and the Aging Population
2 Hrs
Describe the common types of mental health conditions diagnosed in the elderly, and issues related to diagnosis of mental illness in the...
Describe the common types of mental health conditions diagnosed in the elderly, and issues related to diagnosis of mental illness in the elderly, explain how to prevent mental illness in the elderly and identify the types of services available to assist the elderly mentally ill.
2 Hrs
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Mental Health and the Aging Population

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  • Identify common types of mental health disorders in the aging population.
  • Explain etiology and factors that influence the development of mental disorders among aging groups.
  • Discuss how culture influences mental health among the aging population.
  • Describe assessment and treatment methods for mental disorder in the aging population.
  • Identify the role of social worker to promote mental health in the aging population.
  • List prevention and intervention programs to address mental health in the aging population. 

 

About the Author

Leah K. Walker, L.M.F.T., PhD

Leah Walker, LMFT, has been practicing as a family therapist since 1994, after graduating with a master's in family studies from Mercer University in Macon, GA. Most of her clinical work was with children and adolescents and their families.  She has twenty years of clinical experience, including five years as a clinical supervisor in inpatient, outpatient, partial hospitalization programs and in-home family therapy. She specialized in working with military families, infant mental health and adoptive families. In addition, she has also been a substance abuse counselor. At this time, Ms. Walker is a senior manager in a psychiatric hospital, overseeing quality improvement and risk management.

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Medication Management of Opioid Dependence
2.5 Hrs
Understand the history of opioid use in the United States and related legal implications, Define opioid dependence, describe opioid with...
Understand the history of opioid use in the United States and related legal implications, Define opioid dependence, describe opioid withdrawal and understand what opioid-dependent populations benefit from methadone and buprenorphine medical management.
2.5 Hrs
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Medication Management of Opioid Dependence

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  • Define opioid dependence.
  • Understand the diagnosis of opioid dependence.
  • Describe opioid withdrawal.
  • Understand the history of opioid use in the United States and related legal implications.
  • Understand what opioid-dependent populations benefit from methadone and buprenorphine medical management.
  • Understand why methadone provides effective medical management for opioid dependence.
  • Understand why methadone can be used with pregnant women.
  • Understand how buprenorphine is used with opioid dependence.
  • Understand different research that validates medical management for opioid dependence.
  • Provide treatment information in early recovery with health care and counseling professionals.

About the Author

Kathryn Brohl, MA, LMFT has over 30 years of experience as an administrator, writer, psychotherapist, frontline worker, trainer and consultant. She has published five books, two of which were best-selling, "When Your Child Has Been Molested: A Parent's Guide for Healing and Recovery" and "Working With Traumatized Children: A Handbook For Healing." Kathryn has trained social workers throughout the United States, Canada and Australia, and her expert interviews have been featured in U.S. News & World Report, Parents' Magazine, The Washington Post and others. Kathryn currently works on the Innovations Team with Children's Home Society of Florida.

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LGBTQQI: Understanding the Acronyms
1 Hrs
Describe the components of sexual and gender identity, define what each element of the acronym LGBTQQI refers to, explain the difference...
Describe the components of sexual and gender identity, define what each element of the acronym LGBTQQI refers to, explain the difference between biological sex, gender identity, gender expression and sexual orientation, and identify barriers of mental health for LGBTQQI persons.
1 Hrs
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LGBTQQI: Understanding the Acronyms

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  1. Describe the four components of sexual and gender identity.
  2. Explain the difference between biological sex, gender identity, gender expression and sexual orientation.
  3. Define what each element of the acronym LGBTQQI refers to.
  4. Utilize ten specific guidelines to improve practice with transgender clients.
  5. Identify three barriers to mental health for LGBTQQI persons.
  6. List five essential qualities of LGBTQQI culturally competent practitioners in order to provide appropriate treatment.

About the Author

Alison R. Solomon, MSS, LCSW

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Juvenile Gang Affiliation: Etiology and Intervention
2 Hrs
With completion of this course you will be able to identify the risk factors that may predispose youth to violent behavior and gang, dis...
With completion of this course you will be able to identify the risk factors that may predispose youth to violent behavior and gang, discuss protective factors to prevent gang involvement, review and discuss effective models to prevent gang affiliations, and also explain the framework to conduct needs assessment and to plan, implement and evaluate prevention programs.
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Juvenile Gang Affiliation: Etiology and Intervention

Learning Objectives:
  • Identify the risk factors that may predispose youth to violent behavior and gang
  • Review theoretical perspectives on the etiology of youth violence and gang affiliation.
  • Discuss protective factors to prevent gang involvement.
  • Identify methods of treating co-occurring mental disorders and substance disorders among youth offenders.
  • Review and discuss effective models to prevent gang affiliation.
  • Explain the framework to conduct needs assessment and to plan, implement and evaluate prevention programs.


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Wade Lijewski, PhD

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Intimate Partner and Domestic Violence
1 Hrs
Domestic violence is an urgent public health problem with devastating consequences for women, men, children, youth, and seniors. This co...
Domestic violence is an urgent public health problem with devastating consequences for women, men, children, youth, and seniors. This couse defines intimate partner violence (IPV) and includes strategies for identification and screening.
1 Hrs
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Intimate Partner and Domestic Violence

Learning Objectives

  • Define intimate partner violence (IPV) and include strategies for identification and screening.
  • Identify the mental health practitioner's professional responsibility to assist and support intimate partner and domestic violence victims.
  • Summarize procedures for the prevention and the intervention of IPV and domestic violence.
  • Discuss the cycle of violence and its impact on children and families.
  • Explain the factors that impact a victim's ability to leave an abuser.

About the Authors
Kathryn Brohl, MA, LMFT and Rene Ledford, MSW, LCSW, BCBA
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Internet Addiction to Cybersex and Gambling: Etiology, Prevention and Treatment
3.5 Hrs
Discuss the behavioral and psychological impact of internet addiction, analyze similarities between internet addiction and obsessive/com...
Discuss the behavioral and psychological impact of internet addiction, analyze similarities between internet addiction and obsessive/compulsive disorders, and identify factors that may lead to the development of an internet addiction, analyze unique factors of internet sexual addictions as compared to other forms of addiction and apply prevention strategies for internet addiction.
3.5 Hrs
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Internet Addiction to Cybersex and Gambling: Etiology, Prevention and Treatment

About the Course

  • Discuss the behavioral and psychological impact of Internet addiction;
  • Apply criteria necessary for a DSM-5 diagnosis of gambling disorder;
  • Analyze similarities between Internet addiction and obsessive/compulsive disorders;
  • Identify factors that may lead to the development of an Internet addiction;
  • Explain examples of inappropriate thought patterns that may lead to Internet sexual and gambling addictions;
  • Discuss pharmacological and psychotherapy treatments that have proven effective for treating Internet sexual and gambling addictions;
  • Assess negative aspects of social networking;
  • Identify prevalence rates of Internet addiction by age, gender and socioeconomic variables;
  • Discuss biological, social and environmental factors that may predispose an individual to an Internet sexual addiction;
  • Explain biological, social and environmental influences on the development of an Internet gambling addiction;
  • Analyze unique factors of Internet sexual addictions as compared to other forms of addiction;
  • Discuss federal laws and sanctions on Internet child pornography; and
  • Apply prevention strategies for Internet addiction.


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Suicide Assessment and Prevention for Health Professionals
3.5 Hrs
Describe the importance of suicide and suicide prevention, identify the risks and screening programs for suicide, identify and correctly...
Describe the importance of suicide and suicide prevention, identify the risks and screening programs for suicide, identify and correctly assess populations at risk for suicide such as adolescents, veterans and older adults and express and understanding of suicide risk assessment and related interventions.
3.5 Hrs
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Suicide Assessment and Prevention for Health Professionals

About the Course


Learning Objectives

  • Describe the importance of suicide and suicide prevention.
  • Compare the data related to suicide in the world with the United States.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the etiology of suicide and methods of committing suicide.
  • Identify the risks and screening programs for suicide.
  • Describe an understanding of suicide risk assessment and related interventions.
  • Identify and correctly assess populations at risk for suicide such as adolescents, veterans, and older adults.
  • Describe the National Violent Reporting System and its importance in understanding the significance of suicide in the United States.

About the Author

Christopher Cronin, Ph.D.

Dr. Cronin received his BS in psychology at the University of Wisconsin, Madison and an MA and Ph.D. in clinical psychology at the University of Delaware. He completed his internship at the University of California, Davis in the Department of Psychiatry at the University Medical Center in Sacramento. He also completed a Post-doctoral Certificate in Clinical Psychopharmacology at Fairleigh Dickinson University and a MS in criminal justice at Saint Leo University.  He is a licensed clinical psychologist and has held academic positions in Europe, Australia and the United States. He has practiced forensic psychology since 1991 conducting competency to stand trial and criminal responsibility evaluations for the Commonwealth of Kentucky and has conducted over 5000 court-ordered forensic evaluations in the Tampa Bay area. In addition to various journal articles, he is the editor of a textbook titled, Military Psychology: An Introduction (2nd ed.) which was translated into Chinese, and author of the textbook, Forensic Psychology: An applied approach (2nd ed.). 

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Telemental Health Service for Social Work, Counseling and Marriage and Family Therapy Practice
4.5 Hrs
Technology has changed the delivery of services in all health-care professions and social work, counseling, and marriage and family th...

Technology has changed the delivery of services in all health-care professions and social work, counseling, and marriage and family therapy are no exceptions. Delivering these services using media-assisted communication technology, termed telemental health (TMH), carries many benefits for clients and promising innovations for the delivery of mental health care. However, the practitioner who plans to integrate technology-based services needs to identify and manage the challenges that TMH presents, which are discussed in this course. 

4.5 Hrs
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Telemental Health Service for Social Work, Counseling and Marriage and Family Therapy Practice

About this course
  • Identify professional standards and ethical guidelines for telemental health service in social work, counseling, and marriage and family therapy.
  • Define types of telemental health technologies, including asynchronous email/message posting, synchronous digital communication, video-teleconferencing, mobile devices and other electronically supported delivery.
  • Discuss evidence-based research that supports the use of telemental health service delivery for mental health disorders.
  • Explain theory integration of telemental health services.
  • Compare and contrast the efficacy of telemental health and one-on-one, in-person services.
  • Discuss assessment procedures to inform the decision to use telemental health service delivery.
  • List and explain the components of risk management, including informed consent, confidentiality, privacy and security of electronic information, state law, HIPAA, HITECH rules, and emergency planning to protect client welfare.
  • Review and discuss closure and termination of telemental health services based on ethical practice and risk management components.
  • Discuss the implementation of telemental health service delivery to prevent client dependency and resulting psychological problems.
  • Explain professional ethics that apply to business and marketing components of telemental health services.
About the Authors
Deborah Converse, MA, NBCT and Kathryn Brohl, MA, LMFT
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Improving Employee Retention in the Workplace
1.5 Hrs
Upon completion of this course you should be able to identify turnover and retention issues in the general workplace, review and discuss...
Upon completion of this course you should be able to identify turnover and retention issues in the general workplace, review and discuss strategies to improve factors of job satisfaction, and effectively commit to retention in the workplace, as well as explain workplace retention theories and their applications.
1.5 Hrs
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Improving Employee Retention in the Workplace

Learning Objectives:
  • Identify turnover and retention issues in the general workplace.
  • Review and discuss strategies to improve factors of job satisfaction, and effectively commit to retention in the workplace.
  • Define organizational justice as it impacts workplace retention.
  • Explain workplace retention theories and their applications.
  • Identify tools and techniques that leaders, managers and organizations can implement to improve retention rates.
About the Author
Wade Lijewski, PhD
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Understanding Fetal Alcohol Syndrome and Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders
1 Hrs
Define fetal alcohol syndrome and fetal alcohol spectrum disorder and list some of the risk factors for both, what are the characteristi...
Define fetal alcohol syndrome and fetal alcohol spectrum disorder and list some of the risk factors for both, what are the characteristics of children with fetal alcohol syndrome and fetal spectrum disorder, what is the range of intervention and treatment available for individuals with FAS and FASDs.
1 Hrs
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Understanding Fetal Alcohol Syndrome and Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders

About the Course


This workshop is designed to help you:

  • Discuss fetal alcohol syndrome and fetal alcohol spectrum disorders.
  • Assess the prevalence of fetal alcohol syndrome and fetal alcohol spectrum disorders.
  • Analyze potential risk factors and characteristics of fetal alcohol syndrome and fetal alcohol spectrum disorders.
  • Summarize appropriate services for fetal alcohol spectrum disorders patients and their families.
  • Apply prevention and treatment methods related to alcohol exposed related disorders.
  • Examine implications of future research efforts.

About the Author

Marvin C. Chaffin, II, M.S., LMCH

Marvin C. Chaffin, II, M.S., LMCH, a licensed Mental Health Counselor for over 10 years, is the Director of Lakeview Center in Pensacola, FL where he serves as co-chair of the Clinical Practice Committee and chairperson of the Clinical Training Committee.  Mr. Chaffin obtained his Master of Science degree in Counseling and Human Development from Troy State University.   His experience includes management of adult substance abuse treatment facilities, extensive experience in behavioral health accreditation standards, as well as expertise in formulating systems and protocols to facilitate ease of access to service. He is a firm believer in the recovery process and a staunch advocate for individuals with addictive disorders.

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Working with Your Client's School
1 Hrs
The degree to which a mental health clinician will have contact with school staff varies.  There may be no reason to contact the sc...
The degree to which a mental health clinician will have contact with school staff varies.  There may be no reason to contact the school in one’s course of working with a child; a clear clinical reason is needed before contacting school staff. On the other hand, a clinician may end up partnering with one (or more) school staff members.  This would be appropriate, for example, when there are concerns about suicidality.  It is in the best interest of clients for school staff, family, and community mental health providers to form teams who communicate effectively and function well to ensure a child’s safety. How the team functions may even be a matter of life or death. Working together in the best interest of a child addresses not only the immediate concerns for a child’s safety, but also the child’s ongoing quality of life.
1 Hrs
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Working with Your Client's School

About the Course


Upon completing this course, the learner will be able to:

1.   Distinguish between a 504 Plan and an Individualized Education Plan (IEP).

2.   Select the course of action that would be in the best interest of your client.

3.   Describe the importance of having a working knowledge of a child’s school experience.

4.   Explain two ways to establish appropriate boundaries between a clinician and school staff.


About the Author

Megan Sylvester, LCSW

Megan Sylvester has over 20 years of experience as a Social Worker in a variety of locations from a Children’s hospital to a Child Center.  She has been within schools as both a classroom teacher and leading into a focus on Special Education.  She is passionate about education and training and has provided guidance to other professionals from all sectors of the mental health profession. She enjoys utilizing what she has learned in her many years of education and experience to produce quality professional development material for social workers, psychologists and mental health clinicians.

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Withdrawal Management and Substance Use Treatment Fundamentals
2.5 Hrs
Identify the guiding principles of withdrawal management, explain the diagnostic and statistical manual of mental Disorders criteria for...
Identify the guiding principles of withdrawal management, explain the diagnostic and statistical manual of mental Disorders criteria for substance abuse and addictive disorders, and identify strategies for client engagement, treatment, and recovery of each class of drug.
2.5 Hrs
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Withdrawal Management and Substance Use Treatment Fundamentals

Learning Objectives

  • Identify the guiding principles of withdrawal management.
  • List and explain the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders' (DSM-5) criteria for substance use and addictive disorders.
  • Explain the levels of care and patient treatment from the current ASAM Criteria; Treatment Criteria for Addictive, Substance-Related, and Co-Occurring Conditions (2013).
  • Analyze the biomedical and the psychological components of withdrawal management for substance use and addictive disorder.
  • Identify strategies for client engagement, treatment, and recovery for each class of drug.
  • Describe elements of biopsychsocial screening and assessment for withdrawal management purposes.
About the Authors
Marvin Chaffin, II, MS, LMHC and Deborah Converse, MA, NBCT
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Violence in the Schools: Prevalence, Impact and Solutions
1 Hrs
Violence in schools is a particularly disturbing phenomenon. The idea that youth could be at risk in the classroom is a difficult concep...
Violence in schools is a particularly disturbing phenomenon. The idea that youth could be at risk in the classroom is a difficult concept to accept. Institutions that were once thought to be safe havens for young people pursuing their education are now judged on their ability to protect students. The focus in the school selection process, which typically focused on academics, teacher retention, and success rates, has recently been expanded to include the safety measures adopted by the school.
1 Hrs
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Violence in the Schools: Prevalence, Impact and Solutions

About this course:

• Define school violence.
• Examine statistical data regarding the prevalence of school violence.
• Review a historical overview of violent acts in schools.
• Understand the impact of violence upon students, teachers, families, and communities.
• Identify strategies for preventing violent behavior.
• List strategies for healing following school violence.
• Review three case studies including: Psychological perspective; parental perspective; and a school violence prevention program.

About the Author
Jacqualyn F. Green, Ph.D., MSW, CCSW, CMFT
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Using Personality Types to Improve Work with Clients
1.5 Hrs
Differentiate the nine personality types of the Enneagram, give examples of the sixteen personality types described in the Myers-Briggs ...
Differentiate the nine personality types of the Enneagram, give examples of the sixteen personality types described in the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator, Identify ways in which the Enneagram and Myers-Briggs Type Indicator can be used to enhance treatment of individuals and couples.
1.5 Hrs
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Using Personality Types to Improve Work with Clients

About the Course


  1. Differentiate the nine personality types of the Enneagram.
  2. Identify the three personality functions outlined by Jung, and the fourth dimension added by Myers-Briggs.
  3. Give examples of the 16 personality types described in the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator.
  4. Demonstrate the benefits of using the Enneagram and the MBTI as assessment tools.
  5. Identify five ways in which the Enneagram and MBTI can be used to enhance treatment of individuals and couples.
  6. Develop ideas for incorporating personality theory into their practice.

About the Author

Alison Solomon

Alison Solomon has over 25 years of experience as a psychotherapist, consultant, frontline worker, administrator, adjunct faculty member and writer. She has published numerous articles and chapters in various peer-reviewed journals and has presented at both national and international conferences. She is enthusiastic about education and training and has provided guidance to other professionals from all sectors of the mental health profession. She enjoys utilizing what she has learned in her many years of education and experience to produce quality professional development material for other practitioners within the psychology industry.

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Using Motivational Interviewing for Success in Counseling
1.5 Hrs
Demonstrate the spirit of Motivational Interviewing, give examples of the basic client-centered skills, formulate tools for developing a...
Demonstrate the spirit of Motivational Interviewing, give examples of the basic client-centered skills, formulate tools for developing a change plan and integrate motivational interviewing with other treatment and intervention methods.
1.5 Hrs
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Using Motivational Interviewing for Success in Counseling

About the Course


  1. Demonstrate the spirit of Motivational Interviewing (MI).
  2. Give examples of the four basic client-centered skills in MI (OARS).
  3. Describe five elements of Change Talk (DARN-C).
  4. Apply five techniques of Reinforcing Change Talk (DEARS).
  5. Formulate tools for developing a change plan.
  6. Integrate MI with other treatment and intervention methods.

About the Author

Alison R. Solomon, MSS, LCSW

A skilled writer, presenter, trainer and clinical social worker,  Alison Solomon has over 25 years of experience as an administrator, writer, adjunct faculty, psychotherapist, consultant and frontline worker. She has published chapters and articles in numerous professional publications, has presented at both national and international conferences and has trained professionals from all sectors of the mental health profession.

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Understanding Neurotransmission and the Disease of Addiction
2 Hrs
Assess neurotransmission in the context of drug use and research, apply different research methodologies, analyze certain medication and...
Assess neurotransmission in the context of drug use and research, apply different research methodologies, analyze certain medication and behavioral management interventions, describe neurotransmitters and the drugs that affect them and the long term effects of drug use.
2 Hrs
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Understanding Neurotransmission and the Disease of Addiction

About the Course

  • Assess neurotransmission in the context of drug use and research.
  • Describe the neurotransmitter - neurotransmission interaction.
  • Apply different research methodologies.
  • Analyze certain medication and behavioral management interventions.
  • Describe neurotransmitters and the drugs that affect them.
  • Apply changes to the Criteria for Substance Dependence and Abuse in the new DSM-5.
  • Assess the long term effects of drug use.

About the Author

Kathryn Brohl, MA, LMFT has over 30 years of experience as an administrator, writer, psychotherapist, frontline worker, trainer and consultant. She has published five books, two of which were best-selling, "When Your Child Has Been Molested: A Parent's Guide for Healing and Recovery" and "Working With Traumatized Children: A Handbook For Healing." Kathryn has trained social workers throughout the United States, Canada and Australia, and her expert interviews have been featured in U.S. News & World Report, Parents' Magazine, The Washington Post and others. Kathryn currently works on the Innovations Team with Children's Home Society of Florida.

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Understanding Infant Mental Health
1.5 Hrs
What is infant mental health, identify screening, assessment and treatment strategies for clinicians, identify the risk factors to prope...
What is infant mental health, identify screening, assessment and treatment strategies for clinicians, identify the risk factors to proper infant growth and development and what the key factor related to infant mental health are.
1.5 Hrs
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Understanding Infant Mental Health

About the Course

  • Discuss the elements of infant mental health.
  • Analyze risk factors related to infant growth and development.
  • Apply the Zero to Three Diagnostic Classification System.
  • Assess screening, assessment tools and treatment strategies for clinicians.
  • Facilitate early intervention in successful treatment of mental health related issues.
  • Develop strategies for comprehensive systems to address infant mental health.
  • Identify requirements for certification as an infant mental health specialist.

About the Author

Donna M. Skinner, MSW, acquired her B.S. in Psychology, with a concentration in Human Development from the University of Scranton and completed her Master of Social Work, with a specialization in Addictions, at the University of Central Florida. For over a decade, Ms. Skinner has been working with at-risk populations as a case manager, program manager and as a family therapist. Her experience as Program Supervisor of the Healthy Start Program where she oversees all aspects of operations for the program demonstrates her dedication to teamwork and her high standards of professional ethics.  Ms. Skinner is the winner of the statewide Values Matter award for Diversity and Innovation, and she has been recognized by the Children's Home Society of Florida on numerous occasions where she serves as Chair of the agency's Training Committee. 

Kathryn Brohl, MA, LMFT has over 30 years of experience as an administrator, writer, psychotherapist, frontline worker, trainer and consultant. She has published five books, two of which were best-selling, "When Your Child Has Been Molested: A Parent's Guide for Healing and Recovery" and "Working With Traumatized Children: A Handbook For Healing." Kathryn has trained social workers throughout the United States, Canada and Australia, and her expert interviews have been featured in U.S. News & World Report, Parents' Magazine, The Washington Post and others. Kathryn currently works on the Innovations Team with Children's Home Society of Florida.

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Understanding Enabling Behavior and How to Address It
2 Hrs
What is enabling behavior, summarize the elements of this behavior and current strategies related to behavior change, Explain techniques...
What is enabling behavior, summarize the elements of this behavior and current strategies related to behavior change, Explain techniques to address and stop enabling behavior and identify the elements of confrontation and explain how to use them.
2 Hrs
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Understanding Enabling Behavior and How to Address It

About the Course

  • Explain the definition of enabling behavior and give five examples and research on codependency.
  • Summarize the elements of enabling behavior
  • Discuss current strategies related to behavior change.
  • Review and discuss family dynamics related to enabling behavior.
  • Explain techniques to address and stop enabling behavior (from the perspective of a counselor dealing with addiction and enabling and the perspective of the person who is enabling a loved one).
  • Describe existing myths about enabling behavior and the myths about therapy.
  • Identify the elements of confrontation and explain how to use them.
About the Author
Wade T. Lijewski, Ph.D.

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The Epidemic of Illicit Drug Use: Prescription Medication and Street Drugs
4 Hrs
With this course you should be able to describe the scope of illicit prescription drug and street drug use, identify the national strate...
With this course you should be able to describe the scope of illicit prescription drug and street drug use, identify the national strategies to address the epidemic of illicit drug use, explain opioid use disorders, effects on the body and treatment options, as well as use the DSM-5 criteria to diagnose a substance use disorder from mild to severe.
4 Hrs
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The Epidemic of Illicit Drug Use: Prescription Medication and Street Drugs

Learning Objectives:
  • Describe the scope of illicit prescription drug and street drug use.
  • Identify the national strategies to address the epidemic of illicit drug use.
  • List the NASW standards for social work practice with clients who have substance use disorders.
  • Explain opioid use disorders, effects on the body and treatment options.
  • Describe cocaine and crack substance use disorders, effects and treatment options.
  • Define stimulant use disorders, effects and treatment options.
  • List commonly abused hallucinogens and inhalants, their effects on the body and treatment options.
  • Describe the increase in cannabis and hashish use, the drugs’ effects on the body, treatment and cannabis use disorders.
  • List and define new psychoactive substances and the “other and unknown” use disorders that result from unclassified illicit substance use.
  • Explain the DSM-5 criteria to diagnose a substance use disorder from mild to severe.
About the Authors

Kathryn Brohl, MA, LMFT and Rene Ledford, MSW, LCSW, BCBA

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Understanding Asperger Syndrome
2 Hrs
What are the common signs and symptoms of Asperger syndrome, describe the diagnostic criteria, and the differences between Asperger's ...
What are the common signs and symptoms of Asperger syndrome, describe the diagnostic criteria, and the differences between Asperger’s syndrome and high functioning autism, describe the prognosis and some possible treatments for individuals with Asperger syndrome.
2 Hrs
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Understanding Asperger Syndrome

About the Course

  • Describe symptoms and impact of Asperger Syndrome (AS).
  • Apply updated DSM-5 criteria and information.
  • Analyze the levels of severity for AS.
  • Assess current AS treatment options.

About the Author

Kathryn Brohl, MA, LMFT has over 30 years of experience as an administrator, writer, psychotherapist, frontline worker, trainer and consultant. She has published five books, two of which were best-selling, "When Your Child Has Been Molested: A Parent's Guide for Healing and Recovery" and "Working With Traumatized Children: A Handbook For Healing." Kathryn has trained social workers throughout the United States, Canada and Australia, and her expert interviews have been featured in U.S. News & World Report, Parents' Magazine, The Washington Post and others. Kathryn currently works on the Innovations Team with Children's Home Society of Florida.

Rene Ledford, LCSW has over 20 years of experience in social services. She has a Bachelor of Science degree from Florida Institute of Technology and a master's in clinical social work from Florida State University. She is a licensed clinical social worker and a board-certified behavior analyst. Ms. Ledford's experience includes that of a mental health practitioner, clinical supervisor and administrator. Recognized as a community leader, her accomplishments include being recognized as both Student Social Worker and Social Worker of the Year by the National Association of Social Workers. Currently with the Children's Home Society Learning Institute, she supervises staff training for Florida's largest not-for-profit child welfare agency.

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Understanding Adolescent Suicide for Mental Health Practitioners
2.5 Hrs
Suicide is the third leading cause of death of adolescents so suicid prevention is of the utmost importance. In this course you will lea...
Suicide is the third leading cause of death of adolescents so suicid prevention is of the utmost importance. In this course you will learn the typical warning signs, the difference between self-mutilation and suicide attempts, steps for prevention and treatment and how adolescent suicide affects family and friends.
2.5 Hrs
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Understanding Adolescent Suicide for Mental Health Practitioners

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this course, the mental health professional should be able to:
  • List and discuss statistics for adolescent suicide, including prevalence among diverse populations.
  • Explain the correlation between mental health diagnosis in the DSM-5 and adolescent suicide. 
  • Identify assessment and screening tools for adolescent depression and suicide.
  • Discuss factors in the etiology of adolescent suicidal behavior.
  • Explain the relationship between non-suicidal self-injury behaviors in adolescents and suicide attempts.
  • Identify the effects of suicide on family members, support personnel and peers.
  • Discuss suicide prevention and treatment modalities for adolescent clients.
About the Authors
Kathryn Brohl, MA, LMFT and Rene Ledford, MSW, LCSW, BCBA
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Trauma-Informed Care for Older Adults
1.5 Hrs
While much has been written about trauma-informed practice, little has focused on developing such a practice for older adult clients. Al...

While much has been written about trauma-informed practice, little has focused on developing such a practice for older adult clients. Although many clinicians are aware of the pervasiveness of trauma in their younger clients, they are often unaware that the after-effects of trauma not only remain present with older adults but sometimes actually worsen. In addition, even for clients who have never been formally diagnosed with PTSD, certain things may trigger past trauma, and this too can happen more with older adults. Some clinicians shy away from doing trauma work with older adults, believing they may be too fragile, while others may be too quick to misdiagnose their clients or perceive them as non-compliant instead of recognizing their responses as being a result of their history.

1.5 Hrs
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Trauma-Informed Care for Older Adults

About the Course

This course is appropriate for social workers, professional counselors, licensed mental health clinicians and psychologists. 

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this course the learner should be able to:   

  • Demonstrate the benefits of providing trauma-informed care to all older adults.
  • Give 10 examples of trauma older adults may have experienced.
  • Describe differences between immediate reactions and later reactions to trauma.
  • Identify five ways in which aging can trigger PTSD.
  • Delineate the three main elements incorporated in trauma-informed care.
  • Develop ideas for incorporating trauma-informed care into their practice.


About the Author

Alison Solomon has over 25 years of experience as a psychotherapist, consultant, frontline worker, administrator, adjunct faculty member and writer. She has published numerous articles and chapters in various peer-reviewed journals and has presented at both national and international conferences. She is enthusiastic about education and training and has provided guidance to other professionals from all sectors of the mental health profession. She enjoys utilizing what she has learned in her many years of education and experience to produce quality professional development material for social workers, psychologists and mental health clinicians.

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The Use of the Internet in Therapy: Guidelines and Best Practices
1 Hrs
Define the key areas of controversy over online therapy, list benefits perceived by patients in online therapy setting, discuss benefits...
Define the key areas of controversy over online therapy, list benefits perceived by patients in online therapy setting, discuss benefits to online therapy as perceived by the therapist and list ways the therapist can protect clients and themselves in online situations.
1 Hrs
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The Use of the Internet in Therapy: Guidelines and Best Practices

About the Course

Learning Objectives

  • Define the key areas of controversy over online therapy.
  • List the major types of online therapy modalities.
  • Explain the findings of at least two studies on the efficacy of online therapy.
  • Identify the findings of two studies comparing outcomes of online to face-to-face therapy.
  • List at least two benefits perceived by patients in online therapy settings.
  • Describe two complaints that patients have had about online therapy.
  • Discuss two benefits to online therapy as perceived by therapists.
  • Explain the biggest frustration that therapists have regarding online therapy.
  • Define the ways in which distance creates unique ethical dilemmas.
  • List at least three ways therapists can protect clients and themselves in online situations.
  • Be able to define at least three common themes in all the professional codes of ethics.
  • Explain two suggestions for practice that can overcome some of the inherent issues in online therapy.

About the Authors

Leah Walker, MFS, LMFT and Chad Hagans, PhD

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The Returning U.S. Veteran of Modern War: Background Issues, Assessment and Treatment
1.5 Hrs
It is safe to assume that all soldiers are impacted in some way by their experiences in war, describe how to assess the presenting sympt...
It is safe to assume that all soldiers are impacted in some way by their experiences in war, describe how to assess the presenting symptoms, and state the course of treatment for active duty soldiers vs. veterans seeking health care.
1.5 Hrs
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The Returning U.S. Veteran of Modern War: Background Issues, Assessment and Treatment

About the Course


This workshop is designed to help you:

  • Describe the kinds of war zone stressors soldiers are confronted with in modern war.
  • Assess the presenting symptoms of the modern war veterans.
  • Facilitate conventional mental health treatment vs. treatment for modern war soldiers.
  • Describe the characteristics of combat fatigue casualties and combat stress reactions.
  • Analyze the combat stress reactions of acute stress disorder and post-traumatic stress disorder.

About the Author

Brett Litz, Ph.D. and Susan M. Orsillo, Ph.D.

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The Many Faces of Infidelity: Exploring the Causes and Treatment of Extramarital Relationships
2 Hrs
Identify individual characteristics that may play a role in the increased likelihood of engaging in an affair, what does and does not co...
Identify individual characteristics that may play a role in the increased likelihood of engaging in an affair, what does and does not constitute infidelity, explain the three stages of treating and affair and identify why cyber-infidelity is an easy situation for some people to engage in.
2 Hrs
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The Many Faces of Infidelity: Exploring the Causes and Treatment of Extramarital Relationships

About the Course

  • List demographic factors associated with increased risk of infidelity.
  • Identify two individual characteristics that may play a role in the increased likelihood of engaging in an affair.
  • Define what does and does not constitute infidelity.
  • List the five different types of affairs.
  • Compare and contrast the central argument between the moral view of affairs and the function of an affair from a relational perspective.
  • Identify three considerations all clinicians should understand before working with a couple who has experienced an affair.
  • Explain the three stages of treating an affair.
  • List the six stages of recovery for the spouse of the sexual addict.
  • Discuss the meaning of the "split self" in referring to the split-self affair.
  • Outline the basic stages of treating the split-self affair.
  • Identify four reasons why cyber-infidelity is an easy situation for some people to engage in.

About the Author

Leah Walker, Ph.D., LMFT

Leah Walker, LMFT, has been practicing as a family therapist since 1994, after graduating with a master's in family studies from Mercer University in Macon, GA. Most of her clinical work was with children and adolescents and their families.  She has twenty years of clinical experience, including five years as a clinical supervisor in inpatient, outpatient, partial hospitalization programs and in-home family therapy. She specialized in working with military families, infant mental health and adoptive families. In addition, she has also been a substance abuse counselor. At this time, Ms. Walker is a senior manager in a psychiatric hospital, overseeing quality improvement and risk management.

Leah Walker is a doctoral candidate at Florida State University in the Family Relations program. Her dissertation research is related to post-adoption services for special needs adopted children.

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The Impact of Unhealthy Relationships
1 Hrs
Mental health professionals attend to clients who bring concerns, conflicts, and dilemmas caused by unhealthy relationships in which the...
Mental health professionals attend to clients who bring concerns, conflicts, and dilemmas caused by unhealthy relationships in which the client is seeking professional help to resolve. It is vital for mental health professionals to understand client stressors and implement effective treatment and coping strategies in order to guide and effectively help people.
1 Hrs
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The Impact of Unhealthy Relationships

About the Course
  • Define the characteristics of a healthy relationship
  • Explain how toxic behaviors and unhealthy relationships affect the well-being of clients.
  • Recognize triggers and or red flags in unhealthy relationships.
  • Discuss stages of change and reasons why relationships progress or regress.
  • Illustrate evidence-based practice theories and standardized measuring tools to treat unhealthy relationships.
  • Analyze client’s growth and development of unhealthy relationships to help strengthen understanding.
  • Apply helpful questions to assess client’s support system, coping skills, and goals.

About the Author
Katia Robinson Lucero, LCSW

Katia Robinson Lucero, LCSW has been in the field of Social Work for the last 6 years. She has worked in outpatient mental health counseling treatment center, inpatient psychiatric hospitals, private practice mental health counseling center, and served as a liaison between domestic violence shelters and the Department of Children and Families in the State of Florida. Currently, she works in her own private practice. 
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The Heroin Abuse Epidemic in America: Identification, Treatment and Prevention
3 Hrs
Discuss the composition and properties of the types of heroin and the effects of the drug on the brain, describe signs and symptoms or h...
Discuss the composition and properties of the types of heroin and the effects of the drug on the brain, describe signs and symptoms or heroin use and discuss immediate and long term treatment methods..
3 Hrs
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The Heroin Abuse Epidemic in America: Identification, Treatment and Prevention

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Upon completion of this course, the student will master the following objectives:

  • Discuss the composition and properties of three types of heroin and the effect of the drug on the brain.
  • Identify three ways heroin is introduced into the body and compare and contrast the effects of the three types of transmission
  • Describe two categories of signs and symptoms of heroin use and give four examples of each.
  • Explain the differences between the psychological and physical effects of short-term and chronic heroin use, and give four examples of each.
  • Discuss immediate and long-term treatment methods and including three evidence-based therapies to treat heroin use.

About the Author


Kathryn Brohl, MA, LMFT has over 30 years of experience as an administrator, writer, psychotherapist, frontline worker, trainer and consultant. She has published five books, two of which were best-selling, "When Your Child Has Been Molested: A Parent's Guide for Healing and Recovery" and "Working With Traumatized Children: A Handbook For Healing." Kathryn has trained social workers throughout the United States, Canada and Australia, and her expert interviews have been featured in U.S. News & World Report, Parents' Magazine, The Washington Post and others. Kathryn currently works on the Innovations Team with Children's Home Society of Florida.

Deborah Converse, MA, NBCT graduated with a degree in Psychology from Stetson University in Deland, Florida and received an MA in Education for Emotionally Disabled Students from the University of Central Florida. She was awarded National Board Certification in 2000 as an Exceptional Needs Specialist, Birth to 21+ endorsement. In addition to teaching, Deborah has written programs, developed curriculum and conducted in-service training for school districts.

Rene Ledford, LCSW has over 20 years of experience in social services. She has a Bachelor of Science degree from Florida Institute of Technology and a master's in clinical social work from Florida State University. She is a licensed clinical social worker and a board-certified behavior analyst. Ms. Ledford's experience includes that of a mental health practitioner, clinical supervisor and administrator. Recognized as a community leader, her accomplishments include being recognized as both Student Social Worker and Social Worker of the Year by the National Association of Social Workers. Currently with the Children's Home Society Learning Institute, she supervises staff training for Florida's largest not-for-profit child welfare agency.

Other contributing authors: Donna Skinner, MSW; Lynn Thomas MSW; Marvin Chaffin, LMHC; Leah Kulakowski, LMFT, Dixie Casford, MA,LMHC and Wade T. Lijewski, PhD.

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Informing and Supporting Parents and Other Caregivers When Their Child Has Been Sexually Abused
2 Hrs
Sexual abuse can affect all children of all ages, know the signs of sexual abuse in children and youth, dispel myths regarding sexual ab...
Sexual abuse can affect all children of all ages, know the signs of sexual abuse in children and youth, dispel myths regarding sexual abuse, relate relevant statistics related to sexual abuse in children and youth and also understand parental grief.
2 Hrs
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Informing and Supporting Parents and Other Caregivers When Their Child Has Been Sexually Abused

About the Course

After completing this course, learners will be able to:

  • Define sexual abuse in children and youth.
  • Know and explain to parents and other caregivers the signs of sexual abuse in children and youth.
  • Identify different treatment modalities for sexually abused children and youth.
  • Dispel myths regarding sexual abuse.
  • Discuss the legal implications and follow-up after reporting sexual abuse.
  • Explain sex offender types.
  • Define the criteria for posttraumatic stress disorder and other co-occurring disorders related to sexual abuse per the DSM-5.
  • Relate relevant statistics related to sexual abuse in children and youth.
  • Understand the term "reenactment" as it relates to children and youth who have been sexually molested.
  • Understand parental grief.
  • Identify parental resource materials.

About the Author

Kathryn Brohl, MA, LMFT has over 30 years of experience as an administrator, writer, psychotherapist, frontline worker, trainer and consultant. She has published five books, two of which were best-selling, "When Your Child Has Been Molested: A Parent's Guide for Healing and Recovery" and "Working With Traumatized Children: A Handbook For Healing." Kathryn has trained social workers throughout the United States, Canada and Australia, and her expert interviews have been featured in U.S. News & World Report, Parents' Magazine, The Washington Post and others. Kathryn currently works on the Innovations Team with Children's Home Society of Florida.

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Identifying and Promoting Healthy Mental Health Workplaces
1.5 Hrs
Discusses workplace culture, the importance of maintaining fidelty to mission statements, various leadership models, effective communica...
Discusses workplace culture, the importance of maintaining fidelty to mission statements, various leadership models, effective communication, and employee development that contributes to creating healthy workplaces.
1.5 Hrs
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Identifying and Promoting Healthy Mental Health Workplaces

Learning Objectives

  • Define organizational culture.
  • Recognize five identifying factors of healthy workplaces.
  • Identify the embedded challenges in creating healthy mental health workplaces.
  • Determine leadership characteristics that help define healthy workplace cultures.
  • Understand primary leadership models.
  • Identify strategies to promote healthy workplace cultures.
  • Discuss embedded historic principals that drive current mental health social structures.
  • List employee responsibilities.
  • Discuss the importance of transparent communication within healthy mental health workplaces.

About the Author
Kathryn Brohl, MA, LMFT
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Adolescent Bullying and Depression
2 Hrs
Explain the unique aspects of brain growth during adolescence that contribute to bullying, identify youth bullying populations and bully...
Explain the unique aspects of brain growth during adolescence that contribute to bullying, identify youth bullying populations and bullying behaviors, discover how depression is tied to adolescent bullying and explain prevention and intervention methods with youth, parents and schools.
2 Hrs
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Adolescent Bullying and Depression

About the Course


  • Explain the unique aspects of brain growth during adolescence that contribute to bullying.
  • Define adolescent bullying.
  • Discuss bullying statistics among youth.
  • Identify youth bullying populations.
  • Describe the warning signs of targeted victims.
  • Discover how depression is tied to adolescent bullying.
  • Identify bullying behaviors.
  • Discuss various causes behind bully behavior.
  • Explain adolescent bullying prevention and intervention with youth, parents and schools.

About the Authors

 Leah K. Walker, L.M.F.T., PhD, and Rene Ledford, MSW, LCSW, BCBA

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Chronic Illness and Depression
1.5 Hrs
A person with a chronic illness has a high risk of developing depression. This course will examine why chronic illness and depression ...
A person with a chronic illness has a high risk of developing depression. This course will examine why chronic illness and depression share a strong correlation, and how to improve awareness and treatment of depression comorbidity and physical chronic illness.
1.5 Hrs
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Chronic Illness and Depression

About the Course

Learning Objectives 
Upon completion of this course, the learner should be able to: 
  1. Define chronic illness and explain variances in definitions.
  2. Discuss the relationship between a chronic illness and depression.
  3. List the four most prevalent chronic illnesses in the United States and what characteristics people have who are most at risk for developing these illnesses.
  4. Describe how knowledge of grief and its relationship to chronic illness can enhance professional practice.
  5. Summarize best practices in screening for depression when a person receives a diagnosis of a chronic illness. 
  6. Define palliative care and explain how its services can help patients when comorbid depression is present.


About the Author
Kelsey Baechler, MSW, LICSW

Kelsey Baechler is a licensed independent clinical social worker (LICSW) living in Washington State. She earned her MSW at the University of Pennsylvania, School of Social Policy and Practice. She has worked in community mental health in South King County, specializing in working with individuals who are developmentally disabled with co-occurring mental illness. She also has experience in medical social work, crisis social work, and community outreach. 
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Cultural Competence in Mental Health Practice: Principles, Preparation and Priorities
1.5 Hrs
What are some barriers to multi-cultural competence in mental health practice and strategies to avoid or overcome them, what are the qua...
What are some barriers to multi-cultural competence in mental health practice and strategies to avoid or overcome them, what are the qualities required for effective mental health practice, and what are the themes of cultural competence in effective practice.
1.5 Hrs
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Cultural Competence in Mental Health Practice: Principles, Preparation and Priorities

About the Course


  • List and define five qualities required for effective mental health practice.
  • Describe four components of multi-cultural competency in mental health practice.
  • Identify four barriers to multi-cultural competence in mental health practice and discuss strategies to avoid or overcome them.
  • Define five components of the HIPAA Privacy Rules that impact multicultural competence in mental health practice.
  • Identify and describe four themes of cultural competence in effective practice.
  • List and define eight socio-cultural areas that a culturally competent practitioner must be prepared to assess and address with clients.
  • Compare and contrast a group-specific approach and a multidimensional approach as they inform cultural competence in mental health practice.

About the Author

Deborah Converse, MA, NBCT graduated with a degree in Psychology from Stetson University in Deland, Florida and received an MA in Education for Emotionally Disabled Students from the University of Central Florida. She was awarded National Board Certification in 2000 as an Exceptional Needs Specialist, Birth to 21+ endorsement. In addition to teaching, Deborah has written programs, developed curriculum and conducted in-service training for school districts.

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Cultural Competence in Mental Health Practice
3.5 Hrs
Some strategies to strengthen communication in multicultural settings, common cultural missteps and strategies for remediation, and the ...
Some strategies to strengthen communication in multicultural settings, common cultural missteps and strategies for remediation, and the impact of multicultural competence on the supervisory relationship.
3.5 Hrs
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Cultural Competence in Mental Health Practice

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This course consists of:
  • Explain three strategies to strengthen communication in a multicultural setting.
  • Describe three methods to avoid becoming "affectively charged" and build cultural competence.
  • List strategies to create cultural awareness and competence in therapeutic intervention.
  • Discuss four common cultural missteps and three strategies for remediation.
  • Identify two forms of cultural competence self-assessment.
  • Explain the continuum of cultural competence and progress toward proficiency.
  • Discuss the impact of multicultural competence on the supervisory relationship.

About the Author

Deborah Converse, MA, NBCT graduated with a degree in Psychology from Stetson University in Deland, Florida and received an MA in Education for Emotionally Disabled Students from the University of Central Florida. She was awarded National Board Certification in 2000 as an Exceptional Needs Specialist, Birth to 21+ endorsement. In addition to teaching, Deborah has written programs, developed curriculum and conducted in-service training for school districts.

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Couples Counseling
2 Hrs
What are the stages of marital conflict and how are they treated, determine what the difference is between marital education and marital...
What are the stages of marital conflict and how are they treated, determine what the difference is between marital education and marital therapy, and also review ethical issues in couples counseling.
2 Hrs
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Couples Counseling

About the Course

This course is designed to help you:

  • Describe theoretical perspectives of couples therapy.
  • Analyze differences between marital education and marital therapy.
  • Assess the different measurement tools and therapeutic models used in couples therapy.
  • Describe an overview of approaches to sex therapy with couples.
  • Recognize issues in working with couples in stepfamilies.
  • Apply various approaches to working with couples experiencing domestic violence.
  • Research ethical issues in couples counseling.
  • Discuss empirical evidence and research studies related to couples counseling.

About the Author

Leah K. Kulakowski, MFT

Leah is currently a Doctoral Candidate of Human Development and Family Relations at Florida State University.  She obtained a Master's Degree in Family Therapy from Mercer University, and holds a B.S. in Psychology from Georgia Southern University.  Ms. Kulakowski's extensive experience as a family therapist and clinical program supervisor spans over 20 years.  Since 2007, she has served as the Interim Program Director at Children's Home Society overseeing the Behavioral Health Overlay Services (BHOS) and Post Adoption Marriage Strengthening Program (PAMS).

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Counseling Supervision: Responsibilities and Considerations
1.5 Hrs
Understand the history behind counseling supervision, identify the most common types of supervision approaches, define the common factor...
Understand the history behind counseling supervision, identify the most common types of supervision approaches, define the common factors approach to counseling supervision, understand ethics and the different professional organization standards of counseling supervision.
1.5 Hrs
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Counseling Supervision: Responsibilities and Considerations

About the Course

Upon completion of this course, the learner will be able to:

  • Define counseling supervision.
  • Understand the history behind counseling supervision.
  • Identify the most common types of supervision approaches.
  • Identify the key differences between internal and external models, and between hierarchical and collaborative supervision models.
  • Define the "common factors" approach to counseling supervision.
  • Identify the most common variables in positive supervision experiences.
  • Demonstrate and promote social diversity in the supervisory relationship.
  • Understand ethics in counseling supervision.
  • Understand different professional organization standards of counseling supervision.

About the Author

Kathryn Brohl, MA, LMFT has over 30 years of experience as an administrator, writer, psychotherapist, frontline worker, trainer and consultant. She has published five books, two of which were best-selling, "When Your Child Has Been Molested: A Parent's Guide for Healing and Recovery" and "Working With Traumatized Children: A Handbook For Healing." Kathryn has trained social workers throughout the United States, Canada and Australia, and her expert interviews have been featured in U.S. News & World Report, Parents' Magazine, The Washington Post and others. Kathryn currently works on the Innovations Team with Children's Home Society of Florida.

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Complicated Grief: When Grieving Becomes a Mental Health Issue
1 Hrs
Define complicated grief, prolonged grief disorder and persistent complex bereavement disorder, list the criteria for diagnosing complic...
Define complicated grief, prolonged grief disorder and persistent complex bereavement disorder, list the criteria for diagnosing complicated grief, and compare interpersonal psychotherapy intervention techniques with complicated grief intervention techniques.
1 Hrs
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Complicated Grief: When Grieving Becomes a Mental Health Issue

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  1.  Define "complicated grief," "prolonged grief disorder" and "persistent complex bereavement disorder."
  2. Describe criteria for establishing a DSM-5 diagnosis for clients who present with complicated grief symptoms.
  3. Describe typical "normal" grief reactions and one or more "tasks" of grieving.
  4. List two criteria for diagnosing complicated grief.
  5. Describe the prevalence of complicated grief among different populations.
  6. List two risk factors for complicated grief.
  7. Describe at least two sub-categories of complicated grief.
  8. List two common reactions to traumatic grief.
  9. Give examples of "companioning" and "maintaining an ongoing relationship with the deceased."
  10. Compare interpersonal psychotherapy intervention techniques with complicated grief intervention techniques.
  11. Give an example of a complicated grief assessment tool.
  12. Describe a common theme that grieving children express.

About the Author

Rita Milios, LCSW, is a psychotherapist, author and workshop presenter who maintains a private practice in Kissimmee, Florida, assisting clients with grief and other mental health issues. As a former complicated grief therapist for a hospice center, Milios has extensive experience with grief work, and has authored several books and articles related to grief issues. She has presented workshops on grief topics for counselors, therapists and social workers at conferences nationwide. Milios received her MSW degree from Ohio State University in 1999 and has been independently licensed since 2001.

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Clinical Mental Health Supervision
2 Hrs
What are the practice standards and ethics for clinical mental health supervision, explain the differences between internal, external, h...
What are the practice standards and ethics for clinical mental health supervision, explain the differences between internal, external, hierarchical and collaborative supervision models, define the principles and strategies to manage conflict in supervision and to promote cultural competency in the supervisory process.
2 Hrs
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Clinical Mental Health Supervision

About the Course

This course consists of:
  • Define the most common assumptions about supervision and the best practices recommended in supervision for each of them.
  • Be able to recognize the most common types of supervision modalities and one advantage and disadvantage of each.
  • Increase understanding of the key differences between internal and external models, and between hierarchical and collaborative supervision models.
  • Be able to understand the most common variables in positive supervision experiences.
  • Develop an understanding of principals of managing conflict in supervision.
  • Increase knowledge of the ways in which to promote cultural competency in the supervisory relationship.
  • Become aware of ideas in the research that promote ongoing development for supervisors.

About the Author

Deborah Converse, MA, NBCT graduated with a degree in Psychology from Stetson University in Deland, Florida and received an MA in Education for Emotionally Disabled Students from the University of Central Florida. She was awarded National Board Certification in 2000 as an Exceptional Needs Specialist, Birth to 21+ endorsement. In addition to teaching, Deborah has written programs, developed curriculum and conducted in-service training for school districts.

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Clearing the Air about Medical Marijuana: Research Conclusions for Treatment
4 Hrs
A look into the History of marijuana as medical treatment, the facts and myths, active components of the drug, mental and physical effec...
A look into the History of marijuana as medical treatment, the facts and myths, active components of the drug, mental and physical effects and the current clinical research and trials, also examine the evidence-based data on the effectiveness of medical marijuana treatment for specific conditions.
4 Hrs
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Clearing the Air about Medical Marijuana: Research Conclusions for Treatment

About the Course

Learning Objectives

  • Trace the history of marijuana as a medical treatment.
  • Identify six medical conditions currently being researched for treatment with marijuana.
  • Define two specific components of marijuana being researched for treatment and corresponding medical conditions.
  • Discuss the evidence-based research concerning potential side effects to date.
  • Explain three forms of administration of medical marijuana and the advantages or disadvantages of each.
  • Discuss two FDA-approved medications with components of marijuana and explain their use.
  • Review the research data on medical marijuana as a treatment for posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
  • Analyze the research on marijuana in treating epilepsy, including the outcomes and impact of side effects.
  • Compare and contrast research evidence on chronic and occasional use of marijuana to treat anxiety.
  • Select and discuss three current FDA-approved research studies including the objective, subjects, type of administration, identified side effects, and impact on treatment of the medical condition to date.
  • Discuss the medical conditions that do not indicate treatment with medical marijuana based on research evidence.
  • Identify four misconceptions concerning the use of medical marijuana that are prevalent today.
  • Select and discuss three arguments for and against the use of medical marijuana based on research evidence published in the New England Journal of Medicine.
  • Discuss outcomes and side effects of medical marijuana on treatment of three neurologic disorders.
  • Explain the relationship of the NIH, NIDA, the FDA and the DEA in research to determine the efficacy and safety of medical marijuana.
  • Define the brain's cannabinoid system related to treatment of pain.
  • Identify and discuss the use of medical marijuana in the treatment of HIV/AIDS symptoms.
  • Identify and discuss the components of the American Nursing Association's (ANA) policy statement on medical marijuana.
  • Compare and contrast the key elements of the debate among counselors concerning medical marijuana.
  • List five side effects from acute and chronic cannabis use, including physical and psychological symptoms.
  • Describe three effective counseling methods for treating cannabis abuse and withdrawal.
  • Provide three examples of the impact medical marijuana has on the role of health professionals treating physical and mental illness, based on current research evidence.
  • List and discuss five dangers to patients who use medical marijuana from non-medical distributors.
  • Explain and give examples of the effects of THC on the brain and behavior.
  • Select three areas of cancer treatment that are in research or trials using medical marijuana as treatment
  • Discuss the social, behavioral, and public health impact related to policy changes concerning treatment with medical marijuana.
  • Explain federal and state laws that govern medical marijuana and the eight priorities for enforcement.
  • Discuss the use of medical marijuana to treat patients with movement disorders.
  • Compare and contrast the position statements from the AMA, APA, ACA, AAP, NAADAC, and ANA concerning medical marijuana.
  • Discuss four components from the American Cancer Society statement on medical marijuana research and treatment.
  • Compare and contrast three differences in state law that regulate legalization of marijuana.
  • Select two counseling techniques that have been effective in preventing and treating cannabis abuse among adolescents.
  • Explain four parts of the DSM-5 classification of marijuana substance abuse.
  • Identify the relationship between early onset use of cannabis in adolescence and addiction.
  • Define t
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Childhood and Adolescent Anxiety and Depression: Assessment, Treatment and Prevention
3 Hrs
State the definitions of depression and anxiety, explain what the types of depression and anxiety are in children and adolescents, ident...
State the definitions of depression and anxiety, explain what the types of depression and anxiety are in children and adolescents, identify medications to treat depression and anxiety and describe the negative consequences of untreated depression and anxiety.
3 Hrs
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Childhood and Adolescent Anxiety and Depression: Assessment, Treatment and Prevention

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  • State the definitions of depression and anxiety.
  • Define the prevalence rates of various forms of depression and anxiety in children and adolescents.
  • Explain four types of depression and anxiety in children and adolescents.
  • List five symptoms of depression and anxiety.
  • Compare and contrast symptoms of depression and anxiety.
  • Describe five causes for depression and anxiety.
  • Identify medications to treat depression and anxiety.
  • Explain FDA warnings for the use of these medications with adolescents.
  • Define the types of therapy used to treat depression and anxiety.
  • List strategies that can be used by a family to support depressed or anxious children or adolescents.
  • State five ways parents can build resilience in their child to prevent anxiety and depression.
  • Describe the negative consequences of untreated depression and anxiety.
  • List strategies to prevent depression and anxiety in adolescents.
  • Name three programs included in the Affordable Care Act that address anxiety and depression.

About the Author

Deborah Converse, MA, NBCT graduated with a degree in Psychology from Stetson University in Deland, Florida and received an MA in Education for Emotionally Disabled Students from the University of Central Florida. She was awarded National Board Certification in 2000 as an Exceptional Needs Specialist, Birth to 21+ endorsement. In addition to teaching, Deborah has written programs, developed curriculum and conducted in-service training for school districts.

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Domestic Violence
2 Hrs
There are a lot of elements to domestic violence, what are the forms of abuse that accompany domestic violence, the clues can include be...
There are a lot of elements to domestic violence, what are the forms of abuse that accompany domestic violence, the clues can include behavioral and physical, and what cultural elements are linked to domestic violence.
2 Hrs
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Domestic Violence

About the Course


This course consists of:
  • List the defining features of domestic violence.

  • Discuss and provide examples of the multiple forms of
    abuse that accompany domestic violence.

  • List and describe the points on the Power and Control
    Wheel and explain its relationship to domestic violence.

  • Explain some of the reasons why it is difficult to accurately estimate the rate of domestic violence.

  • List some of the findings of the National Crime
    Victimization Survey conducted in 2005.

  • List possible clues of domestic violence, including
    behavioral and physical signs.

  • List some characteristics or behaviors that are associated with batterers.

  • Discuss special issues addressed by gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender (GLBT) people who perpetrate or experience domestic violence; list some ways that domestic violence is the same for heterosexual couples, and how is it different.

  • List three models of domestic abuse dynamics and briefly
    describe their main points.

  • Explain how domestic violence affects children.

  • List common characteristics of domestic violence and
    alcohol abuse; explain how the two reinforce one another.

  • Name some of the main obstacles to leaving that victims
    experience.

  • Explain the purpose and necessity of a safety plan and list some of its essential elements.

About the Author

Kathryn Brohl, MA, LMFT has over 30 years of experience as an administrator, writer, psychotherapist, frontline worker, trainer and consultant. She has published five books, two of which were best-selling, "When Your Child Has Been Molested: A Parent's Guide for Healing and Recovery" and "Working With Traumatized Children: A Handbook For Healing." Kathryn has trained social workers throughout the United States, Canada and Australia, and her expert interviews have been featured in U.S. News & World Report, Parents' Magazine, The Washington Post and others. Kathryn currently works on the Innovations Team with Children's Home Society of Florida.

Rene Ledford, LCSW has over 20 years of experience in social services. She has a Bachelor of Science degree from Florida Institute of Technology and a master's in clinical social work from Florida State University. She is a licensed clinical social worker and a board-certified behavior analyst. Ms. Ledford's experience includes that of a mental health practitioner, clinical supervisor and administrator. Recognized as a community leader, her accomplishments include being recognized as both Student Social Worker and Social Worker of the Year by the National Association of Social Workers. Currently with the Children's Home Society Learning Institute, she supervises staff training for Florida's largest not-for-profit child welfare agency.

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Bullying in Children and Youth
1.5 Hrs
How does bullying apply to children and youth, what are the characteristics of a bully and what are the various forms and settings bully...
How does bullying apply to children and youth, what are the characteristics of a bully and what are the various forms and settings bullying occurs. Develop prevention and intervention to assist children and youth that have or are currently experiencing bullying.
1.5 Hrs
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Bullying in Children and Youth

About the Course

  • Describe bullying as it applies to children and youth.
  • Assess the characteristics of child and youth bullies.
  • Analyze the various forms of and settings where bullying occurs.
  • Describe the characteristic symptoms of a child or youth who is being bullied.
  • Facilitate prevention and intervention efforts to assist children, youth and families when they've experienced bullying.

About the Author

Kathryn Brohl, MA, LMFT has over 30 years of experience as an administrator, writer, psychotherapist, frontline worker, trainer and consultant. She has published five books, two of which were best-selling, "When Your Child Has Been Molested: A Parent's Guide for Healing and Recovery" and "Working With Traumatized Children: A Handbook For Healing." Kathryn has trained social workers throughout the United States, Canada and Australia, and her expert interviews have been featured in U.S. News & World Report, Parents' Magazine, The Washington Post and others. Kathryn currently works on the Innovations Team with Children's Home Society of Florida.

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Autism Spectrum Disorder in Children
1 Hrs
More children are being diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder though there are other disorders found within it, what are some of the s...
More children are being diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder though there are other disorders found within it, what are some of the shared characteristics, and the range of impairment within autism spectrum disorder.
1 Hrs
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Autism Spectrum Disorder in Children

About the Course

This workshop is designed to help you:

  • Describe symptoms and impact of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
  • Apply updated DSM-5 criteria and information.
  • Analyze the levels of severity for ASD.
  • Assess current ASD treatment options.

About the Author

Kathryn Brohl, MA, LMFT has over 30 years of experience as an administrator, writer, psychotherapist, frontline worker, trainer and consultant. She has published five books, two of which were best-selling, "When Your Child Has Been Molested: A Parent's Guide for Healing and Recovery" and "Working With Traumatized Children: A Handbook For Healing." Kathryn has trained social workers throughout the United States, Canada and Australia, and her expert interviews have been featured in U.S. News & World Report, Parents' Magazine, The Washington Post and others. Kathryn currently works on the Innovations Team with Children's Home Society of Florida.

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Assisting Homeless Children and Youth in School
2.5 Hrs
For social workers, this course details the types of trauma and hardships homeless children experience and the potential barriers to edu...
For social workers, this course details the types of trauma and hardships homeless children experience and the potential barriers to education homeless children may face.
2.5 Hrs
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Assisting Homeless Children and Youth in School

About the Course

  • Define child and youth homelessness according to federal guidelines.
  • Explain the effects of homelessness on children.
  • Discuss risk factors that contribute to homelessness and abuse of children and youth.
  • Identify protective factors to build capacity to prevent homelessness.
  • List indicators of child and youth homelessness.
  • Identify types of mental disorders frequently seen in homeless children.
  • Define the types of trauma experienced by homeless children and youth and the trauma-informed care approach.
  • Describe the role of the social worker in assisting homeless children and youth.
  • Identify and give examples of legislative initiatives to assist homeless children.



About the Author

Deborah Converse, MA, NBCT graduated with a degree in Psychology from Stetson University in Deland, Florida and received an MA in Education for Emotionally Disabled Students from the University of Central Florida. She was awarded National Board Certification in 2000 as an Exceptional Needs Specialist, Birth to 21+ endorsement. In addition to teaching, Deborah has written programs, developed curriculum and conducted in-service training for school districts.

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Antisocial Personality Disorder
2 Hrs
Define antisocial personality disorder and psychopathy and the personality characteristics of both, list identified risk factors, and id...
Define antisocial personality disorder and psychopathy and the personality characteristics of both, list identified risk factors, and identify various treatment modalities used to attempt treatment, also discuss the concept of socialized psychopathy.
2 Hrs
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Antisocial Personality Disorder

About the Course

  • Define antisocial personality disorder and psychopathy
  • Identify various treatment modalities used to attempt to treat antisocial personality disorder and psychopathy
  • Describe why, according to the DSM-V, psychopathy is a variant of antisocial personality disorder
  • List identified risk factors for antisocial personality disorder and psychopathy
  • Describe how DSM-V and ICD define personality disorders
  • Define personality characteristics of antisocial personality disorder
  • Discuss various settings where the disorder has been treated
  • Describe how the disorder has been treated
  • Discuss the concept of socialized psychopathy

About the Author

Wade Lijewski, PhD

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Alzheimer's Disease: Unraveling the Mystery
2 Hrs
Alzheimer's disease has emerged from obscurity and is now seen as a major health problem, identify the early signs and symptoms of AD ...
Alzheimer’s disease has emerged from obscurity and is now seen as a major health problem, identify the early signs and symptoms of AD and its causes, what methods can be used to diagnose, also describe recent scientific findings, new technologies and new treatments.
2 Hrs
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Alzheimer's Disease: Unraveling the Mystery

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Upon completion of this course, the learner will be able to:

  • Define the anatomy and physiology of the human brain.
  • Discuss the effects that aging has on mental function in healthy older people.
  • Compare and contrast healthy and diseased neurons.
  • Discuss vascular problems and how they relate to AD.
  • List and discuss risk factors for AD, including aging itself.
  • Recommend changes in lifestyle that may slow, delay or prevent AD.
  • Describe recent scientific findings, new technologies, and new treatments.
  • Identify early signs and symptoms of AD, and its causes.
  • Discuss the methods that can be used to diagnose AD.
  • Describe the management of symptoms and the treatment of AD.
  • Recommend ways to support for families and other caregivers when a loved one is suffering from AD.

About the Author

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, National Institute on Aging

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Alzheimer's Diagnostic Basics for Mental Health Professional
1 Hrs
What are the possible causes of Alzheimer's disease, Identify symptoms and describe the diagnostic methods and progression of Alzheime...
What are the possible causes of Alzheimer’s disease, Identify symptoms and describe the diagnostic methods and progression of Alzheimer’s disease.
1 Hrs
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Alzheimer's Diagnostic Basics for Mental Health Professional

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This course consists of:
  • List the possible causes of Alzheimer's disease.
  • Describe diagnostic methods for Alzheimer's disease.
  • Identify Alzheimer's disease symptoms.
  • Describe the progression of Alzheimer's disease.

About the Author

Rene Ledford, LCSW has over 20 years of experience in social services. She has a Bachelor of Science degree from Florida Institute of Technology and a master's in clinical social work from Florida State University. She is a licensed clinical social worker and a board-certified behavior analyst. Ms. Ledford's experience includes that of a mental health practitioner, clinical supervisor and administrator. Recognized as a community leader, her accomplishments include being recognized as both Student Social Worker and Social Worker of the Year by the National Association of Social Workers. Currently with the Children's Home Society Learning Institute, she supervises staff training for Florida's largest not-for-profit child welfare agency.

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Aging and Long-Term Care
2.5 Hrs
This course it a must if you work with the elderly. It examines issues related to the mental health needs of older Americans, including ...
This course it a must if you work with the elderly. It examines issues related to the mental health needs of older Americans, including challenges for service providers.
2.5 Hrs
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Aging and Long-Term Care

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  • Describe the causes of the booming elderly population.
  • Define the following subgroups: "young-old," "old," and "old-old."
  • Describe different kinds of stressors and provide an examples of each.
  • Contrast two myths about the elderly with factual information.
  • Identify three key adaptive mechanisms used by older people.
  • Discuss barriers to the delivery of mental health services to older adults and strategies used to address them.
  • Discuss the reasons older people frequently turn to primary care physicians for mental health care.
  • Summarize the four main barriers to treatment encountered in long-term mental health care.
  • Discuss some of the pros and cons associated with specific psychosocial interventions in nursing homes.
  • Describe three different models of respite care and explain their purpose.

About the Author

Kathryn Brohl, MA, LMFT has over 30 years of experience as an administrator, writer, psychotherapist, frontline worker, trainer and consultant. She has published five books, two of which were best-selling, "When Your Child Has Been Molested: A Parent's Guide for Healing and Recovery" and "Working With Traumatized Children: A Handbook For Healing." Kathryn has trained social workers throughout the United States, Canada and Australia, and her expert interviews have been featured in U.S. News & World Report, Parents' Magazine, The Washington Post and others. Kathryn currently works on the Innovations Team with Children's Home Society of Florida.

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Adult Learning Styles
1.5 Hrs
Understand why individuals learn differently from one another, explore the history and progression of adult learning theories, gain furt...
Understand why individuals learn differently from one another, explore the history and progression of adult learning theories, gain further understanding of how learning styles and training environments can affect employees and the workplace and explore helpful tools and techniques to use as a trainer or presenter.
1.5 Hrs
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Adult Learning Styles

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This course consists of:
  • Understand why individuals learn differently from one another.
  • Explore the history and progression of adult learning theories.
  • Identify current adult learning styles.
  • Gain a further understanding of how learning styles and training environments can affect employees and the workplace.
  • Explore helpful tools and techniques to use as a trainer or presenter.

About the Author

Wade Lijewski, Ph.D.

Dr. Lijewski obtained his Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology at Michigan State University and later went on to obtain his Master of Science degree in Psychology and Doctorate in Psychology with a major in Organizational Psychology through Walden University. Dr. Lijewski has served in various leadership roles within the field of child welfare for over 15 years. He currently serves as a regional director of quality management for a statewide child welfare agency in Florida.

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Developmental Disabilities
2 Hrs
Understand what developmental disabilities are, identify the categories of developmental disability, learn and understand treatment stra...
Understand what developmental disabilities are, identify the categories of developmental disability, learn and understand treatment strategies available for developmental disabilities and gain a deeper perspective from case stories about how developmental disabilities affect individuals and families.
2 Hrs
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Developmental Disabilities

About the Course

This course consists of:
  • Understand the definition of developmental disabilities.
  • Understand typical developmental and screening indicators for children aged 0-3.
  • Identify the four categories of developmental disabilities.
  • Understand intellectual disabilities.
  • Understand Down syndrome.
  • Understand pervasive developmental disorders/autism spectrum disorders.
  • Learn about the features, etiology and prevalence of specific developmental disabilities.
  • Understand treatments strategies available for developmental disabilities.
  • Gain deeper perspective from case stories about how developmental disabilities affect individuals and families.

About the Author

Donna M. Skinner, MSW

Donna M. Skinner, MSW, acquired her B.S. in Psychology, with a concentration in Human Development from the University of Scranton and completed her Master of Social Work, with a specialization in Addictions, at the University of Central Florida. For over a decade, Ms. Skinner has been working with at-risk populations as a case manager, program manager and as a family therapist. Her experience as Program Supervisor of the Healthy Start Program where she oversees all aspects of operations for the program demonstrates her dedication to teamwork and her high standards of professional ethics.  Ms. Skinner is the winner of the statewide Values Matter award for Diversity and Innovation, and she has been recognized by the Children's Home Society of Florida on numerous occasions where she serves as Chair of the agency's Training Committee. 

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DSM-5-Overview: What You Need to Know
1 Hrs
Understanding a brief history of DSM-5, Describe the DSM-5 organization changes, and discuss the ongoing debate regarding changes wi...
Understanding a brief history of DSM-5, Describe the DSM-5 organization changes, and discuss the ongoing debate regarding changes within the DSM-5.
1 Hrs
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DSM-5-Overview: What You Need to Know

Learning Objectives:
  • Understand a brief history of DSM-5.
  • Describe the DSM-5 organization changes.
  • Understand the DSM-5 diagnosing changes.
  • Understand the DSM-5 diagnosis changes for children.
  • Understand the Asperger controversy.
  • Discuss the ongoing debate regarding changes within the DSM-5.
  • Understand that the DSM-5 is a textbook and not the definitive resource for mental health disorders.
  • Understand that DSM-5 is not intended for insurance coverage, Court, or the mental health of the community.
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Identifying and Addressing Cyber Bullying
1.5 Hrs
Define what cyberbullying is, understand the impact of cyberbullying on targets, how to address it with clients and their families, the ...
Define what cyberbullying is, understand the impact of cyberbullying on targets, how to address it with clients and their families, the different ways technology is used to bully and the difference between a cyberbully and other types of bullying.
1.5 Hrs
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Identifying and Addressing Cyber Bullying

About the Course

After completing this course, learners should be able to:

  • Define cyber bullying.
  • Understand the impact of cyber bullying on targets.
  • Understand how to address cyber bullying with clients and their families.
  • Understand the different ways technology is being used to bully individuals.
  • Advocate against cyber bullying.
  • Describe cyber bullies.
  • Understand the difference between cyber bullying and other types of bullying.
  • Understand what schools and parents can do to help address cyber bullying.
  • Assist clients with identifying resources.
  • Understand what schools and communities do to help prevent cyber bullying.

About the Author

Kathryn Brohl, MA, LMFT has over 30 years of experience as an administrator, writer, psychotherapist, frontline worker, trainer and consultant. She has published five books, two of which were best-selling, "When Your Child Has Been Molested: A Parent's Guide for Healing and Recovery" and "Working With Traumatized Children: A Handbook For Healing." Kathryn has trained social workers throughout the United States, Canada and Australia, and her expert interviews have been featured in U.S. News & World Report, Parents' Magazine, The Washington Post and others. Kathryn currently works on the Innovations Team with Children's Home Society of Florida.

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Fundamentals of Neurobiology and Brain Science for Social Workers
1.5 Hrs
For social workers, this course details the science of the brain or Neurobiology.  ...
For social workers, this course details the science of the brain or Neurobiology.  
1.5 Hrs
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Fundamentals of Neurobiology and Brain Science for Social Workers

About the Course

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this course, the learner should be able to:

  1. Identify the overlapping history of neurology and psychiatry.
  2. Identify the parts of the brain and identify the different functions of each part of the brain.
  3. Discuss the triune brain and its implications.
  4. Discuss the difference between the learning brain and the surviving brain.
  5. Describe the neurobiology of fear and the threat management system.
  6. Identify how the different psychotherapies and other interventions help heal the brain.
  7. Describe how affect regulation interacts with the autonomic nervous system.
  8. Be able to distinguish defense mechanisms based on whether they are homeostatically balanced, managed by the parasympathetic system, or managed by the sympathetic system.
  9. Identify the neurobiology of addiction and common mental health diagnoses.
  10. Describe how yoga may change neurobiology.
  11. Describe which parts of the brain are targeted by psychopharmacological interventions.


About the Author 

John Mendez, Ph.D., LCSW, BCD, CAP

Dr. Mendez is a Miami-based social work professional. He is currently the Chief of Social Work and Chaplain Services at the Miami Veteran Administration. He has provided psychotherapy services in both individual- and group-therapy settings and has worked with children, adolescents and adults from New York to Florida. He has received numerous certifications in addictions and social work. He has experience in both private counseling practice as well as public-school settings. He received his Ph.D. in Social Work from Barry University, his M.S.W. from Fordham University, and a B.A. in Spanish from St. John’s University.

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Human Trafficking in the United States: Modern-Day Slavery
1.5 Hrs
Mental health professionals are on the front lines of the fight against human trafficking. Social workers, mental health counselors, a...

Mental health professionals are on the front lines of the fight against human trafficking. Social workers, mental health counselors, and other professionals in the mental health and helping professions must be alert to the often-overlooked signs of trafficking in their clients. This course is designed to provide a sensitive review of the issue of abuse in human trafficking and how it affects victims and their families. This modern slavery issue has been gaining ground, and the silent victims are in critical need of care and interventions.

1.5 Hrs
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Human Trafficking in the United States: Modern-Day Slavery

Upon completion of the course, the learner should be able to:
• Describe the incidence, scope, and types of human trafficking.
• List risk factors and warning signs for those who may become or who are victims of human trafficking.
• Discuss intervention strategies to approach trafficking victims and determine treatment.
• Identify reporting agencies and community resources for human trafficking victims.
• Explain the role of mental health personnel in attacking the global issue of human trafficking and empowering victims for change.


About the Authors
Deborah Converse, MA, NBCT graduated with a degree in Psychology from Stetson University in Deland, Florida and received an MA in Education for Emotionally Disabled Students from the University of Central Florida. She was awarded National Board Certification in 2000 as an Exceptional Needs Specialist, Birth to 21+ endorsement. In addition to teaching, Deborah has written programs, developed curriculum and conducted in-service training for school districts.


Kathryn Brohl, MA, LMFT has over 30 years of experience as an administrator, writer, psychotherapist, frontline worker, trainer and consultant. She has published five books, two of which were best-selling, "When Your Child Has Been Molested: A Parent's Guide for Healing and Recovery" and "Working With Traumatized Children: A Handbook For Healing." Kathryn has trained social workers throughout the United States, Canada and Australia, and her expert interviews have been featured in U.S. News & World Report, Parents' Magazine, The Washington Post and others. Kathryn currently works on the Innovations Team with Children's Home Society of Florida.
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Human Trafficking in the U.S.: Foreign and Domestic Victims
1.5 Hrs
Human trafficking is one of the fastest growing criminal industries, so what steps can be taken if trafficking is suspected, what are th...
Human trafficking is one of the fastest growing criminal industries, so what steps can be taken if trafficking is suspected, what are the signs to look for, and what types of intervention are used to address it.
1.5 Hrs
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Human Trafficking in the U.S.: Foreign and Domestic Victims

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  • Explain the difference between human trafficking and human smuggling.
  • List and describe five "push" and "pull" factors that contribute to human trafficking.
  • Identify five reasons why some states have a high number of human trafficking victims.
  • Describe the psychological factors affecting trafficking victims.
  • Discuss the factors that make children vulnerable to sexual exploitation and trafficking.
  • Identify six locations where human trafficking for sexual exploitation may occur.
  • Identify six locations where human trafficking for labor exploration may occur.
  • Outline the routes that international trafficking victims take to arrive in the United States.
  • List 10 types of physical abuse that trafficking victims endure.
  • Identify 10 signs that may indicate human trafficking is occurring.
  • Discuss three types of intervention that is used to address human trafficking.
  • Describe the steps to take if human trafficking is suspected.
  • Identify three national resources for information, rescue and support to address human trafficking.

About the Author

Deborah Converse, MA, NBCT graduated with a degree in Psychology from Stetson University in Deland, Florida and received an MA in Education for Emotionally Disabled Students from the University of Central Florida. She was awarded National Board Certification in 2000 as an Exceptional Needs Specialist, Birth to 21+ endorsement. In addition to teaching, Deborah has written programs, developed curriculum and conducted in-service training for school districts.

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HIV: Implications for Social Work Practice
2 Hrs
Describe the populations with increasing rates of HIV in the U.S., what are the factors that lead to the increase in new HIV cases amon...
Describe the populations with increasing rates of HIV in the U.S., what are the factors that lead to the increase in new HIV cases among the over 50 age group, list preventative measures to reduce HIV transmission, discuss examples of the critical role of the social worker to help clients with prevention and treatment of HIV.
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HIV: Implications for Social Work Practice

Learning Objectives:
  • Identify and describe populations with statistical rates of HIV in the U.S.
  • Explain factors that lead to the increase in new HIV cases.
  • List and refute myths and stigma surrounding the transmission of HIV.
  • Explain the effects of HIV on the cellular system and process.
  • Describe preventative measures to reduce HIV transmission.
  • Explain the laws designed to protect clients with HIV
  • Discuss the role of the social worker to support clients in prevention and treatment of HIV.
  • Identify the components of advocacy for clients, education to reduce new cases, and promotion of social justice in social work.
  • Explain current treatment methods including medication and psychosocial methods.
About the Authors
Deborah Converse, MA, NBCT and Kathryn Brohl, MA, LMFT
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HIV and Mental Health
2.5 Hrs
Explain how the risk groups for HIV/AIDS today are different than they were 20 years ago, list some complementary treatments that may be...
Explain how the risk groups for HIV/AIDS today are different than they were 20 years ago, list some complementary treatments that may benefit the individual with HIV, and also discuss the clinical assessment for clients diagnosed with HIV, a mental disorder and a substance abuse disorder at the same time.
2.5 Hrs
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HIV and Mental Health

About the Course

This course is designed to help you:

  • Explain how the risk groups for HIV/AIDS today are different than they were 20 years ago.
  • Illustrate some complementary treatments that may benefit the individual with HIV.
  • Explain the role of outreach in client care and the types of barriers that prevent clients from keeping appointments or continuing to receive services.
  • Discuss the clinical assessment for clients triply diagnosed with HIV, a mental disorder, and a substance abuse disorder.
  • Apply questions that may be helpful in assessing the client's social supports, coping skills, medical care, and quality of life.
  • Evaluate the role of standardized measures in clinical assessment of the HIV client.
  • Analyze examples of common medical complications of HIV infection.

About the Author

Valerie Wohl

Valerie Wohl is an author and research professional specializing in continuing education course development. She works with institutions of higher learning to create materials that are timely and useful, as well as accurate and clearly written, ensuring high academic standards for content in a wide range of disciplines.

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Helping Clients Identify and Address Workplace Bullying
1.5 Hrs
With completion of this course you will be able to define workplace bullying, identify bullying behaviors and likely bullying scenarios,...
With completion of this course you will be able to define workplace bullying, identify bullying behaviors and likely bullying scenarios, support clients to identify and reprocess workplace bullying experiences, understand current practices to prevent workplace bullying and the laws regarding workplace discrimination with in the United States.
1.5 Hrs
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Helping Clients Identify and Address Workplace Bullying

About the Course


After completing this course learners should be able to:

  • Define workplace bullying.
  • Identify a targeted client's physical and mental health symptoms and conditions that occur as a result from workplace bullying.
  • Identify bully behaviors and likely bullying scenarios.
  • Understand workplace bullying bystanders vicarious participations and responsibilities to stop bullying at work.
  • Support clients to identify and reprocess workplace bullying experiences.
  • Provide supportive and validating information to targeted clients to prevent them from internalizing their bullying experiences.
  • Understand current practices to prevent workplace bullying .
  • Understand the laws regarding workplace discrimination within the United States.
  • Understand workplace bullying laws in other countries.

About the Author

Kathryn Brohl, MA, LMFT has over 30 years of experience as an administrator, writer, psychotherapist, frontline worker, trainer and consultant. She has published five books, two of which were best-selling, "When Your Child Has Been Molested: A Parent's Guide for Healing and Recovery" and "Working With Traumatized Children: A Handbook For Healing." Kathryn has trained social workers throughout the United States, Canada and Australia, and her expert interviews have been featured in U.S. News & World Report, Parents' Magazine, The Washington Post and others. Kathryn currently works on the Innovations Team with Children's Home Society of Florida.

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Gauging Your Child's Mental Health
1 Hrs
Describe various patterns of past tragedies, identify signs and symptoms of schizophrenia and bi-polar disorder and how they relate to v...
Describe various patterns of past tragedies, identify signs and symptoms of schizophrenia and bi-polar disorder and how they relate to violent incidents, discuss the various medications used and treatment options available to treat various mental disorders.
1 Hrs
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Gauging Your Child's Mental Health

Learning Objectives:
  • Describe various patterns of past tragedies.
  • Explain how schizophrenia and bi-polar relate to violent incidents.
  • Identify symptoms/signs of schizophrenia and bi-polar disorder.
  • Discuss the various medications used to treat mental disorders.
  • Identify treatment options available to treat various mental disorders.
About the Author
Wade Lijewski, PhD
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Gambling Addiction: Etiology, Treatment and Prevention
2 Hrs
Identify the American Psychiatric Association DSM-5 Criteria for classification of a gambling disorder, explain changes in neuron activi...
Identify the American Psychiatric Association DSM-5 Criteria for classification of a gambling disorder, explain changes in neuron activity in the brain of addicted gamblers, list signs and symptoms of a gambling disorder and explain treatment modalities that are effective for a gambling disorder.
2 Hrs
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Gambling Addiction: Etiology, Treatment and Prevention

About the Course

  • Identify and explain five factors that determine classification of gambling addiction, according to the revised American Psychiatric Association DSM-5 criteria.
  • Describe the prevalence of gambling addiction across age, gender, ethnic and socioeconomic status in the United States.
  • List six signs and symptoms of a gambling addiction.
  • Explain two forms of treatment for gambling addiction.
  • Describe and give examples of three types of disordered thought patterns that are found among addicted gamblers.
  • Identify and discuss four risk factors that may lead to gambling addiction.
  • Describe four negative consequences that affect the addicted gambler's family and friends.

  • About the Author

    Deborah Converse, MA, NBCT graduated with a degree in Psychology from Stetson University in Deland, Florida and received an MA in Education for Emotionally Disabled Students from the University of Central Florida. She was awarded National Board Certification in 2000 as an Exceptional Needs Specialist, Birth to 21+ endorsement. In addition to teaching, Deborah has written programs, developed curriculum and conducted in-service training for school districts.

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Expression of Anger in Children and Adolescents
2.5 Hrs
Anger problems have become more prevalent and pervasive in the home, school and community settings. This course describes the causes, ...

Anger problems have become more prevalent and pervasive in the home, school and community settings. This course describes the causes, co-morbidities, triggers, as well as various methods to effectively manage this explosion of emotion.  

2.5 Hrs
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Expression of Anger in Children and Adolescents

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  • Upon completion of this course, the learner should be able to:   
  • Describe the differences between how children and adolescents experience, understand and manage anger.
  • Identify five reasons anger is beneficial and useful.
  • Identify four anger scales to use with youths to rate their anger.
  • Describe at least five co-morbidities that influence the expression of anger in youth.
  • Describe five strengths and weaknesses parents may present in managing their child’s anger.
  • Identify how anger can be observed as assertive, passive or aggressive.
  • List and describe six methods to defuse anger. 
  • Identify four methods youths can use to gain better understanding of their anger and to gain control of their behaviors.
  • Employ practical skills in their clinical practice to help youth and their family members learn how to manage their anger.



About the Author
Jane Rosenblum, LCSW, CCM


Jane Rosenblum is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) and certified case manager (CCM) who has worked in the mental health field for over 30 years. Her experience includes both hospital (including psychiatric geriatric patients) and home care settings, and as a private consultant for home health agencies. She has served as a member of an elder abuse task force, provided community health-care service coordination, school social work, and case management for public and private organizations for individuals with medical, psychiatric and substance abuse problems. Motivational Interviewing Trainer. Clinical supervision. Ms. Rosenblum holds a bachelor’s degree in rehabilitation counseling from Sargent College of Allied Health at Boston University, a master’s degree from the Simmons College School of Social Work in Boston, a Type 73 certificate for school social work, and certificate in case management.
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Early Attachment Theory: Research and Clinical Applications
1 Hrs
Know the difference between attachment and bonding, describe the attachment classification types or styles, and what are the factors inc...
Know the difference between attachment and bonding, describe the attachment classification types or styles, and what are the factors including caregiver behaviors that influence a child’s attachment style.
1 Hrs
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Early Attachment Theory: Research and Clinical Applications

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  • Describe the difference between attachment and bonding.
  • Explain how working models of attachment influence a child's perceptions and behaviors.
  • Assess attachment classification types or styles.
  • Identify factors including caregiver behaviors that influence a child's attachment style.
  • Discuss symptoms and behaviors associated with reactive attachment disorder.
  • Apply assessment and treatment interventions.

About the Author

Rene Ledford, LCSW has over 20 years of experience in social services. She has a Bachelor of Science degree from Florida Institute of Technology and a master's in clinical social work from Florida State University. She is a licensed clinical social worker and a board-certified behavior analyst. Ms. Ledford's experience includes that of a mental health practitioner, clinical supervisor and administrator. Recognized as a community leader, her accomplishments include being recognized as both Student Social Worker and Social Worker of the Year by the National Association of Social Workers. Currently with the Children's Home Society Learning Institute, she supervises staff training for Florida's largest not-for-profit child welfare agency.

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Ethics in Social Work and Counseling and HIPAA Privacy Rules
2 Hrs
Recognize and discuss problematic nonprofessional behavior that could lead to ethics violations, explain the impact of technology and pr...
Recognize and discuss problematic nonprofessional behavior that could lead to ethics violations, explain the impact of technology and protocol for ethical use in mental health and identify ethical guidelines to follow when filing, managing and storing client data covered by HIPAA.
2 Hrs
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Ethics in Social Work and Counseling and HIPAA Privacy Rules

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This course consists of:
  • Describe five primary purposes of the codes of ethics for mental health practitioners.
  • Explain the five professional values and related principles that inform ethics for social work practitioners.
  • Recognize and discuss problematic nonprofessional behavior that could lead to ethics violations.
  • Describe ethical best practices that mental health practitioners use each day to avoid unethical or illegal behaviors.
  • Identify issues of multicultural diversity in mental health practice.
  • List examples of informed consent as applied to clients, supervisees and other professionals.
  • Identify four factors in an ethical decision-making model.
  • Explain the impact of technology and a protocol for ethical use in mental health practice.
  • Identify five ethical guidelines to follow when filing, managing and storing client data covered by HIPAA.
  • Describe confidentiality and privileged communication as it affects ethical practice.
  • Describe two current issues that involve the ethical decision-making process in counseling.

About the Author

Deborah Converse, MA, NBCT graduated with a degree in Psychology from Stetson University in Deland, Florida and received an MA in Education for Emotionally Disabled Students from the University of Central Florida. She was awarded National Board Certification in 2000 as an Exceptional Needs Specialist, Birth to 21+ endorsement. In addition to teaching, Deborah has written programs, developed curriculum and conducted in-service training for school districts.

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Ethics and Boundaries
1 Hrs
Understand the importance of professional values and ethics in mental health practice, recognize and distinguish between problematic and...
Understand the importance of professional values and ethics in mental health practice, recognize and distinguish between problematic and non-problematic boundary issues, how can mental health practitioners prevent unethical of illegal behavior in daily practice and also understand the requirements of HIPAA and the Privacy Rule.
1 Hrs
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Ethics and Boundaries

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Learning objectives

  • Understand the importance of professional values and ethics in mental health practice.
  • Identify the role and the impact of law in mental health practice.
  • Recognize and distinguish between problematic and non-problematic boundary issues in mental health practice.
  • Describe ways mental health practitioners can prevent unethical or illegal behaviors in daily practice.
  • Identify the elements and conditions of informed consent.
  • Understand the basic requirements of HIPAA and the Privacy Rule as they relate to practice.
  • Understand the impact of technology on mental health practice and the unique responsibilities that are included.
  • Identify a protocol for ethical decision-making.

About the Authors
Kathryn Brohl, MA, LMFT, and Rene’ Ledford, MSW, LCSW, BCBA


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Ethical Practice in Social Work
3.5 Hrs
Ethical practice in social work is based on standards, principles and values. Define the ethical values, discuss the relationships betwe...
Ethical practice in social work is based on standards, principles and values. Define the ethical values, discuss the relationships between personal and professional values that inform ethical practice, and identify ethical issues related to technology and social media in social work practice.
3.5 Hrs
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Ethical Practice in Social Work

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  • Define ethical values in the social work practice.
  • Identify the principles and standards in the NASW Code of Ethics that govern practice.
  • Discuss the relationship between personal and professional values that inform ethical practice.
  • Define cultural competence and social justice in ethical practice.
  • Define professional boundaries and dual relationships in practice and strategies to avoid boundary crossings and violations.
  • Identify ethical issues related to technology and social media in social work practice.
  • Discuss the ethical guidelines specific to leadership, supervisory, and educational roles in social work.
  • Identify risk management strategies and the components of ethical decision making.
  • Discuss ethical dilemma and strategies to prevent ethical violations in practice.

About the Author

Christopher Cronin, Ph.D.

Dr. Cronin is a licensed clinical psychologist and has held academic positions in Europe, Australia and the United States. He has practiced forensic psychology since 1991, conducting competency to stand trial and criminal responsibility evaluations for the Commonwealth of Kentucky. His research has been published in multiple peer-reviewed journals. He is also the author of a textbook, Forensic Psychology: An Applied Approach (2nd Ed.) and is the editor of a textbook, Military Psychology: An Introduction (2nd Ed.). He earned his Bachelor of Science in Psychology at the University of Wisconsin, Madison, as well as his Master of Arts and his Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the University of Delaware.

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Ended Beginnings: The Psychological Impact of Pregnancy Loss
1.5 Hrs
What are the major forms of pregnancy loss, describe the most common causes for and the emotional reaction to a miscarriage, and list wa...
What are the major forms of pregnancy loss, describe the most common causes for and the emotional reaction to a miscarriage, and list ways in which counseling can assist grieving couples.
1.5 Hrs
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Ended Beginnings: The Psychological Impact of Pregnancy Loss

About the Course


  • Define the major forms of pregnancy loss.
  • Describe common emotional reactions to miscarriage.
  • Provide at least three examples of disenfranchised grief.
  • List four or more ways in which counseling can assist grieving couples.
  • Define ectopic pregnancy and describe some of the challenges it poses.
  • Name at least three common causes of miscarriage.
  • Identify fertility options for gay and lesbian couples.
  • Identity issues facing single women seeking pregnancy.
  • Define twin to twin transfusion syndrome.
  • Name an organization devoted to single mothers.

About the Author

 Ellen S. Glazer, LICSW

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Elderly Mental Health: Depression and Dementia
2.5 Hrs
There are different types of elder abuse, explain the specific signs and symptoms for each type, identify high risk situations and discu...
There are different types of elder abuse, explain the specific signs and symptoms for each type, identify high risk situations and discuss information and training regarding effective ways for interviewing older adults.
2.5 Hrs
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Elderly Mental Health: Depression and Dementia

Learning Objectives:
  • Describe the most common types of mental health conditions and issues related to the diagnosis of mental illness in the elderly;
  • Analyze the different forms and elements related to dementia / neurocognitive disorders;
  • Assess the psychosocial factors that affect the elderly, such as living arrangements and cultural influences;
  • Describe the influence of mental illness in the elderly on both the afflicted person and the caregiver, such as depression, and different prevention strategies;
  • Facilitate different treatments of mental illness in the elderly and prevention, both through therapy and medications; and
  • Analyze issues regarding the different services available to assist the elderly mentally ill.
About the Authors
Leah Walker, LMFT, Kathryn Brohl, MA, LMFT and Wade Lijewski, PhD
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Elderly Abuse in America: Prevalence, Etiology and Prevention
1.5 Hrs
There are five warning signs that may indicate elderly abuse identify and describe them, what are the facility regulation and the reside...
There are five warning signs that may indicate elderly abuse identify and describe them, what are the facility regulation and the resident rights included in the Nursing Home Reform Act, and describe strategies that can be used to prevent elder abuse.
1.5 Hrs
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Elderly Abuse in America: Prevalence, Etiology and Prevention

About the Course


  • Identify five warning signs that may indicate elderly abuse.
  • List and describe five forms of elder abuse.
  • Describe the prevalence of elder abuse, including gender and age.
  • Discuss five facility regulations included in the Nursing Home Reform Act.
  • Define five resident rights included in the Nursing Home Reform Act.
  • Explain the scope and severity categories of deficiency citations.
  • Describe five strategies that can be used to prevent elder abuse.
  • Discuss three current trends in nursing home reform.

About the Author

Deborah Converse

Deborah Converse graduated with a degree in Psychology from Stetson University in Deland, Florida and received an MA in Education for Emotionally Disabled Students from the University of Central Florida. She was awarded National Board Certification in 2000 as an Exceptional Needs Specialist, Birth -21+ endorsement. In addition to teaching, Deborah has written programs, developed curriculum and conducted in-service training for school districts to promote the inclusion of special needs students in all educational and employment programs. 

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Effective Mental Health Interventions for Posttraumatic Stress Disorder
1 Hrs
In this course, you will become familiar with trauma caused by acts of terrorism, natural disaster, combat, etc., resulting in Posttraum...

In this course, you will become familiar with trauma caused by acts of terrorism, natural disaster, combat, etc., resulting in Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).  You will learn how to diagnose PTSD, as well as which mental health interventions are most effective for treating PTSD.  Also, you will discover which treatments are best depending on the age of the person affected.  Therapies which are beneficial for first responders and people who regularly work with those who have experienced trauma will also be addressed.  Finally, you will be given the resources to discover where you can go to receive these forms of training.

1 Hrs
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Effective Mental Health Interventions for Posttraumatic Stress Disorder

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

  • Recognize how acts of terrorism, crime, combat and natural disaster affect individuals and those who work with them.
  • Identify which therapeutic modalities are most effective for children, adolescents and adults who have experienced traumatic events.
  • Select which symptoms are indicative of a diagnosis of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
  • Recognize complications that may make treatment of PTSD more challenging.
  • Discover resources and training opportunities to learn the most effective interventions for PTSD.

About the Author

Wade Lijewski, Ph.D.
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Eating Disorders in Children and Adults
1.5 Hrs
Describe the differences between the types of eating disorders, identify the warning signs and different ways to screen for eating disor...
Describe the differences between the types of eating disorders, identify the warning signs and different ways to screen for eating disorders, and list some of the treatment models and prevention programs.
1.5 Hrs
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Eating Disorders in Children and Adults

About the Course

This course is designed to help you:

  • Describe the differences between the types of eating disorders;
  • Identify the traditional beliefs about eating disorders and the classic views of etiology of the disorder;
  • Describe the prevalence of eating disorders across gender, age and culture;
  • Explain the socio-cultural model of the development of eating disorders;
  • List some of the consequences of untreated eating disorders;
  • Identify the warning signs of eating disorders and different ways of screening for eating disorders;
  • Explain different treatment models for eating disorders; and
  • List some of the prevention programs for eating disorders.

About the Author

Kathryn Brohl, MA, LMFT has over 30 years of experience as an administrator, writer, psychotherapist, frontline worker, trainer and consultant. She has published five books, two of which were best-selling, "When Your Child Has Been Molested: A Parent's Guide for Healing and Recovery" and "Working With Traumatized Children: A Handbook For Healing." Kathryn has trained social workers throughout the United States, Canada and Australia, and her expert interviews have been featured in U.S. News & World Report, Parents' Magazine, The Washington Post and others. Kathryn currently works on the Innovations Team with Children's Home Society of Florida.

Deborah Converse, MA, NBCT graduated with a degree in Psychology from Stetson University in Deland, Florida and received an MA in Education for Emotionally Disabled Students from the University of Central Florida. She was awarded National Board Certification in 2000 as an Exceptional Needs Specialist, Birth to 21+ endorsement. In addition to teaching, Deborah has written programs, developed curriculum and conducted in-service training for school districts.

Rene Ledford, LCSW has over 20 years of experience in social services. She has a Bachelor of Science degree from Florida Institute of Technology and a master's in clinical social work from Florida State University. She is a licensed clinical social worker and a board-certified behavior analyst. Ms. Ledford's experience includes that of a mental health practitioner, clinical supervisor and administrator. Recognized as a community leader, her accomplishments include being recognized as both Student Social Worker and Social Worker of the Year by the National Association of Social Workers. Currently with the Children's Home Society Learning Institute, she supervises staff training for Florida's largest not-for-profit child welfare agency.

Other contributing authors: Donna Skinner, MSW; Lynn Thomas MSW; Marvin Chaffin, LMHC; Leah Kulakowski, LMFT, Dixie Casford, MA,LMHC and Wade T. Lijewski, PhD.

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6 Hrs
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This item is charging for the cost of mailing the physical book. You are not buying the course package. With this purchase you will not receive ce credit. Once you have received the book, you will still need to complete the exam and pay the course fee. Please allow for 2-3 weeks for shipping.

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Order physical book by mail: 6 hour Social Work US

Professional Ethics and Boundaries ~ 6 Contact Hours