Continued Social Work Phone: 866-419-0818


Substance Abuse CE Courses for Social Workers

Filter:

12 courses found


State Approval Information for Arkansas

Courses on Continued Social Work may be used for Social Work Continuing Education (SWCE) for social workers licensed in Arkansas. Continued Social Work is approved to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program (provider #1742).

For all other professionals, please check with your state board for current requirements.

View Arkansas Requirements
Assessing and Treating Substance Use Disorders in LGBT Clients
Presented by Giselle Levin, PsyD
Live WebinarMon, Sep 8, 2025 at 2:00 pm EDT
Course: #2599Level: Intermediate1 Hour
LGBT populations have unique presenting problems and treatment needs related to substance use disorders (SUD). This course identifies substance use issues commonly seen in LGBT clients, reviews DSM-5 criteria for SUDs, and addresses the intersection of co-occurring mental health disorders. Participants will learn how to assess and treat substance use disorders in an LGBT-affirming manner, incorporating best practices for culturally competent and integrated care.

Harm Reduction Approaches to Substance Abuse Treatment: Clinical Interventions and Ethical Considerations
Presented by Lauren Dennelly, PhD, MSW, LCSW
VideoAudio
Course: #2252Level: Intermediate1 Hour
In this course, participants learn about harm reduction, its specific clinical applications and policy connotations, and the ethical implications of such approaches to substance abuse treatment.

Pain Management and Addiction/Substance Use Disorders: Navigating Use and Abuse
Presented by Susan Holmes-Walker, PhD, RN
VideoAudio
Course: #2111Level: Intermediate2.02 Hours
This course reviews the different pain categories to build a foundation on which to discuss the pain management challenges of people with a substance use disorder. During this course, learners learn strategies to help navigate the complexities of use and abuse.

Working with Patients Undergoing Medically Assisted Therapy: Supervision Standards, Ethical and Diagnostic Considerations, and Clinical Documentation
Presented by Ryan Kirk, PsyD, MSW, HSPP, Katie Kirk, PsyD, LAC
VideoAudio
Course: #2147Level: Intermediate2.13 Hours
This course empowers behavioral health clinicians with the necessary skills and ethical competencies for delivering integrated, evidence-based addiction care to patients undergoing medication-assisted treatment (MAT). A focus on confidentiality, MAT and general ethics including HIPAA and CFR 42, and supervision standards are addressed. Participants will explore substance use disorders from a neuroscience perspective, develop counseling best practices within interdisciplinary MAT settings, and cover topics ranging from harm reduction strategies to documentation of medical necessity, aiming to enhance support for individuals managing addiction and dual diagnoses.

The Opioid Crisis: A Sociological Perspective
Presented by Sophie Nathenson, PhD
VideoAudioText
Course: #2087Level: Intermediate1 Hour
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.

Social Work Practice and Opioid Overdose Outreach Podcast
Presented by Benjamin T. Bencomo, DSW, LISW, LCSW, Allison Stoner, MSW, LMSW
AudioText
Course: #1424Level: Intermediate1 Hour
This podcast discusses the opioid epidemic and highlights a "Triple O Program" which is a forward-thinking initiative that partners social workers with firefighters and paramedics to target this epidemic. This podcast explores how social workers can work with their community partners to implement a program such as the Triple O Program. This is part of the Continued Learning Podcast series.

Substance Use & Recovery in the Military and Veterans
Presented by Heather Moshier, MBA, CAADC, LSW
VideoAudio
Course: #1346Level: Intermediate1 Hour
We know that individuals impacted by substance use disorder can recover, yet subpopulations may experience greater difficulties than their counterparts. This webinar provides an overview of the connection of SUD in the Military and Veterans and helps professionals understand tenants and pathways to recovery for this population, and identifies why purpose is needed in recovery.

Prescription Opioid Abuse and Misuse
Presented by John Smith, PhD, LCSW
VideoAudio
Course: #2468Level: Intermediate1.02 Hours
Prescription opioid abuse and misuse have become a national epidemic leading to addiction and an unprecedented number of drug overdose deaths. This course examines the risks and signs of opioid abuse and misuse, addiction, and looks at new treatments for Opioid Use Disorders.

Understanding The Dynamics of Families With Substance Use Disorders
Presented by John Smith, PhD, LCSW
Video
Course: #1094Level: Intermediate1 Hour
Addiction is a “family” disease and everyone in the family is affected in some way when a member suffers from a Substance Use Disorder (SUD). This course reviews the dynamics of addictive and dysfunctional families using a “family systems” approach.

Co-Occurring Substance Use and Mental Disorders: Best Practices and Evidence-Based Treatments
Presented by John Smith, PhD, LCSW
Video
Course: #1058Level: Intermediate1.2 Hours
Statistically, over 50% of the people with a mental illness (MI) have a co-occurring substance use disorder (SUD). This workshop will provide training on how to assess and treat this special population.

Our site uses cookies to improve your experience. By using our site, you agree to our Privacy Policy.