ONLINE CEUS are available any time of day or night through NASW.  Ethics CEUs are also available.  Courses include:  NASW Code of Ethics, Malpractice, End of Life, Cancer Caregiving, Adolescent Health, HIV/AIDS and more. 

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“Ethical Practice:  A Social Worker's Best Defense Against Malpractice” FRIDAY, AUGUST 13, 2010, SANDPOINT SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL AUDITORIUM, Sandpoint, Idaho 9:00 AM - 12:15 PM (Pacific Time),  3 continuing education hours including 1 hour of ETHICS This session, developed especially for social workers, is sponsored by NASW Assurance Services, Inc. (ASI) of Frederick, MD, and the Idaho Chapter of the National Association of Social Workers.  It will describe the most significant malpractice risks in social work today and numerous methods of mitigating and reducing one’s risk of being sued for malpractice.   The presentation is intended for social workers in all settings and positions, not just the clinical, therapeutic mental health setting.   Social work students are invited to attend free of charge (student ID required).  The session will cover key concepts in risk management, such as confidentiality and its exceptions, duty to warn, and informed consent.  The seminar will reveal the major reasons why social workers are sued and what you can do about those risks.  We will define what constitutes a malpractice case and emphasize important recordkeeping issues, guidelines for supervision, special tips for clinical and private practitioners, and brief you about your malpractice insurance, its special features and implications for your practice.   A free attendee toolkit will be distributed at the workshop which contains information about ASI, the workshop presenter, resources for managing your malpractice risk, insurance FAQs, and insurance applications.      THREE LEARNING OBJECTIVES 1.    Understand key concepts that will reduce your risk of being sued for malpractice and the triggers that constitute malpractice. 2.    Learn numerous methods and strategies for better protecting yourself from a malpractice suit and for quickly exonerating yourself if you are sued. 3.    Understand the special aspects of professional liability insurance and the implications for continuous coverage of your practice, past and future. PRESENTER Carole Mae Olson, ACSW, LICSW, is a former Trustee of the National Association of Social Workers Insurance Trust.  She recently retired after thirteen years as Executive Director of Episcopal Community Services in Minneapolis, Minnesota.  She is a licensed practitioner who worked primarily in Family Service settings with a focus on family violence issues and self-help programs. A long time member of the National Association of Social Workers (NASW), she has been a Chapter President, a member and Treasurer of the National Board of Directors, and Chair of the National Committee on Nominations and Leadership Identification.  Carole Mae has a Master of Science degree from Columbia University. RSVP and REGISTRATION 1.    E-MAIL your name, address, and phone number to naswidaho@earthlink.net to secure your spot.  Refunds will not be given after August 5th.  Workshop will be cancelled if we do not have a minimum of 35 registrants by August 5th (and refunds will be returned.) 2.    MAIL check or money order for $15 for NASW member registration, $50 for non-member to NASW Idaho, 320 11th Avenue South, Ste. 202, Nampa, ID 83651 SOCIAL WORK STUDENTS and FACULTY are free of charge.  Please RSVP, however, by e-mail so we have an accurate headcount for the presenter. PLEASE CONTACT NASW IDAHO if you have any questions:  naswidaho@earthlink.net or (208) 475-4215

August

 

4th Wednesday, BOISE, workshop on PSYCHOTHERAPY UPDATE utilizing current research from neuroscience, presented by a licensed clinical social worker.   6.25 CEUs for all levels of licensure in Idaho.   For registration details, contact the NASW Idaho Chapter Office if you are a dues-paying member:  (208) 475-4215  If you are not a member of NASW you can join with a credit card by clicking here:  http://www.socialworkers.org/nasw/join/default.asp

 

12th Thursday, GREAT FALLS, MONTANA, workshop on REDUCING RISK FOR ALZHEIMER'S and other AGE-RELATED COGNITIVE DECLINE, presented by a master's level community health educator- David R. Larsen-and Master Trainer for the Alzheimer's Association.  NASW Idaho has certified this workshop for 6.0 CEUs for all levels of licensure in Idaho.  REGISTER online: http://www.health-ed.com/semRegister.php?semID=1795 
13th Friday, MISSOULA, MONTANA, workshop on REDUCING RISK FOR ALZHEIMER'S and other AGE-RELATED COGNITIVE DECLINE, presented by a master's level community health educator- David R. Larsen-and Master Trainer for the Alzheimer's Association.  NASW Idaho has certified this workshop for 6.0 CEUs for all levels of licensure in Idaho.  REGISTER online: http://www.health-ed.com/semRegister.php?semID=1796

 

13th Friday, SANDPOINT, IDAHO, "ETHICAL PRACTICE: A Social Worker's Best Defense Against Malpractice," presented by a clinical social workers and expert in social work liability. SEE ABOVE (white box) FOR COMPLETE DETAILS.  $15 for NASW members, $50 for non-members, Free for social work students and faculty members.

 

18th & 19th Wednesday & Thursday, BOISE, seminar on, NEUROSCIENCE OF TRAUMA and EMDR 8-Stage Protocol for Reprocessing Traumatic Memories, presented by a licensed professional counselor.   13.0 CEUs for all levels of licensure in Idaho.   For registration details, contact the NASW Idaho Chapter Office if you are a dues-paying member:  (208) 475-4215  If you are not a member of NASW you can join with a credit card by clicking here:  http://www.socialworkers.org/nasw/join/default.asp

 

27th & 28th Friday & Saturday, BOISE, seminar on, PLAY THERAPY, presented by a licensed professional counselor.   CEUs for all levels of licensure in Idaho.   For registration details, contact the NASW Idaho Chapter Office if you are a dues-paying member:  (208) 475-4215  If you are not a member of NASW you can join with a credit card by clicking here:  http://www.socialworkers.org/nasw/join/default.asp

 

 

September

8th Wednesday, BOISE, workshop on MOTIVATIONAL INTERVIEWING, presented by a certified master's level addictions counselor.   6.25 CEUs for all levels of licensure in Idaho.   For registration details, contact the NASW Idaho Chapter Office if you are a dues-paying member:  (208) 475-4215  If you are not a member of NASW you can join with a credit card by clicking here:  http://www.socialworkers.org/nasw/join/default.asp

8th-11th  Wednesday-Saturday, NATIONAL CONFERENCE ON ADDICTION DISORDERS, Washington DC.   With over 60 sessions ranging from addiction and counseling specific topics to administrative, technology, and infrastructure programs, this conference will tackle the most critical issues in treatment programs and facilities.  Check this website regularly for updates and information on conference registration:  www.NCAD10.com   Please notify the Idaho Chapter Office if you plan to attend:  (208) 475-4215 or naswidaho@earthlink.net

 

20th Monday, BOISE, workshop on PERSONALITY DISORDERS, presented by a licensed psychologist.   6.0 CEUs for all levels of licensure in Idaho.   For registration details, contact the NASW Idaho Chapter Office if you are a dues-paying member:  (208) 475-4215  If you are not a member of NASW you can join with a credit card by clicking here:  http://www.socialworkers.org/nasw/join/default.asp

 

21st Tuesday, IDAHO FALLS, workshop on PERSONALITY DISORDERS, presented by a licensed psychologist.   6.0 CEUs for all levels of licensure in Idaho.   For registration details, contact the NASW Idaho Chapter Office if you are a dues-paying member:  (208) 475-4215  If you are not a member of NASW you can join with a credit card by clicking here:  http://www.socialworkers.org/nasw/join/default.asp

 

28th Tuesday, BOISE, workshop on RISK ASSESSMENT (and ethics of risk management), presented by a licensed clinical counselor.   6.25 CEUs for all levels of licensure in Idaho (includes 1.5 hours of ethics continuing education).   For registration details, contact the NASW Idaho Chapter Office if you are a dues-paying member:  (208) 475-4215  If you are not a member of NASW you can join with a credit card by clicking here:  http://www.socialworkers.org/nasw/join/default.asp

 

November

2ND  Tuesday, GENERAL ELECTION for the State of Idaho, polling places open 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

 

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Dues-paying members of NASW receive free and reduced rates for CEUs.  Only dues-paying members can call the Chapter Office to receive details on CEU offerings by providers who have not paid an advertising fee.  To join NASW Idaho, go to: https://www.socialworkers.org/nasw/join/default.asp

 

Last Updated 7/29/2010 DS