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9/3/2024 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Homeless Outreach: Taken it to the Streets

1 CEU - may be counted as Cultural Responsiveness and Clinical

Speaker: Denis McGuinness, MSW, LICSW, St Cloud VA; Pam Illg, Stearns Co Outreach Social Worker; Crystal Petersen, LSW, Social Worker 2, Stearns Co Human Services

The speakers will discuss the perception of homelessness, what homelessness looks like in Central MN, triggers of homelessness, barriers to leaving homelessness, how outreach Social Workers approach people who are experiencing homelessness, dying with dignity, and more.

FREE for Members, $15 for not-yet-members

All social workers are welcome to register. However, content may be specific to Central MN

 

Central MN Region Educational Meetings

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

FREE for Members, $15 for not-yet-members (1 CEU)

REGISTER FOR OTHER UPCOMING TOPICS

 

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9/23/2024 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

NASW-MN's Higher Education Faculty & Staff Forum

National Association of Social Workers (NASW) is the largest membership organization of social workers in the world. The MN Chapter provides resources for its members and the social work community, and works hard to engage students and staff/faculty in the work that we do. Join us for this time together for an opportunity to be more connected with the MN Chapter and learn what the NASW-MN Chapter has going on this year, including our events and get an early look into our legislative priorities. 

This event is for all those affiliated with Social Work Programs across MN - all faculty, staff, adjunct instructors, etc. - please join us! (Not for students)

Attend this event to:

-Learn what your program can do to get students engaged with the Chapter, such as how your policy classes can engage with the Chapter's policy work.

-Learn about discounts available for students/staff/faculty for our events, including group registration opportunities.

-Learn about sponsorship and exhibiting opportunities.

-Receive information about the 2025 NASW-MN Social Work Day at the Capitol.

-Have an opportunity to share ideas about what the Chapter can work on.

-Have an opportunity to inform the Chapter's event planning and strategic planning process.

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12/3/2024 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Mental Health Treatment for the Family System

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 - 5-6 pm CT via Zoom

Speaker: Katie Richburg, MA, LCPC

1 CEU 

This presentation explores the critical role of the family system in mental health treatment, highlighting how family dynamics impact individual well-being. Attendees will learn evidence-based therapeutic approaches, and how Newport Healthcare’s programs promote healthy communication, boundaries, and support, empowering families to heal and thrive together.

 

Central Region Monthly Webinar Series

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

FREE for Members, $15 for not-yet-members (1 CEU)

REGISTER FOR OTHER UPCOMING TOPICS

 

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9/10/2024 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM

Understanding and Supporting Clients After Abortions: A Training for Social Workers

This three-hour training will provide social workers with foundational information about working with clients who have had abortions. Attendees will learn about the myths and facts about the relationships between abortions, mental health, and emotions, as well as receive a framework through which to understand their clients’ experiences. Attendees will also reflect on their own abortion-related values, and practice identifying and vetting additional supportive resources for their clients.

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9/13/2024 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.

Friday, September 13, 2024

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

6.5 CEUs

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

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9/16/2024
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9/19/2024 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

Supervisor Consultation Circle

Whether you are a new or experienced supervisor, these group sessions will allow an opportunity to consult with other supervisors on situations you face when providing group or individual supervision. Attend a few times to help meet your 6 supervision CEUs, or attend monthly and count it as general CEUs*.

These circles are for FREE for NASW-MN members who are currently providing individual or group supervision.

Each group will cap at 6 participants, so register soon to ensure your spot!

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9/23/2024 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

NASW-MN's Higher Education Faculty & Staff Forum

National Association of Social Workers (NASW) is the largest membership organization of social workers in the world. The MN Chapter provides resources for its members and the social work community, and works hard to engage students and staff/faculty in the work that we do. Join us for this time together for an opportunity to be more connected with the MN Chapter and learn what the NASW-MN Chapter has going on this year, including our events and get an early look into our legislative priorities. 

This event is for all those affiliated with Social Work Programs across MN - all faculty, staff, adjunct instructors, etc. - please join us! (Not for students)

Attend this event to:

-Learn what your program can do to get students engaged with the Chapter, such as how your policy classes can engage with the Chapter's policy work.

-Learn about discounts available for students/staff/faculty for our events, including group registration opportunities.

-Learn about sponsorship and exhibiting opportunities.

-Receive information about the 2025 NASW-MN Social Work Day at the Capitol.

-Have an opportunity to share ideas about what the Chapter can work on.

-Have an opportunity to inform the Chapter's event planning and strategic planning process.

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9/25/2024 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Student Affinity Group

Allowing student members to connect and build community across social work programs. Meets montly.

Interested? Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdGj8P7iQybo3FdG0nv4dzGbE05L_Mee1yppIGofiaBBvurxw/viewform

Questions? Contact admin.naswmn@socialworkers.org

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9/27/2024 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM

Minneapolis/St Paul Region - Statewide Networking Event

Connect with Others and Inform our Future! 

Come for the Networking, Stay for the CEU!!!

1 CEU (FREE for attendees)!   

Hosted by the NASW-MN Geographic Reps

Join NASW-MN for our fall networking events happening across the state! This is your chance to shape our strategic and program plans for the coming years. Attend a local networking event and share your thoughts on how NASW-MN can support your practice. We want to hear about the policy issues that matter most to you and the types of training and events you’d like us to offer. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, collaborate, and contribute to our community! 

1 CEU - FREE & Open to all Social Workers and Students

Please register in advance so we can know to expect you. This event will take place in-person.

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10/1/2024 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Tattoos: History, Cultural Variations and Symbolisms of Tattoos

 

Tuesday, October 1, 2024 - 5-6 pm CT (Virtual or In-Person)

Presenter: Ryan Schepp, Cream City Tattoos  

1 CEU

Location: Virtual via Zoom OR In-Person at St Cloud StandDown Building, 722 33rd Ave N, St Cloud (rear entrance)

 

 

Central Region Monthly Webinar Series

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

FREE for Members, $15 for not-yet-members (1 CEU)

REGISTER FOR OTHER UPCOMING TOPICS

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10/4/2024 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Private Practice Clinician Affinity Group

Providing opportunity and space for NASW-MN members operating in private practice to connect, support, and learn from one another. Meets the first Friday of each month @ 12-1p

Interested? Register here: https://bit.ly/joinnaswmngroups

Questions? Contact admin.naswmn@socialworkers.org

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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.

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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 

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

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

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