Continuing Education

The University at Albany School of Social Welfare and the School of Education are committed to supporting the continued growth and development of social workers and other human service professionals in NYS by providing quality workshops and training opportunities. We utilize University at Albany faculty experts and other professionals to disseminate current promising practices and evidence-based knowledge so that you will have the latest information at your fingertips.

Programs and Registration Information

All registration is online and via credit card only. The cost to attend varies and some events are free if not requesting CEUs. See event descriptions for more detail. Click on the course title for a complete description and for registration and payment. Scholarships are available for students and new practitioners.

All events will be held at the UAlbany Downtown Campus unless otherwise noted.

Workshops Being Offered via Zoom

August

Trauma-Informed Compassionate Classrooms: Strategies for being trauma-informed in school and other settings

Presenter: Jennifer L. Bashant, Ph.D.
Wednesday, August 4, 2021 from 8:00am-3:00pm ET with a 1 hour lunch
6 CE Hours- Approved for NYS Social Workers, LMHC, and Licensed Psychologists
Cost: $153 (Includes Dr. Bashant's book, Building a Trauma-Informed Compassionate Classroom, which will serve as a resource during the seminar)
* Register by 7/28/21 to receive your book in time for the workshop!
Presented via Zoom, a Web-Based Platform

September

The Therapist’s Use of Self: The Magic of Attunement

Presenter: Tony Grasso, LCSW
Tuesday, September 21 & October 12, 2021 from 1:00pm to 4:00pm ET
6 CE credits- Approved for NYS Social Workers and LMHCs
Cost: $130
Presented via Zoom, a Web-Based Platform

TRAUMA-INFORMED Creative Arts Therapy for Building Resilience Necessary for Recovery

Wednesday September 22, 2021 from 9:00am to 4:00pm (12:00pm-1:00pm lunch break)
Presenter: Lucy Barbera,PhD, LCAT
6 CE Hours- Approved for NYS Social Workers, LMHC, and Licensed Psychologists
Cost: $170 (Includes costs for materials)
Presented via Zoom, a web-based platform

Readiness Therapy: How to Prepare A Client To Do "The Work"

Monday September 27, 2021 from 1:00pm to 4:00pm
Presenter: Tammy LaBrake, LCSW-R
3 CE Hours- Approved for NYS Social Workers, LMHC, and Licensed Psychologists
Cost: $70
Presented via Zoom, a web-based platform

October

Adapting Manualized Treatments for PTSD – A client centered, principles-based approach

Friday October 1, 2021 from 10am-2:30pm (Break 12-12:30pm)
Presenter: Loretta S. Malta PhD
4 CE Hours- Approved for NYS Social Workers, LMHC, and Licensed Psychologists
Cost: $90
Presented via Zoom, a web-based platform

Women with Histories of Childhood Sexual Abuse: Mothering, Resilience and Protecting the Next Generation

Tuesday October 06, 2021 from 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Presenter: Teresa Gil, PhD
2 CE Hours- Approved for NYS Social Workers, LMHC, and Licensed Psychologists
Cost: $50
Presented via Zoom, a web-based platform
Listen to past podcast episode with presenter.

The Therapist’s Use of Self: The Magic of Attunement

Tuesday, September 21 & October 12, 2021 from 1:00pm to 4:00pm ET
Presenter: Tony Grasso, LCSW
6 CE credits- Approved for NYS Social Workers and LMHCs
Cost: $130
Presented via Zoom, a Web-Based Platform

Cognitive Behavioral Treatment for OCD- An Intro

Tuesday October 19, 2021 from 1:00pm to 5:00pm
Presenter: Tammy LaBrake, LCSW-R
4 CE Hours- Approved for NYS Social Workers, LMHC, and Licensed Psychologists
Cost: $90
Presented via Zoom, a web-based platform
Listen to previous podcast with presenter about CBT for OCD

When Your Client is a QAnon Supporter: Cognitive Biases and the Clinician's Role

Friday, October 29, 2021 from 9:00am to 12:00pm ET
Presenter: Charles D. Safford, LCSW
3 CE credits- Approved for NYS Social Workers, LMHC, and Licensed Psychologists
Cost: $70
Presented via Zoom, a web-based platform

November

Cognitive Behavioral Treatment for OCD- An Advanced Workshop