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Call for Proposals: Winter Virtual Conference Feb 2024

Do you have a new idea or research you’d like to share with the MN Social Work community? Submit a proposal to present at NASW-MN’s annual Conference! The Virtual Conference will be held on 3 Fridays in February 2024 highlighting social work practice and research in Minnesota.

Proposal Deadline: October 3, 2023 at 11:59pm CST

Learn more and submit a proposal

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12/6/2023 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

From Posts to Purpose: Crafting Effective Social Media Strategies for Social Workers

We're excited to announce a dynamic partnership between James Lord Creative and The National Association of Social Work Minnesota Chapter! Join us for an engaging Lunch and Learn event designed exclusively for social workers. In this session, we'll delve into the vital role of social media in today's digital landscape, exploring its importance and potential impact on professional outreach. With an emphasis on practicality, we'll unravel tips and tricks for harnessing the power of social media, tailored specifically for social workers. Discover how to leverage these platforms to effectively create, curate, and post content related to individual/private practices and more. Don't miss out on this opportunity to elevate your digital presence and expand your reach as a social worker. Mark your calendar for December 6th and get ready to amplify your impact!

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10/4/2023 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Chapter Update – Licensure, Supporting a Diverse Workforce, and More!

Ready to be inspired and re-energized? Come hear about what the chapter has planned for the upcoming year! Join us and get up to speed on important licensure-related efforts in MN and across the county, including the interstate compact and licensure exams. Attendees will hear about partnerships that are moving our work forward as a profession. You’ll also learn about other important initiatives that the chapter is working on such as updates on the Diverse Workforce Initiative and our Affinity Groups. This is also an opportunity to share your thoughts and suggestions on things for the Chapter to consider in the year ahead.

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9/13/2023 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Virtual Licensure Exam Review Prep Course

For ALL licensure categories! Join us to prepare for your upcoming licensure exam.

Wednesday, September 13, 2023

9:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. via Zoom

6.5 CEUs

Presenter: Dawn Apgar, Ph.D, LSW, ACSW

Author of social work exam study guides from Springer Publishing

 

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9/21/2023 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

Supervisor Consultation Circle

Earn 1.5 supervision CEUs and connect with other supervisors! Every 3rd Thursday of the month from 12-1:30 p.m.

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10/3/2023 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Co-Responder Program

Speaker: Tad Hoeschen, St. Cloud Police Department

This presentation will cover the intricacies of a collaborative mental health approach to working with those in crisis between law enforcement and mental health services. The St Cloud Police Department/ Central MN Mental Health Center Co-Responder program allows a trained mental health professional to imbed within the police department and go on scene with police officers during calls for service that involve acute mental health crisis. This learning session will cover the details of the mental health co-responder program along with the numerous community collaborations that assist this program in being a huge success within the community of St. Cloud.

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Free and open to social workers in the Central MN Region!

Central MN Region Educational Meetings

Every 1st Tuesday of the month from 5-6 p.m. via Zoom

FREE - 1 CEU

 

REGISTER FOR OTHER UPCOMING TOPICS

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10/4/2023 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Chapter Update – Licensure, Supporting a Diverse Workforce, and More!

Ready to be inspired and re-energized? Come hear about what the chapter has planned for the upcoming year! Join us and get up to speed on important licensure-related efforts in MN and across the county, including the interstate compact and licensure exams. Attendees will hear about partnerships that are moving our work forward as a profession. You’ll also learn about other important initiatives that the chapter is working on such as updates on the Diverse Workforce Initiative and our Affinity Groups. This is also an opportunity to share your thoughts and suggestions on things for the Chapter to consider in the year ahead.

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Upcoming events

Licensure Exam Prep: Registration open!


No need to be nervous! We've got Dawn Apgar, author of the social work exam guides from Springer Publishing sharing her expertise and strategies in our prep course to help you feel confident and ready for your licensure exam. Plus, get tons of great tools and a study guide in hard copy and electronic format.

Students: Get a year of awesome benefits when you become a NASW member and register for the course - all for the same course price as a not-yet-member!

Online registration closes 10 days before the course, so secure your spot for one of our upcoming dates now!

Learn more about the prep course and register now

Post a job or promote your services

Spread the word to our members - and beyond! We are excited to offer several ways to promote your organization? Get the word out about your agency's services or share a job post through our website and member e-newsletter. Package pricing available.

Learn more about advertising opportunities

Looking for a new job?


See openings on our job board!

30-hour supervision training and certification: Registration open!


Complete our Supervisor Certification Series to earn the 30 hours of supervision training needed to be a licensure supervisor in Minnesota - plus, become a NASW-MN Certified Supervisor! 

Start, grow, or strengthen your supervision practice. Whether you’re new to supervision or close to retirement, join us for an interactive, hands-on learning experience.

Learn more about the Supervisor Certification Series and register 

2022 Election Reflections

The Political Action for Candidate Election (PACE) of NASW-MN endorsed a record 72 candidates in state, local, house and senate races; seven of the endorsed candidates were social workers.

We are thrilled that four NASW-MN endorsed social workers were successful in their bid: Rep. Heather Edelson, Rep. Jess Hanson, Bemidji Council Member Emilie Rivera, and Hennepin County Commissioner Angela Conley. A total of 48 of NASW-MN endorsed candidates were elected Tuesday.

Read our full reflection

Earn a CEU every month!

Join us on your lunch break every 1st Wednesday of the month from 12-1 p.m. for a CEU on a timely topic.

FREE for NASW Members and low-cost for Not-Yet-Members.

Check out our Lunch 'n Learn Webinar Series

Browse our self-study library

Did you miss one of our past webinars? Do you need a quick ethics CEU? Good news! We've got loads of self-study CEUs ready for you to view online when you're ready for them! Browse all types of content, complete at your own pace, and rack up independent learning CEUs.

Check out these self-study CEUs

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