In-person Seminars
Art of Diagnosis	Fri, Nov 22	9:30 am - 4 pm
Making Sense of the DSM 5 TR	Fri, Dec 6	9:30 am - 4 pm
The Clinical Interview	Fri, Dec 20	9:30 am - 4 pm
Live webinars	Date	Time
Children and Grief: A Developmental Perspective -2 part	Wed, Nov 13 and 20	10 am - 12 pm
Unmasking Gang Culture: Understanding and Addressing Gang Behavior*	Thurs, Nov 21	6 pm - 8 pm

*This program provides at least 1 hour of content on cultural competency.

A Professional Development Program for Social Work Supervisors of Direct Practice Across the Life Course

October 2024 - March 2025

There is a critical need for enhanced continuing education for social work supervisors. Social workers are often thrust into supervisory roles without the skills, knowledge, or support they need to succeed. This premier 36-hour certificate program features an advanced curriculum with a focus on some of the most complex issues that challenge MSW supervisors. Modules are taught by experienced, practice-based instructors.  The Social Work Practice Fellows (SWPF) program will provide interactive presentations, engaging conversations, and small group discussions with colleagues and instructors. UConn is one of four sites of a multi-university initiative which includes Adelphi University, Syracuse University, and Loyola University Chicago.. The SWPF offers much-needed peer support and networking opportunities. Now in Year 7, each new cohort of graduates becomes part of a growing professional network of alumni with whom they can connect for mutual support​.

The program is intended for social workers employed in a wide range of community agencies. You must be currently supervising social service staff (not only students). Participants will need a computer or tablet with a reliable webcam, microphone, speakers, and internet connection.  The 12 virtual sessions (3 hours each) will cover the content areas listed below. Completion of all 12 sessions is required to receive a certificate of achievement and earn CECs. Enrollment limited to 25.

Eligibility and Requirements - The participants selected for the program must be:

• MSW-level social workers
• Currently supervising social service workers (supervisees can include any number of MSWs, BSWs, or other social service staff)

Fee: $950

36 CECs: Satisfies the cultural competency requirement for Connecticut social work licensing.

All sessions will be virtual.

Content Areas	Instructors	Dates/Times Fridays 9 am - 12 pm
Advancing Skills in Individual and Group Supervision	Jo Nol, PhD, MS, LCSW	Completed
Teaching Social Work Assessment and Planning Skills	William C. Gilbert, PhD, MSW, LCSW, AADC	Fri, Nov 15 &  22
Trauma-informed Supervision through a Social Justice Lens	Patricia D. Wilcox, LCSW Aminah Ali, LMSW	Fri, Dec 13 & 20
Health Challenges Impacting Individuals and Families	Jeannette de Jesús, MSW, MPA	Fri, Jan 10
Advancing Supervisory Skills in Responding to Children and Families in Crisis	Jennifer Berton, PhD, LICSW, CADC-II	Fri, Jan, 17
Advancing Knowledge of Mental Health and Substance Use	Patricia D. Wilcox, LCSW	Fri, Feb 7 & 14
Furthering Ability to Confront Performance and Organizational Challenges	Jo Nol, PhD, MS, LCSW	Fri, March 7 & 14

 

Expectations for Successful Completion

• Attend all 36 training hours (Our Attendance Policy details the procedure if a session is missed due to an emergency)
• Complete pre- and post-program self-assessments of supervisory practices
• Participate in activities and discussions
• For CECs, full attendance is required; CECs are not prorated
• Certificates of completion will be issued at the end of the program to those who complete all program hours

Application: Social work supervisors must apply for acceptance into the program. We will strive to bring together a diverse group of participants. Apply early. Payment is not due until you have received your acceptance email. Based on the volume of applications, acceptance decisions will be made every 2-3 weeks until the program is full. Enrollment limited to 25.

Attendance Policy:  We understand that unexpected circumstances arise and attendance at a session may not be possible. In this situation, you should immediately email ssw.ce@uconn.edu. Participants can miss up to 6 hours of the program.  To receive credit for the missed class, you must complete a make-up assignment associated with the session.  Make-up assignments need to be completed within two (2) weeks of the missed session.

Cancellation and Refund Policy: Cancellations must be received in writing at ssw.ce@uconn.edu. Refunds will be processed if written notice of cancellation is received 2 weeks prior to the start of the program. No refunds will be issued after this date. There are no partial refunds.

The UConn School of Social Work is approved by the CT Department of Public Health to provide continuing education credits for social workers (LCSW and LMSW).  As an accredited University, many of our programs meet the licensure criteria for other behavioral health professionals, including those listed below. We recommend checking with your licensing organization to verify that they will accept UConn SSW continuing education credits.

• Professional Counselors
• Marriage and Family Therapists
• Psychologists

Certificates of Completion are emailed within four (4) business days of each program to participants who have attended all scheduled program hours and whose registration fees are paid. Certificates indicate the number of continuing education credits (CECs) granted as specified in each program description. CECs will not be prorated.

Connecticut Social Work Licensure:
Social Workers must complete one (1) contact hour of training or education in each registration period on the topic of cultural competency. Programs that satisfy this requirement will be noted in the descriptions.

Licensed social workers (and certain other licensed professionals) are required to attain two (2) hours of continuing education on veterans and families of veterans every six years.  Training must cover the topic of mental health conditions common to veterans and family members of veterans, including (A) determining whether a patient is a veteran or family member of a veteran, (B) screening for conditions such as post-traumatic stress disorder, risk of suicide, depression and grief, and (C) suicide prevention training. Programs that satisfy this requirement will be noted in the descriptions.

For questions about Connecticut social work licensure, contact the CT Department of Public Health.

Accreditation:
UConn School of Social work is nationally accredited by the Council on Social Work Education. The University of Connecticut is regionally accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, Inc. through its Commission on Institutions of Higher Education.

 

The Campaign School for Social Workers is for anyone who wants to be more politically active as a candidate, staff, volunteer, and/or advocate for social change. Attendees learn from political social workers and national experts why they belong in politics. Taught through the lens of the social work profession’s values and Code of Ethics, this powerful workshop addresses central issues including race, identity, and ethics. This program is approved for 12 Continuing Education Credits (CECs).

Visit the Campaign School website for more information.

Fees and Payments: Please refer to individual program descriptions for fee information. Payment may be made online by credit card. We accept VISA, MasterCard, and Discover. If you are using an agency purchase order, please contact ssw.ce@uconn.edu for instructions.

Your registration is complete when payment is received by the UConn School of Social Work.  You will receive a confirmation by email. If you do not receive a confirmation, please contact the UConn SSW Center for  Continuing Education and Professional Development office: ssw.ce@uconn.edu.

Cancellations and Substitutions:

If you are unable to attend the program for which you are registered, please email our office to cancel your registration. Please note:

• If space is available, we will gladly transfer your registration to another program.
• Substitutions: another staff person from your agency may attend in your place.

Refund Policy: A refund will be processed if the cancellation is received by email 48 hours prior to the start of a program. There are no partial refunds.  

Do you have a suggestion for a webinar topic? Do you have expertise in a particular area and are interested in submitting a brief continuing education proposal for consideration? We welcome your suggestions.

Contact Us: SSWCE@uconn.edu