Month: January 2026

Social Work, Sports, and Society

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Qur-an Webb, MSW
Thursday, March 12, 2026Register Now
Live Webinar
2 pm – 4 pm (ET)
2 CECs

Registration Fee: $50
10% discount for UConn SSW Alumni and Current SSW Field Instructors

This webinar explores the dynamic intersection of social work, sports, and societal issues, focusing on how athletics can serve as a platform for addressing social challenges. Participants will examine the mental health needs of athletes, the impact of race and gender in sports, and the crucial role of social work in supporting athletes, coaches, and officials.

Topics include mental health awareness and resilience-building and relationships within athletics. The training will also look into race while preparing participants to foster positive societal change through the lens of sports and social work.

Learning Objectives:
• Explore the role of social work in athletics and the fundamentals of mental health in sports
• Discussing the importance of fostering healthy relationships amongst the spectators, athletes’ coaches, and officials
• Explore diversity, inclusion, and strengthening self-worth and integrity in individual and team dynamics
• Develop strategies for managing goals, their impact on motivation, maintaining focus and achieving long-term success

Surviving and Thriving in your Private Practice

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Jennifer Berton, PhD, LICSW, CADC-IIRegister Now for CE programs

Wednesday, March 11, 2026

Virtual
9:00 am – 12 pm (ET)
3 CECs

Registration Fee: $75
UConn SSW Alumni and Current Field Instructors receive a 10% discount

Link to webinar will be included in your email confirmation

Ready to take your private practice to the next level? This interactive workshop is designed exclusively for clinicians who have completed “Building Your Private Practice” and are eager to confidently apply what they’ve learned. Join Dr. Jenn and fellow professionals to tackle real-world challenges, troubleshoot obstacles, and refine your systems—so your practice not only survives, but truly thrives. Bring your questions, roadblocks, and ideas for a supportive, hands-on experience that turns insight into action.

Learning Objectives:

  • Identify and analyze common challenges faced in private practice, including workflow, client management, and business growth
  • Develop personalized strategies for overcoming obstacles and optimizing key practice systems
  • Apply workshop insights to troubleshoot specific issues in your own practice, with feedback from peers and Dr. Jenn
  • 4. Strengthen confidence in maintaining, developing, and evolving a sustainable, client-centered private practice.