For Professional Counselors, Marriage and Family Therapists, and Educational Psychologists licensed by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences, the board accepts courses by NBCC approved providers. Continued has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7484. To find approved courses, select NBCC from the Association menu.
The California Association for Alcohol/Drug Educators (CAADE) Addiction Counselor Certification Board of California (ACCBC) requires provider approval. Continued is an approved provider #CP40 206 C 0422. To find approved courses, select ACCBC from the Association menu.
The CADTP California SUD Counselor Certification Agency (CADTP) requires provider approval. Continued is an approved provider #241. To find approved courses, select CADTP from the Association menu.
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For all other professionals, please check with your state board for current requirements. Professionals are responsible for ensuring that they complete courses relevant to their credential and scope of practice.
1/counseling/ceus/course/into-action-program-design-to-1021Into Action: Program Design to Address Social Determinants of Mental HealthIn this course, participants will get an overview of the social determinants of mental health in America, and an introduction to designing initiatives or programs to address such determinants. Best practices in working across sectors, community engagement, and evaluation will be discussed.auditory, textual, visual99USDSubscriptionUnlimited COURSE Access for $99/yearOnlineOnlyContinued Counselingwww.continued.com/counselingInto Action: Program Design to Address Social Determinants of Mental HealthIn this course, participants will get an overview of the social determinants of mental health in America, and an introduction to designing initiatives or programs to address such determinants. Best practices in working across sectors, community engagement, and evaluation will be discussed.1021OnlinePT60M
ASWB ACE/1.0 General; CA (CAADE)/1.0; CA (CADTP)/1.0; CA (CCAPP-EI)/1.0; CE Broker/1.0 Counseling Techniques, Counseling, CE Broker #20-1100720; CE Hours/1.0; CT (CCB)/1.0; GA (ADACBGA)/1.0; IACET/0.1; IL (MFT CE Sponsor)/1.0; MO (MCB)/1.0; NAADAC/1.0 Treatment Plan, Counseling Services; NBCC CE Hours/1.0; NY-Contact Hours/1.0 Self-Study; OH (OCDP)/1.0 C5, S3; OK (LPC/LMFT)/1.0; OK (OBLADC)/1.0
In this course, participants will get an overview of the social determinants of mental health in America, and an introduction to designing initiatives or programs to address such determinants. Best practices in working across sectors, community engagement, and evaluation will be discussed.
2/counseling/ceus/course/confident-communication-mastering-5-styles-1029Confident Communication: Mastering the 5 Communication StylesWelcome to Mastering the 5 Communication Styles. Get ready for an engaging and interactive journey where you'll discover your communication style and learn how all styles influence your interactions with others. We'll delve into the five communication styles: aggressive, passive, passive aggressive, manipulative, and assertive. Each style may have its place depending on the situation, but we'll focus on how to effectively use assertive communication to enhance both personal and professional relationships. Please note: the communication styles are not necessarily labels for individuals. Rather, they provide a helpful framework for understanding and adapting our communication for maximum effectiveness.auditory, textual, visual99USDSubscriptionUnlimited COURSE Access for $99/yearOnlineOnlyContinued Counselingwww.continued.com/counselingConfident Communication: Mastering the 5 Communication StylesWelcome to Mastering the 5 Communication Styles. Get ready for an engaging and interactive journey where you'll discover your communication style and learn how all styles influence your interactions with others. We'll delve into the five communication styles: aggressive, passive, passive aggressive, manipulative, and assertive. Each style may have its place depending on the situation, but we'll focus on how to effectively use assertive communication to enhance both personal and professional relationships. Please note: the communication styles are not necessarily labels for individuals. Rather, they provide a helpful framework for understanding and adapting our communication for maximum effectiveness.1029OnlinePT60M
CA (CAADE)/1.0; CA (CADTP)/1.0; CA (CCAPP-EI)/1.0; CE Broker/1.0 Counseling Techniques, Verbal Communication, Industrial-Organizational Psychology, CE Broker #20-1100716; CE Hours/1.0; CT (CCB)/1.0; GA (ADACBGA)/1.0; IACET/0.1; IL (MFT CE Sponsor)/1.0; MO (MCB)/1.0; NAADAC/1.0 Counseling Services, Legal Ethical And Professional Development; NBCC CE Hours/1.0; NY-Contact Hours/1.0 Self-Study; OH (OCDP)/1.0 P3; OK (LPC/LMFT)/1.0; OK (OBLADC)/1.0
Welcome to Mastering the 5 Communication Styles. Get ready for an engaging and interactive journey where you'll discover your communication style and learn how all styles influence your interactions with others. We'll delve into the five communication styles: aggressive, passive, passive aggressive, manipulative, and assertive. Each style may have its place depending on the situation, but we'll focus on how to effectively use assertive communication to enhance both personal and professional relationships. Please note: the communication styles are not necessarily labels for individuals. Rather, they provide a helpful framework for understanding and adapting our communication for maximum effectiveness.
3/counseling/ceus/course/introduction-to-disaster-understanding-emergency-1240Introduction to Disaster: Understanding Emergency ManagementEmergency management is critical for all professions, especially helping professionals. This course introduces the history and concept of emergency management and explores ethics, decision-making, and limitations of emergency management.auditory, textual, visual99USDSubscriptionUnlimited COURSE Access for $99/yearOnlineOnlyContinued Counselingwww.continued.com/counselingIntroduction to Disaster: Understanding Emergency ManagementEmergency management is critical for all professions, especially helping professionals. This course introduces the history and concept of emergency management and explores ethics, decision-making, and limitations of emergency management.1240OnlinePT60M
ASWB ACE/1.25 General; CA (CAADE)/1.0; CA (CADTP)/1.0; CA (CCAPP-EI)/1.0; CE Broker/1.0 Counseling Theories, Crisis Response, CE Broker #20-1076586; CE Hours/1.0; CT (CCB)/1.0; GA (ADACBGA)/1.0; IACET/0.1; IL (MFT CE Sponsor)/1.0; MO (MCB)/1.0; NAADAC/1.0 Counseling Services, Legal Ethical And Professional Development; NBCC CE Hours/1.0; NY-Contact Hours/1.0 Self-Study; OH (OCDP)/1.0 TR1; OK (LPC/LMFT)/1.0; OK (OBLADC)/1.0
Emergency management is critical for all professions, especially helping professionals. This course introduces the history and concept of emergency management and explores ethics, decision-making, and limitations of emergency management.
4/counseling/ceus/course/opioid-crisis-sociological-perspective-1014The Opioid Crisis: A Sociological PerspectiveIn this course the social context of the opioid crisis will be discussed, including societal-level contributing factors. A holistic approach to addressing the crisis is presented, with applications to the health professional’s role.auditory, textual, visual99USDSubscriptionUnlimited COURSE Access for $99/yearOnlineOnlyContinued Counselingwww.continued.com/counselingThe Opioid Crisis: A Sociological PerspectiveIn this course the social context of the opioid crisis will be discussed, including societal-level contributing factors. A holistic approach to addressing the crisis is presented, with applications to the health professional’s role.1014OnlinePT60M
ASWB ACE/1.0 General; CA (CAADE)/1.0; CA (CADTP)/1.0; CA (CCAPP-EI)/1.0; CE Broker/1.0 Social And Cultural Foundations, Diagnosis Of Substance Use Disorder, CE Broker #20-1099012; CE Hours/1.0; CT (CCB)/1.0; GA (ADACBGA)/1.0; IACET/0.1; IL (ICB)/1.0 Counselor I, Counselor II, Preventionist I, Preventionist II, CARS I, CARS II, CODP I, CODP II, PCGC II, CCJP II, CAAP I, CRSS I, CRSS II, CPRS I, CPRS II, MAATP I, MAATP II, CFPP II, CVSS II; IL (MFT CE Sponsor)/1.0; MI (MCBAP)/1.0 Specific; MO (MCB)/1.0; NAADAC/1.0 Counseling Services, Pharmacology And Physiology; NBCC CE Hours/1.0; NY-Contact Hours/1.0 Self-Study; OH (OCDP)/1.0 C1; OK (LPC/LMFT)/1.0; OK (OBLADC)/1.0
In this course the social context of the opioid crisis will be discussed, including societal-level contributing factors. A holistic approach to addressing the crisis is presented, with applications to the health professional’s role.
5/counseling/ceus/course/using-emotional-intelligence-as-communication-1023Using Emotional Intelligence as a Communication CompassWe all communicate daily in our work, with those we know and with those we do not know well. It is important always to remember that the intent of any message is not as important as the interpretation of the message we are giving. From that lens, we will explore what emotional intelligence (EQ) is, why it is important, and why, if we do not have a “high” EQ, we can find ourselves in difficult conversations with others, with no idea how to repair the damage.auditory, textual, visual99USDSubscriptionUnlimited COURSE Access for $99/yearOnlineOnlyContinued Counselingwww.continued.com/counselingUsing Emotional Intelligence as a Communication CompassWe all communicate daily in our work, with those we know and with those we do not know well. It is important always to remember that the intent of any message is not as important as the interpretation of the message we are giving. From that lens, we will explore what emotional intelligence (EQ) is, why it is important, and why, if we do not have a “high” EQ, we can find ourselves in difficult conversations with others, with no idea how to repair the damage.1023OnlinePT60M
ASWB ACE/1.25 General; CA (CAADE)/1.0; CA (CADTP)/1.0; CA (CCAPP-EI)/1.0; CE Broker/1.0 Counseling Techniques, Client/counselor Therapeutic Relationship, Industrial-Organizational Psychology, CE Broker #20-1110506; CE Hours/1.0; CT (CCB)/1.0; GA (ADACBGA)/1.0; IACET/0.1; IL (MFT CE Sponsor)/1.0; MO (MCB)/1.0; NAADAC/1.0 Counseling Services; NBCC CE Hours/1.0; NY-Contact Hours/1.0 Self-Study; OH (OCDP)/1.0 P3; OK (LPC/LMFT)/1.0; OK (OBLADC)/1.0
We all communicate daily in our work, with those we know and with those we do not know well. It is important always to remember that the intent of any message is not as important as the interpretation of the message we are giving. From that lens, we will explore what emotional intelligence (EQ) is, why it is important, and why, if we do not have a “high” EQ, we can find ourselves in difficult conversations with others, with no idea how to repair the damage.
6/counseling/ceus/course/burnout-among-mental-health-professionals-1010Burnout Among Mental Health Professionals: A Sociological PerspectiveIn this course learners will acquire knowledge in the sociological perspective of burnout and how role strain contributes to burnout at the individual level. The social and political context of burnout is discussed, as well as the organizational-level factors of burnout. Social and economic power differentials are examined as a barrier to improving the landscape of burnout among the helping professions.auditory, textual, visual99USDSubscriptionUnlimited COURSE Access for $99/yearOnlineOnlyContinued Counselingwww.continued.com/counselingBurnout Among Mental Health Professionals: A Sociological PerspectiveIn this course learners will acquire knowledge in the sociological perspective of burnout and how role strain contributes to burnout at the individual level. The social and political context of burnout is discussed, as well as the organizational-level factors of burnout. Social and economic power differentials are examined as a barrier to improving the landscape of burnout among the helping professions.1010OnlinePT60M
ASWB ACE/1.25 General; CA (CAADE)/1.0; CA (CADTP)/1.0; CA (CCAPP-EI)/1.0; CE Broker/1.0 Social And Cultural Foundations, Knowledge Of Sociological Factors, CE Broker #20-1100078; CE Hours/1.0; CT (CCB)/1.0; GA (ADACBGA)/1.0; IACET/0.1; IL (MFT CE Sponsor)/1.0; MO (MCB)/1.0; NAADAC/1.0 Counseling Services, Legal Ethical And Professional Development; NBCC CE Hours/1.0; NY-Contact Hours/1.0 Self-Study; OH (OCDP)/1.0 C7; OK (LPC/LMFT)/1.0; OK (OBLADC)/1.0
In this course learners will acquire knowledge in the sociological perspective of burnout and how role strain contributes to burnout at the individual level. The social and political context of burnout is discussed, as well as the organizational-level factors of burnout. Social and economic power differentials are examined as a barrier to improving the landscape of burnout among the helping professions.
7/counseling/ceus/course/gun-violence-and-tragic-loss-1235Gun Violence and Tragic Loss: Grief Support for Children, Adolescents, and Young AdultsFollowing the days of a traumatic event, our most vulnerable populations may struggle with reliving the trauma and recalling the harrowing cries for help, fears of an untimely rescue, and surviving the guilt of losing a beloved friend, peer, or school-based professional. This is the third course of a three-part series focusing on cognitive behavioral therapy techniques and evidence-based practices for modeling, role-playing, and teaching young survivors stress relaxation management, grounding exercises, and mindfulness strategies.auditory, textual, visual99USDSubscriptionUnlimited COURSE Access for $99/yearOnlineOnlyContinued Counselingwww.continued.com/counselingGun Violence and Tragic Loss: Grief Support for Children, Adolescents, and Young AdultsFollowing the days of a traumatic event, our most vulnerable populations may struggle with reliving the trauma and recalling the harrowing cries for help, fears of an untimely rescue, and surviving the guilt of losing a beloved friend, peer, or school-based professional. This is the third course of a three-part series focusing on cognitive behavioral therapy techniques and evidence-based practices for modeling, role-playing, and teaching young survivors stress relaxation management, grounding exercises, and mindfulness strategies.1235OnlinePT60M
ASWB ACE/1.25 Clinical; CA (CAADE)/1.0; CA (CADTP)/1.0; CA (CCAPP-EI)/1.0; CE Broker/1.0 Counseling Theories, Knowledge Of Human Growth And Development, Counseling, CE Broker #20-1050726; CE Hours/1.0; CT (CCB)/1.0; GA (ADACBGA)/1.0; IACET/0.1; IL (MFT CE Sponsor)/1.0; MO (MCB)/1.0; NAADAC/1.0 Counseling Services; NBCC CE Hours/1.0; NY-Contact Hours/1.0 Self-Study; OH (OCDP)/1.0 C2, C5; OK (LPC/LMFT)/1.0; OK (OBLADC)/1.0
Following the days of a traumatic event, our most vulnerable populations may struggle with reliving the trauma and recalling the harrowing cries for help, fears of an untimely rescue, and surviving the guilt of losing a beloved friend, peer, or school-based professional. This is the third course of a three-part series focusing on cognitive behavioral therapy techniques and evidence-based practices for modeling, role-playing, and teaching young survivors stress relaxation management, grounding exercises, and mindfulness strategies.
8/counseling/ceus/course/transformative-and-trauma-informed-practice-1490Transformative and Trauma-informed Practice with Boys and Men: Strategies and InterventionsTrauma-informed practice with boys and men requires exploring the relationship between unhealthy masculinity and issues such as dating violence, sexual violence, mass school violence, risky sex, and mental illness. This course addresses strategies and interventions to facilitate transformative and trauma-informed practice with boys and men.auditory, textual, visual99USDSubscriptionUnlimited COURSE Access for $99/yearOnlineOnlyContinued Counselingwww.continued.com/counselingTransformative and Trauma-informed Practice with Boys and Men: Strategies and InterventionsTrauma-informed practice with boys and men requires exploring the relationship between unhealthy masculinity and issues such as dating violence, sexual violence, mass school violence, risky sex, and mental illness. This course addresses strategies and interventions to facilitate transformative and trauma-informed practice with boys and men.1490OnlinePT60M
ASWB ACE/1.25 General; CA (CAADE)/1.0; CA (CADTP)/1.0; CA (CCAPP-EI)/1.0; CE Broker/1.0 Social And Cultural Foundations, Counseling, CE Broker #20-1050122; CE Hours/1.0; CT (CCB)/1.0; GA (ADACBGA)/1.0; IACET/0.1; IL (MFT CE Sponsor)/1.0; MO (MCB)/1.0; NAADAC/1.0 Counseling Services; NBCC CE Hours/1.0; NY-Contact Hours/1.0 Self-Study; OH (OCDP)/1.0 C2; OK (LPC/LMFT)/1.0; OK (OBLADC)/1.0
Trauma-informed practice with boys and men requires exploring the relationship between unhealthy masculinity and issues such as dating violence, sexual violence, mass school violence, risky sex, and mental illness. This course addresses strategies and interventions to facilitate transformative and trauma-informed practice with boys and men.
9/counseling/ceus/course/understanding-communication-styles-on-diverse-1022Understanding Communication Styles on Diverse TeamsHow often do you begin a conversation with a specific set of expectations and immediately realize that things are not going the way you expected? We deliver many messages within our chosen professions, to a variety of different communication partners. How do we prevent misunderstandings and damaged relationships? We will examine ways to match our current communication style in ways that are more aligned to our audience providing positive outcomes, regardless of the message we must deliver.auditory, textual, visual99USDSubscriptionUnlimited COURSE Access for $99/yearOnlineOnlyContinued Counselingwww.continued.com/counselingUnderstanding Communication Styles on Diverse TeamsHow often do you begin a conversation with a specific set of expectations and immediately realize that things are not going the way you expected? We deliver many messages within our chosen professions, to a variety of different communication partners. How do we prevent misunderstandings and damaged relationships? We will examine ways to match our current communication style in ways that are more aligned to our audience providing positive outcomes, regardless of the message we must deliver.1022OnlinePT60M
CA (CAADE)/1.0; CA (CADTP)/1.0; CA (CCAPP-EI)/1.0; CE Broker/1.0 Group Dynamics, Knowledge Of Sociological Factors, Industrial-Organizational Psychology, CE Broker #20-1106812; CE Hours/1.0; CT (CCB)/1.0; GA (ADACBGA)/1.0; IACET/0.1; IL (MFT CE Sponsor)/1.0; MO (MCB)/1.0; NAADAC/1.0 Counseling Services, Legal Ethical And Professional Development; NBCC CE Hours/1.0; NY-Contact Hours/1.0 Self-Study; OH (OCDP)/1.0 P3, TR1; OK (LPC/LMFT)/1.0; OK (OBLADC)/1.0
How often do you begin a conversation with a specific set of expectations and immediately realize that things are not going the way you expected? We deliver many messages within our chosen professions, to a variety of different communication partners. How do we prevent misunderstandings and damaged relationships? We will examine ways to match our current communication style in ways that are more aligned to our audience providing positive outcomes, regardless of the message we must deliver.
10/counseling/ceus/course/self-care-and-systems-change-1008Self-Care and Systems Change for Behavioral Health ProfessionalsIn this course, participants will learn about the relationship between systems change work and self-care. We will cover factors contributing to burnout in systems changes from an equity/diversity lens and practices that can enhance well-being and contribute to the sustainability of mental health promotion programs.auditory, textual, visual99USDSubscriptionUnlimited COURSE Access for $99/yearOnlineOnlyContinued Counselingwww.continued.com/counselingSelf-Care and Systems Change for Behavioral Health ProfessionalsIn this course, participants will learn about the relationship between systems change work and self-care. We will cover factors contributing to burnout in systems changes from an equity/diversity lens and practices that can enhance well-being and contribute to the sustainability of mental health promotion programs.1008OnlinePT60M
ASWB ACE/1.25 General; CA (CAADE)/1.0; CA (CADTP)/1.0; CA (CCAPP-EI)/1.0; CE Broker/1.0 Cultural Diversity, Social And Cultural Foundations, Knowledge Of Sociological Factors, CE Broker #20-1105662; CE Hours/1.0; CT (CCB)/1.0; GA (ADACBGA)/1.0; IACET/0.1; IL (MFT CE Sponsor)/1.0; MO (MCB)/1.0; NAADAC/1.0 Counseling Services; NBCC CE Hours/1.0; NY-Contact Hours/1.0 Self-Study; OH (OCDP)/1.0 C7, TR1; OK (LPC/LMFT)/1.0; OK (OBLADC)/1.0
In this course, participants will learn about the relationship between systems change work and self-care. We will cover factors contributing to burnout in systems changes from an equity/diversity lens and practices that can enhance well-being and contribute to the sustainability of mental health promotion programs.
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