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LifeLong Learning @ WCC
Personal Enrichment. Professional Development.
Social Workers
Social Worker Professional Continuing Education
If you’re a social worker, you can expand your skills and explore career options through numerous classes. Every class provides contact hours toward your license renewal.
35 classes currently available (ordered alphabetically by class name)
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Dialectical Behavior Therapy 2: Advanced Studies Emotion Regulation Module
Examine the Emotion Regulation Module of Dialectical Behavior Therapy and learn about the bio-social theory of Borderline Personality Disorder. Focus on the interface of the individual with emotion dysregulation and an invaliding environment which can result in Borderline Personality Disorder. Material from the module including lessons and homework will be provided and discussed and the video by Marsha Linehan Ph.D. on Opposite Action will be reviewed.
This class qualifies for 3.00 Contact Hours approved by the Michigan Social Work Continuing Education Collaborative. For more information, visit Social Worker Professional Continuing Education.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy 2: Advanced Studies Schedule Information Section Space Date Day & Time Location Instructor Cost Cart 1 Space available Dec 13, 2010 Mon 9:00am to 11:55am WCC Main Campus Morris J. Lawrence Building Room 128 Carolyn Hartford - Tuition
- $45
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- $45
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Disability Awareness & Etiquette
Do you know the best ways to work with and on behalf of people with disabilities? Do you know what is considered a disability and how you accommodate people who have one? Learn ways for social workers to interact with people who have a variety of disabilities and about resources that are available in the community. Participate in exercises involving scenarios that will help further develop and practice the skills taught in the course. Don't miss this opportunity to sharpen your skills and self reflection and improve your interactions with people who have disabilities.
This class qualifies for 3.00 Contact Hours approved by the Michigan Social Work Continuing Education Collaborative. For more information, visit Social Worker Professional Continuing Education.
Disability Awareness & Etiquette Schedule Information Section Space Date Day & Time Location Instructor Cost Cart 1 Space available Sep 14, 2010 Tue 9:00am to 11:55am WCC Main Campus Morris J. Lawrence Building Room 128 Carolyn Grawi - Tuition
- $45
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- $45
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Disability Rights & Social Work Practice More Than the Law: Good Business
Is your practice compliant with the myriad of laws and regulations related to disability rights? Is it possible you may have overlooked something, or left your practice exposed to potential problems? Understanding disability rights and laws and implementing them in your practice are not only required by law but also make good business sense. Review the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the ADA Amendment Act (ADAAA) in this class designed for the practicing social work professional. Gain an understanding of your responsibility as both an employer and as a service provider and see what these laws mean for social work practice.
This class qualifies for 3.00 Contact Hours approved by the Michigan Social Work Continuing Education Collaborative. For more information, visit Social Worker Professional Continuing Education.
Disability Rights & Social Work Practice Schedule Information Section Space Date Day & Time Location Instructor Cost Cart 1 Space available Oct 20, 2010 Wed 9:00am to 11:55am WCC Main Campus Morris J. Lawrence Building Room 128 Carolyn Grawi - Tuition
- $45
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- $45
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Effects of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder in Children and Adolescents
Children and adolescents who have entered the social service or court system have a higher percentage than their peers of having been exposed to, or been victim of single or multiple traumatic events. How the child responds to the trauma is directly related to the environment the child lives in, how chronic the trauma is, and the availability of healthy support systems. Learn the basic concepts of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and examine current research on PTSD in children or adolescents. Examine the short and long term effects of PTSD and understand the various approaches to treatment. Learn how you can become an effective advocate for young survivors of trauma.
This class qualifies for 3.00 Contact Hours approved by the Michigan Social Work Continuing Education Collaborative. For more information, visit Social Worker Professional Continuing Education.
Effects of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder in Children and Adolescents Schedule Information Section Space Date Day & Time Location Instructor Cost Cart 1 Space available Oct 28, 2010 Thu 4:00pm to 6:55pm WCC Main Campus Morris J. Lawrence Building Room 128 LifeLong Learning instructor - Tuition
- $45
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- $45
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Ethics & School Social Work Guidelines for Social Work Professionals
Examine ethical principles and practices involved in working with school-age youth in this class designed for the social work professional. Explore the NASW Code of Ethics as it relates to ethical issues typical in the educational environment, including specific situations such as social and emotional problems, drug and alcohol use, suspected child abuse, and working with children of undocumented workers. Learn about some of the resources you can use to help work through ethical dilemmas, and check your personal ethics as you find ways to help your school-age clients.
This class qualifies for 3.00 Contact Hours approved by the Michigan Social Work Continuing Education Collaborative. For more information, visit Social Worker Professional Continuing Education.
Ethics & School Social Work Schedule Information Section Space Date Day & Time Location Instructor Cost Cart 1 Space available Nov 2, 2010 Tue 4:00pm to 6:55pm WCC Main Campus Morris J. Lawrence Building Room 128 Lisa Robinson-Lewis - Tuition
- $45
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- $45
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Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders The Impact in Our Communities
People who were exposed to alcohol while in utero are faced with a lifetime of cognitive, physical and social challenges. It is estimated that 1 to 2% of the population have a fetal alcohol spectrum disorder and the 70% of children in foster care are impacted by prenatal alcohol exposure. People who are fetal alcohol affected are institutionalized at a rate of 60% in either a mental health care placement or prison. Examine the spectrum of these disorders, the impact of prenatal alcohol exposure on the developing brain, the primary and secondary disabilities associated with FASD and how social workers can support families and persons with FASD to be contributing members of their communities.
This class qualifies for 3.00 Contact Hours approved by the Michigan Social Work Continuing Education Collaborative. For more information, visit Social Worker Professional Continuing Education.
Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders Schedule Information Section Space Date Day & Time Location Instructor Cost Cart 1 Space available Dec 8, 2010 Wed 4:30pm to 7:25pm WCC Main Campus Morris J. Lawrence Building Room 128 Ann Carrellas - Tuition
- $45
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- $45
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Gay & Lesbian Teens Perspectives for Social Workers
Gay and Lesbian teens are a growing population. Many of these individuals are subjected to ridicule, alienation, isolation, discrimination and in some cases verbal and physical abuse. Learn methods of therapeutic interventions that can help you serve this client population. Identify theories relating to teenage gay and Lesbian social development and behavior, and learn about possible hindrances interfering with the delivery of service.
This class qualifies for 3.00 Contact Hours approved by the Michigan Social Work Continuing Education Collaborative. For more information, visit Social Worker Professional Continuing Education.
Gay & Lesbian Teens Schedule Information Section Space Date Day & Time Location Instructor Cost Cart 1 Space available Oct 9, 2010 Sat 9:00am to 11:55am WCC Main Campus Morris J. Lawrence Building Room 150 Raynard Nelson - Tuition
- $45
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- $45
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Impacts of Economics & Race on Health & Wellness Understanding Health Disparities
Gain an understanding of the effects of economic and racial differences on health, wellness, and health care, and explore insights and innovative solutions. Examine the role of personal beliefs in delivery of care. Review local, state, and national public health statistics, and look at how health policies related to environmental issues affect community health.
This class qualifies for 3.00 Contact Hours approved by the Michigan Social Work Continuing Education Collaborative. For more information, visit Social Worker Professional Continuing Education.
Impacts of Economics & Race on Health & Wellness Schedule Information Section Space Date Day & Time Location Instructor Cost Cart 2 Space available Aug 14, 2010 Sat 9:00am to 11:55am WCC Main Campus Business Education Building Room 140 Elizabeth Spring - Tuition
- $45
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- $45
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Interventions with Adolescent & Young Adult Males Gender Identity & Sexualized Violence
Adolescent and young adult men encounter a range of powerful biopsychosocial forces that interact with, reinforce, and shape their developing gender identities in important ways. Some of these interactions can have profound effects on young men's capacities for mature adult intimate and sexual relationships and can contribute to sexualized violence, such as rape and intimate partner violence. Learn about the forces at work in shaping the concept of masculinity in young men and the implications for society. Examine the theoretical, research, and clinical material concerning the intersections between gender identity development and sexualized violence. Discuss implications for social workers who work with adolescent and young adult males as you learn ways to apply this knowledge to clinical social work interventions.
This class qualifies for 3.00 Contact Hours approved by the Michigan Social Work Continuing Education Collaborative. For more information, visit Social Worker Professional Continuing Education.
Interventions with Adolescent & Young Adult Males Schedule Information Section Space Date Day & Time Location Instructor Cost Cart 1 Space available Nov 13, 2010 Sat 9:00am to 11:55am WCC Main Campus Morris J. Lawrence Building Room 150 Samara Hough, David Votruba, Anne Handeyside - Tuition
- $45
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- $45
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Live 100% Now An Evidence-Based Clinical Program
Life, especially when defined in terms of healthy living, is energy in motion. In Live 100% Now, you will learn hands-on exercises and theories on cognitive and physical energy management to improve one's quality of life. Learn to harness mental and physical energy to attain emotional, spiritual, physical and social health. These exercises and clinical breakthroughs can be applied in individual and group sessions.
This class qualifies for 6.00 Contact Hours approved by the Michigan Social Work Continuing Education Collaborative. For more information, visit Social Worker Professional Continuing Education.
Live 100% Now Schedule Information Section Space Date Day & Time Location Instructor Cost Cart 1 Space available Nov 4, 2010 to Nov 11, 2010 Thu 4:30pm to 7:25pm WCC Main Campus Morris J. Lawrence Building Room 128 Josehns Goncalves - Tuition
- $69
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- $69
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