NASW-CA EmpowerEd Program

Exploring Root Causes and Barriers with Systems Impacted Youth

Your Voice Matters: A Voter Education Session with Dr. Khaleah Bradshaw

Whether you are a first-time voter or looking to refresh your knowledge, this session will provide valuable insights to help you feel confident and prepared when it’s time to cast your vote.

2024 Supervision Updates with the BBS

Stay ahead of the latest supervision regulations with an exclusive presentation by the Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS). This course offers essential insights and practical tools to keep your practice in compliance with the 2024-2025 updates.

Do No Harm – Trauma Informed, Anti-Oppressive Practices in Social Work

This 3 part workshop series will explore the implications of racism, anti-LGBTQ+ practices and white supremacy within the social work profession.

Introduction to Psychedelics in Mental Health (2 CEUs)

Participants will learn about the benefits of psychedelic medicine, specifically ketamine, to treat mental health and the importance of social workers' (and behavioral health professionals') involvement in the psychedelic renaissance.

Abuse in Later Life: Our Role in Supporting Older and Dependent Adults (2 CEUs)

This workshop will benefit social workers and advocates working in aging services and/or with dependent disabled adults in California. Participants will learn about the signs and types of elder/dependent adult abuse and reporting responsibilities.

Suicide Risk Assessment and Intervention Coursework (6 CEUs)

2 Courses

Effective January 1, 2021, all California licensees and associates must complete at least six hours of coursework or supervised experience in suicide risk assessment and intervention.

California Law and Ethics Coursework for Out of State Applicants (12 Hours)

3 Courses

Out of state applicants who submit their ASW or LCSW application on or after January 1, 2020 are required to obtain 12 hours of CA law and ethics coursework.

Prelicense Coursework for Out of State Applicant: Path A - By Credential (40 Hours)

12 Courses

This course bundle is approved for the continuing education requirement for social workers and other mental health professionals looking to get licensed in California who are already licensed in another state.

Prelicense Coursework for Out of State LCSW Applicant: Path B - By Education/Experience (90 Hours)

29 Courses

This course bundle is approved for the continuing education requirement for out-of-state MSWs looking to get licensed in California who aren't licensed in another state.

California Cultures and Social and Psychological Implications (15 Hours)

5 Courses

Course bundle designed to satisfy the 15 Hour California Cultures and Social and Psychological Implications Coursework Requirement for LCSWs, LMFTs and LPCCs.

California Child Abuse Assessment and Reporting (7 Hours)

2 Courses

Satisfies the 7 Hour California Child Abuse Assessment and Reporting Pre-License Coursework Requirement for LCSWs, LMFTs and LPCCs.

Clinical Supervision of ASWs, AMFTs, and APCCs (15 Hours)

3 Courses

These 3 modules meet the 15-hour BBS-mandated training for new clinical supervisors.

HIV and AIDS (7 Hours)

2 Courses

This course bundle meets the mandated 7 Hour HIV/AIDS coursework required for the first license renewal for LCSWs, LMFTs and LPCCs.

LCSW/LMFT Legal and Ethical Responsibilities (6 Hours)

2 Courses

This course bundle can be used toward the ongoing mandated license renewal requirement of six hours of training in law and ethics for California LCSWs and LMFTs.