Although there is a debate about whether our prisons are places for rehabilitation, there is ample evidence that incarceration is a form of trauma. In addition to imprisonment, many people who end up in prison have a history of early childhood trauma and high adverse childhood experiences (ACE scores). We will explore trauma and post-incarceration syndrome and special considerations for re-entry. You will:
    • Identify the prevalence of early childhood trauma in incarcerated people
    • Know comprehensive definition of post-incarceration syndrome
    • Understand special considerations for working with clients with trauma and post-incarceration syndrome
    • Establish treatment recommendations Course provides 2 contact hour for NYS Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists and Licensed Mental Health Counselors. Course provides 2 hour of continuing education credits for NYS Licensed Clinical and Master Social Workers.

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Prerequisites: Course provides 2 contact hours for NYS Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists and Licensed Mental Health Counselors. Course provides 2 hours of continuing education credits for NYS Licensed Clinical and Master Social Workers.

Re-center your mindset around mental health care! Mental health care isn’t just a clinical practice, it belongs in every area of our lives. In this two part workshop, you will engage in interactive discussions, reflective exercises, and practical activities on a range of topics all centered on promoting mental well-being, empathy, and positive communication. By the end of this workshop, you will have gained valuable knowledge and practical skills to foster mental wellness, create a culture of care, and support the well-being of yourself and others in various settings. Upon successful completion of the course, you will receive a certification as a Mental Health First Aider. This certification signifies your competence in providing initial mental health support and your commitment to promoting mental well-being in your community. You will:
    • Explore how you can create a culture of care in personal and professional settings
    • Identify strategies for promoting inclusivity, empathy, and respect in all interactions
    • Develop skills to establish supportive environments that prioritize mental well-being and foster a sense of belonging.
    • Acquire Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) Skills such as providing initial support and assistance to individuals in mental health crises or distressing situations
    • Learn practical self-care techniques to maintain personal mental wellness.
    • Develop strategies for managing stress, building resilience, and setting healthy boundaries.

Prerequisites: This training will be held live online Wednesday, Nov 15, 5:00pm - 8:00pm AND Saturday, Nov 18, 8:00am - 3:00pm. Participants must attend both sessions to receive continuing education credits. Course provides 8 contact hours for NYS Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists and Licensed Mental Health Counselors. Course provides 8 hours of continuing education credits for NYS Licensed Clinical and Master Social Workers.

Over the last several years, particularly during and in the aftermath of the COVID virus, the number of people seeking counseling services due to affective struggles has increased dramatically. As the level of stressors intensifies, so does the challenge to regulate and express our feelings in healthy ways. Complicating this matter further is the increasingly widespread acceptance of aggression as a form of resolve. In this training, you will explore the dynamics associated with the regulation of affect. Included will be methods of affective recognition, stress management strategies, healthy forms of expressing feelings, and the “art” of self-care. You will:
    • Develop increased knowledge and skills pertaining to emotional regulation
    • Build greater confidence in working with individuals struggling to manage and express their feelings
    • Gain a deeper understanding of the dynamics associated with emotional discord

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Prerequisites: Course provides 6 contact hours for NYS Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists and Licensed Mental Health Counselors. Course provides 6 hours of continuing education credits for NYS Licensed Clinical and Master Social Workers.

New York State law mandates many licensed professionals, teachers, and school administrators to complete a two-hour course regarding the identification and reporting of child abuse and maltreatment. You will learn: -how to identify and report child abuse/maltreatment -the statutory reporting requirements You must attend the full two hours of this workshop to fulfill NYS requirements for your certificate of completion.

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Prerequisites: Under "License/Permit Number," please enter the last 5-digits of your SS number. It is required for the TEACH upload.

Introduces research-based strategies and experience for preventing and dealing with the effects of school violence at all grade levels.

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Prerequisites: Under "License/Permit Number," please enter the last 5-digits of your SS number. It is required for the TEACH upload.

You will review the DASA act, look at the causes and effects of bullying on students and schools, and present ways to work with bullies and victims. Several models will be used to explain the needs of children who are bullied and what happens when these needs are not met. You will be challenged to look at your own backgrounds and assumptions about bullying and come up with strategies to prevent bullying in your classrooms, schools and teams. Harassment, discrimination, and cyberbullying will also be highlighted. Please note: Sessions fill well before the registration deadline. Register early to guarantee your seat in a workshop.

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Prerequisites: Under "License/Permit Number," please enter the last 5-digits of your SS number. It is required for the TEACH upload.

You will review the DASA act, look at the causes and effects of bullying on students and schools, and present ways to work with bullies and victims. Several models will be used to explain the needs of children who are bullied and what happens when these needs are not met. You will be challenged to look at your own backgrounds and assumptions about bullying and come up with strategies to prevent bullying in your classrooms, schools and teams. Harassment, discrimination, and cyberbullying will also be highlighted. Please note: Sessions fill well before the registration deadline. Register early to guarantee your seat in a workshop.

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Prerequisites: Under "License/Permit Number," please enter the last 5-digits of your SS number. It is required for the TEACH upload.