Workshops Archive

Treatment of Children, Adolescents, and Families (with CEUs)

In this workshop, participants will learn to assess and treat youth and their families, both as individuals and as a family system. Proven strategies and techniques will be presented and demonstrated. Actual case examples shared by participants will be utilized to apply knowledge gained in the seminar. Information on the use of community-based parent education workshops and groups as powerful early interventions will be provided. (6 approved Licensed Master Social Work, Licensed Clinical Social Work, and Licensed Mental Health Counselor continuing education credits)

A Framework for Understanding the Culture of Poverty (with CEUs)

This class will examine how the wealthy, middle class and people in poverty view the world and interpret life. Participants will learn how each economic group can uniquely contribute to a community. This is an excellent class to understand how poverty can affect our outlook. (3 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Mental Health Counselor continuing education units)

AATBS eLearning for Social Workers (with CEUs)

Participants must be fully enrolled in SLMS to access this online resource. Using online technology, The Association for Advanced Training in the Behavioral Sciences (AATBS) seeks to enhance the skills of professionals through highly effective education on content and conceptual knowledge relevant to their professions. (approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker continuing education credits)

Acceptance & Commitment Therapy Made Easy: ACT for PTSD, Anxiety, Depression & Personality Disorders for M/C Employees (with CEUs) - Virtual

In this workshop, participants will learn how ACT weaves mindfulness strategies with cognitive behavioral change strategies to revolutionize client outcomes, as well as discover a variety of ACT techniques for helping clients who are struggling to make difficult behavior changes due to the presence of painful thoughts, feelings and memories. (7.5 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Psychologist continuing education units)

Accounting for Non-Accountants

This workshop provides an introduction to basic accounting principles for employees who are not accountants but must deal with managing funds, budgeting, spreadsheet analyses, or other financial matters. Topics include the analyses of accounting; mathematics; spreadsheets; budgeting; planning; reporting; and managerial and financial controls. It is designed for those without formal training in accounting.

Accounting Refresher

This workshop is designed for professionals who work in accounting, auditing and other finance-related titles. The workshop provides an overview of the accounting equation and discusses the elements of the income statement. Changes in equity and balance sheets; an explanation of accrual accounting; accounting for deferrals; a synopsis of +/- accounts and the general journal; and a review of depreciation methods will be addressed. Governmental fund accounting and business type accrual accounting including applications of government-wide financial statements will be also be reviewed.

Accounting Refresher - Virtual

This two session (each 3 hours in length) virtual workshop is designed for professionals who work in accounting, auditing, and other finance-related titles. The workshop provides an overview of the accounting equation and discusses the elements of the income statement. Changes in equity and balance sheets; an explanation of accrual accounting; accounting for deferrals; a synopsis of +/- accounts and the general journal; and a review of depreciation methods will be addressed. Governmental fund accounting and business type accrual accounting including applications of government-wide financial statements will also be reviewed.

Accounting Standards Update

This workshop provides updates of recent accounting standards changes made by organizations such as the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA), the Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB), the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB), and the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), including the Sarbanes-Oxley Act and the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB). The workshop will discuss the impact of these updates on state operations.

Accounting Standards Update (with CPEs)

This one-day workshop provides updates of recent accounting standards changes made by organizations such as the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA), the Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB), the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB), and the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), including the Sarbanes-Oxley Act and the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB). The workshop will discuss the impact of these updates on state operations. Upon completion, requesting participants will receive 6 Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credits.

ACEs, Trauma and Brain Development (with CE hours) - Virtual

ACEs are significant childhood experiences which can result in actual changes in brain development. These changes may affect a person’s learning ability, social skills, and can result in long-term health problems. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) view ACEs as one of the major health issues in the 21st century. Throughout this one-day workshop, we will explore the ACEs study performed by the American health maintenance organization Kaiser Permanente and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, examine real-life experiences, and discuss in depth the impact resilience has on the potential health impacts of ACEs. Participants will leave with concrete knowledge of how to support a person who has experienced childhood adversity in overcoming the risks associated with those experiences. (6 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor continuing education contact hours)

Adapting to Change

In this workshop, participants learn skills that are needed to adjust to constantly shifting workplace demands. Topics include: viewing change as an opportunity, understanding the physical impact of change, developing "change hardiness", achieving flexibility in the face of new demands, and predicting the paths of change.

Adapting to Change - Virtual

This virtual workshop participants learn skills that are needed to adjust to constantly shifting workplace demands. Topics include viewing change as an opportunity; understanding the physical impact of change; developing "change hardiness"; achieving flexibility in the face of new demands; and predicting the paths of change.

Adapting to Change for OPWDD

In this workshop, participants learn skills that are needed to adjust to constantly shifting workplace demands. Topics include: viewing change as an opportunity, understanding the physical impact of change, developing “change hardiness”, achieving flexibility in the face of new demands, and predicting the paths of change.

Adaptive Clinical Interventions for Neurodivergent Service Users (with CE hours) - Virtual

Neurodivergent profiles are the subject of an increasing body of research but most therapy modalities continue to focus on behavioral and compliance-based interventions. This workshop will help participants define key terminology related to the neurodiversity paradigm, identify alternatives to behavioral and compliance-based interventions, implement strategies adapted from evidence-based practices, and develop neurodiversity-affirming goals eliminating deficit-based, ableist language. (4 approved Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Psychologist continuing education hours)

ADHD Across the Lifespan: Executive Functioning, the Role of Technology & Treatment Implications (with CEUs)

This workshop will provide key insights into ADHD and its impact on cognitive functioning, behavior and interpersonal relationships throughout the lifespan. Participants will learn cutting-edge information based on the latest clinical and research findings, with applications for working with child, teen, college-age and adult populations. Discussion will include diagnosis, comorbidity and etiology, as well as a range of assessment tools and treatment strategies. The role of Executive Functioning, the impact of technology, and the application of Mindfulness Based Therapies will also be addressed. This unique presentation will be enhanced by Q and A discussion, interactive exercises, and video and case examples. (6 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist continuing education units)

Administrative and Courtroom Testimony for DOL Worker Protection Staff - Virtual

This four-session (three hours per session) virtual workshop aims to equip DOL investigators with the tools to effectively prepare for and testify in administrative and criminal proceedings. Topics will include an overview of the administrative hearing and criminal court processes. Attention will be given to hearings before administrative law judges and appeals boards, suppression hearings under the criminal procedure law, grand juries, discovery rules, and criminal trials. Through simulation exercises, participants will enhance their testimony skills.

Administrative Law Update for Lawyers

This workshop reviews basic administrative law concepts. Also discussed will be recent case law developments in Administrative Law. Upon successful completion of this workshop, six (6) Continuing Legal Education (CLE) credits in Professional Practice will be awarded.

Adolescent Self-Injurious Behavior: Understanding the Dynamics, Identifying the Risk Factors, and Developing Counseling Strategies for M/C Employees (with CEUs) - Virtual

Through large and small group activities, and an interactive PowerPoint presentation, participants in this workshop, will learn about adolescent development and self-injurious behavior, strategies of engagement, and effective therapeutic methods designed to address this issue. (6 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist continuing education units)

Adolescent Suicide: Prevention, Assessment, Intervention, & Postvention (with CEUs)

In this workshop, participants will learn about prevention strategies, assessment tools, intervention techniques, and crisis response. (6 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist continuing education units)

Advanced Auditing Processes

This workshop examines advanced auditing processes including understanding and testing internal controls, fraud, and substantive testing. Audit reporting including the components of an audit report will also be discussed in this workshop. Prerequisite: Prior completion of the PSWP workshop "Auditing Fundamentals" or a solid understanding of basic auditing concepts, techniques, and applications, the audit risk model, and computer auditing is recommended for all workshop participants.

Advanced Auditing Tools and Techniques for OSC

This workshop will discuss practical techniques for generating new ideas and applying them in the audit process. Participants will practice these skills using exercises related to auditing to help eliminate roadblocks and pitfalls, as well as using specific tools to boost output that will help identify the real causes of, and best solutions to organizational problems. Topics include idea-generation techniques, use of control frameworks, and the impact of organizational cultures on auditing. Best practices in auditing will also be covered.

Advanced Practice with Immigrants and Refugees in Today’s US Society (with CEUs)

This workshop will strengthen practitioners’ preparedness to work effectively with immigrant and refugees who experience trauma and multiple, complex psychosocial adjustments and disparities associated with the processes of migration and resettlement. Focus is on the multiple and complex emotional and mental adjustments associated with movement from one culture to another. Acculturation stress and its potential adverse mental health consequences will be highlighted. Current practice skills, risk and protective factors, and evidence-based theoretical approaches for assessment and intervention will be discussed. This workshop is intended for practitioners who have a foundation in working with immigrants and refugees and/or took the “Emerging Trends in Practice with Immigrants and Refugees” or similar training. (3 approved Licensed Master Social Work, Licensed Clinical Social Work, and Licensed Mental Health Counselor continuing education credits).

Advanced Skills for Nurse Administrators

This two-day course will contain practical, relevant information and techniques to improve supervisory and leadership skills in a healthcare setting. Course topics will address a wide range of workplace issues and professional development needs of nurses including Transitioning from Direct Care to Supervision, Coaching and Counseling to Improve Employee Performance, Successful Delegation, Time Management Techniques, Cultivating a Team Environment - Building Trust and Decision Making

Advanced Spanish for the Health Care Professionals

This advanced level workshop is for healthcare professionals who would like to build on a basic knowledge of the use of Spanish in a health care setting. The workshop will include a review of the Spanish alphabet, pronunciation, salutations and polite expressions. Workshop participants will learn relevant nouns, regular and reflexive verbs, and health terminology. The workshop will include patient-provider role plays and discussions on cross-cultural communication and the use of interpreters. Previous attendance at the Basic Spanish for Health Care Professionals workshop is recommended.

Advancing Equity for ACE Response: An Integral Approach for Policy Equity and Societal Transformation (with CEUs)

The goal of this workshop is to offer a holistic approach to addressing adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) by creating cross-sector linkages to advance equity as key to addressing individual, family, and community trauma. Without addressing equity, ACE Response is partial, with agency/community leaders and trauma treatment providers missing crucial opportunities for truly comprehensive response. This workshop provides the tools to advance equity in order to fully address continuous traumatization due to social and systemic disparities. Furthermore, this workshop will offer tools to analyze how equitable policies affect ACE/trauma prevention and intervention activities, as well as how to design ACE Response approaches that involve advancing equity in policy and practice in order to identify viable, real-world solutions. (6.5 approved Licensed Master Social Work, Licensed Clinical Social Work, and Licensed Mental Health Counselor continuing education credits).

Adverse Childhood Experiences and Trauma for OMH (with CEUs)

This workshop will address the special considerations in identifying, assessing and treating early trauma/adverse experiences. Workshop attendees will be introduced to the Adverse Childhood Experiences questionnaire (ACE) and study and learn how to incorporate them into practice. (6 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist continuing education units)

Affirmative Counseling with LGBTQI+ Clients: Developing Multicultural Competence with Affectional and Gender Minorities (with CEUs)

This interactive workshop will lay the foundation for moving toward understanding the counseling competence needed to serve the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, questioning, intersex, asexual, ally, pansexual/polysexual, and two-spirited (LGBTAAIAAP-2S) that is referred to as LGBTQI+. Their needs are different from those who identify as heterosexual, and members of the LGBTQI+ population have unique needs from one another. This workshop will help participants build confidence and a foundation for cultural competence when counseling LGBTQI+ clients. Content will cover adult and adolescent LGBTQI+ counseling and cultural competence by reviewing competencies through the lens of multicultural competence (awareness, knowledge, skills). It will address the expanded community (LGBTQQIAAP-2S), definitions and terminology, common issues in counseling, identity models, cultural elements, role of oppression and discrimination, intersectionality, knowledge of current and past treatment, advocacy issues, and best counseling practices. (6 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and Licensed Creative Arts Therapist continuing education credits)

Alzheimer’s and Dementia End of Life Care. It’s been a long journey (with CEUs)

This interactive workshop will provide best practice methods and recommendation to help inform and guide end of life care when the patient has dementia. Families and caregivers may come to you with anticipatory grief, compassion fatigue and caregiver burnout. Very often caregivers have been assisting their loved one for many years. Alzheimer’s and dementia is a neurodegenerative disease that takes many years to develop. We’ll talk about the impact of retrogenesis, dealing with difficult behaviors and how relationships are redefined throughout the progression of the disease. Families of choice, gender identity, and culturally competent practices will be discussed as it relates to dementia care. You’ll leave this workshop with practical tips and strategies that will enhance and compliment your expertise in providing the best care and support for the families that come to you at perhaps, the most important time in their lives to preserve the dignity and quality of life at the end of life. (3 approved Licensed Master Social Work, Licensed Clinical Social Work, and Licensed Mental Health Counselor continuing education credits).

Alzheimer’s Disease & Other Dementias Certification Training for M/C Employees (with CEUs) - Virtual

In this workshop, participants will gain skills and learn strategies to provide optimal care. Learn assessment tools and critical interventions to identify and differentiate between dementias, prevent and reduce difficult behaviors, and improve ability to communicate with cognitively impaired patients. Learn practical solutions to some of the most challenging real-life situations faced. Hear about the latest medications, preventative treatments, and advances in early detection that could impact cognitively impaired patients. (7.5 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist continuing education units)

Ambulatory Emergencies for SUNY Downstate

This workshop is designed for nurses working in an acute care setting. This workshop will discuss many of the clinical findings that constitute ambulatory emergencies, such as chest pain, acute respiratory distress, and abuse and maltreatment. The workshop will emphasize the setting of priorities, prompt clinical decision-making, care pathways, and the need for timely diagnostics. The workshop will as discuss strategies for handling potentially violent patients and family members. Upon successful completion of this workshop 6 contact hours, or 0.6 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) will be awarded.

An Emerging Population: Parents of Estranged Adult Kids (PEAK) (with CE hours) - Virtual

One in eight older adults currently is living with the estrangement from or abandonment by one or more of their adult children. Clinicians at any level of experience need to be equipped to assess for and treat the impacts of this traumatizing life event. Current myths, misunderstandings, and cultural constructs can impact how a clinician approaches this population. Without this understanding, therapists can do further harm to the mental health of those who are suffering through this situation. At a time in life when the physical, financial, social, mental and spiritual wellbeing of older adults can be compromised by advancing age, estrangement is an additional impact to an already compromised health system, not to mention the impact on the entire family when an estrangement occurs. (3 approved Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Psychologist continuing education hours)

An Introduction to Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (with CE hours) - Virtual

This course is oriented toward those who have limited knowledge of solution-focused brief therapy as a treatment model and who might be interested in learning more prior to committing to a training. The course begins with a survey of participants’ awareness of the model. Topics covered: what the model is called and rationale, the distinction between problem-solving and solution-building, the 7 solution-focused interventions. (3 approved Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Psychologist continuing education hours)

Analyzing Private Sector Financial Statements and Tax Returns

This one day workshop will examine both the evaluation and valuation of the business enterprise through, fundamental analysis encompassing financial statements, operational leverage and tax returns to comprehend the full picture of a business’s financial standing. Participants of this workshop will learn how to detect fiscal instability, potential sustainability and future credit worthiness through analyzing a company’s business/operational process/model, financial statements and corporate tax returns.

Analyzing Private Sector Financial Statements and Tax Returns with CPEs for OAG

This one day workshop will examine both the evaluation and valuation of the business enterprise through, fundamental analysis encompassing financial statements, operational leverage and tax returns to comprehend the full picture of a business’s financial standing. Participants of this workshop will learn how to detect fiscal instability, potential sustainability and future credit worthiness through analyzing a company’s business/operational process/model, financial statements and corporate tax returns. Upon completion of this workshop, requesting participants will receive 6 Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credits.

Ancestral Trauma, Wisdom, Resilience for M/C Employees (with CEUs) - Virtual

In this workshop, participants will discuss ways that racial trauma is experienced. Identify how racial reenactments, videos of killings, micro/macro aggressions impact the body and mind. Learn the resiliencies involved in survival, cultural and historical wisdoms that we have today, and how do we bring these into our work with our clients. (2 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Creative Arts Therapist, and Psychoanalysts continuing education credits)

Anxiety and Panic Disorder: Effective Strategies to Calm the Anxious Mind (with CEUs)

This workshop will help participants to learn how to assess anxious habits, symptoms, and behaviors using evidence-based strategies. The strategies presented will help your client problem solve, reduce tension, and increase energy. Learn unique, effective approaches to mindfulness, cognitive therapy, and exposure, including thought-labeling, interoceptive exposure, and better-but-believable thoughts. Case studies, role-plays, demonstrations and interactive discussions will be utilized. (7.5 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist continuing education credits)

Anxiety Camp: A Workshop for Therapists (with CEUs)

In this workshop, you will learn how to incorporate the principles of Anxiety Camp into your practice. Anxiety Camp is a community-based psychoeducational program that teaches anxiety sufferers and their families how to become their own anxiety therapist, combining principles from cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindful awareness, physical relaxation, and assertive communications skills. (6 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist continuing education units)

Anxiety Disorders in Children and Adolescents: Recognizing & Treating the Emerging Epidemic (with CEUs)

This workshop will identify how and why anxiety develops in children and adolescents. Practical treatment strategies will be presented that can be applied immediately. The seven key anxiety disorders along with case examples to be addressed include: separation anxiety disorder, panic disorder, overanxious disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, social anxiety disorder, phobias, and post-traumatic stress disorder. Other co-occurring disorders (e.g. behavior problems, medical conditions, depression, ADHD, learning disabilities, selective mutism) will also be discussed. Emphasis will be on creative interventions involving insight-oriented, cognitive-behavioral, biological, mindfulness, expressive arts and family systems approaches. (7.5 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist continuing education credits)

Anxiety Insight and Management: Holistic and Integrative Approaches to Anxiety (with CE hours) - Virtual

Anxiety is everywhere it seems and a common human phenomenon and ever-present challenge to living a full and satisfying life. This experiential workshop will address many different lenses through which we can understand, relate to and work with anxiety in our clients and ourselves including the latest research from fields such Neuroscience, Somatics and Philosophical and Spiritual Perspectives. (3 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Creative Arts Therapist, Psychoanalysts, and Psychologist continuing education contact hours)

Anxiety, Depression, and the Road to Wellness (with CE hours) - Virtual

Although there are numerous risk factors associated with anxiety and depression, the current national climate has contributed to the onset of each. Socio-political unrest, financial struggles, social isolation, acts of violence and aggression just to name a few of the many factors taxing one’s health and wellness. This training will focus specifically on the treatment of anxiety and depression from assessment to treatment’s end. We will explore dynamics, therapeutic strategies, and effective coping and stress management skills via large and small group activities, case scenarios, and treatment planning. (6 approved Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and Licensed Master Social Worker continuing education hours)

Application of Dialectical Behavior Therapy Skills Groups in Short-Term Treatment Settings (with CE hours) - Virtual

This workshop will provide an overview of DBT and the application of DBT skills-based groups within short-term mental health treatment settings. The presenters will also provide an example of an adapted DBT skills-based group for a short-term treatment setting. The material presented is applicable to therapists in the mental health field, including clinical trainees, from psychology, social work, or mental health counseling. This presentation will be applicable to clinicians with varying levels of training and experience with DBT (3 approved Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Psychologist continuing education hours)

Applied Statistics for Natural Resource Managers for DEC

This two day workshop is designed for technical staff who have the need to analyze data using various statistical approaches. Participants will have the opportunity to review or develop their statistical knowledge and learn concepts as applied to problems in natural resource setting. Participants will learn how to answer common research questions and how to quantify the reliability of a result. Concepts and techniques of estimation, confidence intervals, one- and two- sample tests, paired designs, one- and two-way ANOVA’s (CRD), correlation, simple and multiple linear regression will be included. Attendees will not be required to run software programs, but all steps and codes will be provided for future use. Examples and case studies will be presented in an applied natural resources format. Attendees are encouraged to bring analyses questions to this workshop. Note: Chi-square tests (goodness of fit and tests for independence) for qualitative data will be covered if time allows.

Art Therapy Interventions for Anxiety, Chronic Pain and Addictions (with CEUs)

In this workshop, participants will learn new ways to help clients combat negative self-talk to push through fears and anxiety, and turn away from self-destructive isolating behaviors with unique art interventions. Discover how combining art therapy with CBT, positive psychology and mindfulness helps to delay immediate gratification, look at the world differently, process fears, accept imperfection and let go of past anger and hurt. Art interventions taught in this seminar will help your clients transform their emotional response to past trauma, problem solve, change their perspective, and move toward a place of acceptance and gratitude. (7.5 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist continuing education credits)

Arthritis for OPWDD (Videoconference)

This workshop, offered via videoconference, is designed for health care professionals working with people with developmental disabilities. Workshop participants will receive information on various types of arthritis, including osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. Topics will include diet, bone health, joint protection, interventions to decrease the effects of arthritis, and exercise to maintain and optimize movement. Osteoporosis prevention and treatment options will also be discussed.

Aspiring Leaders Program

This three full day in-person training program provides participants with emotionally intelligent leadership skills to lead teams and create motivating work environments that foster trust and accountability. Lectures, class discussion, and engaging activities address real-world issues. Course topics include: • Leading Self and Others • Emotional Intelligence • Effective Communication • Setting and Attaining Goals • Improving Performance • Developing a Leadership Action Plan Prior to the workshop, enrollees will be required to complete an online DiSC assessment. Participants will be sent the Participant Workbook via email prior to the first session. Participants will receive prework and the workbook by email. Printing out certain pages will be helpful but not necessary, and blank paper can be used for the exercises if preferred. Grades 18-23 & M-1 only.

Aspiring Leaders Program – Virtual

This six-session (3 ½ hours each) virtual training program provides participants with emotionally intelligent leadership skills to lead teams and create motivating work environments that foster trust and accountability. Lecture, class discussion, and engaging activities address real-world issues. Course topics include: • Leading Self and Others • Emotional Intelligence • Effective Communication • Setting and Attaining Goals • Improving Performance • Developing a Leadership Action Plan Prior to the workshop, enrollees will be required to complete an online DiSC assessment. Participants will be sent the Participant Workbook via email prior to the first session. Participants will receive prework and the workbook by email. Printing out certain pages will be helpful but not necessary, and blank paper can be used for the exercises if preferred. Grades 18-23 & M-1 only.

Assessing Lethality (with CE hours)

This is a skill-focused course on how to assess and respond to adults with psychiatric emergencies where there is a risk of lethality (suicidal/ homicidal/self-harm). It will include identification of high-risk factors and how to conduct lethality assessments for individuals, including those who are diagnosed with severe and persistent mental illness and/or under the influence of substances. Participants will learn the levels of lethality; how to use lethality assessment tools and rating scales; how to complete documentation of services which reflect clinical assessments in accordance with the most current evidence and best practices; how to create an intervention plan for identified lethality, and when it is appropriate in professional social work practice to break confidentiality based on a current lethality assessment. NYSED LMSW & LCSW CEs/Contact Hours: 12.5 Live In-Person; NYSED LMHC CEs/Contact Hours: 12.5 Live In-Person; NYSED LMFT CEs/Contact Hours: 12.5 Live In-Person; NYSED LCAT CEs/Contact Hours: 12.5 Live In-Person; NYSED PSY CEs/Contact Hours: 12.5 Live In-Person; NYS OASAS Provider #0045: 12.5 hours for: CPP & CPS Initial, Section 1; CASAC, CPP & CPS Renewal

Assessment of Autism Spectrum Disorders: The Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule

This 2-day workshop is designed for OPWDD psychologists who provide assessment and diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorders. The workshop presents the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS), which is recognized as the gold standard of instruments designed to evaluate individuals for the diagnosis of an Autism Spectrum Disorder. The four modules of the ADOS are introduced, administered, scored, and discussed. There will also be a brief discussion of ADOS clinical use and implications.

Audit Report Writing

This workshop provides auditors with the skills to produce clear and objective audit reports. Participants will learn how to organize information (facts, conclusions, inferences, and judgments) from audits into reports that are understandable and objective to the reader. This workshop will assist auditors in developing properly written and supported audit findings, and will provide a template of an audit report.

Audit Report Writing - Virtual

This two-session (each 3 hours in length) virtual workshop provides auditors with the skills to produce clear and objective audit reports. Participants will learn how to organize information (facts, conclusions, inferences, and judgements) from audits into reports that are understandable and objective to the reader. This workshop will assist auditors in developing properly written and supported audit findings and will provide a template of an audit report.

Audit Report Writing for OMIG and Insurance

This workshop provides auditors with the skills to produce clear and objective audit reports. Participants will learn how to organize information (facts, conclusions, inferences, and judgments) from audits into reports that are understandable and objective to the reader. This workshop will assist auditors in developing properly written and supported audit findings, and will provide a template of an audit report.

Audit Report Writing for Taxation and Finance - Virtual

This two-session (each 3 hours in length) virtual workshop provides auditors with the skills to produce clear and objective audit reports. Participants will learn how to organize information (facts, conclusions, inferences, and judgements) from audits into reports that are understandable and objective to the reader. Tax and Finance templates will be used in the discussion and exercises. This workshop will assist auditors in developing properly written and supported audit findings and will provide a template of an audit report.

Auditing Fundamentals

This workshop provides an introduction to conducting an external audit, including basic concepts, techniques, and auditing applications. Topics include the audit risk model, professional ethics, and basic financial auditing procedures.

Auditing Fundamentals (Original)

This workshop provides an introduction to auditing, including basic concepts, techniques, and auditing applications. Topics include the audit risk model, professional ethics, and computer auditing. Basic financial derivative transactions will also be introduced.

Autistic Adulting-Transition to College and Work on the Spectrum (with CEUs)

Part 1: This workshop will provide a general overview and more detailed insights into related autism profiles as seen in teens and young adults. Hallmarks of the conditions will be discussed, as will variations in presentation. Special attention will be paid to vulnerabilities in the areas of Executive Functioning, Anxiety, Communication and Sensory Sensitivity. The co-occurrence of mental conditions, use of strengths and best practices for clients with this profile will be discussed. This will set the stage for the second part of the training. Part 2: This workshop will cover the challenging transitions of those on the autism spectrum. Best practices for managing an overwhelming world of higher education. As well as a review why employment is such a challenge for those on the Asperger/Autism spectrum. Discuss the value of an autistic employee and creative strategies and innovative approaches to address these employment challenges. (6 SED approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and Licensed Mental Health Counselor contact hours)

Balance and Falls

This workshop is designed to improve the ability to screen and assess individuals to determine risk and to create specific interventions that reduce this risk. This workshop emphasizes practical strategies to improve balance and safely increase activity levels. Developing effective treatment plans to reduce risk including recommendations for environmental change, center-of-gravity control training, multisensory training, and postural strategy training will also be covered. Upon successful completion of this workshop 6 contact hours, or 0.6 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) will be awarded.

Balance Challenges: Progressive Dynamic Treatment Strategies for OPWDD

This workshop is an intermediate level course designed to improve the clinician's ability to identify specific impairments leading to balance dysfunction in order to provide challenging interventions. Balance disorders leading to falls and injuries affect people of all ages, but are more prevalent in the multiply disabled and aging population. This workshop will present didactic material and hands-on lab experiences to hone clinical skills in evaluation and treatment. Upon successful completion of this workshop, 6 contact hours, or 0.6 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) will be awarded.

Bank Examination Report Writing for Banking

This workshop provides bank examiners with the skills to produce clear and objective examination reports. Participants will learn how to organize information (facts, conclusions, inferences, and judgments) from examinations into reports that are understandable and objective to the reader. This workshop will assist bank examiners in developing properly written and supported examination findings, and will provide a template of an examination report.

Basic Spanish for Health Care Professionals

This workshop is designed for health care professionals with limited or no prior knowledge of Spanish. It will serve as an introduction to basic Spanish and will help the learner pronounce Spanish names and words correctly. It will introduce key words and phrases for addressing an individual’s personal history and basic medical issues. The course will be interactive with lots of verbal practice and role playing.

Basic Spanish for Health Care Professionals for OMH

This one-day workshop is designed for OMH health care professionals with limited or no prior knowledge of Spanish. It will serve as an introduction to basic Spanish and will help the learner pronounce Spanish names and words correctly. It will introduce key words and phrases for addressing an individual’s personal history and basic medical issues. The course will be interactive with lots of verbal practice and role playing.

Basic Spanish for Health Care Professionals for OMH

This workshop is designed to teach health care professionals with limited (or no prior) knowledge basic Spanish, which will help them successfully interview, examine and treat Spanish-speaking clients. Participants learn how to use Spanish to address an individual's personal history.

Basic Trainer Skills for Virtual Delivery Pilot

This is a pilot of the virtual classroom course that is designed to introduce trainers to the baseline knowledge and skills necessary for successful co-facilitating of OER virtual courses. The course provides practice opportunities to increase skills and confidence as NYS virtual instructors. Participants will explore six trainer competencies: adult learners, presentation, content knowledge, facilitation, co-facilitation, and professionalism. The course will include both asynchronous and synchronous sessions and will culminate in a partner activity with all participants co-facilitating a virtual presentation demonstrating the virtual trainer skill competencies using the Webex Training platform. Completion of this course will be a requirement for applying to an OER Train-the-Trainer for the opportunity to become certified to deliver an OER virtual course.

Behavioral Treatment of Chronic Pain: Evidence-Based Techniques to Move People from Hurt to Hope (with CEUs)

In this workshop, participants will learn creative tools and techniques to workers to help move their clients out of chronic pain and into an active, healthy life. Learn powerful mindfulness interventions and motivational interviewing techniques to move clients towards behavior change. Master the four pain-changing CBT tools. (7.5 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist continuing education units)

Best Practices in the Treatment of Developmentally Disabled Sex Offenders for OPWDD (Videoconference)

This workshop is delivered through videoconferencing and will provide an overview of what needs to be considered when developing treatment programming. Treatment program objectives, admission criteria, identifying service providers, and identification of treatment targets will be discussed. A treatment model to guide treatment will also be presented. Current best practice treatment strategies for this population will be outlined. Common treatment approaches that may have little treatment effectiveness will be also be discussed.

Borderline, Narcissistic, Antisocial and Histrionic Personality Disorders: Effective Treatments for Challenging Clients (with CE hours) - Virtual

Intensive workshop designed to provide the knowledge, skills, and abilities to identify and treat the most difficult personality-disordered clients. Better understand clients with antisocial, narcissist, histrionic, and borderline personality disorder (BPD), and make a breakthrough in clinical treatment. Manage the manipulative and possibly violent antisocial personality disorder in session. Overcome the narcissistic personality disorder trait of perfectionism and combat their need to overpower you as the therapist. Better understand clients diagnosed with histrionic personality disorder. Help the BPD client deal with their explosive emotions, self-harm tendencies, and cravings for chaos. Case studies and video examples will be used to illustrate client symptom presentation, treatment, and management of each Cluster B client type. Explore various modalities that are effective with antisocial, narcissistic, histrionic, and BPDs, such as motivational interviewing, cognitive-behavioral, interpersonal, and dialectical therapies. Each of these theories will be explored to provide solid and useable skills to include in daily practice. (7.5 CE hours for LMHC, LMFT, PSY, LCSW, LMSW. 6.25 CE hours for nurses. 6 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™ for Physicians)

Borderline, Narcissistic, Antisocial and Histrionic Personality Disorders: Effective Treatments for Challenging Clients (with CEUs)

In this workshop, participants will gain knowledge, skills, and abilities to identify and treat the most difficult personality disordered clients. Better understand clients with Antisocial, Narcissist, Histrionic and Borderline Personality Disorder and make a breakthrough in clinical treatment. Case studies and video examples will be used to illustrate client symptom presentation, treatment, and management of each Cluster B client type. Explore various modalities that are effective with antisocial, narcissistic, histrionic, and borderline personality disorders, such as Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive-Behavioral, Interpersonal, and Dialectical therapies. Each of these theories will be explored to provide solid and useable skills to include in your daily practice. (7.5 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and Licensed Mental Health Counselor continuing education units)

Brain-Based Therapy and Practical Neuroscience for Trauma, Developmental Trauma, Attachment and Emotion Regulation (with CEUs)

In this workshop, participants will learn the most up-to-date neuroscience research discoveries and highly effective trauma treatment techniques clinicians can begin using tomorrow. Additionally, most of these techniques will be practiced during the seminar, and participants will be provided with detailed instructions and scripts for all techniques taught, so that they may begin to incorporate these techniques into their practice immediately. (6 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and Licensed Creative Arts Therapist continuing education credits)

Breathing, Digestion and Swallowing: Best Practices in Dysphagia Management (with CEUs)

This workshop will examine the inter-relationships between respiration, gastro-intestinal function, and swallowing to allow clinicians to better identify the underlying causes of their client’s swallowing difficulties. We’ll look at specific respiratory and GI diagnoses and their impact on what, when, how much, and how safely our clients eat. Using clinical case studies, the workshop examines the evidence to provide participants with the tools needed to perform a thorough assessment and implement a comprehensive treatment plan that takes into account all of the potential contributing factors. 6 continuing education credits for SLPs (ASHA), nurses (ANCC), and OTs (AOTA).

Breathing, Digestion and Swallowing: Best Practices in Dysphagia Management (with CE hours) - Virtual

This workshop will examine the inter-relationships between respiration, gastro-intestinal function, and swallowing to allow clinicians to better identify the underlying causes of their client’s swallowing difficulties. We’ll look at specific respiratory and GI diagnoses and their impact on what, when, how much, and how safely our clients eat. Using clinical case studies, the workshop examines the evidence to provide participants with the tools needed to perform a thorough assessment and implement a comprehensive treatment plan that takes into account all of the potential contributing factors. 6 continuing education credits for SLPs (ASHA), nurses (ANCC), and OTs (AOTA).

Bridge Inspection and Maintenance

This two-day workshop will broaden the participants' skill in structural inspection techniques of bridges. The workshop will provide information on bridge engineering and the evaluation and rating of substructure and superstructure components including foundations, piers, abutments, bearings, girders, beams, slabs, railings, barriers, fences, and joints. Drainage systems and scouring damage assessment will also be discussed. Participants will also learn about bridge engineering mechanics and the structural integrity and evaluation of substructure and superstructure components, as well as background knowledge regarding bridge functioning. Upon completion of this workshop, up to 1.2 Continuing Education Units (12 PDHs) will be awarded.

Bullying: Prevention, Intervention, and Postvention Strategies (with CE hours) - Virtual

The impact of bullying behavior on today’s youth can be quite devastating. Anxiety, depression, and even suicidal ideation and behaviors may be a result of such victimization. To complicate this pressing issue even further, young people have become quite adept at using social media to ostracize, shame, and intimidate peers. In this presentation, we will explore the topic of bullying systemically (i.e., school climate and culture), as well as clinically (i.e., therapeutic process). Participants will learn more about the dynamics associated with bullying, the value of allies and supports, and prevention, intervention, and postvention strategies associated with bullying. (6 approved NYS Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists and Licensed Mental Health Counselors contact hours. 6 approved NYS Licensed Clinical and Master Social Workers continuing education contact hours.)

Caring for Psychiatric Inmates

This workshop will provide correctional nurses with information needed to offer holistic nursing care to inmates with psychiatric disorders. Participants will learn the components of a thorough mental health assessment. This workshop will also discuss dealing with patients with co-occurring substance abuse disorders and medical co-morbidities. Other topics include: psychotropic medications, suicide prevention, and dealing with crisis situations and psychiatric emergencies.

CCRN Test Preparation Workshop for SUNY Upstate Medical Center

This two-day workshop is for experienced critical care nurses who are selected to participant in the SUNY Upstate Medical Center CCRN certification program. The workshop will help participants prepare for the CCRN exam by offering a comprehensive review of critical care nursing practice. This review will include critical care practices when caring for a patient with cardiovascular, pulmonary, endocrine, gastro-intestinal, neurologic, renal, or hematologic problems. Test taking strategies and a review of the synergy model will also be discussed. Participants who attend this workshop must agree to sit for the CCRN exam within three months of workshop completion. Upon successful completion of this workshop, 14.5 contact hours or 1.45 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) will be awarded.

Certified SCRUM Master Training for OMH

Two-day course on Scrum methodology including Agile project management. Topics include underlying philosophies of Scrum and Agile, iterative development, sashimi, collaboration, command and control vs. self-organization, inspect and adapt, and just-in-time planning.

Chemically Dependent Family Systems (with CEUs)

In this workshop, you will gain greater insight into the dynamics surrounding chemically dependent family systems, learn intervention strategies that support all family members, and to design treatment plans that capitalize on family strengths and resources. (6 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist continuing education units)

Chemically Dependent Family Systems for M/C Employees (with CEUs) - Virtual

In this workshop, participants will gain greater insight into the dynamics surrounding chemically dependent family systems, learn intervention strategies that support all family members, and to design treatment plans that capitalize on family strengths and resources. (6 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist continuing education units)

Child Sexual Abuse, Complex Trauma and Long-term Effects (with CE hours) - Virtual

This virtual workshop will focus on the long-term impact of the abuse, understanding how complex trauma presents differently than single incident PTSD, assessment, and treatment implications. Prevention, intervention, breaking multi-generational cycles of abuse, and healing will be addressed. (6 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist continuing education units)

Child Sexual Abuse, Complex Trauma and Long-term Effects (with CEUs)

This workshop will focus on the long-term impact of the abuse, understanding how complex trauma presents differently single incident PTSD, assessment, and treatment implications. Prevention, intervention, breaking multi-generational cycles of abuse, and healing will be addressed. (6 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist continuing education units)

Children and Youth with Problem Sexual Behavior (with CEUs)

In this half-day workshop, participants will gain an understanding of and identify problem sexual behaviors as well as help differentiate between problem behaviors and healthy age-appropriate behaviors. We will explore how to address problem behaviors, treatment interventions, and how to deal with problem behaviors in the home. (3 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist continuing education units)

Chronic Anxiety: Powerful Treatment Methods to Break the Anxiety Cycle (with CEUs)

In this workshop, participants will learn how to motivate clients to seek out, rather than avoid, the corrective experiences they need for recovery. Identify effective strategies from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Paradoxical Therapy, Metacognitive Therapy, and traditional CBT. (7.5 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist continuing education credits)

CICS Refresher Course Using SDF2, DB2, and Intertest

Course comprised of 4 half-day sessions covering CICS, DB2, INTERTEST, Error handling, Program Control, COMMAREA, and related topics. Format is lecture and Q & A, not computer lab. Participants should have some experience with CICS and DB2.

Clinical Action for Dementia, TBI, Concussion, Stroke and Other Cognitive Declines: Assessment and Treatment Techniques for Cognitive Rehabilitation and Neuroplasticity (with CEUs)

In this workshop, participants will learn practical interventions to best help clients build and maintain cognitive skills and functional independence. Leave the day with a comprehensive toolbox of evidence-based cognitive rehabilitation interventions and the skills needed to match clients to the cognitive domains for which they are most effective. Learn practical and useful techniques that can be implemented immediately within your practice. (7.5 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and Licensed Mental Health Counselor continuing education units)

Clinical Practice with Immigrants and Refugees for Counseling Professions (with CE hours)

This workshop will prepare clinicians to work effectively with clients who are immigrants or refugees. The workshop will focus on the psychosocial strain associated with resettlement, adapting to and coping with a new culture, and its impact on mental health. For clinicians with a foundation in working with immigrants or refugees. 3 approved Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Master Social Worker continuing education hours.

Clinical Skills for Assessment and Treatment of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (with CEUs)

In this workshop, participants will learn how to assess and treat Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder within your scope of practice. (6 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist continuing education units)

Clinical Supervision Skills (with CE hours) - Virtual

Clinical supervision is a vital educational process in which a learner obtains real-life and hands-on experience in the practice of psychotherapy. The process ensures that supervisees who are in the process of forming their unique identity as psychotherapists are provided with the essential ethics, values, knowledge, and skills which will help guide and inform the care they are providing towards their clients. In our complex, diverse, traumatized, and fast-paced world a strong foundation in clinical supervision has never been more important. This workshop is geared towards clinical supervisors at all stages of their career, will focus on the essential skills clinical supervisors need to guide their clinical supervisory process. (1.5 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Creative Arts Therapist, Psychoanalysts, and Psychologist continuing education contact hours)

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Youth Depression, Anxiety and Suicide Prevention (with CEUs)

In this workshop, participants will learn fundamental “first” and “second” wave CBT skills including: psychoeducation, mood monitoring, behavioral activation, cognitive restructuring, exposure therapy, problem solving, among others. The more recent “third wave” advances including: mindfulness therapies, cognitive processing therapy, applicable DBT skills (i.e. behavioral chain analysis & distress tolerance), evidence-based suicide risk assessment, safety planning and suicide prevention skills will be discussed. Methods to enhance youth motivation and engagement in treatment will be addressed, as well as, methods to involve parents in their child’s treatment. The training will emphasize practical skills that youth can readily use to effectively over-come depression, anxiety and self-harm urges. Reproducible therapeutic activity worksheets will be provided to help have a readily available compendium of useful structured therapeutic activities to use with your young clients. (6 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist continuing education units)

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in the Treatment of Substance Use Disorders (CBT-SUD) (with CE hours) - Virtual

Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy in Treatment of Substance Use Disorders training is a clinical workshop that reviews Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy theory and interventions. The thought-feeling-action model of cognitive therapy will be discussed in the context of substance use. The training builds on foundational knowledge and incorporates clinical considerations and specific interventions in treatment of Substance Use Disorders. The training focuses on core cognitive and behavioral interventions while adding elective therapeutic components to customize treatment for clients. The training targets clinicians who provide individual substance use treatment. Training experience will be highly interactive with ample opportunity for learning and refining skills through role-play, demonstration, and a mock case-conceptualization exercise. (6 approved Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Psychologist continuing education hours)

Cognitive Behavioral Treatment for OCD (with CE hours) - Virtual

Cognitive-Behavioral therapy is recognized as the gold standard treatment for OCD. The foremost point of this approach is to empower individuals with OCD to use Exposure & Response Prevention (ERP) protocols. Attendees will learn how to assess OCD, develop a treatment plan based on cognitive-behavioral principles, and learn how clients can execute this plan even when seemingly unmotivated. This workshop is designed for practitioners who treat anxiety and mood disorders, who would like to learn crucial details about the treatment of OCD and avoid co-obsessing with the client. Not knowing how to help individuals with OCD can cause more harm than good. The workshop provides an understanding of effective strategies and a comparison of different treatment approaches not used for the treatment of OCD. Role-plays will demonstrate strategies and case examples will show how to tailor interventions to meet the unique needs of each individual. (7 approved Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Psychologist continuing education hours)

Cognitive Behavioral Treatment for OCD- An Intro (with CEUs) - Virtual

In this virtual workshop, participants will learn to assess OCD, develop a plan based on cognitive-behavioral principles, and learn how clients can execute the plan even when seemingly unmotivated. (4 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Psychologist continuing education units)

Cognitive Behavioral Treatment for OCD- An Intro for M/C Employees (with CEUs) - Virtual

In this workshop, participants will learn to assess OCD, develop a plan based on cognitive-behavioral principles, and learn how clients can execute the plan even when seemingly unmotivated. (4 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and Licensed Mental Health Counselor continuing education units)

Cognitive Brief Therapy for Substance Use Disorders (with CEUs)

In this workshop, participants will learn evidence-based, cognitive behavioral methods for helping patients with addictions improve their motivation to change, identify and moderate their addiction related beliefs, manage their cravings more effectively, improve their mood states via self-help methods, and utilize a range of adaptive skills. (6 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist continuing education units)

Cognitive-Behavioral Treatment for OCD – An Advanced Workshop (with CEUs) - Virtual

In this virtual workshop, participants will build beyond a basic understanding of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder and will be advanced. This higher-level workshop will prepare participants to utilize a fresh, evidence-based treatment approach to improve practice and treatment outcomes. Attendees will learn how to gain results that cannot be achieved with traditional talk therapy. Participants will learn how to select appropriate Exposure & Response Prevention (ERP) and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) interventions for complex cases and relapse prevention. Role-plays will demonstrate strategies for using cognitive restructuring to optimize ERP's impact. Using case examples, participants will hear about the latest inhibitory learning research and learn how the research can be optimally translated into clinical practice. (4 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Psychologist continuing education units)

Cognitive-Behavioral Treatment for OCD – An Advanced Workshop for M/C Employees (with CEUs) - Virtual

In this workshop, participants will build beyond a basic understanding of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and will be advanced. This higher-level workshop will prepare participants to utilize a fresh, evidence-based treatment approach to improve practice and treatment outcomes. Attendees will learn how to gain results that cannot be achieved with traditional talk therapy. Participants will learn how to select appropriate Exposure & Response Prevention (ERP) and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) interventions for complex cases and relapse prevention. Role-plays will demonstrate strategies for using cognitive restructuring to optimize ERP's impact. Using case examples, participants will hear about the latest inhibitory learning research and learn how the research can be optimally translated into clinical practice. (3 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and Licensed Mental Health Counselor continuing education units)

Collaborating with Local Governments

This workshop provides an entry-level overview of the different forms of interaction with local governments, such as service delivery networks, program development collaboration, and inter-municipal cooperation, as well as local government roles and constraints. The skills and tools needed to function effectively with local government partners will also be introduced. The workshop is provided as a case-based offering using NYS intergovernmental cases. Prerequisite: Completion of the PSWP workshop "Understanding Local Governments" or a solid understanding of the structure, powers, and functioning of local governments. Prerequisite: Completion of the PSWP workshop "Understanding Local Governments" or a solid understanding of the structure, powers, and functioning of local governments.

Collaboration of Care and Dual Disorders for OMH

This workshop is designed for OMH clinical staff who provide support and service to children and adolescents presenting with dual disorders in the intellectual developmental disability (IDD) and mental illness areas. The workshop will cover how to identify similarities and differences between intellectual disabilities and mental illness, ways to improve service delivery, the essential components of a coordinated care system, and types of modifications to psychiatric disorders in children and adolescents with IDD using the DM-ID. Discussion of information sources available, therapeutic modifications and the benefits of group therapy will also be included.

Collaboration of Care and Dual Disorders for OMH/OPWDD

This workshop is designed for OMH and OMRDD clinical staff who provide support and service to individuals presenting with dual disorders in the intellectual developmental disability (IDD) and mental illness areas. The workshop will cover how to identify similarities and differences between intellectual disabilities and mental illness, ways to improve service delivery, the essential components of a coordinated care system, and types of modifications to psychiatric disorders in persons with IDD using the DM-ID. Discussion of information sources available, therapeutic modifications and the benefits of group therapy will also be included.

Collaboration of Care and Dual Disorders for OMH/OPWDD Psychiatrists

The half-day workshop is designed for psychiatrists and medical doctors in the fields of psychiatric disorders and Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD). Topics include: how to identify behaviors that directly relate to psychiatric disorders in persons with IDD; methods in formulating a diagnosis; appropriate medications; and the role of the psychiatrist as a member of an interdisciplinary team.

Communicating Across Agendas for DOCCS (with CEUs)

In this workshop, participants will practice respectful communication across power structures and across cultural frameworks, rooting interactions in dignity. Practice using connective communication skills and seeking to establish common ground. (5 approved Licensed Master Social Worker and Licensed Clinical Social Worker continuing education units)

Communication Skills for Inspectors and Investigators

In this interactive workshop, participants have an opportunity to improve their skills in dealing with and managing conflict. The workshop provides practical tools and techniques for inspectors and investigators for conflict management and dispute resolution. Topics include conflict theory, individual styles for resolving conflict, differentiating between positions and interests, and determining how differences impact communication. The focus is upon making the participants more effective problem solvers.

Communication Skills for Inspectors and Investigators - Virtual

In this interactive virtual workshop, participants have an opportunity to improve their skills in dealing with and managing conflict. The workshop provides practical tools and techniques for inspectors and investigators for conflict management and dispute resolution. Topics include conflict theory, individual styles for resolving conflict, differentiating between positions and interests, and determining how differences impact communication. The focus is upon making the participants more effective problem solvers.

Communication Skills for Non-Native English Speakers for Banking

This two-day workshop is designed to help non-native English speakers master techniques for adjusting accent and non-verbal cues particular to an ethnic background. It explores the fundamentals of presentation skills and delivery techniques, and through exercises and practice sessions, participants learn how to manage the fear of public speaking and how best to present a message.

Compassion and Loving-kindness in Practice (with CEUs)

In this workshop, participants learn about the research on self-compassion, compassion, mindfulness, and lovingkindness practice and their impacts on emotional wellbeing, empathy, health, and interpersonal functioning. Participants engage in critical inquiry about personal and cultural barriers to compassion and self-compassion as they learn about and engage in lovingkindness practice. The workshop offers ways to incorporate these practices for oneself and for clients. (3 approved Licensed Master Social Work, Licensed Clinical Social Work, and Licensed Mental Health Counselor continuing education credits).

Compassion Fatigue Certification Training for Healthcare, Mental Health and Caring Professionals (with CEs) - Virtual

In this virtual workshop, participants will discuss compassion fatigue and how it relates to secondary trauma and burnout. Learn about assessment tools that can be used to identify the signs of compassion fatigue in yourself and others. Discuss evidence-based strategies to reduce stress and increase well-being. (7.5 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Psychologist continuing education units; 7.6 approved Physical Therapist and Physical Therapist Assistant contact hours)

Compelling Presentations of Findings and Policy for DFS Examiners

This two-day workshop is designed for New York State Department of Financial Services (NYSDFS) employees to enhance and strengthen their executive presence in communication, public speaking, and creating a powerful presentation. This workshop will consist of one instructor-led day and one participant presentation day. Utilizing Microsoft PowerPoint applications in conjunction with case studies, reports, and data from the NYSDFS, participants will learn to organize and create a compelling 10 slide Microsoft PowerPoint presentation by story-boarding a narrative to share information. This workshop will prepare examiners to communicate examination findings effectively and professionally to executives at both FDS and its licensed entities. Participants will deliver a 15-minute presentation for which they will receive 5 minutes of feedback. Prior to attending this workshop participants will have identified a presentation topic and completed the Statewide Learning Management System (SLMS) course: Working with Graphic Audio Content PowerPoint2016.

Compelling Presentations of Findings and Policy for DFS Examiners - Virtual

This four-session (each 3 hours in length) virtual workshop is designed for New York State Department of Financial Services (NYSDFS) employees to enhance and strengthen their executive presence in communication, public speaking, and creating a powerful presentation. This workshop will consist of two instructor led sessions and two participant presentation sessions. Utilizing the Cisco Webex and Microsoft PowerPoint applications in conjunction with case studies, reports, and data from the NYSDFS, participants will learn to organize and create a compelling 10 slide Microsoft PowerPoint presentation by story-boarding a narrative to share information creatively. Participants will virtually deliver a 15-minute presentation for which they will receive 5 minutes of feedback. This workshop will enhance the quality of their work, and communication when sharing exam findings to executive and licensed entities, as well as, advising them on NYSDFS policies and procedures. Prior to attending this workshop participants will be required to complete the Statewide Learning Management System (SLMS) courses: Working with Graphic Audio Content PowerPoint 2016 as well as Orientation to WebEx Training: Participant Overview.

Compelling Presentations of Findings and Policy for DFS Examiners for M/C Employees - Virtual

This four-session (each 3 hours in length) virtual workshop is designed for New York State Department of Financial Services (NYSDFS) employees to enhance and strengthen their executive presence in communication, public speaking, and creating a powerful presentation. This workshop will consist of two instructor led sessions and two participant presentation sessions. Utilizing the Cisco Webex and Microsoft PowerPoint applications in conjunction with case studies, reports, and data from the NYSDFS, participants will learn to organize and create a compelling 10 slide Microsoft PowerPoint presentation by story-boarding a narrative to share information creatively. Participants will virtually deliver a 15-minute presentation for which they will receive 5 minutes of feedback. This workshop will enhance the quality of their work, and communication when sharing exam findings to executive and licensed entities, as well as, advising them on NYSDFS policies and procedures. Prior to attending this workshop participants will be required to complete the Statewide Learning Management System (SLMS) courses: Working with Graphic Audio Content PowerPoint 2016 as well as Orientation to WebEx Training: Participant Overview.

Complex Trauma: From Understanding to Intervention (with CEUs)

In this workshop, participants will learn the differences between single event PTSD and complex trauma, the effects of trauma on the brain and attachment, the role of dissociation in complex trauma, and will provide you with essential interventions you can begin using immediately. (6 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist continuing education units)

Computer Security Basics

This workshop provides an introduction to fundamental computer security concepts, focusing on the Windows operating system, workstations, and mobile devices. Topics include basic computer security tools and practices, and the security models of the major mobile vendors. Participants will understand the current threat matrix targeting computing systems, issues in managing security for desktop computers and mobile systems, and effective countermeasures for protecting agency workstations.

Conducting Meetings with Bank Management for Banking

This four-day workshop is designed for bank examiners who are beginning to make presentations to the management of financial institutions. Participants will have the opportunity to practice skills, receive coaching on these skills, and be expected to provide constructive criticism to peers. Specific learning goals include: identifying reasons why examiners conduct meetings with bank management, differentiating between types of meetings held with management, directors, and determining when and how to use each type, identifying and developing good communication techniques, conducting three different types of presentations (interview, final meeting, and board meeting), and conducting meetings with management involving adverse examination findings and difficult situations, demonstrating an ability to effectively handle conflict or confrontation.

Configuring Windows Server 2008 Active Directory Domain Services

This five-day instructor-led course provides to teach Active Directory Technology Specialists with the knowledge and skills to configure Active Directory Domain Services in a distributed environment, implement Group Policies, perform backup and restore, and monitor and troubleshoot Active Directory related issues.

Configuring, Managing, and Maintaining Windows Server 2008 for OAG

This 5-day workshop is intended for Windows Server administrators who operate Windows Servers on a daily basis and want to learn the skills for configuring, managing, and maintaining the core technical areas of Windows Server 2008. This workshop combines five days worth of training content from the Network Infrastructure Technology Specialist, Active Directory Technology Specialist, and IT Professional Server Administrator courses of Windows Server 2008.

Conflict Resolution

In this interactive workshop, participants have an opportunity to improve their skills in dealing with and managing conflict. The workshop provides practical tools and techniques for conflict management and dispute resolution. Topics include conflict theory, individual styles for resolving conflict, differentiating between positions and interests, and determining how differences impact communication. The focus is upon making the participants more effective problem solvers.

Conflict Resolution for OMH

This half-day workshop provides participants with an opportunity to improve their skills in dealing with and managing conflict. The interactive workshop provides practical tools and techniques for conflict management. Topics include conflict theory, individual styles for resolving conflict, and differentiating between positions and interests. The focus is upon making the participants more effective problem solvers.

Continuous Improvement for NYS Procurement Professionals

This course explores quality and process improvement methods and tools that can be used to better New York State procurement operations. Quality improvement and waste reduction can be considered as two sides of the same coin. Both enable the State to improve its operational efficiencies. It is important that the procurement professional understands the quality and process improvement principles, approaches, and tools.

Contract Administration for NYS Procurement Professionals

This course examines how procurement contributes to the financial performance of an organization by examining its role in the cash cycle, the budgeting process, and its ability to affect operations to add financial value. We will also analyze procurement's performance and review how these performance measures can establish realistic standards for improvement and help in organizational planning. This course covers the following objectives: Identify how procurement relates to financial performance; Analyze how procurement processes add financial value; Measure the performance of the procurement function; Identify fundamental measures for different structures of procurement organizations; Develop specific effective measures for procurement; Articulate how to strategically manage the organization to support procurement’s key metrics; and Identify the most effective reporting venues.

Contract Auditing

This five-day workshop focuses on the types of contract audits and specific purposes of price proposal and historical cost audits. Topics include the procurement process, Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), allocation of costs, statistical sampling, correlation analysis, improvement curves, performing a price proposal audit, and performing the historical audit. This workshop assumes attendees have some college accounting courses and that the current job position is related to auditing of contracts. Upon completion of this workshop, participants will receive 40 Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credits.

Cooperative Communication Skills

This workshop focuses on the social and interpersonal skills essential to creating and maintaining a positive, productive workplace. Participants will have numerous opportunities to assess their communication style, sharpen communication techniques and develop realistic strategies to handle any workplace situation more effectively. Self- assessments, simulations and other hands-on techniques designed to hone cooperative communication skills will be utilized.

Coping with Client Resistance and Stuckness (with CEUs)

This workshop is designed for all levels of mental health professionals to both inspire them in their work and to provide specific proven interventions to defuse client resistance. Strategies and techniques will be presented and demonstrated. These will be applied to common forms of client resistance identified by class participants. (3 approved Licensed Master Social Work, Licensed Clinical Social Work, and Licensed Mental Health Counselor continuing education credits).

Coping With Difficult Clients: Treatment at Multiple Levels (with CE hours) - Virtual

In this interactive workshop, participants will be presented with numerous specific, proven strategies and techniques to assess and treat at multiple levels. This approach will offer more effective means to drastically reduce difficult behaviors. Interventions will be demonstrated and applied to case examples shared by class participants. This workshop is designed for mental health professionals of all levels (6 approved Licensed Master Social Work, Licensed Clinical Social Work, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Psychology continuing education credits).

Coping with Difficult Clients: Treatment at Multiple Levels (with CEUs)

In this interactive workshop, participants will be presented with numerous specific, proven strategies and techniques to assess and treat at multiple levels. This approach will offer more effective means to drastically reduce difficult behaviors. Interventions will be demonstrated and applied to case examples shared by class participants. This workshop is designed for mental health professionals of all levels (6 approved Licensed Master Social Work, Licensed Clinical Social Work, and Licensed Mental Health Counselor continuing education credits).

Coping with Racial Trauma: What Professionals Need to Know for M/C Employees (with CEUs) - Virtual

In this workshop, participants will be provided information on racial trauma that has been impacting communities of color all across the nation. The presenter will share mental health approaches related to community healing, as well as encourage participants to engage in discussion around navigating and coping with racial trauma, both personally and professionally. (1 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist continuing education unit)

Cost Benefit Analysis for OGS: Basics

This workshop is a basic introduction to the framework and methods of cost benefit analysis (CBA). It provides an overview of the economic concepts of supply and demand. Topics also include the economic reasoning underlying CBA and discounting to calculate present value. Examples and case studies related to the construction and real property fields will be used.

Cost Estimation (w/PDHs) - Virtual

This four-session (each 3 hours in length) virtual workshop provides the basic principles and methods of estimating the costs involved in the design and implementation of construction projects. Participants learn estimating concepts, engineering economics, planning, and scheduling. Real-world examples will illustrate fundamental analysis concepts that include the nature and quantity of work, type and size of equipment used, production rates of labor and equipment, and other unique job-site conditions. Focus of workshop will be on “light” construction projects. Upon completion of this workshop, up to 1.125 Continuing Education Units (11.25 PDHs) will be awarded.

Cost Estimation (with PDHs)

This two-day workshop provides the basic principles and methods of estimating the costs involved in the design and implementation of construction projects. Participants learn estimating concepts, engineering economics, planning, and scheduling. Real-world examples will illustrate fundamental analysis concepts that include the nature and quantity of work, type and size of equipment used, production rates of labor and equipment, and other unique job-site conditions. Focus of workshop will be on “light” construction projects. Upon completion of this workshop, up to 1.125 Continuing Education Units (11.25 PDHs) will be awarded.

Cost Estimation for OGS

This two-day workshop provides the basic principles and methods of estimating the costs involved in the design and implementation of construction projects. Participants learn estimating concepts, engineering economics, planning, scheduling, and contract fundamentals. The workshop also reviews legal considerations inherent in preparing and writing contracts.

Cost Estimation for OGS (w/PDHs) - Virtual

This four session (each 3 hours in length) virtual workshop provides the basic principles and methods of estimating the costs involved in the design and implementation of construction projects. Participants will learn estimating concepts, engineering economics, planning, scheduling, and contract fundamentals. The workshop will also review legal considerations inherent in preparing and writing contracts.

Counseling Across the Generations

This workshop explores the cultural diversity found in each of four generations and provides information about how counselors can understand the impact of generational affiliation on clients’ lives. Generational similarities, differences, and considerations will be explored, as well as ways to become more multiculturally competent with respect to clients’ generational backgrounds. The workshop format will include presentation, discussion, and interactions that seek to improve cross-generational understanding.

Counseling Grief Clients Certification Training: Functional Interventions for Everyday Use for M/C Employees (with CEUs) - Virtual

In this workshop, participants will explore new research about appropriate diagnosis of grief clients, ideas for how to assess grief severity and related constructs, and clarification about what is meant by “complicated grief.” Review the most commonly used current models for understanding grief and leave with tools, including 20 interventions, to more confidently assist clients in navigating the adaptive, yet confusing and difficult, grief process. (7.5 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist continuing education units)

Counseling Support and Care Coordination for Gender Variant and Transgender Children, Adolescents, and Adults (with CEU’s)

In this workshop, participants will focus specifically on the therapeutic and support needs of gender variant and transgender children, adolescent and adults in all cultural settings. Providers, as well as involved family members, are often unfamiliar with the complex developmental, health, mental health, transition, and other needs for these individuals. Care coordination between behavioral health and medical providers is critical, and assistance may include primary or pediatric care, gynecologic and urologic care, reproductive options, voice and communication therapy, behavioral health services, and hormonal and surgical treatments. There are also legal aspects to transition, as well as challenges faced in various life areas such as school, work, and social activities. By the end of the training participants will have a greater understanding and comfort level in working with gender variant and transgender children, adolescent and adults. (6 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and Licensed Creative Arts Therapist continuing education credits)

COVID-19 Recovery: The Psychosocial Challenges for Patients and Families for M/C Employees (with CEUs) - Virtual

This session will identify the psychosocial challenges faced by patients and families recovering from COVID-19, including a discussion of social determinants of health. Consider how the experience of having COVID or having beloved family members with COVID may create PTSD symptoms in the future and the implications of this for ongoing practice. This session will focus on some strategies for managing your own well-being while providing psychological support for others and coping with uncertainty. (2.5 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Psychologist continuing education units)

Creating Effective Training Presentations (Train-the-Trainer)

This workshop will focus on building course content through brainstorming, outlining, and organization of information. The class will participate in a group activity to create course outlines. This workshop will also address copyright and plagiarism as it relates to the usage of research material. Finally, an overview of common instructional techniques will be presented. The presentation-based instructional techniques, such as the use of PowerPoint®, will be explored in detail during this workshop. Participants in this Train-the-Trainer will practice delivering the curriculum and facilitating small group exercises. The workshop is intended for experienced trainers with strong platform and presentation skills. Upon successful completion of this workshop, 6 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) will be awarded.

Creative Art Therapy: Ten Dynamic Non-Verbal Creative Arts Modalities to Use With Difficult to Reach Clients for Mental Health Professionals (with CEUs)

In this workshop, participants will learn how to facilitate non-verbal methods, to help your clients/groups express their feelings, gain perspective on their issues, imagine alternatives, and plan future healing action. Particularly geared to equip clinicians with easy-to-implement, non-verbal modalities for use with most of your clients even the difficult-to-reach client. You will leave this workshop feeling confident in your ability to determine which creative arts modalities to offer each of your clients, how to invite your clients to participate, and how to sensitively discuss the art created. No arts experience needed for this workshop. (5 approved Licensed Master Social Work, Licensed Clinical Social Work, and Licensed Mental Health Counselor continuing education credits).

Creative Arts Therapy for Mental Health Practitioners (with CEUs)

In this workshop, participants will be introduced to the therapeutic facilitation and utilization of Creative Arts Therapy for Mental Health Practitioners. The workshops will provide participants with an introduction to the Person-Centered approach to Creative Art Therapy and allow experiential, hands-on participation and discussion of application with diverse populations. Absolutely no prior art experience is necessary and is open to experienced and novice clinicians alike. (5 approved Licensed Master Social Work, Licensed Clinical Social Work, and Licensed Mental Health Counselor continuing education credits).

Creative Strategies for Healing Trauma: Experiential Techniques to Rewire the Brain (with CEUs)

Learn the art and science of healing trauma with creative strategies that uplift and empower your clients as you trigger memory reconsolidation, the brain’s own process for rewiring memory networks. Get dozens of new ideas and innovative techniques that that use imagery, music, movement, art, and journaling. Discover why combining cognitive therapy with experiential strategies facilitates neuroplasticity faster than using cognitive or insight therapies alone and how to do it effectively. You’ll also learn what all effective trauma therapies have in common and how to adapt interventions to your client’s personality preferences, attachment style, and cultural needs. You may even create your own healing experience with hands-on activities that energize, inspire and renew your passion for this most-important work. (6 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and Licensed Creative Arts Therapist continuing education credits)

Creative Strategies for Healing Trauma: Experiential Techniques to Rewire the Brain (with CEUs; OMH)

This workshop will provide creative strategies that uplift and empower your clients as you trigger memory reconsolidation, the brain’s own process for rewiring memory networks. Get dozens of new ideas and innovative techniques that that use imagery, music, movement, art, and journaling. Discover why combining cognitive therapy with experiential strategies facilitates neuroplasticity faster than using cognitive or insight therapies alone and how to do it effectively. Participants will also learn what all effective trauma therapies have in common and how to adapt interventions to your client’s personality preferences, attachment style, and cultural needs. You may even create your own healing experience with hands-on activities that energize, inspire and renew your passion for this most-important work. (6 approved Licensed Master Social Worker and Licensed Clinical Social Worker continuing education units)

Creative Thinking and Decision Making for OPWDD

This workshop focuses on developing clear and logical thought processes for enabling effective decision making, while encouraging creativity. The workshop will cover the use of various tools and techniques when making decisions to efficiently adapt to uncertain, changing, and open-ended environments. Participants will learn ways to evaluate and process information more effectively, and make the best decision from it. Participants will practice applying these techniques to work-related discussions and assignments including customer service settings.

Crystal Designer - Virtual

This two-session (each 3 hours in length) workshop will help employees create reports efficiently and correctly using Crystal Designer. Participants will learn basic functions including how to set up and navigate the system, extract data, write formulas, link tables, create parameters and modify existing reports. Additionally, participants will learn how to link external data, export it to Excel, and link it to Crystal Designer. Staff should come away with an understanding of the terminology and the ability to speak the Crystal Designer language. A review of the “points of confusion” when using the system will also be discussed.

Cultural and Historical Traumas: Invisible Barriers to Healing and Change (with CEUs)

In this workshop, participants will discuss the legacies of cultural and historical trauma influencing the clients you work with. From African Americans, Native Americans, Holocaust Survivors and their descendants, inter-generational poverty, or refugees. If your clients differ from you in the areas of race, culture, religion, sexuality, class or gender, your own biases are there as well. This training brings these issues out of the shadows into consciousness and opens a path towards healing the disenfranchised grief of cultural and historical wounds. In order to be attuned, mindful, effective healers, therapists also need to bring their own bias out of the shadows with the awareness that bias is already there. And since bias is already there, learn to regulate it instead of avoiding it. Learning and dialogue will be facilitated through lecture, dyadic discussion, experiential exercises and video presentation. (6 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and Licensed Creative Arts Therapist continuing education credits)

Cultural Diversity in Healthcare for SUNY Downstate

This workshop is designed to illuminate the vital importance of cultural competence in healthcare settings. Participants will receive requisite knowledge and skills to meet current and future regulatory requirements, improve documentation, and enhance abilities to meet the needs of diverse patients and families. The workshop is offered to all levels of staff nurses as well as nurse educators and nurse administrators. Upon successful completion of this workshop 6 contact hours, or 0.6 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) will be awarded.

Culturally Responsive Cognitive Behavioral Therapy: From You to Service Delivery (with CE hours) - Virtual

Mental health care providers face the daily challenge of interacting with individuals and families whose race, culture, national origin, living circumstances, and family composition are different from their own, especially as populations of individuals from diverse backgrounds are increasing in both urban and suburban areas. While there still appears to remain a stigma against mental health treatment, more recent research suggests that more Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) individuals are increasingly engaging in mental health treatment. In contrast, the sociocultural location of mental health providers can be vastly different from many of the BIPOC clients they serve. This overall difference creates the possibility of a disconnect that can affect many aspects of the delivery of mental health services. This workshop will review traditional CBT approaches, challenges and critiques of CBT, and an examination of Culturally responsive CBT. It will highlight the importance of self-reflection in working with BIPOC clients and their families, culturally responsive and competent cognitive behavioral assessment techniques, treatment planning, and clinical interventions. (2 continuing education hours for LCSW, LMSW, LMHC, and PSY)

Customer Service Excellence for OGS

This workshop is designed to ensure customers’ needs are addressed in an effective and efficient manner. Employees will need to know the basic role of Customer Service Representatives, skills need to create a culture that focuses on the customers’ needs, best practices, personal accountability, the role of team building customer service relationships, how to respond and handle complaints, effective communication skills (including phone and email communications), and the best ways to bring positive results to the customer service experience.

Data Analysis

This two-day workshop will help participants develop skills for visualizing and analyzing data. Topics include descriptive statistics, histograms, cross tabulations and pivot tables, correlation and regression, and confidence intervals. Use of graphs to explore patterns and relationships in the data is emphasized. Data sets are provided for practice in building statistical analysis skills. Microsoft Excel will be used as a tool for learning about data analysis and the workshop will be held in a digital classroom where each participant has a computer for doing the exercises. Students should bring a USB (flash) drive to class to store the files that they will be using. Prerequisite: Familiarity with Excel, including knowing how to enter simple formulas and use built-in functions. An introductory statistics course is recommended. Note: Please remember to bring a USB (flash) drive to class to store your work and for reference after the workshop.

Data Analysis - Virtual

This four-session (each 3 hours in length) workshop will help participants develop skills for visualizing and analyzing data. Topics include descriptive statistics, histograms, cross tabulations and pivot tables, correlation and regression, and confidence intervals. Use of graphs to explore patterns and relationships in the data is emphasized. Data sets are provided for practice in building statistical analysis skills. Microsoft Excel will be used as a tool for learning about data analysis and the workshop will be delivered virtually using Zoom. Each participant will be required to participate in all exercises using their computer. Prerequisite: Familiarity with Excel, including knowing how to enter simple formulas and use built-in functions, and completion of the NYS GOER Working with Data (Online) course component prior to attending the workshop. Optional assignment maybe given between sessions.

Data Analysis Advanced - Virtual

This four-session (each 3 hours in length) workshop continues to develop the skills to analyze data. Topics include multiple regression, regression modeling, analysis of variation, multiple comparison procedures, and nonparametric methods. Data sets are provided for practice in building statistical analysis skills. The workshop uses Microsoft Excel for learning about data analysis and the workshop will be delivered virtually using Zoom. Each participant will be required to participate in all exercises using their computer. Prerequisite: Familiarity with Excel, including knowing how to enter simple formulas and use built-in functions. Attending the basic data analysis workshop as well as an introductory statistics course is recommended. Optional assignment may be given between sessions to enhance learning.

Data Analysis for DCJS

This two-day workshop develops skills for visualizing and analyzing data. Topics include descriptive statistics, histograms, cross tabulations and pivot tables, correlation and regression, and confidence intervals. Use of graphs to explore patterns and relationships in the data is emphasized. Data sets, specific to DCJS, are provided for practice in building statistical analysis skills. The workshop uses Microsoft Excel 2007 as a tool for learning about data analysis and is held in a digital classroom where each participant has a computer for doing the exercises. Students should bring a USB (flash) drive to class to store the files that they will be using. Prerequisite: Familiarity with Excel, including knowing how to enter simple formulas and use built-in functions. An introductory statistics course is recommended.

Data Analysis for DMV

This two-day workshop will help participants develop skills for visualizing and analyzing data. Topics include descriptive statistics, histograms, cross tabulations and pivot tables, correlation and regression, and confidence intervals. Use of graphs to explore patterns and relationships in the data is emphasized. Data sets are provided for practice in building statistical analysis skills. Microsoft Excel 2016 will be used as a tool for learning about data analysis and the workshop will be held in a digital classroom where each participant has a computer for doing the exercises. Students should bring a USB (flash) drive to class to store the files that they will be using. Prerequisite: Familiarity with Excel, including knowing how to enter simple formulas and use built-in functions. An introductory statistics course is recommended.

Data Analysis for DPS - Virtual

This four-session (each 3 hours in length) workshop will help participants develop skills for visualizing and analyzing data. Topics include descriptive statistics, histograms, cross tabulations and pivot tables, correlation and regression, and confidence intervals. Use of graphs to explore patterns and relationships in the data is emphasized. DPS data will be used along with other data sets for practice in building statistical analysis skills. Microsoft Excel will be used as a tool for learning about data analysis and the workshop will be delivered virtually using Zoom. Each participant will be required to participate in all exercises using their computer. Prerequisite: Familiarity with Excel, including knowing how to enter simple formulas and use built-in functions, and completion of the NYS GOER Working with Data (Online) course component prior to attending the workshop.

Data Analysis for ITS

This two-day workshop will help participants develop skills for visualizing and analyzing data. Topics include descriptive statistics, histograms, cross tabulations and pivot tables, correlation and regression, and confidence intervals. Use of graphs to explore patterns and relationships in the data is emphasized. Data sets are provided for practice in building statistical analysis skills. Microsoft Excel 2016 will be used as a tool for learning about data analysis and the workshop will be held in a digital classroom where each participant has a computer for doing the exercises. Students should bring a USB (flash) drive to class to store the files that they will be using. Prerequisite: Familiarity with Excel, including knowing how to enter simple formulas and use built-in functions. An introductory statistics course is recommended.

Data Analysis for M/C Employees - Virtual

This four-session (each 3 hours in length) workshop will help participants develop skills for visualizing and analyzing data. Topics include descriptive statistics, histograms, cross tabulations and pivot tables, correlation and regression, and confidence intervals. Use of graphs to explore patterns and relationships in the data is emphasized. Data sets are provided for practice in building statistical analysis skills. Microsoft Excel will be used as a tool for learning about data analysis and the workshop will be delivered virtually using Zoom. Each participant will be required to participate in all exercises using their computer. Prerequisite: Familiarity with Excel, including knowing how to enter simple formulas and use built-in functions.

Data Analysis for OGS

This two-day workshop develops basic skills for visualizing and analyzing data. Topics include a basic overview of Excel tools and techniques, descriptive statistics, frequency distributions, histograms, cross tabulations, and pivot tables. The workshop uses Microsoft Excel 2007 as a tool for learning about data analysis and is held in a digital classroom. Prerequisite: Familiarity with Excel, including knowing how to enter simple formulas and use built-in functions. An introductory statistics course is recommended.

Data Analysis for Tax & Finance

This two-day workshop will help participants develop skills for visualizing and analyzing data. Topics include descriptive statistics, histograms, cross tabulations and pivot tables, correlation and regression, and confidence intervals. Use of graphs to explore patterns and relationships in the data is emphasized. Data sets are provided for practice in building statistical analysis skills. Microsoft Excel 2016 will be used as a tool for learning about data analysis and the workshop will be held in a digital classroom where each participant has a computer for doing the exercises. Students should bring a USB (flash) drive to class to store the files that they will be using. Prerequisite: Familiarity with Excel, including knowing how to enter simple formulas and use built-in functions. An introductory statistics course is recommended.

Data Analysis: Advanced

This two-day workshop continues to develop the skills to analyze data. Topics include multiple regression, regression modeling, analysis of variation, multiple comparison procedures, and nonparametric methods. Data sets are provided for practice in building statistical analysis skills. The workshop uses Microsoft Excel for learning about data analysis. Each participant will be required to participate in all exercises using a computer. Prerequisite: Familiarity with Excel, including knowing how to enter simple formulas and use built-in functions. Attending the basic data analysis workshop as well as an introductory statistics course is recommended.

Data Analysis: Advanced for OSC

This two-day workshop continues to develop the skills to analyze data. Topics include multiple regression, regression modeling, analysis of variation, multiple comparison procedures, and nonparametric methods. Data sets are provided for practice in building statistical analysis skills. The workshop uses Microsoft Excel 2016 as the primary tool for learning about data analysis and is held in a digital classroom where each participant has a computer for doing the exercises. Students should bring a USB (flash) drive to class to store the files that they will be using. Prerequisite: Familiarity with Excel, including knowing how to enter simple formulas and use built-in functions. Attending the basic data analysis workshop as well as an introductory statistics course is recommended.

Data Collection and Analysis for NYS Procurement Professionals

Spend data collection and analysis is no longer an ad hoc function that looks back on historic data to produce reports for sourcing teams and leadership. Instead, data collection and analysis are on-going exercises that locate, organize, and critically analyze relevant spend data to aid in strategic procurement decisions. This course covers the following learning objectives: Pinpoint the sources of data for organization; Aggregate data using State technology; Describe concepts such as master data, master data quality, master data governance, and master data architecture; How to manage data: cleaning, aggregating, segmenting, and consolidating using State technology; Organize data according to State needs; Increase visibility into raw data; How to use and understand your data and account for trends, seasonality, and cyclicality; and Describe benchmarks and regression models commonly useful in a business environment.

DB2 9 for z/OS Transition

This workshop is an intermediate course for system and database administrators, application developers, and other individuals who need a technical introduction to selected new features of DB2 9. Participants will learn to describe selected new features and enhancements of DB2 9 for z/OS Evaluate the usefulness of the new features and enhancements of DB2 9 for z/OS. Participants should have practical experience with DB2 for z/OS and have basic knowledge of the functions and usage of DB2 z/OS Version 8.

DBT for Children and Families: Clinical Skills Basics for OMH

This two-day workshop is designed for all OMH staff working with teens and families in a wide range of treatment contexts. Participants will learn the basic principles of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) as well as relevant adaptations for working with this population. Practitioners will learn specific principles and strategies relevant to individual therapy, family sessions, telephone consultation, and skills training with adolescents and families, including a new skills module called the walking the middle path. This training will be conducted in a "hands-on" manner, emphasizing clear and practical instruction illustrated in video, role-play demonstrations, small group interactions and adolescent-friendly mindfulness exercises.

Dealing with Difficult People

This workshop provides participants with skills to identify types of difficult people, and to understand why people often behave negatively. Through recognition of their own communication style and ways they cope with conflict, participants will learn how to maintain control when faced with difficult people and situations. Role playing and other hands-on techniques designed to develop skills for dealing with difficult people will be practiced.

Dealing with Difficult People (Half-day) for OPWDD

This half-day workshop provides participants with skills to identify types of difficult people, understand why people often behave negatively, recognize their own communication style, and cope with conflict.

Dealing with Difficult People for Ag & Mkts

This workshop focuses on the personal and interpersonal skills necessary for successful interactions in the workplace. Participants learn strategies for turning potentially destructive encounters into productive and profitable exchanges. Topics include effective communication techniques for working with difficult individuals; withdrawn and uncommunicative people; and how to neutralize morale busters. Participants will discuss topics relevant to inspectors, technicians, and other employees who deal directly with the public on a regular basis.

Dealing with Difficult People in Health Care Settings

This workshop provides participants with skills to identify types of difficult people, and to understand why people in a health care setting often behave negatively. Through recognition of their own communication style and ways they cope with conflict, participants will learn how to maintain control when faced with difficult people and situations. Role playing and other hands-on techniques designed to develop skills for dealing with difficult co-workers, patients, and families will be practiced.

Decision Making & Critical Thinking - Virtual

This virtual workshop focuses on developing clear and logical thought processes which enable effective decision making. Participants learn how to critically evaluate and process information and make the best decision from it. Topics to be discussed include formulating reasoned ideas, interpreting information, and recognizing and overcoming barriers to critical thinking. Participants will practice applying critical thinking and decision-making processes to work-related discussions and assignments including customer service settings.

Decision Making and Critical Thinking

This workshop focuses on developing clear and logical thought processes which enable effective decision making. Participants learn how to critically evaluate and process information and make the best decision from it. Topics to be discussed include formulating reasoned ideas, interpreting information, and recognizing and overcoming barriers to critical thinking. Participants will practice applying critical thinking and decision-making processes to work-related discussions and assignments including customer service settings.

Decision Making and Critical Thinking for DOCCS

This workshop focuses on developing clear and logical thought processes which enable effective decision making. Participants learn how to critically evaluate and process information and make the best decision from it. Topics to be discussed include formulating reasoned ideas, interpreting information, and recognizing and overcoming barriers to critical thinking. Participants will practice applying critical thinking and decision-making processes to work-related discussions and assignments including customer service settings.

Decision Making and Critical Thinking for OMH

This workshop focuses on developing clear and logical thought process which enable effective decision making. Participants learn how to critically evaluate and process information and make the best decision from it. Topics to be discussed include formulating reasoned ideas, interpreting information, and recognizing and overcoming barriers to critical thinking. Participants will practice applying critical thinking and decision-making processes to work-related discussions and assignments.

Decision Making and Critical Thinking for OSC

This workshop focuses on developing clear and logical thought processes which enable effective decision making. Participants learn how to critically evaluate and process information and make the best decision from it. Topics to be discussed include formulating reasoned ideas, interpreting information, and recognizing and overcoming barriers to critical thinking. Participants will practice applying critical thinking and decision-making processes to work-related discussions and assignments including customer service settings.

Deeper Dive into Business Process Modeling

One-day course covering business process modeling. Topics include documentation and assessment using data flow diagramming, process analysis, process model types, and facilitation tips.

Deeper Dive into Developing Business Use Cases

One-day course covering development of business use cases. Topics include transforming business process models into logical transactions and use case diagrams. Project examples will be used to illustrate concepts.

Defensive Documentation

This workshop teaches the legal and ethical aspects of medical case documentation and record-keeping with a focus on litigation preparation and understanding as it relates to fact-finding and best practice strategies. Topics include common errors in charting, what to include and omit in documentation, review of selected court cases, and the pros and cons of various methods of charting. This workshop is geared towards physicians, nurses, clinicians, and counselors.

Defensive Documentation (with nursing CEUs)

This workshop teaches the legal and ethical aspects of medical case documentation and record-keeping with a focus on litigation preparation and understanding as it relates to fact-finding and best practice strategies. Topics include common errors in charting, what to include and omit in documentation, review of selected court cases, and the pros and cons of various methods of charting. This workshop is geared towards physicians, nurses, clinicians and counselors. Upon successful completion of this workshop, 6 contact hours of nursing continuing education (0.6 CEUs) will be awarded.

Defensive Documentation (with SW CEUs)

This workshop geared towards clinicians, counselors, physicians and nurses teaches the legal and ethical aspects of medical case documentation and record-keeping with a focus on litigation preparation and understanding as it relates to fact-finding and best practice strategies. Topics include common errors in charting, what to include and omit in documentation, review of selected court cases, and the pros and cons of various methods of charting. (6 approved Licensed Master Social Worker and Licensed Clinical Social Worker continuing education units)

Defensive Documentation for Counseling Professionals (with CE hours)

This workshop for counseling professionals teaches the legal and ethical aspects of case documentation and record-keeping with a focus on litigation preparation and understanding as it relates to fact-finding and best practice strategies. Topics include common errors in charting, what to include and omit in documentation, review of selected court cases, and the pros and cons of various methods of charting. (6 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor continuing education contact hours)

Defensive Documentation for Counseling Professionals (with CE hours) - Virtual

This workshop for counseling professionals teaches the legal and ethical aspects of case documentation and record-keeping with a focus on litigation preparation and understanding as it relates to fact-finding and best practice strategies. Topics include common errors in charting, what to include and omit in documentation, review of selected court cases, and the pros and cons of various methods of charting. (6 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor continuing education contact hours)

Defensive Documentation for Nurses

This workshop teaches the legal and ethical aspects of medical case documentation and record-keeping with a focus on litigation preparation and understanding as it relates to fact-finding and best practice strategies. Topics include common errors in charting, what to include and omit in documentation, review of selected court cases, and the pros and cons of various methods of charting. This workshop is geared toward nurses.

Defensive Documentation for Nurses (with Nursing CE hours) - Virtual

This full-day session virtual workshop teaches the legal and ethical aspects of medical case documentation and record-keeping with a focus on litigation preparation and understanding as it relates to fact-finding and best practice strategies. Topics include common errors in charting, what to include and omit in documentation, review of selected court cases, and the pros and cons of various methods of charting. This workshop is geared towards nurses. This continuing professional development activity has been approved for 6.0 Continuing Nursing Education credits by the Northeast Multistate Division Education Unit, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.

Defensive Documentation for OMH (half day)

This half-day workshop teaches the legal and ethical aspects of medical case documentation and record-keeping with a focus on litigation preparation and understanding as it relates to fact-finding and best practice strategies. Topics include common errors in charting, what to include and omit in documentation, review of selected court cases, and the pros and cons of various methods of charting. This workshop is geared towards physicians, nurses, clinicians, and counselors.

Defensive Documentation for OMH Medical Professionals

This workshop teaches the legal and ethical aspects of medical case documentation and record-keeping with a focus on litigation preparation and understanding as it relates to fact-finding and best practice strategies. Topics include common errors in charting, what to include and omit in documentation, importance of timely documentation, and a review Joint Commission standards. This workshop is geared towards physicians, psychiatrists and advanced practice nurses. An application for CME has been submitted by the office of Mental Health. Upon course approval, up to 2 AMA PRA Category 1 credits will be awarded for successful completion of this course.

Dementia Disorders: An Overview

This workshop discusses conditions and neurological disorders other than Alzheimer's disease that cause symptoms of dementia. Participants learn about three additional forms of dementia: vascular dementia, Lewy body dementia, and Frontotemporal dementia. The signs, symptoms, and treatment options are also reviewed. Upon successful completion of this workshop, 6 contact hours or .6 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) will be awarded.

Depressed, Bipolar or Borderline (with CEUs)

In this workshop, participants will learn a four-part, clinical diagnostic method to distinguish patients with borderline personality and unipolar depression from those with bipolar illnesses. Clinicians will learn about why, despite widespread use, antidepressants, atypical antipsychotics, and lamotrigine (Lamictal) should not form the foundation of treatment for bipolar illness. They will also learn about the medications that work in acute bipolar depression and that have been proven effective in the long-term. (7 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and Licensed Mental Health Counselor continuing education units)

Designing and Delivering Dynamic Experiential Learning

This workshop is designed to address the needs of varying experience levels of instructors and curriculum designers. Explore how to create and facilitate a variety of interactive games and activities that align with a wide variety of learning objectives, contexts, and participant learning styles.

Developing Applications for IBM WebSphere Process Server V7‐1

Five-day course covers building and deploying process integration solutions using WebSphere technologies. Through presentations and lab exercises, students learn concepts, components, and procedures to develop and implement an integrated business solution using WebSphere.

Developing Applications for IBM WebSphere Process Server V7‐1 for Taxation & Finance

Five-day course covers building and deploying process integration solutions using WebSphere technologies. Through presentations and lab exercises, students learn concepts, components, and procedures to develop and implement an integrated business solution using WebSphere.

Developing Microsoft ASP.Net Web Applications Using Virtual Studio.NET for HESC

This workshop teaches introductory-level Web developers the fundamentals of Web application development and best practices for Microsoft Web development technologies, including ASP.NET 3.5, ASP.NET AJAX Extensions and Silverlight. Participants should have experience in creating forms and tables in HTML and programming experience using Microsoft Visual Basic or Microsoft Visual C#.

Developing Objectives and Planning Your Workshop (Train-the-Trainer)

This workshop will address the basic elements needed to initiate a successful training program. Participants will explore how adults learn and how that translates into the adult learning cycle and the various learning styles. Participants will learn how to develop measurable learning objectives based on an audience profile and a task analysis. This workshop will conclude with an interactive discussion about design tools, development time, and session logistics. Participants in this Train-the-Trainer will practice delivering the curriculum and facilitating small group exercises. The workshop is intended for experienced trainers with strong platform and presentation skills. Upon successful completion of this workshop, 6 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) will be awarded.

Developmentally Disabled Sex Offenders: Treatment Strategies and Case Consultation for OPWDD (Videoconference)

This two-day video conference is designed for OMRDD and all statewide clinicians and administrators who work with developmentally disabled sex offenders. The workshop will feature one and a half days of treatment strategy training, and a half day devoted to case consultation work. Specific, anonymous cases will be reviewed, analyzed, and discussed for furthering the understanding of treatment strategy skills and their applications.

Diagnosis and Treatment of Eating Disorders Across the Lifecycle (with CE hours) - Virtual

Eating disorders and the variety in which they manifest have been steadily growing across all segments of the population. It is essential that mental health practitioners stay up to date on the most recent research in the diagnosis and treatment of eating disorders. This class, designed for all levels of mental health practitioners, will enhance their knowledge-base and sense of competence in recognizing, diagnosing and prescribing a course of treatment for eating disorders. (2 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Creative Arts Therapist, Psychoanalysts, and Psychologist continuing education contact hours)

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Online Training for OCFS

This workshop is provided for designated OCFS staff. The online, self-study workshop teaches the four core skills that participants need for implementing DBT: core mindfulness, interpersonal effectiveness, distress tolerance, and emotion regulation. Participants will view mock therapy sessions and assess these sessions using newly learned skills. The workshop will also address how to problem-solve a client's reluctance to DBT counseling. Upon completion of this workshop, 20 contact hours (2 CEUs) of continuing education will be awarded.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Online Training for OMH

This workshop is provided for designated OMH staff. The online, self-study workshop teaches the four core skills that participants need for implementing DBT: core mindfulness, interpersonal effectiveness, distress tolerance, and emotion regulation. Participants will view mock therapy sessions and assess these sessions using newly learned skills. The workshop will also address how to problem-solve a client's reluctance to DBT counseling. Upon completion of this workshop, 20 contact hours (2 CEUs) of continuing education will be awarded.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy: Concepts and Skills for Clinical Practice (with CEUs)

This one-day training will review the key components of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) as it applies to social work practice. (6 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and Licensed Mental Health Counselor continuing education units)

Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) for OMH (with CEUs)

In this workshop, participants will be introduced to the theory and applications of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) to assist participants in integrating the mindset to remain engaged, reduce demoralization, and improve treatment with difficult populations (personality disorders, comorbid diagnosis etc.). (6 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist continuing education units)

Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) Skills for Clinicians (with CEUs)

In this workshop, participants will discuss the uses of DBT for various clinical populations. Hands on strategies will be discussed and practiced throughout the day to increase the knowledge of practitioners to use skills with their client base. Designed for clinicians who do not have extensive experience with DBT. (5 approved Licensed Master Social Work, Licensed Clinical Social Work, and Licensed Mental Health Counselor continuing education credits).

Differentiated Instruction for OCFS

This workshop is designed for teachers and vocational instructors in the Office of Children and Family Services and focuses on the efforts of teachers to respond to different needs among different learners in the classroom. Participants will learn how to work with four classroom-based elements in order to account for differentiated instruction: the content (according to student readiness, interest, or learning profile); the process (how); the product or goal; and the learning environment (the physical classroom setup). Tools that aid in the day-to-day application of differentiated instruction efforts will be discussed.

Difficult Behaviors, Not Difficult Kids: The Impact of Trauma on Child Development (with CEUs)

In this workshop, participants will explore how trauma impacts a child’s developing brain, resulting in the development of behaviors that are sometimes difficult to manage. You will also explore several interventions to address these challenging behaviors. (3 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist continuing education units)

Dimensional Data Warehouse Training for WCB

Three-day course covering data warehouse lifecycle. Topics include building dimensional data models, obtaining business requirements, handling and transform business data, and ultimately building a world-class data warehouse.

Disability Awareness Training: Skill Building for Partnership and Collaboration (with CEUs)

This workshop will provide participants an opportunity to increase their knowledge and understanding about disability history and contemporary issues. Participants will examine ideological assumptions (including their own) that can shape social institutions, professions, policies, and their own interactions. Learn to identify, articulate, and address inequities’ and injustices’ effect on the lives of people with disabilities. Build upon current skills when working with people with disabilities and increase awareness of how to collaborate with individuals and families. (6 approved Licensed Master Social Worker and Licensed Clinical Social Worker continuing education units)

Disrupting Rumination: Changing the Cognitions that Underlie Anxiety and Depression (with CEUs)

In this workshop, participants will learn how the overactive brain circuitry can trap people in cycles of rumination that keep them anxious and depressed. Letting go of ruminating worries or banishing persistent negative thoughts like I’m not good enough or I’m worthless isn’t easy for clients. And when those repetitive thoughts won’t shift, therapists themselves can begin to feel stuck. Examine why clients lock in to depressive thought patterns and explore the four subtle reasons they hold on to worry. And we’ll explore pragmatic, achievable solutions for eliminating these patterns and replacing them with attitudes of calmness and competency. (6 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and Licensed Creative Arts Therapist continuing education credits)

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion for M/C Employees (with CEUs) - Virtual

In this workshop, participants will assess their identities and how those identities show up in their workplaces and services (age, race, size, gender, sexuality, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, religion, size, ability, accents, and more). Discussions are held to build awareness in order to lead effectively. (2 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Creative Arts Therapist, and Psychoanalysts continuing education credits)

DSM-5: What Does It Mean For Your Practice? (with CEUs)

This is a presentation on the conceptual and nosological changes encountered in transitioning from DSM-IV to DSM-5. Topics include important changes introduced by DSM-5, differences in how to use new diagnoses/changed criteria sets, and timeframe for practice and billing implementation. Upon completion, participants will be awarded up to 3 contact hours applicable for NYS Social Work Licensure.

Dual Diagnoses: Using Lifestyle Changes to Enhance Client Outcome (with CEUs)

In this interactive workshop, participants will learn brief therapeutic practices that can be utilized and taught during group or individual sessions to improve and enhance the recovery process. The emotional and physical benefits of daily lifestyle changes will be examined. We will also look at how stress undermines this process and use a proactive and strength-based perspective to counteract the potential negative effects of stress. This training is most appropriate for clinicians in the beginning to intermediate levels as well as Master’s level students working in mental health and substance abuse settings. Because this workshop is highly experiential, informal attire is recommended. (3 approved Licensed Master Social Work, Licensed Clinical Social Work, and Licensed Mental Health Counselor continuing education credits)

Dual-Diagnosed: Mental Health and Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities (with CE hours) – Virtual

This workshop is geared towards clinicians and counselors and will discuss the barriers those with intellectual/developmental disabilities may have when trying to obtain appropriate mental health services. Participants will learn tools and therapies to assist in identifying if a negative behavior is due to the disability or another underlying issue. (6 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor continuing education contact hours)

Dysphagia for OPWDD (Videoconference)

This half-day workshop is delivered through videoconferencing and is designed for staff working in acute or long-term care settings with individuals with developmental disabilities or other neurological impairments and are experiencing some form of dysphagia, a swallowing/eating disorder. Signs, symptoms, possible causes, and therapeutic techniques will be reviewed. Upon completion of this workshop, each participant will receive .3 Continuing Education Units (CEUs).

Dysphagia: Advanced Treatment Techniques (Videoconference)

This advanced level workshop will review dysphagia, including disorders and medications that can affect swallowing. The evaluation process with recommendations for various standardized assessments to use based upon specific complaint will be discussed as well as appropriate times to refer. Rationale for various strategies and precautions as well as specific adaptive equipment will be outlined. Therapy techniques and various therapy materials will also be presented with instructions on their use with clients, including techniques to try with individuals who have difficulty following instructions.

Eating Disorder Prevention for Children & Teens (with CE hours) - Virtual

This workshop will be an opportunity to dive deeper into the world of eating disorders and body image. Every person has a relationship with food and their bodies. This workshop will explain how the way we talk about food and our bodies can affect the way people feel about themselves. We will review more neutral language around food and bodies as well as explain signs and symptoms of eating disorders. Additionally, we will discuss when to know if a client needs a higher level of care. Furthermore, we will explore the intersectionality between body image/eating disorders with regard to race, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, etc., as well as learn more about fat-phobia and the HAES (Health at Every Size) movement. (2 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Psychologist continuing education contact hours)

Educational Technology in Training (Train-the-Trainer)

This workshop provides basic theory, practice, and application techniques for e-learning instructional design. Participants will receive an overview of e-learning, identify elements of good e-learning design, and discuss how to convert classroom training into e-learning. The workshop will also focus on evaluating e-learning to determine strengths and weaknesses in design. Additionally, this course will discuss the strengths and weaknesses of various educational technology software packages and how they can be effectively used for training and training aids. Participants in this Train-the Trainer will practice delivering the curriculum and facilitating small group exercises. The workshop is intended for experienced trainers with strong platform and presentation skills. Upon successful completion of this workshop, 6 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) will be awarded.

Effective Communication Techniques

This full day in-person (6 hours in length) workshop examines workplace communication between two or more people wherein the intended message is successfully delivered, received, and understood. Participants will explore how perceptions influence understanding, the impact of nonverbal communication on the way a message is perceived, and best practices for drafting tactful emails.

Effective Communication Techniques - Virtual

This two-session (each 3 hours in length) virtual workshop examines workplace communication between two or more people wherein the intended message is successfully delivered, received, and understood. Participants will explore how perceptions influence understanding, the impact of nonverbal communication on the way a message is perceived, and best practices for drafting tactful emails.

Effective Interactions Through Communication

Stressful times demand professional interactions between members at all levels of operations, from coworkers and supervisors, to the individuals served by an agency. This workshop develops the skills necessary to effectively use behavior and communication while working with team members, managers, and others. Focus will be on addressing workplace pressures, promoting excellence in interpersonal relationships, and exploring how to establish a more positive work climate.

Effective Interactions Through Communication for OPWDD

This workshop develops the skills necessary to effectively use behavior and communication while working with team members, managers, and others. The workshop focuses on the professional interactions between members at all levels of operations, from coworkers and supervisors, to the individuals served by the staff at OMRDD. Focus will be on addressing workplace pressures, promoting excellence in interpersonal relationships, and exploring how to establish a more positive work climate.

E-Learning Instructional Design: Elements of Good Design

This workshop is an introductory course and provides an overview of the universal principles and elements of good design that exist regardless of the type of e-learning environment in which material is presented. Additional topics discussed will include: potential possibilities and limitations of e-learning, considerations in converting classroom training to e-learning, engaging users, and chunking information.

Electronic Investigations

This workshop addresses the issues faced by investigators in an increasingly high-tech world. The workshop will focus on the investigative aspect of electronic evidence; the use of software to assist in investigations, document management, keyword v. advanced conceptual searching, communicating with IT professionals, identifying possible fraud, and collecting and documenting electronic evidence.

Electronic Investigations: Advanced

This workshop serves as a sequel to the basic workshop on electronic evidence. The workshop will feature both interactive lectures and hands-on tutorials with the goal to better prepare participants to conduct an electronic investigation. Advanced topics include concealment techniques, such as cryptography, spoofing, steganography, counter-forensics, and data hiding. Topics surrounding the investigation of mobile devices (iPhone, Blackberry, etc.) will also be discussed.

Electronic Investigations: Basic

This workshop addresses the issues faced by investigators in an increasingly high-tech world. The workshop will focus on the investigative aspect of electronic evidence; the use of software to assist in investigations, hardware and operating system fundamentals, defining computer and computer-related crime, document management, searching techniques, identifying possible fraud, and collecting and documenting electronic evidence.

Emerging Trends in Practice with Immigrants and Refugees (with CEUs)

This workshop will help enhance participants’ awareness and understanding of the complex nature of the migration process and the multiple contextual and individual factors that affect the immigrant experience. Immigration policies are discussed as they influence the lives of immigrants and refugees, service delivery, and as a source of professional ethical dilemmas. Advanced generalist practice skills and diversity and social justice issues will be highlighted throughout. (3 approved Licensed Master Social Work, Licensed Clinical Social Work, and Licensed Mental Health Counselor continuing education credits).

Eminent Domain: New Developments for DPS

This half day workshop will include a nuts-and-bolts breakdown of how the process of eminent domain works in practice as pertaining to New York State Public Service Law Article VII cases. It will also include some focus on siting of transmission lines and generating plants; New York State's power to condemn public utility property; a utility's power to condemn municipal or other public property; and the Siting Board's power to force a municipality to make public rights of way available. Upon completion of this workshop, three (3) Continuing Legal Education (CLEs) credits will be awarded.

Emotional Intelligence for OMIG

This workshop will raise participants’ awareness of and ability to use four attributes of EQ for interpersonal effectiveness and successful performance in the workplace. Through practical scenarios and exercises, the workshop focuses on honing participants' skills in tapping their own emotional intelligence to enhance decision-making and relationship building. Participants will learn what EQ is, how to develop an awareness of emotional spectrums and adjust their own EQ responses in various situations, and discuss the impact of EQ in the work environment.

Emotional Intelligence in the Workplace

Participants will explore the difference between control and influence, practice skills for achieving positive relationship outcomes and recognize the attributes and challenges of different communication styles. This course will include skill development for self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, and relationship management.

Emotional Intelligence in the Workplace (Virtual Classroom)

Participants will explore the difference between control and influence, practice skills for achieving positive relationship outcomes and recognize the attributes and challenges of different communication styles. This course will include skill development for self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, and relationship management.

Emotional Intelligence in the Workplace (Virtual Classroom) Pilot

This three session (6 hours total) virtual pilot training is intended to certify trainer to teach the EI-V class EI-V is designed to examine the competencies that all employees need to be successful in their careers. Participants will explore the difference between control and influence, practice skills for achieving positive relationship outcomes, and recognize the attributes and challenges of different communication styles. This course will include skill development for self-awareness, self-management, social awareness and relationship management.

Emotional Intelligence in the Workplace Train-the-Trainer (SLMS – GOER_EI_TTT)

In this one and one-half day TTT, participants will take the EI class, learn the instructor role in delivering this class and complete a teach-back.

Emotional Regulation: Teaching Teens Coping Strategies and Stress Management Skills (with CEUs)

In this workshop, participants will learn rapport-building strategies, techniques to address and break through resistance, and stress management/coping skills designed to help teens navigate life in a healthy manner. (6 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist continuing education units)

Enhancing Language Skills for Non-Native English Speaking Mental Health Professionals

This two-day workshop is designed to help non-native English speaking mental health professionals master techniques for adjusting accent and non-verbal cues particular to an ethnic background. It explores the fundamentals of presentation skills and delivery techniques, and through exercises and practice sessions, participants learn how to manage the fear of public speaking and how best to present a message in a mental health setting.

Enteral Nutrition for OPWDD

This workshop will discuss the more common initial and long-term complications of enteral nutrition along with guidelines for their prevention and treatment. Complications covered will fall under the following categories: problems during the placement of feeding tubes and delivery of enteral formulas (tube clogging); clinical and metabolic problems; and nutritional problems. This workshop will include information on G-tubes, J-tubes, and G/J-tubes.

Enteral Nutrition for OPWDD (Videoconference)

This workshop, delivered via videoconference, will discuss the more common initial and long-term complications of enteral nutrition along with guidelines for their prevention and treatment. Complications covered will fall under the following categories: problems during the placement of feeding tubes and delivery of enteral formulas (tube clogging); clinical and metabolic problems; and nutritional problems. This workshop will include information on G-tubes, J-tubes, and G/J-tubes.

Essentials of Supervision: Coaching for Improvement (Virtual) Pilot

Pilot offering of EoS: The Coaching Session to pilot the virtual class and certify trainers to teach the class. During EoS The Coaching Session, participants will be engaging in an activity to practice coaching employees in various scenarios. EoS: Developing SMART Performance Standards and EoS: Providing Behavior-Based Feedback are pre-requisites for this class.

Essentials of Supervision: Coaching for Improvement Virtual Classroom

Participants will practice coaching employees in various workplace scenarios. (Note: This sentence is not in the SLMS abstract but should be in PSWP DB description) Online Prerequisites Orientation to WebEx Training: Participant Overview, Essentials of Supervision: Performance Evaluation, and Providing Behavior-Based Feedback Participants who successfully complete this course will be awarded 0.2 IACET CEUs (1.83 contact hours).

Essentials of Supervision: Developing SMART Performance Standards (Virtual) Pilot

Pilot offering of EoS: Developing SMART Performance Standards to pilot the virtual class and certify trainers to teach the class. During EoS: Developing SMART Performance Standards, participants will review, write, and evaluate performance standards.

Essentials of Supervision: Developing SMART Performance Standards Virtual Classroom

Participants will practice reviewing, writing, and evaluating performance standards. Online Prerequisites: Orientation to WebEx Training: Participant Overview, Essentials of Supervision: Performance Evaluation. Participants who successfully complete this course will be awarded 0.2 IACET CEUs (1.78 contact hours).

Essentials of Supervision: Gauging Your Supervisory Skills Train-the-Trainer (SLMS – GOER-GYSS-TTT)

Two day TTT prepares trainers to deliver Essentials of Supervision: Gauging Your Supervisory Skills

Essentials of Supervision: Providing Behavior Based Feedback Virtual Classroom

Participants will practice developing and evaluating effective performance feedback. Online Prerequisites: Orientation to WebEx Training: Participant Overview, Supervisor Accountability, and Performance Evaluation Participants who successfully complete this course will be awarded 0.2 IACET CEUs (1.83 contact hours).

Essentials of Supervision: Providing Behavior-Based Feedback (Virtual) Pilot

Pilot offering of EoS: Developing SMART Performance Standards to pilot the virtual class and certify trainers to teach the class. During EoS: Developing SMART Performance Standards, participants will be developing and evaluating behavior-based feedback.

Essentials of Supervision: The New Supervisor – Making the Transition (Virtual Classroom)

In this three session virtual class, including the feedback session, participants will examine the challenges that arise when an employee transitions from a staff member to a supervisory role. Class discussions will focus on the importance of clearly defining the new role and the new relationships that come with it. Topics include: Defining your new role, organizing the work, establishing credibility and establishing effective relationships.

Essentials of Supervision: The New Supervisor – Making the Transition (Virtual Classroom) Pilot

Pilot offering of the conversion of NSMT to NSMT-V which will also certify trainers to teach the class. In this three session virtual class, including the feedback session, participants will examine the challenges that arise when an employee transitions from a staff member to a supervisory role. Class discussions will focus on the importance of clearly defining the new role and the new relationships that come with it. Topics include: Defining your new role, organizing the work, establishing credibility and establishing effective relationships.

Essentials of Supervision: The New Supervisor – Making the Transition Train-the-Trainer (SLMS – GOER_ES-NSMT_TTT)

In this one and one-half day TTT, the New Supervisor-Making the Transition examines challenges of transitioning from peer to supervisor. Topics include defining the role of supervisor, understanding reactions to change, creating relationship dynamics, and establishing credibility. Participants will learn the instructor role in delivering this class and complete a teach-back.

Ethical Considerations for Administrative Law Judges

This workshop explores the unique dynamics and ethical issues found in administrative hearings. Sources of ethical guidelines, including the Lawyers Code of Professional Responsibility, will be discussed. Upon successful completion of this workshop, six (6) Continuing Legal Education (CLE) credits in Ethics will be awarded.

Ethics in Tax Practice for Tax and Finance

This half-day workshop focuses on NYS education law, rules of the Board of Regents, and regulations of the Commissioner of Education. The workshop will also include an introduction to ethics concepts, the psychology of moral development, judgment and values, sociology of professions, virtue and the role of rules of ethics, public expectations of CPA’s responsibilities, and ethical dilemmas. A compare and contrast of AICPA ethics rules and the NYS Society of CPA’s ethics rules and their enforcement will also be covered. Upon completion of this workshop, participants will receive 4 Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credits in Ethics to requesting participants.

Ethics in Tax Practice for Tax and Finance (Videoconference)

This half-day workshop focuses on NYS education law, rules of the Board of Regents, and regulations of the Commissioner of Education. The workshop will also include an introduction to ethics concepts, the psychology of moral development, judgment and values, sociology of professions, virtue and the role of rules of ethics, public expectations of CPA’s responsibilities, and ethical dilemmas. A compare and contrast of AICPA ethics rules and the NYS Society of CPA’s ethics rules and their enforcement will also be covered. Upon completion of this workshop, participants will receive 4 Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credits in Ethics to requesting participants.

Ethics, Technology, and Social Work: Contemporary Challenges for Social Work Practitioners (with CE hours) - Virtual

An increased use of technology in social work practice has led to some new emerging ethical challenges. Through critical thinking exercises, review of case studies/ethical dilemmas, and self-reflection activities, you will develop a deeper understanding of ethics in social work practice, and challenges and ethical guidelines for the use of technology. Six approved Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and Licensed Master Social Worker continuing education hours.

Everything DiSC Workplace Certification

This two-day workshop provides the information needed to become certified to provide Everything DiSC assessments and workshops. Participants who complete this course must pass an online exam to become certified.

Evidence-Based Interventions for Challenging Behaviors: Promoting Positive Behaviors in Children (with CE hours) - Virtual

Throughout this course, participants will deepen their knowledge of prevention and evidence-based interventions for challenging behaviors. Participants will determine which interventions promote positive behaviors, apply developmentally appropriate behavioral expectations and positive reinforcement for desirable behaviors, as well as apply previous knowledge of the hypothesis statement and function of the behavior to evidence-based interventions. (3 approved Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Psychologist continuing education hours)

Evidence-Based Practice for Counseling Professionals (with CE hours) - Virtual

Evidence-based practice (EBP) combines the best available empirically supported treatments, clinical expertise, and client characteristics. This workshop will provide an overview of EBP and current evidence-based treatments for use in counseling practice. (6 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor continuing education contact hours)

Experiential and Interactive Training Methods (Train-the-Trainer)

This workshop will begin by demonstrating and discussing experiential methods, i.e., methods that make use of participants’ experiences. Examples from various training programs will be given, and trainers will learn methods to develop their own experiential activities. Interactive training methods make use of the different interaction formats available in the training group. Various examples of dyadic, triadic, and small group exercises will be demonstrated. Participants are encouraged to bring examples of their training programs for further discussion. Participants in this Train-the-Trainer will practice delivering the curriculum and facilitating small group exercises. The workshop is intended for experienced trainers with strong platform and presentation skills. Upon successful completion of this workshop, 6 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) will be awarded.

Experiential-Relational Methods for Working with Personality Disorders (with CE hours) - Virtual

Meeting clients with deeply ingrained personality disorders and/or high conflict and intense situations can be an inevitable aspect of working in the field of mental health. In this dynamic and informative workshop, participants will gain essential knowledge for utilizing an experiential and relational approach for working with clients suffering from Personality Disorders. Participants will also learn and practice effective tools and interventions for the management of high-intensity situations such as clients who may display demanding, angry, aggressive, dependent, obsessional, and other challenging behaviors. (2.5 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Creative Arts Therapist, Psychoanalysts, and Psychologist continuing education contact hours)

Expressive Arts and Experiential Practices in Psychotherapy (with CE hours) - Virtual

As therapists and counselors, talking through matters with our clients is our most relied upon method for trying to help them. Yet, talking alone can sometimes only get us so far. This workshop will provide space for participants to explore different ways for using creative and expressive arts techniques and experiential methods for getting to the deeper layers and clarification of issues. Learn techniques that can be used in both the teletherapy space and in-person treatment settings. (2.5 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Creative Arts Therapist, Psychoanalysts, and Psychologist continuing education contact hours)

Facilitating Healing in the Traumatized Individual: Safety & Stabilization Work for PTSD (with CE Hours) - Virtual

This workshop is intended to enhance trauma-informed lens practice well as provide basic building blocks for safety and stabilization work with adult trauma survivors. We will explore the impact of trauma on brain and body, explore ways to enhance the therapeutic relationship, conceptualize therapeutic needs and phases of recovery, address important safety and risk issues, explore ways to incorporate psychoeducation and self-regulation in treatment and address common barriers and pitfalls for clinicians and clients. An overview of treatment options will also be provided. (6 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Psychologist continuing education contact hours)

Facilitation Skills for SEMO & OHS

This workshop develops skills for effective group facilitation to ensure successful meetings. Topics include preparing for group meetings, determining which problem-solving techniques and consensus processes to use, managing participants, and following-up after the meeting. The workshop includes discussion, exercises, and role plays.

Facing New Challenges: Contemporary Ethical Considerations for Social Work Practitioners for M/C Employees (with CEUs) - Virtual

In this workshop, participants will review key ethical and legal terms. Identify and discuss ethical dilemmas in contemporary practice and a discussion of strategies for addressing and resolving situations in which ethics are compromised. Topics will include: technology in professional practice, ethics in supervision, self-assessment, managing dual relationships, workplace hostility, and cultural responsiveness. (6 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist continuing education units)

Facing New Challenges: Contemporary Ethical Considerations for Social Work Practitioners (with CEUs)

In this interactive workshop, participants will review key ethical and legal terms, and identify and discuss ethical dilemmas in contemporary practice. Strategies for addressing and resolving situations in which ethics are compromised will also be discussed. Topics will include: technology in professional practice, ethics in supervision, self-assessment, managing dual relationships, workplace hostility, and cultural responsiveness. (6 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist continuing education units)

Federal Tax Updates for Tax and Finance

This half-day workshop covers valuation and treatment of assets, mark to market, and fair market value. The workshop will also discuss the determination of inventory vs. investment assets with applicability for capital gain treatment. Upon completion of this workshop, participants will receive 4 Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credits.

Federal Tax Updates for Tax and Finance (Videoconference)

This half-day workshop covers valuation and treatment of assets, mark to market, and fair market value. The workshop will also discuss the determination of inventory vs. investment assets with applicability for capital gain treatment. Upon completion of this workshop, participants will receive 4 Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credits.

Findings from Neuroscience: Implications for Psychotherapy (with CEUs)

In this workshop, participants will learn state-of-the-science information and valuable tools for mental health professionals seeking to enhance their ability to integrate current neuroscience findings into their clinical practice. Participants will learn how important contributions from neuro-affective studies and the fields of mindfulness and emotional intelligence can inform practical models of therapy. Discussion will include how the therapeutic process can help facilitate clients' reflective thinking, as opposed to automatic reactive patterns of responding, and how therapists can teach new self-regulation and relational learning, including key skills for improved communication and interaction. Insights and specific techniques will be offered, demonstrating how the therapeutic relationship may be used to help clients attain enhanced emotional management and self-regulation, self-awareness and self-expression, motivation and self-direction, and empathic communication and awareness of the feelings of others. Applications to couple therapy will be highlighted through the lens of the experiential couple therapy approach, with emphasis on the practical teaching of relational skills, including enhancing individuals' emotional intelligence and self-regulation toward more positive interaction as a couple, as well as parenting effectiveness. The impact of trauma and neglect on the developing brain, and the relationship between findings from neuroscience and our current understanding of sexual addictions will also be addressed. (6 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist continuing education units)

Forensic Mental Health (with CEUs)

This workshop will provide an overview of NYS Criminal Procedure Laws 730 and 330.20 statues that govern the processes by which individuals who have committed a crime while presenting with symptoms of mental illness move from incarceration to community treatment. This workshop will also provide an overview of the evaluation process for competency to stand trial. (7 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and Licensed Mental Health Counselor continuing education units)

Forensic Mental Health: The Insanity Plea in New York State (With CEUs)

This course entails overviews of NYS Criminal Procedure Laws 730 and 330.20 which are statues that govern the processes in which individuals who have committed a crime while presenting with symptoms of mental illness move from incarceration to community treatment. This workshop would be ideal for practitioners of all levels who are in interested in this subject matter and it will entail traditional classroom teaching. (Includes 3 SED approved Licensed Master Social Work, Licensed Clinical Social Work, and Licensed Mental Health Counselor contact hours).

Forensic Social Work: Current Issues (with CEUs)

Students will focus on separating the various components associated with the forensic social work role, e.g., tasks and potential ethical conflicts, by examining current forensic social work issues and/or circumstances in the media. Students will also be made aware of the principles of generalist and clinical practice as applied to the assessment and treatment of individuals charged with a range of criminal and juvenile offenses, with special attention to the specific issues associated with sentencing, diagnosis, incarceration, and release. Upon completion, participants will be awarded up to 6 contact hours applicable for NYS licensed social workers.

Fraud and Exploitation of the Elderly for Attorneys

This workshop focuses on common crimes against elderly victims of fraud and exploitation. The workshop will cover the most recurrent themes of abuse and fraud, how to identify them, and how to resolve instances of fraud. Insurance fraud, reverse mortgage fraud, investment scams, Medicare fraud, identity theft, financial fraud by close family members, abuse in nursing homes, domestic abuse, identifying abuse, and dealing with clients with diminished capacity will be addressed. Six (6) Continuing Legal Education Credits will be awarded.

Fraud and Forensic Accounting

This two-day workshop will discuss what a fraud is, how frauds can be committed, how frauds can be uncovered, and what accountants can do to avoid frauds occurring in their organizations. Topics include how to review operating procedures and basic documentation of individuals in the organization as they relate to fraud detection.

Fraud and Forensic Accounting (with CPEs)

This two-day workshop will discuss what a fraud is, how frauds can be committed, how frauds can be uncovered, and what accountants can do to avoid frauds occurring in their organizations. Topics include how to review operating procedures and basic documentation of individuals in the organization as they relate to fraud detection. Upon completion of this workshop, up to 12 Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credits will be awarded to requesting participants.

Fraud and Forensic Accounting for OSC

This two-day workshop will discuss what a fraud is, how frauds can be committed, how frauds can be uncovered, and what accountants can do to avoid frauds occurring in their organizations. Topics include how to review operating procedures and basic documentation of individuals in the organization as they relate to fraud detection.

Fraud and Forensic Accounting for OSC (with CPEs)

This two-day workshop will discuss what a fraud is, how frauds can be committed, how frauds can be uncovered, and what accountants can do to avoid frauds occurring in their organizations. Topics include how to review operating procedures and basic documentation of individuals in the organization as they relate to fraud detection. Upon completion of this workshop, participants will receive 12 CPE credits.

Fraud Detection and Prevention for Accounting Professionals (with CPEs)

This one day workshop will discuss the types of fraud, how and why frauds are committed, method used to detect fraud, and what accountants can do to prevent fraud from occurring in their organizations. Topics include red flags, internal controls and operating procedures, information gathering, employee fraud and management fraud. Upon completion of this workshop, up to 6 Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credits will be awarded to requesting participants.

From Person to "Patient" and Back Again (With CEUs)

This workshop focuses on how can we as social workers assist people in retaining their dignity and worth, incorporating the new realities of an illness and all it entails? Covers how we can assist other professionals, including those in healthcare, to acknowledge "the whole person"? Provides targeted options for effective interventions for working with persons facing a life-threatening illness. (Includes 3 SED-Approved Contact Hours)

From Trauma to Transformation: Assessment and Treatment of Traumatic Wounds at Deeper Levels (with CEUs)

This highly interactive workshop will present specific and proven strategies and techniques to treat the four primary levels of need (presenting problems, environmental concerns, relationship stresses, and damage to the core personality structure) experienced by clients suffering from trauma. Interventions will be demonstrated and applied to case examples shared by class participants and is designed for all levels of mental health professionals. (6 approved Licensed Master Social Work, Licensed Clinical Social Work, and Licensed Mental Health Counselor continuing education credits).

Functional Analysis and Treatment of Severe Behavior Disorders for OPWDD

This two-day workshop is designed for individuals involved in the education, training, and treatment of persons with mental retardation, autism, and other developmental disabilities. The workshop provides a comprehensive review of functional analysis methodology, as well as the most currently-used techniques in this field. It will illustrate the assessment-treatment continuum with an emphasis on translating research findings into practical application. Lecture, graphics, videotape, and discussion of case studies will be used to facilitate participant participation in the development of treatment plans.

Fundamentals of Articulate Studio 13

This two-day training course provides participants with everything they need to create compelling e-Learning courses with Studio ‘13. Participants are guided through a rapid e-Learning course development process while creating their own e-Learning course. Course includes hands-on exercises and real-world labs and will focus on building courses using a variety of interactivities, branching scenarios, and the quizzing features of Quizmaker ’13. At the end of the course, participants will have developed their own Articulate-based e-Learning course using Presenter and Engage. Participants have time to work on current or sample projects to apply the skills learned in this workshop. Participants will also receive course handouts.

Fundamentals of Blueprint Reading

This two-day workshop covers the basics of blueprint reading. The workshop is intended for participants without a construction, engineering, or architecture background. Topics include how to use an architectural ruler to read scaled drawings; how designs are converted into a blueprint; interpretation of different types of drawings (e.g., architectural, electrical, plumbing, HVAC); basic abbreviations, symbols, and line types within a blueprint; and time-saving tips and tricks.

Fundamentals of Business Analysis for IT Professionals - Virtual

This four-session (each 3 hours in length) virtual workshop on business analysis covers the process, questions, and techniques to efficiently extract expertise from the Business Users. Topics include the role of business analysis and structured ways to define success. Follow change requests/projects through entire SDLC. Define scope for new projects and write business cases, provide cost/benefit and risk analysis, elicit and document business requirements, help business to identify needs vs. wants and prioritize requirements, document business policies, document AS-IS and TO-BE business process flows, assist with creating test plans and test cases, coordinate user acceptance testing and provide results, assist with creation of training documentation and materials.

Fundamentals of Business Analysis for OCFS

This two-day course on business analysis covers the process, questions, and techniques to efficiently extract expertise from the Business Users. Topics include the role of business analysis and structured ways to define success. Follow change requests/projects through entire SDLC. Define scope for new projects and write business cases, provide cost/benefit and risk analysis, elicit and document business requirements, help business to identify needs vs. wants and prioritize requirements, document business policies, document AS-IS and TO-BE business process flows, assist with creating test plans and test cases, coordinate user acceptance testing and provide results, assist with creation of training documentation and materials.

Fundamentals of Business Analysis for the Engineering Professional - Virtual

This four-session (each 3 hours in length) virtual workshop on business analysis covers the process, questions, and techniques to efficiently extract expertise from Business Users required for engineering related projects. Topics include the role of business analysis and structured ways to define success, following change requests/projects through the entire SDLC, defining scope for new engineering projects, writing business cases and providing results.

Fundamentals of Business Analysis for the Engineering Professional - Virtual

This four-session (each 3 hours in length) virtual workshop on business analysis covers the process, questions, and techniques to efficiently extract expertise from Business Users required for engineering related projects. Topics include the role of business analysis and structured ways to define success, following change requests/projects through the entire SDLC, defining scope for new engineering projects, writing business cases, and providing results.

Fundamentals of Business Analysis for the IT Professional

This two-day workshop on business analysis covers the process, questions, and techniques to efficiently extract expertise from the Business Users. Topics include the role of business analysis and structured ways to define success. Follow change requests/projects through entire SDLC. Define scope for new projects and write business cases, provide cost/benefit and risk analysis, elicit and document business requirements, help business to identify needs vs. wants and prioritize requirements, document business policies, document AS-IS and TO-BE business process flows, assist with creating test plans and test cases, coordinate user acceptance testing and provide results, assist with creation of training documentation and materials.

Fundamentals of Computer Auditing & IT Controls (with CPEs)

This two-day course explores security and control issues from an accounting and auditing perspective related to technology as it impacts business applications. Topics include security and control related to e-commerce, internet, and computer auditing. Participants will be exposed to a variety of business applications through case studies. Participants need an understanding of basic accounting and financial concepts, as well as an understanding of the design and application of Information Systems and Databases. Upon completion of this workshop, participants will receive up to 12 Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credits.

Fundamentals of Engineering Test Prep

FE (Civil) is a comprehensive course designed to guide examinees to prepare for NCEES FE-Civil Discipline Exam over the course of ten weeks. This course will guide participants through the Fundamentals of Civil Engineering body of knowledge referencing the NCEES Reference Handbook. Class pace is designed to accommodate fresh graduate or those who have been away from school for a while and those who have civil engineering background experience. FE (Civil) Class formats are: Online Live Webinar, and On Demand.

Fundamentals of Engineering Test Prep – Civil - Virtual

This 10-week comprehensive course is designed to guide examinees to prepare for the NCEES FE – Civil Discipline Exam. The course will guide participants through the respective body of knowledge (NCEES FE- Civil body of knowledge) and reference the latest NCEES Reference Handbook. Class pace is designed to accommodate recent graduates or those who have several years of work experience. The class formats are online live webinar and on demand recorded sessions.

Fundamentals of Engineering Test Prep – Environmental - Virtual

This 10-week comprehensive course is designed to guide examinees to prepare for the NCEES FE – Environmental Discipline Exam. The course will guide participants through the respective body of knowledge (NCEES FE- Environmental body of knowledge) and reference the latest NCEES Reference Handbook. Class pace is designed to accommodate recent graduates or those who have several years of work experience. The class formats are online live webinar and on demand recorded sessions.

Fundamentals of Land Surveying

A course designed to guide examinees to prepare for NCEES Fundamentals of Land Surveying Exam (FS). The course includes mathematics, basic sciences, spatial data acquisition and reduction, survey computations and computer applications, statistics and adjustments, geodesy, boundary and cadastral survey law, photogrammetry and remote sensing, survey process and methods, geographic information systems, graphical communication and mapping, professional communication, and business concepts.

Fundamentals of Policy Implementation

This one-day workshop will provide participants with a basic understanding of the fundamentals, tools, and techniques of public policy implementation. Upon completion of the training, participants will have an increased knowledge of ‘best practices’ for implementation as well as a familiarity with common reasons why policies may fail. The course provides a layman’s overview of academic models and research on implementation while using case studies, group activities, or other interactive elements focusing on policies at the New York State government level.

Fundamentals of Web Design

This interactive workshop provides participants an opportunity to learn about and practice the fundamentals of web design. Topics will include use of color, audience engagement, simple and logical layouts, maximizing functionality, communication of key points, search optimization, page scan-ability, and basic html/css coding practices. This workshop is delivered in a computer lab setting. The target audience is employees who design and maintain websites for internal and external uses. Some familiarity with internet design and web programming is recommended.

Gangs 101: The Basics of Gang Laws, Graffiti, Hand Signs and Other Identifiers

This workshop will discuss the basics of gang culture and psychology. Topics will include gang structure and psychology. Participants will learn ways to identify gang members so they are able to intervene effectively and develop appropriate care plans.

Gender-Affirmative Treatment and Advocacy for Transgender Clients and Their Families (with CEUs)

This workshop will discuss a variety of topics related to working with transgender clients and their families. Topics include: basic concepts and language related to gender diversity and gender transition, specific interventions for working with transgender clients at various stages of the lifespan including: transgender youth and their families, transgender couples, and transgender parents, and gender-affirmative model that lays the foundation for all of these interventions and strategies for advocacy in schools, workplaces, and other settings (6 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist continuing education units)

Gender-Affirmative Treatment of Transgender Clients for OMH (with CEUs)

This three-hour workshop will cover a variety of topics related to working with transgender clients in a psychiatric setting. First, basic concepts and language related to gender diversity and gender transition will be discussed. Then, specific interventions for working with transgender clients at various stages of the lifespan will be explored. (3 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist continuing education units)

Geographic Information Systems for DOT: Advanced

This two-day workshop explores building geo databases, geocoding, and geoprocessing through hands-on examples and case studies. Participants also learn advanced applications using ArcGIS such as data integration, design, and modeling. Prerequisite: Familiarity with basic GIS concepts and applications. This workshop is provided for Department of Transportation staff on request of the Agency Liaison.

Getting the Respect You Deserve Through Communication and Understanding

This interactive half-day workshop focuses on developing an understanding of the workplace communication process. Participants will learn about the functions of and barriers to communication as well as the importance of feedback. The workshop explores the role that perception of self and others plays in effective communication. Participants will receive skills which will dramatically improve their communication and give them skills they can start using the day of the training. This workshop is part one of a three part series. Participants are encouraged to register for Part Two: I Hear You, Do You Hear Me? and Part Three: Understanding Misunderstanding: Communicating with Respect Across Differences.

Getting the Respect You Deserve Through Communication and Understanding (Train-the-Trainer)

This half-day workshop will prepare trainers to deliver "Getting the Respect You Deserve Through Communication and Understanding". Participants in this Train-the-Trainer will practice delivering the curriculum and facilitating small group exercises. This workshop is intended for experienced trainers with strong platform and presentation skills. This workshop is part one of a three part Train-the-Trainer series. Participants are encouraged to register for Part Two: "I Hear You, Do You Hear Me?" (Train-the-Trainer) and Part Three: "Understanding Misunderstanding: Communicating with Respect Across Differences" (Train-the-Trainer) as well as the three corresponding half-day workshops.

Getting The Respect You Deserve Through Communication and Understanding (Videoconference)

This interactive half-day workshop focuses on developing an understanding of the workplace communication process. Participants will learn about the functions of and barriers to communication as well as the importance of feedback. The workshop explores the role that perception of self and others plays in effective communication. Participants will receive skills which will dramatically improve their communication and give them skills they can start using the day of the training. This workshop is part one of a three part series. Participants are encouraged to register for Part Two: I Hear You, Do You Hear Me? and Part Three: Understanding Misunderstanding: Communicating with Respect Across Differences.

Gluten-Free Diet for OPWDD (Videoconference)

This workshop, delivered via videoconference, will describe the principles of Celiac Disease and current testing and treatment methods. Testing, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of Non-Celiac Gluten Sensitivity will be presented. This workshop will also discuss current research and treatments applying the Gluten-free diet to individuals with Developmental Disabilities. A thorough explanation of the many and varied nuances of a gluten-free diet will be offered. Upon successful completion of this workshop 5 contact hours, or 0.5 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) will be awarded.

Grant Writing

This workshop reviews the fundamentals of successful grant development in the public sector setting. It includes: searching for funding sources; analyzing program announcements; designing strategies; constructing scope of work narratives; drafting applicant qualifications; incorporating background information; and establishing need.

Grant Writing Basics (Videoconference)

This workshop reviews the fundamentals of successful grant development in the public sector setting. It includes: searching for funding sources; analyzing program announcements; designing strategies; constructing scope of work narratives; drafting applicant qualifications; incorporating background information; and establishing need. What is the grant maker looking for? How does one ensure the critical requirements are included in the proposal; and what are the eight basic components to creating a solid proposal package?

Grant Writing for DCJS

This workshop reviews the fundamentals of successful grant development in the public sector setting. It includes: searching for funding sources; analyzing program announcements; designing strategies; constructing scope of work narratives; drafting applicant qualifications; incorporating background information; and establishing need.

Grant Writing for M/C Employees - Virtual

This two-session (each 3 hours in length) virtual workshop reviews the fundamentals of successful grant development in the public sector setting. It includes searching for funding sources, analyzing program announcements, designing strategies, constructing scope of work narratives, drafting applicant qualifications, incorporating background information, and establishing need.

Group Design and Facilitation (with CEUs)

In this interactive workshop, participants will learn strategies to design groups, facilitate groups, address challenges that may emerge within the group, better understand group dynamics, and methods to measure group intervention effectiveness. Participants will learn strategies to effectively facilitate the group process with clients, including group design, group dynamics, facilitation, and outcome measures. (5.5 approved Licensed Master Social Worker and Licensed Clinical Social Worker continuing education units)

Group Design and Facilitation for DOCCS (with CEUs)

In this interactive training, participants will learn strategies to design groups, facilitate groups, address challenges that may emerge within the group, better understand group dynamics, and methods to measure group intervention effectiveness. Upon completion of the training, participants will take away not only strategies to effectively engage clients throughout the group counseling process but will also return to their perspective sites with instruments to measure intervention effectiveness and client progress. (10 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist continuing education units)

Group Skills for Trainers (Train-the-Trainer)

This workshop will address the components of a professional presentation style and identify proficient public speaking skills. This workshop will also focus on the skills every trainer needs to conduct effective training sessions that are interactive and engaging for adult learners. Group discussion skills such as focusing, postponing, inviting, side-stepping, and making connections will be taught through modeling and exploratory activities. Listening and assertion skills will be taught for presenting, processing discussion, and building group cohesiveness. Also, participants will learn how to work with challenging participants in training sessions. Participants in this Train-the-Trainer will practice delivering the curriculum and facilitating small group exercises. The workshop is intended for experienced trainers with strong platform and presentation skills. Upon successful completion of this workshop, 6 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) will be awarded.

Happy Healthy Gut: FODMAP, Gluten Free, or Other Diets for OPWDD

This workshop will show how food affects people's well-being and provides effective solutions for those suffering from common digestive disorders using diets like gluten-free, FODMAP and others. Cross-contamination of gluten-containing foods and gluten free foods. Items that may be contaminated with gluten like lipstick, medications, etc. Identifying individuals that might benefit from a FODMAP or other food elimination diet. Timeframe to determine success of food elimination diet. Specific guidelines to determine celiac disease.

Happy Healthy Gut: FODMAP, Gluten Free, or Other Diets for OPWDD (Videoconference)

This workshop, delivered via videoconference, will show how food affects people's well-being and provides effective solutions for those suffering from common digestive disorders using diets like gluten-free, FODMAP and others. Cross-contamination of gluten-containing foods and gluten free foods. Items that may be contaminated with gluten like lipstick, medications, etc. Identifying individuals that might benefit from a FODMAP or other food elimination diet. Timeframe to determine success of food elimination diet. Specific guidelines to determine celiac disease.

Harm Reduction in Residential Settings, Clinical Practice and the Community for OMH (with CEUs)

This workshop will focus on the skill building of Harm Reduction. The benefits of Harm Reduction for clients, staff and communities will be discussed. Resistance to Harm Reduction among practitioners, clients, and community members will also be discussed. (6 approved Licensed Master Social Worker and Licensed Clinical Social Worker continuing education units)

Healing From Trauma Exposure: A Journey of Self-Care, Self-Reflection & Self-Compassion (with CEUs)

This workshop will describe the negative effects of exposure to trauma in our work, while also providing practical strategies that can be implemented into our routines to improve our capacity to be present, both with ourselves and those we serve. The work-shop will serve as a significant marker in the helper’s journey, guiding attendees toward improved emotional resilience through self-care and self-compassion. (2 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and Licensed Creative Arts Therapist continuing education credits)

Healthy Relationship Best Practices for Those with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities (with CEUs) - Virtual

In this workshop geared towards clinicians and counselors, participants will learn how to teach those with disabilities the skills necessary to identify healthy relationships. Tools and activities will be identified to assist in developing and nurturing a positive body image and self-esteem in those with disabilities. Participants will discuss how to assist those with disabilities in identifying the qualities of person that is helpful in others as well as within themselves. (6 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist continuing education units)

Helping Clients Better Identify, Manage, and Express Their Emotions (with CE hours) - Virtual

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; and gain a deeper understanding of the dynamics associated with emotional discord. 6 approved Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and Licensed Master Social Worker continuing education hours.

Helping our Clients Break Free from OCD!: Treatment Strategies and Considerations for M/C Employees (with CEUs) - Virtual

In this workshop, participants will be introduced to the diagnosis of OCD and major treatment strategies, drawing from CBT, ERP (Exposure and Response Prevention), and ACT. Through didactics and collaborative case conferencing, participants will have the opportunity to apply these techniques and approaches to their own work. (3 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Creative Arts Therapist, Psychoanalysts, and Psychologist continuing education credits)

Helping Your Clients Break Free from OCD (with CE hours) - Virtual

In this class, participants will be introduced to the diagnosis of OCD and major treatment strategies, drawing from CBT, ERP (Exposure Therapy), and ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy). Through this interactive live webinar, participants will learn how to recognize the signs and symptoms of OCD, particularly less well-known manifestations, explore the behavioral mechanisms that maintain these symptoms and learn the basic tenets of effective treatment modalities for OCD and how to apply them as well as common obstacles to OCD treatment and methods of addressing them. This course will incorporate didactics, live discussion and case examples and formulations as tools for instruction. (4.5 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Creative Arts Therapist, Psychoanalysts, and Psychologist continuing education contact hours)

Helping Youth Develop Resiliency and Address Life Changes (with CEUs)

In this workshop, participants will learn how to help teens build resiliency skills for the various life domains, develop strength-based problem-solving skills, and re-establish equilibrium in the aftermath of trauma. (6 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist continuing education units)

Hidden Loss: A Therapeutic Intervention for Children with an Incarcerated Parent or Caregiver (with CEUs)

In this workshop, participants will learn a therapeutic intervention model that can be used for children who have incarcerated parents or caregivers (past or present). Any individual working in the field with children (therapists, counselors, MFTs, social workers, school personnel, residential providers), especially those working in a therapeutic or clinical setting, will benefit. (2 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist continuing education units)

Hiding in Plain Sight: How Sexual Violence Manifests in the Classroom, Workplace, and the Community (with CE hours) - Virtual

Sexual violence is a pervasive problem, which remains hidden. Sexual violence is still often viewed as an individual problem only being perpetrated by a handful of “bad people.” The reality is something different; sexual violence remains a pervasive problem mainly because we still hold on to stereotypes, attitudes and belief systems that allow a culture of sexual violence to thrive. Sexual violence is not a problem to be dealt with only by victims and perpetrators, but by all of us if we are ever going to take real steps to end it. This workshop will define sexual violence as a community issue and demonstrate the impact on all of us, paying particular attention to our classrooms, workplaces, and communities at large. This workshop is not meant to replace any agency- or state-mandated sexual harassment training. 4 approved Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and Licensed Master Social Worker continuing education hours.

High Risk Clients: Effective Clinical Interventions for Client Emergencies Related to Suicide, Substance Abuse, Violence & More (with CEUs)

In this workshop, participants will learn concrete strategies that can be used regardless of setting or clinical background. Make crisis situations more manageable, overcome your worries, and have you feeling confident that you can focus on doing what’s best for your clients – without fear of what could happen. (7.5 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist continuing education units)

How Do You Hug a Porcupine? Engaging and Supporting Challenging Youth (with CEUs)

In this workshop, participants will explore the concept of resistance, inter/intra-personal influences, the role of pop culture, and support and engagement strategies designed to promote the bond between client and counselor. (6 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist continuing education units)

How to Build a High-Performance Team

This full day classroom workshop introduces participants to the team building process, development, the characteristics of effective team members, and methods for developing team leaders. The roles and responsibilities of diversified team members will be examined along with the characteristics of high performing work teams. By developing successful teams, participants will learn to increase productivity and positive communication.

How to Build a High-Performance Team - Virtual

This two-session (each 3 hours in length) virtual workshop introduces participants to the team building process, development, the characteristics of effective team members, and methods for developing team leaders. The roles and responsibilities of diversified team members will be examined along with the characteristics of high performing work teams. By developing successful teams, participants will learn to increase productivity and positive communication

How to Build a High-Performance Team (Half-Day)

This ½ day class is full of easy-to-implement strategies to build, manage and motivate your ultimate team. You will learn the 4 Stages of Team Development, the 5 Commandments of a Successful Team, the Five Behaviors of a Cohesive Team and the 6 Thinking Hats of Problem Solving as a Team. Learn some new ideas for motivation and improving team performance all while increasing team trust, cohesiveness and efficiency.

How to Coach Employees Effectively for OMH

This two-day workshop will enable identified facility coaches to assist staff in embracing and enhancing the skills learned during the “Preventing and Managing Crisis Situations” (PCMS) course. During this workshop, PMCS coaches will learn: how to observe, mitigate, respond, and provide appropriate feedback for techniques/skills that individuals should be practicing and performing from the PCMS course.

How to Facilitate a Virtual Meeting - Virtual

In this one session 3-hour virtual workshop, participants will gain valuable insights and skills to effectively lead remote meetings. In this interactive session, participants will explore optimal strategies for planning remote meetings and fostering attendee engagement using various WebEx-based tools. Additionally, attendees will learn how to select meeting elements that align with the workplace. While this workshop is not focused on the technical aspects of the WebEx platform, participants will gain hands-on practice with WebEx tools to enhance meeting engagement.

How to Manage Risk of Sexually Offending Behavior by Persons with Developmental Disabilities for OPWDD

This workshop will introduce a risk assessment tool that utilizes a convergent approach called ARMIDLO-S. ARMIDLO-S combines an actuarial approach with guided, clinical judgement, and is used to assess risk in persons with developmental disabilities. The primary components needed to manage re-offending risk effectively will be outlined. Common mistakes in risk management by teams will be presented and discussed.

How to Prepare a Witness for a Deposition

This workshop discusses how to best prepare witnesses for depositions, how to prepare them to defend that deposition once on the stand, and also to discuss the ethical considerations of witness preparation for depositions. Upon successful completion of this workshop, six (6) Continuing Legal Education (CLEs) credits will be awarded.

How to Testify in Court

This workshop is designed for individuals who provide factual and expert testimony in county, family, and state supreme courts. Topics include the difference between standard and opinion testimony, preparation with the trial attorney, and the most effective methods for delivering testimony in court. Content is relevant for individuals who testify exclusively in administrative hearings; however, it is not issue-specific for individual agency settings.

How Trauma Manifests in Various Client Populations (with CEUs)

In this workshop, participants will discuss trauma in general and its critical impact to provide the best care for clients. Participants will consider how trauma may manifest in specific populations, the special considerations, and additional assessment techniques that may be required. Look at how trauma manifests in victims of multiple forms of violence, youth in foster care, former inmates, and immigrants and refugees. (6 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist continuing education units)

Human Trafficking Awareness Train-the-Trainer

This two-day Train-the-Trainer will cover general awareness, identification of human trafficking victims, the NYS referral system and resources, and trauma-informed care. Participants will be able to deliver a 1/2 day workshop on the above topics.

I Hear You, Do You Hear Me?

This interactive half-day workshop spotlights the importance that verbal communication and active listening have in our conversations and our relationships. Employees often feel their voices are unheard and therefore feel disrespected. Through discussion and activities, participants will identify their own personal communication style, foster an understanding of the active listening process, and learn strategies and skills to minimize miscommunication as both the sender and receiver of the communication, particularly in cross-cultural contexts. This workshop is part two of a three part series. Participants are encouraged to register for Part One: Getting the Respect You Deserve Through Communication and Understanding and Part Three: Understanding Misunderstanding: Communicating with Respect Across Differences.

I Hear You, Do You Hear Me? (Train-the-Trainer)

This half-day workshop will prepare trainers to deliver I Hear You, Do You Hear Me?. Participants in this Train-the-Trainer will practice delivering the curriculum and facilitating small group exercises. This workshop is intended for experienced trainers with strong platform and presentation skills. This workshop is part two of a three part Train-the-Trainer series. Participants are encouraged to register for Part One: Getting the Respect You Deserve Through Communication and Understanding (Train-the-Trainer) and Part Three: Understanding Misunderstanding: Communicating with Respect Across Differences (Train-the-Trainer) as well as the three corresponding half-day workshops.

I Hear You, Do You Hear Me? (Videoconference)

This interactive half-day workshop spotlights the importance that verbal communication and active listening have in our conversations and our relationships. Employees often feel their voices are unheard and therefore feel disrespected. Through discussion and activities, participants will identify their own personal communication style, foster an understanding of the active listening process, and learn strategies and skills to minimize miscommunication as both the sender and receiver of the communication, particularly in cross-cultural contexts. This workshop is part two of a three part series. Participants are encouraged to register for Part One: Getting the Respect You Deserve Through Communication and Understanding and Part Three: Understanding Misunderstanding: Communicating with Respect Across Differences.

IBM Quality Stage Training for DMV

Four-day course on concepts and techniques used in IBM InfoSphere QualityStage. Course covers definition of data quality and how to cleanse data using QualityStage, how to investigate data quality issues, and data reengineering based on the data investigation findings.

Identification and Reporting of Child Abuse in New York State--Online Workshop

This online workshop, which can be completed at your convenience during a three-week period, is targeted to those health care, counseling, and education professionals who are required to receive this training for licensure. This session meets the requirements of the mandatory New York State child abuse recognition and reporting requirements. A certificate will be issued upon completion of a short exam at the end of the workshop.

Identity Issues for Adopted Persons, Adoptive Parents, and Birth Parents (With CEUs)

This workshop will discuss how identity formation is more complex for adoption triad members due to relinquishment, lack of information, the merging of family backgrounds and society’s negative portrayal of adoption and triad members. Presentation will include information on the developmental stages of identity formation for adopted individuals with special focus on teenage years and transracial adoption. Recommendations for adoption practices and clinical interventions will be presented. Lecture will be followed by a documentary movie. (Includes 3 SED approved Licensed Master Social Work, Licensed Clinical Social Work, and Licensed Mental Health Counselor contact hours).

iGrafx Flowcharter Training for DMV

Course designed to shorten the learning curve and ensure effective usage of iGrafx FlowCharter, a tool to document business processes. Course supplies you with the skills and knowledge to make iGrafx FlowCharter work for you and your organization.

iGrafx Process Training for DMV

Course designed to accelerate effective usage of iGrafx Process, a tool for business process analysis. Course supplies participants with skills to make this state of the art simulation solution work for you and your organization. Topics include diagramming, data entry, modeling, and simulation.

Impact of A Traumatic and Stressful Work Environment on The Corrections Workforce

This workshop will assist participants in understanding the occupational stressors of working in a correctional facility. Participants will learn the impact of repeated exposure to traumatic and other high-stress events on employees’: personality, health and functioning, core beliefs and behaviors, workforce culture, and families. Participants will learn healthy practices on the job and healthy coping strategies off the job.

Impact vs. Intent: Decolonizing Therapy for M/C Employees (with CEUs) - Virtual

In this workshop, participants will focus on how to directly bring equity and anti-racism to the treatment room. Decolonizing Therapy is about how to specifically address the ways mental health practitioners can be complicit with harm in their work. We will explore deficit thinking and poverty disciplining within colorism, classism, and much more. How does this harm tend to show up in the work we do with our clients? (2 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Creative Arts Therapist, and Psychoanalysts continuing education credits)

Improve Executive Functions: Evidence-Based Strategies to Change Behavior (with CEUs)

In this workshop, participants will learn to develop the skills needed to better assess, grow and improve executive functioning in clients. Effectively teach clients the skills to: get organized, resist impulses, stay focused, and use time wisely. Participants will also learn effective strategies to immediately implement and help clients change their brain and behavior. (7.5 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist continuing education units)

Inclusion for Sexual and Gender Minority Populations in Families, Schools, and Communities (with CEUs)

In this workshop, participants will explore how to support and encourage families, schools, workplaces, and communities to become inclusive or enhance inclusion for sexual and gender minority (SGM) populations. Through discussion, media, lecture, and case scenarios, you will learn about the discrimination that SGM populations face, the resilience that the population demonstrates, and policies and practices that increase inclusion and wellness for this population across the lifespan. (3 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist continuing education units)

Infection Control for OPWDD: Basic Concepts (Videoconference)

This half-day workshop is delivered through videoconferencing and is the second in a series of seven infection control workshops for the non-infection control nurse. This session will focus on basic infection control concepts including modes of transmission, transmission based precautions, personal protective equipment, and disposal of waste in non-hospital settings. Attendance at "Infection Control for OMRDD: Introduction" is recommended but not required. This workshop does not fulfill the mandated training requirement related to infection control needed for license renewal. Upon completion of this workshop, each participant will receive .3 Continuing Education Units (CEUs).

Infection Control for OPWDD: Infectious Agents and Their Control, Part 1 (Videoconference)

This half-day workshop is delivered through videoconferencing and is the fifth in a series of seven infection control workshops for the non-infection control nurse. This session will focus on common infectious agents, their description, mode of transmission, incubation period, testing, treatment, management, and prevention. Infectious agents to be covered in this session are: Scabies, lice, shingles, flu, pneumococcal disease, Lyme disease, Impetigo, and salmonellosis. Attendance at "Infection Control for OMRDD: Introduction" is recommended but not required. This workshop does not fulfill the mandated training requirement related to infection control needed for license renewal. Upon completion of this workshop, each participant will receive .3 Continuing Education Units (CEUs).

Infection Control for OPWDD: Infectious Agents and Their Control, Part 2 (Videoconference)

This half-day workshop is delivered through videoconferencing and is the sixth in a series of seven infection control workshops for the non-infection control nurse. This session will focus on less common infectious agents, their description, mode of transmission, incubation period, testing, treatment, management, and prevention. Infectious agents to be covered in this session are: Varicella, hepatitis, mononucleosis, meningitis, legionellosis, Norwalk Virus, and West Nile Virus. Attendance at "Infection Control for OMRDD: Introduction" is recommended but not required. This workshop does not fulfill the mandated training requirement related to infection control needed for license renewal. Upon completion of this workshop, each participant will receive .3 Continuing Education Units (CEUs).

Infection Control for OPWDD: Introduction (Videoconference)

This half-day workshop is delivered through videoconferencing and is the first in a series of seven infection control workshops for the non-infection control nurse. This session will serve as an introduction to infection control. Topics include basic definitions, chain of infection, and reportable diseases. Basic microbiology and host defense mechanisms will also be discussed. This workshop does not fulfill the mandated training requirement related to infection control needed for license renewal. Upon completion of this workshop, each participant will receive .3 Continuing Education Units (CEUs).

Infection Control for OPWDD: Multi-Drug Resistant and Emerging Infectious Agents (Videoconference)

This half-day workshop is delivered through videoconferencing and is the final workshop in a series of seven infection control workshops for the non-infection control nurse. This session will focus on multi-drug resistant infectious agents, their description, and mode of transmission, incubation period, testing, treatment, management, and prevention. Infectious agents to be covered in this session are: MRSA, VRSA, VRE, C. Difficile, and TB. Attendance at "Infection Control for OMRDD: Introduction" is recommended but not required. This workshop does not fulfill the mandated training requirement related to infection control needed for license renewal. Upon completion of this workshop, each participant will receive .3 Continuing Education Units (CEUs).

Infection Control for OPWDD: Nursing Strategies (Videoconference)

This half-day workshop is delivered through videoconferencing and is the third in a series of seven infection control workshops for the non-infection control nurse. This session will focus on infection control strategies. Topics such as line list, concentric circles, primary vs. secondary contacts, isolation and consumer placement in non-hospital settings, and outbreak investigation/management/control will be covered. Attendance at "Infection Control for OMRDD: Introduction" is recommended but not required. This workshop does not fulfill the mandated training requirement related to infection control needed for license renewal. Upon completion of this workshop, each participant will receive .3 Continuing Education Units (CEUs).

Infection Control for OPWDD: Understanding Lab Results (Videoconference)

This half-day workshop is delivered through videoconferencing and is the fourth in a series of infection control workshops for the non-infection control nurse. This session will focus on the basic microbiology and laboratory tests used in infection control. When to use these tests and how to interpret the results will also be covered. Attendance at "Infection Control for OMRDD: Introduction" is recommended but not required. This workshop does not fulfill the mandated training requirement related to infection control needed for license renewal. Upon completion of this workshop, each participant will receive .3 Continuing Education Units (CEUs).

Infection Control to Renew Your License - Online Workshop

This online workshop, which can be completed at your convenience during a three-week period, is targeted to those health care professionals who are required to receive this training for licensure renewal. Infection control regulations, enforcement of infection control standards, quality assurance and professional reliability will be addressed. This session meets the requirements of the Mandatory Infections Control Program for re-registration and licensing in New York State. A certificate will be issued upon completion of a short exam at the end of the workshop.

Infection Control to Renew Your License for DOH

This half-day workshop is targeted to those health care professionals who are required to receive this training for licensure renewal. Infection control regulations, enforcement of infection control standards, quality assurance and professional reliability will be addressed. This session meets the requirements of the Mandatory Infections Control Program for re-registration and licensing in New York State. Upon completion of the workshop, a certificate of completion will be issued. This workshop is provided for Department of Health staff on request of the Agency Liaison.

Infection Control to Renew Your License for OMH

This half-day workshop is targeted to those health care professionals who are required to receive this training for licensure renewal. Infection control regulations, enforcement of infection control standards, quality assurance and professional reliability will be addressed. This session meets the requirements of the Mandatory Infections Control Program for re-registration and licensing in New York State. Upon completion of the workshop, a certificate of completion will be issued.

Infection Control to Renew Your License for OPWDD

This half-day workshop is targeted to those health care professionals who are required to receive this training for licensure renewal. Infection control regulations, enforcement of infection control standards, quality assurance and professional reliability will be addressed. This session meets the requirements of the Mandatory Infections Control Program for re-registration and licensing in New York State. Upon completion of the workshop, a certificate of completion will be issued.

Information Technology Leadership Development Program: Week 1

Part 1 of this seven-day program providing participants with the knowledge, skills, and tools necessary to lead and manage in Information Technology (IT) environments in New York State government. Participants will learn how to set goals, manage change, solve problems, communicate effectively, build strong teams and develop others, and more. This program is intended for IT managers from varying agencies that will enhance their ability to lead successfully within their state agency.

Information Technology Leadership Development Program: Week 2

Part 2 of this seven-day program providing participants with the knowledge, skills, and tools necessary to lead and manage in Information Technology (IT) environments in New York State government. Participants will learn how to set goals, manage change, solve problems, communicate effectively, build strong teams and develop others, and more. This program is intended for IT managers from varying agencies that will enhance their ability to lead successfully within their state agency.

Installing and Configuring System Center Operations Manager 2007 R2 for OAG

This 5-day workshop is intended to develop the necessary skills to install and manage Operations Manager 2007 R2 management servers and supporting roles. This workshop is intended for Windows Server 2003 or later administrators who have experience working within a Windows Active Directory domain environment and have a good understanding of Windows Server based network services. Familiarity with a support ticketing system is helpful.

Instructional Design Certificate

This three-day training will provide participants the tools necessary to develop powerful, bottom-line focused training. Using a human performance improvement approach to instructional design, you will learn best practices for conducting a needs assessment, job/task analysis, and course design and development using templates exclusive to ATD. Participants will leave with a structured step-by-step process that can be immediately applied to the development of their own training programs.

Integrated Dual Diagnosis Treatment (IDDT) for OMH

This four-day workshop is designed for identified psychiatrists, psychologists, nurses, social workers, intensive case managers and rehabilitation staff at the Mt. Vernon Clinic and select healthcare staff from other Rockland Psychiatric Center clinics. This workshop will provide clinicians and counselors with an understanding of integrated dual diagnosis treatment including the core care principles and the IDDT Fidelity Scale. The workshop will cover how to conduct a five-step assessment and develop a treatment plan utilizing specific IDDT instruments and forms. Other workshop topics to be discussed include: matching interventions to a client's stage of treatment; Motivational Interviewing; and the application of cognitive and behavioral interventions to achieve and maintain recovery from substance abuse. This workshop is provided for the Office of Mental Health, Rockland Psychiatric Center staff on request of the agency liaison.

Integrating Cultural Competency in Social Work Practice with Latino Clients (with CEUs)

This course will focus on providing attendees with tools and information aimed at facilitating and strengthening awareness of Latino culture: understanding and valuing cultural difference in the provider/client relationship. Provides the opportunity for information gathering and skill development in integrating cultural competency skills in service delivery. (3 SED-Approved Contact Hours for LCSW & LMSW) 3 Contact Hours (NY LMSW & LCSW).

Integrating Yoga & Psychotherapy for Depression (with CE hours) - Virtual

In this timely training participants will gain an important understanding of attending to the mind-body connection when managing Depression through incorporating basic yoga philosophy and practices. Participants will learn practical ways to incorporate basic yoga postures, pranayama (breathing practices) and meditation into psychotherapy sessions for clients struggling with Depression. In this whole-person, holistic approach, participants will comprehend how yoga can support clients with accessing their emotions, how to self-regulate and begin to feel empowered in managing the Depression they struggle with. (2.5 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Creative Arts Therapist, Psychoanalysts, and Psychologist continuing education contact hours)

Interacting with the Public for Auditors for OMIG & Insurance

This workshop focuses on the interpersonal communication and customer service skills that auditors need when dealing with the public. Topics will include methods for presenting audit related information to various audiences, cultural sensitivity and competence, and techniques for managing conflicts or difficult situations. The importance of professionalism and ethical conduct when representing state agencies will also be discussed.

Interactive Intelligence Online Passport for HESC

The Interactive Intelligence (InIn) Online Passport is a one year subscription to all of InIn’s non-certification online courses. An unlimited number of individuals can access the online curriculum using one login anytime. One set of login credentials is provided and can be distributed to all users. Multiple users can log in at the same time using the same set of access credentials. The Online Passport contains a number of EduBytes, online classes and webinars that cover an array of topics in the Interaction Center environment. It is recommended that participants have a basic knowledge of the Microsoft Windows interface and familiarity with its terminology.

Interactive Presentations Using Technology

This workshop covers the use of new technology including interactive graphics, sounds, and videos to make presentations more interesting and easier to prepare. The workshop reviews the use of interactive technologies to enhance, and move beyond the PowerPoint slideshow to create a dynamic learning environment for presentations. Various types of hardware that could be utilized for these purposes will be discussed at the conclusion of this workshop.

Interdisciplinary Management of Dysphagia for OPWDD

This half-day workshop is designed for staff working in acute or long-term care settings with individuals with developmental disabilities or other neurological impairments and are experiencing some form of dysphagia, a swallowing/eating disorder. Signs, symptoms, possible causes, and therapeutic techniques will be reviewed. Upon completion of this workshop, each participant will receive 0.3 Continuing Education Units (CEUs).

Interdisciplinary Management of Dysphagia for OPWDD (Videoconference)

This half-day workshop is delivered through videoconferencing and is designed for staff working in acute or long-term care settings with individuals with developmental disabilities or other neurological impairments and are experiencing some form of dysphagia, a swallowing/eating disorder. Signs, symptoms, possible causes, and therapeutic techniques will be reviewed. Upon completion of this workshop, each participant will receive 0.3 Continuing Education Units (CEUs).

Interpersonal Communication Skills

This workshop examines interpersonal skills that are used in the workplace. Participants will learn how to manage relationships with their supervisor and peers, and how to improve listening skills to enhance the positive flow of information. The role of communication in effectively delegating work assignments, strengthening staff morale, improving face-to-face communication, and handling difficult situations in the workplace will also be addressed.

Interpretation of Lab Values in Mental Health Settings for OMH

This workshop assists mental health care professionals in determining the most relevant diagnostic lab exams for specific diagnosis as well as the interpretation of specific results. Participants should have a working knowledge of the most commonly used diagnostic tests for specific disease entities in their facilities. Upon successful completion of this workshop 3 contact hours, or 0.3 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) will be awarded.

Interpretation of Laboratory Values

This workshop assists health care professionals in determining the most relevant diagnostic lab exams for specific diagnosis as well as the interpretation of specific results. Participants should have a working knowledge of the most commonly used diagnostic tests for specific disease entities in their facilities.

Interpretation of Laboratory Values (with CEUs)

This workshop assists health care professionals in determining the most relevant diagnostic lab exams for specific diagnosis as well as the interpretation of specific results. Participants should have a working knowledge of the most commonly used diagnostic tests for specific disease entities in their facilities. Upon successful completion of this workshop, 6 contact hours or .6 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) will be awarded.

Interpretation of Laboratory Values for OMH (with CEUs)

This workshop assists health care professionals in determining the most relevant diagnostic lab exams for specific diagnosis as well as the interpretation of specific results. Participants should have a working knowledge of the most commonly used diagnostic tests for specific disease entities in their facilities. Upon successful completion of this workshop, 6 contact hours or .6 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) will be awarded.

Interviewing and Note Taking

This workshop addresses the fundamental skills for conducting an interview and taking notes. Topics include preparation, the importance of accurate note taking, and techniques for efficient note taking. Participants will also learn basic interviewing skills such as conducting an interview, interpreting nonverbal behavior, and managing the uncommunicative interviewee.

Introduction to Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT/Tapping) (with CEUs) - Virtual

In this virtual workshop, participants will learn the basics of EFT, including how it affects stress, the nervous system and the brain. The EFT recipe and formula for tapping points, and the 9-Gamut procedure will be demonstrated and practiced. There will be an emphasis on the importance of words and being specific. The workshop will cover use of EFT with fears, pain, anxiety, depression, trauma and cravings. Specific attention will be given to tapping on pain and other physical sensations, and gentle techniques for trauma. Participants will have the opportunity to practice identifying aspects of a client’s story, tap on specific symptoms and stories and recognize the signs of physiological and cognitive shifts. Options will also be provided when EFT does not work or works very slowly with your client. (6 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Creative Arts Therapist, and Psychologist continuing education credits)

Introduction to Geographic Information Systems (GIS) for ORPS

This two-day workshop will cover the basics of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and ArcView. Topics to be discussed include vector vs. raster data, GIS file management, shapefile and geodatabase editing, basic map design, and rudimentary spatial querying/analysis. Transportation-specific topics of dynamic segmentation and its uses will also be discussed. Prerequisite: Some prior knowledge of the subject area.

Introduction to HTML and XHTML

This course provides an introduction to the (X)HTML language, while covering best practices in web page design and use of cascading style sheets (CSS). Participants will also learn about formatting text and images, creating hyperlinks, constructing a style rule, making nesting lists, and validating html for a webpage. No prior experience with HTML is required for this course.

Introduction to Java for Criminal Justice Professionals-Part 1

This multi-day course provides an introduction to Java programming for experienced programmers. Topics will include general introduction to Java, decision structures, loop structures, an introduction to methods, arrays, and object-oriented concepts. Participants will have ample opportunity for hands-on projects. Participants must also register for Introduction to Java for Criminal Justice Professionals, Part 2.

Introduction to Java for Criminal Justice Professionals-Part 2

This multi-day course continues an introduction to Java programming for experienced programmers. Topics will include object-oriented programming, file processing, advanced object-oriented concepts, relational database concepts, SQL, and JDBC. Participants will have ample opportunity for hands-on practice in criminal justice-related applications and projects. Participants must also register for Introduction to Java for Criminal Justice Professionals, Part 1.

Introduction to Linking GPS and GIS Applications

One-day workshop designed for professionals who want to incorporate the use of Global Positioning System (GPS) information into their Geographic Information System (GIS) projects. Course covers accuracy differences between various GPS equipment.

Introduction to MS Excel

This two-day course is designed for individuals new to Excel. Topics include spreadsheet terminology, exploring the Excel window, navigating workbooks, entering and editing data, entering and editing formulas, and working with multiple worksheets. No prior experience in Excel is necessary.

Introduction to Play Therapy (with CEUs)

In this workshop, participants will learn the history of play therapy and exploration of the various theories that play therapists utilize. Participants will engage in play and explore their own feelings and beliefs about play. We will focus heavily on non-directive play as an avenue for engagement and assessment for children and teens. We will practice with some directive play techniques leaving participants with a foundation of how to engage therapeutically through play with their younger clients. (6 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Creative Arts Therapist, and Psychoanalysts continuing education credits)

Introduction to Python Programming Language

This workshop will introduce programming using the Python language. Participants will be introduced to core programming concepts like data structures, conditionals, loops, variables, functions, and object-oriented programming concepts like classes. This course includes an overview of the various tools available for writing and running Python. The course will provide hands-on coding exercises using commonly used data structures, writing custom functions, and reading and writing to files. Learners will gain the working knowledge needed to start programming, debugging, and using Python in everyday tasks and, using some of the more popular third-party libraries to include how to install them when they are needed. Additionally, the participants will build an application under the guidance of the instructor using the knowledge gained in the course.

Introduction to Solution Focused Brief Therapy (with SW & MHC CEUs)

With a videotaped solution focused therapy session, panel discussion, and question and answer, participants will learn about solution focused brief therapy. An overview of solution-focused therapy will be discussed, along with assumptions inherent in the model. Videos of solution-focused sessions will demonstrate how therapists listen with solution-building ears and together with clients create useful conversations. All levels of understanding are encouraged to attend. (3 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor continuing education credits)

Investigation Documentation for DOL: Reports that Hold Up - Virtual

In this two-session (3-hours per session) virtual workshop for inspectors and investigators, participants will learn the importance of creating reliable and credible documentation that can be used when testifying in court. Participants will also learn the elements of effective investigation documentation, best organizational flow, and items that should be included in an investigation report. DOL example documents will be utilized in the activities.

Investigation Documentation for Taxation & Finance: Reports that Hold Up - Virtual

In this two-session (3-hours per session) virtual workshop for Department of Taxation and Finance agents, auditors, and investigators, participants will learn the importance of creating reliable and credible documentation that can be used when testifying in court. Participants will also learn the elements of effective investigation documentation, best organizational flow, and items that should be included in an investigation report.

Investigative Interviewing

This workshop examines techniques for interviewing subjects, complainants, witnesses, victims, employees and other sources of information for purposes of fact-finding and obtaining information about compliance, violations, fraud, and abuse. It is designed for individuals who testify in administrative hearings and proceedings or conduct investigations. Topics include a discussion of the differences between interviews versus interrogations, how to prepare for them, their structure, when to take notes and strategies for detecting deception. The workshop relies on interaction between the instructor and students with real life examples, group projects videos and case studies.

Investigative Interviewing for DOH

This workshop examines techniques for interviewing subjects for purposes of fact-finding and obtaining information about compliance, fraud, and abuse. It is designed for individuals who testify in administrative hearings or other proceedings. Topics include discussion of legal parameters, strategies for handling reluctant and hostile interviewees, and the importance of accurate field notes. The workshop focuses on interviewing external witnesses involved in underlying cases. Scenarios such as interviewing an office worker in a Medicaid Fraud investigation, the school nurse in a child abuse case, or other Department of Health-related scenarios will be included.

Investigative Interviewing for OMH

This workshop examines techniques for interviewing subjects for purposes of fact-finding and obtaining information about compliance, fraud, and abuse. It is designed for individuals who testify in administrative hearings or other proceedings. Topics include discussion of legal parameters, strategies for handling reluctant and hostile interviewees, and the importance of accurate field notes. The workshop focuses on interviewing external witnesses involved in underlying cases. Scenarios such as interviewing an office worker in a Medicaid Fraud investigation, the school nurse in a child abuse case, or other Office of Mental Health-related scenarios will be included.

Investigative Interviewing for Tax and Finance

This workshop is for the staff from the Dept. of Tax and Finance; it examines techniques for interviewing subjects, complainants, witnesses, victims, employees and other sources of information for purposes of fact-finding and obtaining information about compliance, violations, fraud, and abuse. It is designed for individuals who testify in administrative hearings and proceedings or conduct investigations. Topics include a discussion of the differences between interviews versus interrogations, how to prepare for them, their structure, when to take notes and strategies for detecting deception. The workshop relies on interaction between the instructor and students with real life examples, group projects, videos and case studies.

Investigative Interviewing Techniques for the Department of Agriculture and Markets

This workshop examines interviewing and investigative techniques crucial to the investigative process with an emphasis on legal restrictions. It covers strategies for handling problem subjects, hostile and reluctant interviewees, and the importance of taking field notes. This workshop focuses on interviewing and investigations that may eventually lead to administrative action or other proceedings where it is important to obtain information relevant to compliance, fraud, abuse, and general fact-finding. Specific examples and case situations will be provided by the Department of Agriculture and Markets.

Investigative Interviewing: Advanced

This workshop examines advanced topics in investigative interviewing. Participants will practice interviewing techniques for different purposes and in different settings. Topics include understanding the interviewer's ethical responsibilities, detecting deception, and writing effective interview reports. Issues that arise with specific interviewees such as the elderly and children will be discussed. This workshop is intended for examiners, investigators, inspectors, auditors, attorneys, and other employees who interview external subjects. Prerequisite: Prior completion of the PSWP workshop "Investigative Interviewing" or a solid understanding of investigative interviewing concepts and techniques is recommended for all workshop participants.

Isolation and the Search for Connection: Borderline Personality Disorder (with CEUs)

In this workshop, experienced social workers will examine clinical and behavioral definitions, consider possible causes, examine new research, and share approaches to treating persons with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). Transference and countertransference will be addressed, in relation to the isolation, search for connection, and perceived danger in the everyday life of a person with BPD. (3 SED-Approved Contact Hours for LCSW & LMSW)

ITIL 4 Foundations

This 4-day workshop will introduce ITIL (Information Technology Infrastructure Library) as a management framework used in delivering superior IT services. Participants will learn how this framework helps to deliver the highest level of IT services, including encouraging best practices for better planning and organization, managing risk, strategy execution, and building an environment that is holistic and collaborative. The workshop will include best practices in IT service management, including strategy, design, transition, operation, and continuous improvement. Participants will learn how to integrate IT and business systems to work collaboratively to create a decision-making framework, using best practices and a common language to deliver top-notch IT services. Participants will learn how to apply tools and techniques to day-to-day work, increasing efficiency and effectiveness.

Java Fundamentals

The workshop provides an interactive, hands-on introduction to Java programming. Participants will learn fundamental Java concepts and methods including Object-Oriented Concepts, Decision Structures, Loop Structures, HTML, and File Processing. Participants will have an opportunity to practice programming skills using Java. This course is designed for programmers with no background in Java. Some background in computer programming and scripting languages is recommended, but not required.

Java: The Spring Framework 3.0

4-day course for experienced Java developers to use the Spring Application Framework to create simple and complex Web applications. Course focuses on Core and MVC modules. Students will build Web applications using Spring MVC framework to translate.

Joomla! Administering

This two-day workshop explores Joomla!, an open source content management system for building websites and other online applications. Joomla! is one of the most versatile and powerful platforms for building a scalable online presence. Participants will learn about Joomla! Architecture, modules, layouts, templates, and other topics related to administering a Joomla! Website. Some background in object oriented programming is recommended.

Joomla! Programming

This three-day workshop explores Joomla!, an open source content management system for building websites and other online applications. Joomla! is one of the most versatile and powerful platforms for building a scalable online presence. Participants will learn about securely extending and developing Joomla! Using templates and plug-ins. This workshop will include hands-on activities. Some background in object oriented programming is recommended.

Key Strategies for Working with Personality Disorders (with CEUs)

In this workshop, participants will learn often times the very thing a person with a personality disorder needs help with obstructs their ability to receive the help they need in the first place. An array of dysfunctional thoughts, misdirected feelings and behaviors can all add to the intensity with which relationships are attended to. Therefore, learning how to harness and utilize the power inherent in the therapeutic relationship is paramount for clinicians so that they can better support their clients in developing greater insight into the nature of their symptoms and their ability to manage their symptoms. (6 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Creative Arts Therapist, and Psychoanalysts continuing education credits)

Knowledge Transfer

This workshop provides a tool box that can be used to identify, capture, and disseminate institutional knowledge among an organization’s employees. This process can allow an organization to document standard practices and identify opportunities for innovation and process reengineering. Knowledge management techniques can be used in all types of organizations, and are particularly useful in organizations faced with retirements and downsizing. The majority of the workshop is spent reviewing different techniques organizations can use to identify, capture, and disseminate institutional knowledge in an environment of constrained resources. We also consider the social setting of knowledge sharing, barriers to sharing, and techniques for overcoming the barriers.

Knowledge Transfer for OMH

This workshop provides a tool box that can be used to identify, capture, and disseminate institutional knowledge among an organization’s employees. This process can allow an organization to document standard practices and identify opportunities for innovation and process reengineering. Knowledge management techniques can be used in all types of organizations, and are particularly useful in organizations faced with retirements and downsizing. The majority of the workshop is spent reviewing different techniques organizations can use to identify, capture, and disseminate institutional knowledge in an environment of constrained resources. We also consider the social setting of knowledge sharing, barriers to sharing, and techniques for overcoming the barriers.

Knowledge Transfer for the Office for the Aging

This workshop provides a tool box that can be used to capture institutional knowledge from employees who are near-retirement, or soon-to-be leaving long held positions. The workshop will provide instruction on how to best document duties, write procedures and other critical job processes and specialized knowledge so that information can be passed along to other workers. How to build systems and documentation processes that help make information available to several staff, rather than becoming "siloed" in isolated units and how to capture existing knowledge in order to create smooth transitions and not impede organizational work and processes will be covered.

Labor Management Committee Training Follow-up for DOCCS

This workshop will provide an overview of DOCCS Labor/Management Committee training and advanced Labor/Management Committee training focused on specific labor/management topics requiring additional attention.

Labor Management Committee Training for NYS Agencies

An assessment day prior to the start of the workshop and a two-day workshop provides the NYS agencies Labor/Management Committee with information and techniques on effective communication skills, as well as respect in the workplace best practices. A brief overview of basic labor relations principles and committee organization will be given. The focus of the workshop will center on effective communication and conflict resolution skills including: listening versus hearing; communicating when in conflict; breaking the cycle of mistrust; and how to handle difficult situations such as lack of focus and lack of respect. Agenda building and how to run successful meetings will also be covered.

Labor Management Committee Training for OPWDD

This workshop is tailored to meet the specific needs of the labor-management committee for the Office for People with Developmental Disabilities. The training can include, but is not limited to, assisting labor-management committees in building and developing their working relationships with one another, providing an overview of the principles and practices of effective committee operations, including agenda development, pre-meeting preparation, and problem solving. A brief overview of PEF/NYS Contract Article 24, basic labor relations principles, and committee organization will be given.

Labor Management Training and Intervention for SUNY Upstate

This three-day training and mediation session will include a brief overview of basic labor relations principles and committee organization such as agenda building and how to run successful meetings. The primary focus will center on building skills for effective communication and conflict resolution. Topics such as listening versus hearing; communicating when in conflict; breaking the cycle of mistrust; and how to handle difficult situations such as lack of focus and lack of respect will be discussed. Participants will learn personal and interpersonal skills necessary for successful interactions and examine the differences between interpersonal, group, or organizational workplace conflict. Effective techniques will be identified and practiced to assess various types of conflict and manage them more productively. Participants will learn to determine how differences impact communication and identify the role each member plays in difficult situations to help reduce conflict and help reach solutions. Participants will have an opportunity to improve their skills in dealing with and managing conflict using role-play activities and other hands-on techniques.

Labor-Management Committee Training for DOL

This workshop is tailored to meet the specific needs of the labor-management committee for the Department of Labor. The training can include, but is not limited to, assisting labor-management committees in building and developing their working relationships with one another, providing an overview of the principles and practices of effective committee operations, including agenda development, pre-meeting preparation, and problem solving.

Labor-Management Committee Training for DOT

This one-day workshop provides the Department of Transportation Labor Management Committee with information and techniques on effective communication skills, as well as respect in the workplace best practices. A brief overview of Basic labor relations principles and committee organization will be given. The focus of the workshop will center on effective communication and conflict resolution skills including: listening versus hearing; communicating when in conflict; breaking the cycle of mistrust; and how to handle difficult situations such as lack of focus and lack of respect.

Labor-Management Committee Training for NYS DOCCS

An assessment day prior to the start of the workshop and a two-day workshop provides the NYS Department of Corrections and Community Supervision Labor/Management Committee with information and techniques on effective communication skills, as well as respect in the workplace best practices. A brief overview of basic labor relations principles and committee organization will be given. The focus of the workshop will center on effective communication and conflict resolution skills including: listening versus hearing; communicating when in conflict; breaking the cycle of mistrust; and how to handle difficult situations such as lack of focus and lack of respect. Agenda building and how to run successful meetings will also be covered.

Labor-Management Committee Training for NYS OMH (Kingsboro)

This two-day workshop provides the NYS Office of Mental Health Labor/Management Committee with information and techniques on effective communication skills, as well as respect in the workplace best practices. A brief overview of basic labor relations principles and committee organization will be given. The focus of the workshop will center on effective communication and conflict resolution skills including: listening versus hearing; communicating when in conflict; breaking the cycle of mistrust; and how to handle difficult situations such as lack of focus and lack of respect. Agenda building and how to run successful meetings will also be covered.

Labor-Management Committee Training for OPWDD

(Please note there will be a one-day assessment before each workshop.) This multiple-day workshop provides the NYS agency (TBD) Labor/Management Committee with information and techniques on effective communication skills, as well as respect in the workplace best practices. A brief overview of basic labor relations principles and committee organization will be given. The focus of the workshop will center on effective communication and conflict resolution skills including: listening versus hearing; communicating when in conflict; breaking the cycle of mistrust; and how to handle difficult situations such as lack of focus and lack of respect. Agenda building and how to run successful meetings will also be covered.

Labor-Management Committee Training for WCB

This two-day workshop provides the Worker's Compensation Board Labor Management Committee with information and techniques on effective communication skills, as well as respect in the workplace best practices. A brief overview of basic labor relations principles and committee organization will be given. The focus of the workshop will center on effective communication and conflict resolution skills including: listening versus hearing; communicating when in conflict; breaking the cycle of mistrust; and how to handle difficult situations such as lack of focus and lack of respect.

Leadership Development Program

The multi-day program will provide participants with the knowledge, skills, and tools necessary to lead and manage in New York State government. Participants will learn how to set goals, manage change, solve problems, communicate effectively, build strong teams and develop their employees.

Leadership Development Program - Virtual

This multi-day program will provide participants with the knowledge, skills, and tools necessary to lead and manage in New York State government. Participants will learn how to set goals, manage change, solve problems, communicate effectively, build strong teams and develop their employees.

Leadership Development Program: Week 1

Part 1 of this seven-day program providing participants with the knowledge, skills, and tools necessary to lead and manage in New York State government. Participants will learn how to set goals, manage change, solve problems, communicate effectively, build strong teams and develop others, and more. This program is intended for managers from varying agencies that will enhance their ability to lead successfully within their state agency.

Leadership Development Program: Week 2

Part 2 of this seven-day program providing participants with the knowledge, skills, and tools necessary to lead and manage in New York State government. Participants will learn how to set goals, manage change, solve problems, communicate effectively, build strong teams and develop others, and more. This program is intended for managers from varying agencies that will enhance their ability to lead successfully within their state agency.

Leadership Skills for Psychiatric Nurses for OMH

This workshop is designed for nurses who want to learn leadership skills that will enable them to delegate tasks and effectively supervise LPNs and unlicensed caregivers on a day-to-day basis. Participants will learn techniques for gaining staff support and commitment, ways to get work done while maximizing resources, and effective time management. Participants will learn how to break down communication problems so they can deal effectively with conflict and handle mistakes correctly. Additional topics, such as how to create an atmosphere of trust and special considerations will also be explored.

Leading Voices in Affective Neuroscience and their Contributions to Clinical Practices (Essential Neuroscience for the 21st Century Clinician Series) (with CE hours) - Virtual

This conference will advance the knowledge base of each attendee concerning some of the most important key scientists and clinicians advancing our understandings in this area of practice, and learn how to apply their key concepts in an easy to follow, practical way to improve client outcomes. While each day will provide a self-contained cohesive and complete learning experience, knowledge from each day will accumulate to provide a more complete picture of how to approach 21st Century practice more effectively through the use of neuroscience based knowledge. To improve application of learning, attendees will examine and discuss numerous clinical scenarios. Participants will: 1. Describe the Essential Neuroscientists’ Work and Applications to Practice 2. Integrate 21st Century Neuroscience Principles with Attachment Theory 3. Integrate 21stCentury Neuroscience principles with Psychodynamic Therapy 4. Apply Neuroscience to the improved Use of Self in Practice 5. Utilize Neuroscience to Inform High-level Psychoeducation to Clients (5 approved Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Master Social Worker, and Licensed Mental Health Counselor continuing education hours)

Legal and Ethical Considerations in Working with High-Risk Clients - New York State (with CE Hours) – Virtual

In this workshop, participants will learn the most important legal aspects clinicians confront in their practice such as treatment of at risk clients, record-keeping and documentation requirements, and mandatory and recommended reporting. (1.5 contact hours approved for NYS Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Creative Arts Therapist, Psychoanalyst, and Psychologist)

Legal and Ethical Considerations of High Risk Client Situations for M/C Employees (with CEU) - Virtual

In this workshop, participants will learn the most important legal aspects clinicians confront in their practice such as treatment of at risk clients, record-keeping and documentation requirements, and mandatory and recommended reporting. (1 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Creative Arts Therapist, Psychoanalysts, and Psychologist continuing education credits)

Legal and Public Ethics of Social Networking and Online Activity

This workshop will review the ethical implications of social networking from a variety of perspectives relating to law and public legal practice. After reviewing the variety of available frameworks for ethics discussions and the backdrop of legal and public ethics laws, workshop participants will look at reports of ethical issues that have arisen in relation to social networking and online activity. The ethical implications of investigating public employees’ social networking and online activities will be covered, as will the ethical and professional implications of public lawyers’ use of these technologies. To the extent necessary to more fully evaluate the ethical questions, state and federal technology law will be discussed, but these will not be the focus of the program. The day will include both full class instruction and small group exercises. Six (6) Continuing Legal Education credits in Ethics will be awarded with this class.

Legal Issues for Nurses

This workshop explores the legal and ethical parameters of the nursing practice within the health care industry. Topics include the elements of negligence, sound charting, patient's rights and autonomy, informed consent, termination of medical treatment, and death and dying. An overview of the litigation process and the implications of the managed care medical model will also be discussed. Upon successful completion of this workshop 6 contact hours, or 0.6 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) will be awarded.

Legal Updates Regarding Sex Offenders

This half-day workshop focuses on the most recent legal developments pertaining to sex offenders in New York State and impacting interstate compacts. This course is not designed specifically for attorneys, but does cover new legislation and policies concerning sex offenders. Topics include sex offender registration rules, and legal issues surrounding treatment and monitoring of sex offenders.

Legal Writing for Attorneys: Advanced

This workshop reviews techniques for clear, well-organized, and effective legal writing. The preparation of legal documents, memoranda of law, contracts, and letters will be covered. Upon successful completion of this workshop, six (6) Continuing Legal Education Credits in Skills will be awarded.

Legal Writing for Non-Attorneys

This workshop provides an introduction to basic legal writing principles for employees who are not attorneys but must deal with legal materials and documents. The workshop provides an understanding of legal writing formats, applications of legal rules in a persuasive argument, an explanation of commonly used legal terms and phrases, and how to incorporate a plain English writing style into legal documents.

Legal Writing for Non-Attorneys for DOT

This workshop provides an introduction to basic legal writing principles for employees who are not attorneys but must deal with legal materials and documents. The workshop provides an understanding of legal writing formats, applications of legal rules in a persuasive argument, an explanation of commonly used legal terms and phrases, and how to incorporate a plain English writing style into legal documents.

Legalized Cannabis in New York: Information for Healthcare Professionals - Virtual

This workshop introduces the impact of legalized cannabis on healthcare practice in New York. Topics to be addressed include an overview of cannabis regulation in New York State under the Marihuana Regulation and Taxation Act (MRTA), including the intersection between state and federal law; an overview of the evidence base for the risks, benefits, side effects, and drug interactions in marijuana use; and ethical and legal considerations.

Legalized Marijuana in New York: What Healthcare and Counseling Professionals Need to Know - Virtual

This workshop introduces the impact of legalized marijuana on counseling and healthcare practice in New York. Topics to be addressed include an overview of cannabis regulation in New York State under the Marihuana Regulation and Taxation Act (MRTA), including the intersection between state and federal law; an overview of the evidence base for the risks, benefits, side effects, and drug interactions in marijuana use, particularly for those with substance use disorders; and ethical and legal considerations.

LGBTQ Youth: Clinical Strategies to Support Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity (with CEUs)

This workshop will provide clinicians with effective clinical strategies for coming out, bullying, suicide, anxiety, shame, depression, self-harming, making healthy choices, thriving in school, and options for guiding gender transition. (7.5 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist continuing education credits)

Liability in the Computer Age for DPS

This half-day workshop will discuss the liability state agencies face during the computer age. The workshop will cover the following topics: liability involved in the daily use of computers, the internet, and other technologies (i.e. PDAs, smart phones); liability and risk of using Wi-Fi (including abiding by open access policies); copyright infringement (downloading music or videos and the origins of copyright); and expectation of privacy (or lack thereof). In addition, the course should cover how to limit liability and how far liability can be limited. Upon successful completion of this workshop, three (3) Continuing Legal Education (CLE) credits in Professional Practice will be awarded.

Long-Term Impact of ACE’s: Looking Through a Complex Trauma Lens for M/C Employees (with CEUs) - Virtual

This workshop will explore the type of traumatic experiences, which can lead to complex trauma. Additionally, you will be introduced to the Adverse Childhood Experiences Questionnaire (ACE’s). (6 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist continuing education units)

Maintaining Positive Interactions in Difficult Situations (with CEUs)

This workshop provides participants with an understating of the risks of difficult situations, different types of communication, and ways to reduce violent situations. Participants will begin to identify the role they play in difficult situations to help reduce conflict, increase safety and help reach a solution. Role-playing and other hands-on techniques designed to develop skills for dealing with difficult situations will be practiced. (6 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker continuing education credits)

Management of Stress and Anxiety for Individuals with ASD and their Families (with CEUs)

In this workshop, participants will be provided an overview of anxiety and how it differs from anxiety in individuals with ASD. In addition, the unique profile of stress in caregivers of individuals with ASD will be discussed. Specific approaches in the assessment of stress and anxiety will be described. Evidence-based treatment for anxiety in individuals with ASD will be provided, including specific adaptations of cognitive behavioral therapy. Mindfulness-based interventions for caregivers of individuals with ASD will be shared as well as strategies to assist the whole family in managing anxiety and stress. (6 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist continuing education units)

Managing Change for Nurse Administrators

This workshop is designed to give nurse administrators the theoretical knowledge and practical skills needed to effectively manage change from a supervisory perspective. Topics to be discussed in this workshop include: the change process, building trust, and change management strategies and tools.

Managing Dissociation Through the Use of Soothing & Grounding Skills (with CE hours)

Social workers and mental health practitioners are often faced with attachment related concerns in their clients, which leads to dissociative symptoms. Practitioners struggle with keeping their clients grounded in order to effectively resolve traumatic experiences. This training provides an opportunity for staff and clinicians working with children, adolescents and young adults to increase their confidence in talking to clients about trauma, identifying dissociative symptoms, and how to effectively manage these symptoms through creative and play-based soothing and grounding tools. This workshop will provide scripts, demonstration videos, and photo images of varied ways of using the techniques. Participants will also practice a variety of the 30 soothing and grounding tools. These easy to learn, practical, hands-on techniques are for use with children, adolescents and young adults. NYSED LMSW & LCSW CEs/Contact Hours: 6.5 Live In-Person; NYSED LMHC CEs/Contact Hours: 6.5 Live In-Person; NYSED LMFT CEs/Contact Hours: 6.5 Live In-Person; NYSED LCAT CEs/Contact Hours: 6.5 Live In-Person; NYSED PSY CEs/Contact Hours: 6.5 Live In-Person; NYS OASAS Provider #0045: 6.5 hours for : CPP & CPS Initial, Section 1; CASAC, CPP & CPS Renewal

Managing Dissociation Through the Use of Soothing and Grounding Skills for M/C Employees (with CEUs) - Virtual

In this workshop, participants working with children, adolescents, and young adults will increase their confidence in talking to them about trauma, identifying dissociative symptoms, and how to effectively manage these symptoms through creative and play-based soothing and grounding tools. This workshop will provide scripts, demonstration videos, and photo images of varied ways of using the techniques. Participants will also practice a variety of the 30 soothing and grounding tools. (6 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and Licensed Creative Arts Therapist continuing education credits

Managing Diversity in the Classroom (Train-the-Trainer)

This workshop is designed to enhance participants’ understanding of how his/her own background can impact communication style, choice of words, body language, and mannerisms, and how these may affect trainees from different backgrounds. Additionally, this workshop will help participants learn to create a training environment that values and encourages the expression of diverse perspectives and experiences and model their approach to cross-cultural encounters as characterized by an open mind, a willingness to learn from each other, mutual respect and objectivity. Participants will learn how to appropriately prepare for diverse needs in the classroom and manage unexpected diversity issues that may arise during a training. Participants in this Train-the-Trainer will practice delivering the curriculum and facilitating small group exercises. The workshop is intended for experienced trainers with strong platform and presentation skills. Upon successful completion of this workshop, 6 Continuing Education Units (CEUs ) will be awarded.

Managing Multiple Priorities

This workshop is designed to help develop skills in setting goals, prioritizing, and managing simultaneous responsibilities and activities in today's fast-paced work environments. Participants will learn how to take control of their workday to help enhance productivity and success while minimizing stress.

Managing Multiple Priorities - Virtual

This two-session (each 3 hours in length) virtual workshop is designed to help develop skills in setting goals, prioritizing, and managing simultaneous responsibilities and activities in today's fast-paced work environments. Participants will learn how to take control of their workday to help enhance productivity and success while minimizing stress.

Managing Multiple Priorities (Train-the-Trainer)

This two-day course consists of a first day of the basic Managing Multiple Priorities course. The workshop is designed to help develop skills in setting goals, prioritizing, and managing simultaneous responsibilities and activities in today's fast-paced work environments. Participants will learn how to take control of their workday to help enhance productivity and success while minimizing stress. Participants in this Train-the-Trainer will practice delivering the curriculum and facilitating small group exercises. The workshop is intended for experienced trainers with strong platform and presentation skills.

Managing Multiple Priorities for Civil Service M/C Employees Virtual

This 2 session (each 3 hours in length) virtual workshop is designed to help develop skills in setting goals, prioritizing, and managing simultaneous responsibilities and activities in today's fast-paced work environments. Participants will learn how to take control of their workday to help enhance productivity and success while minimizing stress.

Managing Multiple Priorities for DCJS

This workshop is designed to help develop skills in setting goals, prioritizing, and managing simultaneous responsibilities and activities in today's fast-paced work environments. DCJS supervisors will learn how to take control of their workday to help enhance productivity and success while minimizing stress. This course would be a part of a supervisory training program for new or newer supervisors at DCJS. A new supervisor who gets promoted often has their work load increased, as they will have to figure out who to juggle several responsibilities and ensure they are all done correctly. A supervisor has to monitor attendance and leave, be a mentor, assign work, get assignments from their supervisor(s), work with other supervisors in the same title to meet the mission of the agency and more. This course will help them balance all of what is expected of them as a new supervisor at DCJS.

Managing Multiple Priorities for DOCCS

This workshop is designed to help develop skills in setting goals and prioritizing in today’s fast-paced work environments. Participants will learn tools and strategies to take control of their workday to help enhance productivity and success while minimizing stress.

Managing Multiple Priorities for M/C Employees - Virtual

This two-session (each 3 hours in length) virtual workshop is designed to help develop skills in setting goals, prioritizing, and managing simultaneous responsibilities and activities in today's fast-paced work environments. Participants will learn how to take control of their workday to help enhance productivity and success while minimizing stress.

Managing Multiple Priorities for NYSED M/C Employees - Virtual

This two-session (each 3 hours in length) virtual workshop is designed to help develop skills in setting goals, prioritizing, and managing simultaneous responsibilities and activities in today's fast-paced work environments. Participants will learn how to take control of their workday to help enhance productivity and success while minimizing stress.

Managing Multiple Priorities for OMH

This workshop is designed to help mental health clinicians develop skills in setting goals, prioritizing, and managing simultaneous responsibilities and activities in a fast-paced work environment. Participants will learn how to take control of their workday to help enhance productivity and success while minimizing stress.

Managing Multiple Priorities for OSC M/C Employees - Virtual

This two-session (each 3 hours in length) virtual workshop is designed to help develop skills in setting goals, prioritizing, and managing simultaneous responsibilities and activities in today's fast-paced work environments. Participants will learn how to take control of their workday to help enhance productivity and success while minimizing stress.

Managing Public Meetings

This workshop is designed for professionals who represent their agencies at public meetings. Participants will explore tools and techniques for planning the presentation, keeping the meeting on target, and diffusing troublesome situations so that the meeting becomes a "win-win" encounter.

Managing Public Meetings for SEMO & OHS

This workshop is designed for professionals who represent their agencies at public meetings. Participants will explore tools and techniques for planning the presentation, keeping the meeting on target, and diffusing troublesome situations so that the meeting becomes a "win-win" encounter.

Managing the Report Writing Process - Virtual

This two-session (each 3 hours in length) virtual workshop examines best practices for combining the written efforts of more than one person in one comprehensive report. Workshop topics include how to mentor staff, provide constructive feedback, and minimize their own re-writing. This workshop will highlight the importance of using outlines to structure content, development of a writing schedule that spells out the task, and to combine the writing efforts of many pens into one cohesive, well-written clear document.

Managing the Team Report Writing Process

This full day in-person workshop (6 hours in length) examines best practices for combining the written efforts of more than one person in one comprehensive report and is geared toward lead writers, team members, or administrators that would benefit from tools and techniques for group writing coordination. Workshop topics include how to mentor staff, provide constructive feedback, and minimize their own re-writing. This workshop will highlight the importance of using outlines to structure content, development of a writing schedule that spells out the task, and to combine the writing efforts of many pens into one cohesive, well-written clear document.

Managing the Team Report Writing Process - Virtual

This two-session (each 3 hours in length) virtual workshop examines best practices for combining the written efforts of more than one person in one comprehensive report and is geared toward lead writers, team members, or administrators that would benefit from tools and techniques for group writing coordination. Workshop topics include how to mentor staff, provide constructive feedback, and minimize their own re-writing. This workshop will highlight the importance of using outlines to structure content, development of a writing schedule that spells out the task, and to combine the writing efforts of many pens into one cohesive, well-written clear document.

Managing the Team Report Writing Process – Virtual

This two-session (each 3 hours in length) virtual workshop examines best practices for combining the written efforts of more than one person in one comprehensive report and is geared toward lead writers, team members, or administrators that would benefit from tools and techniques for group writing coordination. Workshop topics include how to mentor staff, provide constructive feedback, and minimize their own re-writing. This workshop will highlight the importance of using outlines to structure content, development of a writing schedule that spells out the task, and to combine the writing efforts of many pens into one cohesive, well-written clear document.

Managing the Team Report Writing Process – Virtual for DEC

This two-session (each 3 hours in length) virtual workshop examines best practices for combining the written efforts of more than one person in one comprehensive report and is geared toward lead writers, team members, or administrators that would benefit from tools and techniques for group writing coordination. Workshop topics include how to mentor staff, provide constructive feedback, and minimize their own re-writing. This workshop will highlight the importance of using outlines to structure content, development of a writing schedule that spells out the task, and to combine the writing efforts of many pens into one cohesive, well-written clear document.

Managing the Team Report Writing Process – Virtual for OSC

This two-session (each 3 hours in length) virtual workshop examines best practices for combining the written efforts of more than one person in one comprehensive report and is geared toward lead writers, team members, or administrators that would benefit from tools and techniques for group writing coordination. Workshop topics include how to mentor staff, provide constructive feedback, and minimize their own re-writing. This workshop will highlight the importance of using outlines to structure content, development of a writing schedule that spells out the task, and to combine the writing efforts of many pens into one cohesive, well-written clear document.

Managing Workplace Conflict for OPWDD

In this interactive workshop, participants will learn ways to improve their communication skills with other team members and across teams, resolve arguments, and reduce workplace conflict. The workshop provides practical tools and techniques for conflict management and dispute resolution. Topics include individual styles for resolving conflict, avoiding communication misunderstandings when communicating by email, and determining how differences impact communication. The focus is upon improving team work through better communication and effective problem solving.

Managing Workplace Conflict for SUNY Downstate

In this interactive workshop, participants will learn ways to improve their communication skills with other team members and across teams, resolve arguments, and reduce workplace conflict. The workshop provides practical tools and techniques for conflict management and dispute resolution. Topics include individual styles for resolving conflict, avoiding communication misunderstandings when communicating by email, and determining how differences impact communication. The focus is upon improving team work through better communication and effective problem solving.

Math Refresher

This workshop provides a review of applied mathematics and measurement. Participants will add, subtract, multiply and divide with whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percents. The workshop will also include calculating averages, ratios, proportions and rates, along with converting decimals to fractions and fractions to percents. Participants will have an opportunity to solve common workplace problems using appropriate mathematical formulas and techniques.

Media Savvy Social Work

This workshop focuses on ways to develop social work leadership and innovation through media outreach to the public. The workshop includes systematic ways that, through media, social workers can connect with vast segments of the population who might never consider seeing or using a social worker. Advocacy, education, and critical issue advancement will be discussed. Upon completion, participants will be awarded up to 4 contact hours applicable for New York State social work licensure.

Medical Art Therapy Strategies for Mental Health Professionals: Building Resilience and Hope (with CEUs)

In this workshop, participants will learn how art therapy can provide dynamic opportunities for clients to build their resilience by developing personal imagery that strengthens and empowers them to be active participants in their own healing process. Case study presentation will demonstrate how these modalities facilitated resilience-building, distraction from pain, regained sense of control, and the agency necessary to face and become active participants in managing their medical challenges and healing. Art therapy strategies will be presented and participants will be given the opportunity to engage in art making that employs two such strategies - triptych and mask making - experiencing these strategies first hand for future professional application with this population. (6 approved Licensed Master Social Work, Licensed Clinical Social Work, and Licensed Mental Health Counselor continuing education credits)

Medical-Surgical Certification Preparation

This two-day workshop for experienced medical-surgical nurses will help participants prepare for the AACN RN-BC exam or MSNCB CMSRN exam by offering a comprehensive review of medical-surgical nursing practice. This review will include nursing practices when caring for a patient with cardiovascular, pulmonary, endocrine, gastro-intestinal, neurologic, renal, or hematologic problems. Test taking strategies will also be discussed. Upon successful completion of this workshop, 13 contact hours or 1.3 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) will be awarded.

Medical-Surgical Certification Review for SUNY Upstate Medical Center

This two-day workshop for experienced medical-surgical nurses will help participants prepare for the AACN RN-BC exam or MSNCB CMSRN exam by offering a comprehensive review of medical-surgical nursing practice. This review will include nursing practices when caring for a patient with cardiovascular, pulmonary, endocrine, gastro-intestinal, neurologic, renal, or hematologic problems. Test taking strategies will also be discussed. Upon successful completion of this workshop, 13 contact hours or 1.3 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) will be awarded.

Medication Safety: Identifying and Preventing Errors

This half-day workshop discusses how to reduce medication errors and the efficacy of various prevention strategies. Participants will develop an understanding of drug safety and quality issues through a review of the literature and case studies. The workshop will highlight the nature and causes of medication errors, the impact on patients, and the differences in causation, impact, and prevention across multiple points of health care delivery.

Medication Safety: Identifying and Preventing Errors (with CEUs)

This half-day workshop discusses how to reduce medication errors and the efficacy of various prevention strategies. Participants will develop an understanding of drug safety and quality issues through a review of the literature and case studies. The workshop will highlight the nature and causes of medication errors, the impact on patients, and the differences in causation, impact, and prevention across multiple points of health care delivery. Upon successful completion of the workshop, .3 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) will be awarded.

Medication Safety: Identifying and Preventing Errors (with nursing CE hours) - Virtual

This half-day virtual workshop discusses how to reduce medication errors and the efficacy of various prevention strategies. Participants will develop an understanding of drug safety and quality issues through a review of the literature and case studies. The workshop will highlight the nature and causes of medication errors, the impact on patients, and the differences in causation, impact, and prevention across multiple points of health care delivery. Upon successful completion of this workshop, 2.5 hours of continuing education for nurses (CNEs) will be awarded. The specific hours will be determined by the Alabama State Nurses Association.

Medication Safety: Identifying and Preventing Errors for OMH

This half-day workshop discusses how to reduce medication errors and the efficacy of various prevention strategies. Participants will develop an understanding of drug safety and quality issues through a review of the literature and case studies. The workshop will highlight the nature and causes of medication errors, the impact on patients, and the differences in causation, impact, and prevention across multiple points of health care delivery.

Medication Safety: Identifying and Preventing Errors for OMH (with CEUs)

This half-day workshop discusses how to reduce medication errors and the efficacy of various prevention strategies. Participants will develop an understanding of drug safety and quality issues through a review of the literature and case studies. The workshop will highlight the nature and causes of medication errors, the impact on patients, and the differences in causation, impact, and prevention across multiple points of health care delivery. Upon successful completion of the workshop, .3 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) will be awarded.

Meeting the Grieving: Working with Loss, Grief & Mourning (with CEUs)

In this workshop, participants will identify how we understand loss of all kinds and how we understand the processing of grief will inform how we relate to our clients who are struggling to process their individual and shared experiences of loss and grief. This full day class will be a mix of lecture, group discussion and experiential practices. (6 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Creative Arts Therapist, and Psychoanalysts continuing education credits)

Mental Health First Aid

This one-day classroom course teaches participants how to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental illnesses and substance use disorders. The training gives participants the skills needed to reach out and provide initial help and support to someone who may be developing a mental health or substance use problem or experiencing a crisis.

Microsoft Exchange Server 2007, Advanced Training Package for OAG

This 5-day workshop is intended for OAG IT Professionals who have experience with MS Exchange Server 2007 or previous Exchange Server versions. This workshop includes an introduction to installing and managing MS Exchange Server 2007, recovering messaging servers and databases using MS Exchange Server 2007, and monitoring and troubleshooting MS Exchange Server 2007, as well. Advanced topics such as designing a high availability messaging solution will also be covered.

Mobilizing Action for Resilient Communities: Addressing ACEs & trauma using the restorative integral support (RIS) model (with CEUs)

This workshop will provide a review of ACE research and present the RIS model for ACE Response. The workshop addresses: how the RIS model can help facilitate community capacity building for ACE Response through the power of social networks and peer supports; implications for community, program, and university leadership and partnerships; role of leaders in policy and system-redesign; and identify new partnership opportunities, making connections across sectors and through related concerns. (3 approved Licensed Master Social Work, Licensed Clinical Social Work, and Licensed Mental Health Counselor continuing education credits)

Monitoring: The Systems Approach for DOS

This two-day workshop will provide participants with a brief overview of the Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) Act, and the NYS role in monitoring eligible entities. In addition, this workshop will provide participants with information regarding their authority as monitors and their mandate to monitor the whole agency through an examination of Information Memorandums (IM) 49, 61, 82, 94, 97 and 102, NASCSP’s Monitoring Standards and Self-Assessment Tool, and Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Guidance.

Motivational Interviewing (with CE hours) - Virtual

This is a virtual training on Motivational Interviewing, an Evidence-Based Practice Model of treatment designed to facilitate and engage intrinsic motivation within the client in order to change behavior. Motivational Interviewing is a goal-oriented, client-centered counseling style for eliciting behavior change by helping clients to explore and resolve ambivalence. (6 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor continuing education contact hours)

Motivational Interviewing and Substance Use Disorders (with CE hours) – Virtual

In this workshop, participants will learn how to effectively employ motivational interviewing in the treatment of substance-use disorders, including tools they can use to encourage and promote sustained positive outcomes for their clients. This workshop is geared toward participants with a firm foundation in motivational interviewing. 3 approved Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and Licensed Master Social Worker continuing education hours.

Motivational Interviewing for DOL

This 90-minute workshop will provide participants with an opportunity to examine Motivational Interviewing basic concepts. Participants will identify the four processes of Motivational Interviewing, recognizing the difference between change and sustain talk, and increase client outcomes by using collaboration, acceptance, compassion and evocation. The workshop will include lecturing, group discussion, opportunity to practice, and role-plays.

Motivational Interviewing for OPWDD (with CEUs)

This two-day workshop is designed for human services professionals and is especially applicable to those professionals working in the Office for People with Developmental Disabilities Family Services. The workshop will explore the stages of change; review the general principles of Motivational Interviewing; review the "building blocks" of effective motivational approaches; and discuss the early strategies that are central to this model. Participants will practice the skills of Motivational Interviewing through role-play and simulation. (12 approved Licensed Master Social Worker and Licensed Clinical Social Worker continuing education units)

Motivational Interviewing to Improve Client Engagement and Behavior (with CE hours)

Motivational interviewing is an evidence-based clinical approach to helping clients resolve ambivalence and find the motivation to make positive behavioral change. In this workshop, participants will learn about this client-centered approach and how to effectively identify strategies to help clients with addictive behaviors, anxiety disorders, depression, and more. 6 approved Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Master Social Worker, Psychologist, and Licensed Mental Health Counselor continuing education hours.

Motivational Interviewing: Basic Skills

This two-day workshop is designed for human services professionals and is especially applicable to those working in addictions treatment. The workshop will explore the stages of change; review the general principles of Motivational Interviewing; review the "building blocks" of effective motivational approaches; and discuss the early strategies that are central to this model. Participants will practice the skills of Motivational Interviewing through role-play and simulation. Upon completion of this workshop, 12 clock hours towards initial or renewal credentialing for CASAC will be awarded.

Motivational Interviewing: Basic Skills for OCFS

This two-day workshop is designed for Office of Family Services professionals and is especially applicable to those working within the juvenile justice program. The workshop will explore the stages of change; review the general principles of Motivational Interviewing; review the "building blocks" of effective motivational approaches; and discuss the early strategies that are central to this model. Participants will practice the skills of Motivational Interviewing through role-play and simulation. Upon completion of this workshop, 12 clock hours towards initial or renewal credentialing for CASAC will be awarded.

Motivational Interviewing: Basic Skills for Parole

This two-day workshop is designed for NYS Division of Parole professionals and is especially applicable to those working within the criminal justice system. The workshop will explore the stages of change; review the general principles of Motivational Interviewing; review the "building blocks" of effective motivational approaches; and discuss the early strategies that are central to this model. Participants will practice the skills of Motivational Interviewing through role-play and simulation. Upon completion of this workshop, 12 clock hours towards initial or renewal credentialing for CASAC will be awarded.

Motivational Interviewing: Empowering Clients and Inspiring Change (with CE Hours) - Virtual

In this virtual workshop, participants will learn about motivational interviewing as a strength-based clinical approach designed to help clients find the motivation to make positive behavioral change. As a client-centered approach, personal strengths are pitted against challenges, ambivalence is explored and addressed, and personalized plans for self-fulfillment are designed and acted upon. (6 contact hours approved for NYS Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists, Licensed Mental Health Counselors, and Licensed Clinical and Master Social Workers)

Motivational Interviewing: Evidence-Based Interventions to Improve Client Engagement and Accelerate Behavioral Change for M/C Employees (with CEUs) - Virtual

In this workshop, participants will learn how the MI process works. Participants will explore ways to help clients resolve ambivalence about change and how to effectively respond to resistance in clients, and identify strategies to help clients with depression, anxiety disorders, addictive behaviors and other clinical issues. This evidence-based approach is highly effective in motivating positive change and can be used regardless of diagnosis and in conjunction with other treatment approaches. (7.5 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist continuing education units)

Moving from Loss to Healing: Attachment Issues in Grief and Grief Therapy (with CEUs)

In this workshop, participants will review recent developments in neuroscience and attachment theory that serve as the foundation for what we have described as an attachment informed approach to grief therapy (Kosminsky & Jordan, 2016). This approach uses these two fields to help the clinician make sense of a given individual's response to loss, their methods of coping with the strong emotions that accompany bereavement, and the role of an attachment informed therapeutic alliance to help the bereaved client "re-regulate" themselves after a significant loss. (3 approved Licensed Master Social Work, Licensed Clinical Social Work, and Licensed Mental Health Counselor continuing education credits)

MS Access: Fundamentals for Department of Agriculture and Markets

The two-day course begins with the basics and progresses through several modules which cover databases, tables and records, forms, and queries. Participants will also learn about reports, managing database interfaces, and data management with MS Access.

MS Access: Intermediate Skills for Department of Agriculture and Markets

This two-day course builds upon basic Microsoft Access skills to help students become power users. Modules in this course cover how to manage data and data entry; create forms, macros, and dialog boxes; create and use SQL queries; and split databases.

MS Excel for DCJS

This two-day course is designed for individuals with beginner level knowledge of MS Excel 2013. The first day’s topics include spreadsheet terminology, exploring the Excel window, navigating workbooks, entering and editing data, entering and editing formulas, and working with multiple worksheets. The second day will take what the participants have learned and apply it to workbooks used in their every day jobs.

MS Visual Studio 2010 SP1

This four-day workshop provides an intensive architectural overview of the Microsoft .NET Development environment and the Common Language Runtime (CLR) using VB as the language of choice. It focuses on understanding how to develop applications and reusable classes that take advantage of the features exposed through the CLR. Specifically it will introduce you to the object model of .NET and more generally to the .NET Framework including ADO.NET, and Windows Forms Programming. It will be conducted using Visual Basic 2010.

Multicultural Aspects of Play Therapy (with CEUs)

This workshop will discuss play therapy as a cross-cultural language and discuss how health-seeking behaviors within a culture affects participation in play therapy or any type of mental health therapy. Recommendations for culturally inclusive toys for the playroom will be discussed. Examples of how transference and countertransference from a personal experience as an African Caribbean perspective will be shared by the presenter. (6 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist continuing education units)

Multicultural Awareness & Diversity: Powerful Strategies to Advance Client Rapport & Cultural Competence (with CEUs) - Virtual

In this virtual workshop, participants will learn to reduce their fears by increasing their understanding of cultural experiences that they may not be familiar with. Increase your knowledge beyond ethnicity, and explore issues of age, gender, sexuality, religion, acculturation, and social justice. During this engaging workshop, learn tools and strategies that can be used immediately. (7.5 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and Psychologist continuing education units)

Multicultural Awareness & Diversity: Powerful Strategies to Advance Client Rapport & Cultural Competence for M/C Employees (with CEUs) - Virtual

In this workshop, participants will learn to reduce their fears by increasing their understanding of cultural experiences that they may not be familiar with. Increase your knowledge beyond ethnicity, and explore issues of age, gender, sexuality, religion, acculturation, and social justice. During this engaging workshop, learn tools and strategies that can be used immediately. (7.5 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist continuing education units)

Munchausen by Proxy & Medical Child Abuse: Clinical and Case Management (with CE hours) - Virtual

This training provides guidance to clinicians for identifying, investigating, and managing Munchausen by Proxy, also known as Medical Child Abuse, Factitious Disorder Imposed on Another, Caregiver Fabricated Illness in a Child, and Abuse by Pediatric Condition Falsification. This type of child abuse is potentially lethal, yet remains under-recognized. New “Munchausen by Proxy Guidelines for Practice”, published by the American Professional Society on the Abuse of Children (APSAC) will be provided to participants, and used to illustrate effective interventions in cases of MBP, fabricated illness in a child, and Medical Child Abuse. Differential diagnoses of Factitious Disorder Imposed on Another, Malingering, Hypochondriasis, Somatization Disorder, and delusional disorders will be covered, along with DSM-V and ICD-10 language for coding this type of maltreatment. Case studies of both successful, and mis-managed child protective services investigations are detailed, as well as long term outcomes regarding placement, reunification, therapy, and foster care. (3 approved Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Psychologist continuing education hours)

Munchausen by Proxy & Medical Child Abuse: Clinical and Case Management for M/C Employees (with CEUs) - Virtual

In this workshop, participants will know how to identify, investigate, and manage Munchausen by Proxy, also known as Medical Child Abuse, Factitious Disorder Imposed on Another, Caregiver Fabricated Illness in a Child, and Abuse by Pediatric Condition Falsification. New “Munchausen by Proxy Guidelines for Practice”, published by the American Professional Society on the Abuse of Children (APSAC) will be provided to participants, and used to illustrate effective interventions in cases of MBP, fabricated illness in a child, and Medical Child Abuse. Differential diagnoses of Factitious Disorder Imposed on Another, Malingering, Hypochondriasis, Somatization Disorder, and delusional disorders will be covered, along with DSM-V and ICD-10 language for coding this type of maltreatment. Case studies of both successful, and mis-managed child protective services investigations are detailed, as well as long term outcomes regarding placement, reunification, therapy, and foster care. (3 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and Licensed Mental Health Counselor continuing education units)

Navigating Domestic Violence and Trauma (with CEUs)

In this workshop, participants will uncover the dynamics of interpersonal violence, including the prevalence, the cycle of abuse, experiences of survivors, community resources, and safety planning. You will learn about trauma, including how trauma impacts the brain, behaviors, and long-term outcomes for survivors. Gain an increased capacity to work with victims and survivors by learning basic skills for grounding and de-escalation, and best practices for trauma informed care in domestic violence situations. (3 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist continuing education units)

Navigating the Multi-Generational Workforce

The current workplace dynamic is made up of 4 generations with a 5th generation knocking at the door. Each generation brings their own communication preferences, attitudes, motivations and communication styles to the workplace. This workshop would discuss the generations, identify, explore, and bring awareness to perceptions and realities of each generation and how those perceptions may impact communication within the workplace. The workshop would aim to bridge the gap between generations to ultimately increase effective communication between them and the knowledge transfer that is vital to effectively working with internal and external customers.

Navigating Transitions in the Workplace – A Guide for Managers and Supervisors Virtual Classroom

This virtual classroom training, delivered in three sessions, will include activities to reinforce tools and techniques that will help supervisors and employees successfully navigate transitions in the workplace. Session topics include: Looking at Change-Key Concepts & Models Communicating Change Emotional Reactions During Times of Change Resistance to Change Building Resilience Learning Applications Resources & Tools for Managers & Supervisors Participants will develop a personal plan to implement at work

Navigating Transitions in the Workplace - Train-the-Trainer (SLMS:GOER-NTW- TTT)

This two-day Train-the-Trainer (TTT) prepares trainers to deliver both the five hour Navigating Transitions in the Workplace-A Guide for Managers and Supervisors program or the 1/2 day Navigating Transitions in the Workplace-A Guide for Employees program. Both programs are designed to provide managers, supervisors and employees with key concepts and models for thinking about change, as tools and resources to help themselves and other staff, successfully navigate transitions in the workplace. Navigating Transitions in the Workplace-A Guide for Managers and Supervisors course topics include: Looking at Change-Key Concepts and Models Communication Change Learning Applications Resources & Tools for Managers and Supervisors Navigating Transitions in the Workplace-A Guide for Employees course topics include: Looking at Change-Key Concepts and Models Emotions During Times of Change Managing Reactions to Change Building Resilience

Navigating Transitions in the Workplace- A Guide to Managers and Supervisors (Virtual Classroom) Pilot

This four session (9 hours total over two days) virtual pilot training is intended to certify trainer to teach the NTW_M-V class. NTW_M-V is a virtual classroom training, delivered in three sessions. The class will include a variety of activities to reinforce tools and techniques that will help supervisors and their employees successfully navigate transitions in the workplace. Participants will develop a personal action plan to implement at work.

Negotiating Skills

This workshop provides a solid foundation in basic negotiation techniques. Participants will learn how to be effective negotiators not only in terms of influencing people but also in exerting better control over time and resources. Topics include preparing for negotiation, the negotiation process, key factors in successful negotiations, and negotiating to achieve mutual benefits.

Negotiating Skills for DOB

This half-day workshop provides a solid foundation in basic negotiation techniques. Participants from the Department of Budget (DoB) will learn how to be effective negotiators not only in terms of influencing people but also in exerting better control over time and resources. Topics include preparing for negotiation, the negotiation process, key factors in successful negotiations, and negotiating to achieve mutual benefits.

Negotiating Skills for DPS

This workshop provides a solid foundation in basic negotiation techniques. Participants from the Department of Public Service (DPS) will learn how to be effective negotiators not only in terms of influencing people but also in exerting better control over time and resources. Topics include preparing for negotiation, the negotiation process, key factors in successful negotiations, and negotiating to achieve mutual benefits.

Network Basics

This workshop is designed for computer professionals who need a basic introduction to the main components of a computer network. Participants will learn about key terms and services, such as DNS, DHCP, and Active Directory. Participants also will examine network infrastructure components, such as routers, switches, and cabling. Specific troubleshooting techniques will be demonstrated.

Network Security: An Introduction

This workshop provides attendees with basic security concepts related to physical and logical networks, wired and wireless networks, Ethernet, TCP/IP, network components, topologies, and architectures. The workshop provides a fundamental understanding of how networks work and the types of threats they face. By the conclusion of this workshop, participants will understand available defenses against attacks, such as firewalls and intrusion-detection devices. This workshop is designed for employees working in network operations. It is strongly suggested that participants attend Introduction to Networks or have equivalent knowledge before attending this workshop.

Neurodivergent Profiles in the Therapy Room: An Affirming Approach to Autism, Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA), and ADHD (with CE hours) - Virtual

Assessing Challenging Behaviors with Functional Behavioral Assessments is Part I of the Promoting Positive Behaviors: Cultivating a School-Wide Climate of Change for Student Success IV Part Series. Throughout this course, participants will develop an in-depth understanding of assessing for challenging behaviors in children using the Functional Behavioral Assessment (FBA) process. In addition, participants will develop effective strategies for data collection and forming hypothesis statements. (Note, while this is part of a 4-part series, people can take individual workshops without needing the prior workshops.) (3 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Psychologist continuing education contact hours)

New York State Leadership Institute

The multi-day program is designed to increase the leadership effectiveness of participants by providing tools and strategies to successfully meet complex challenges in NYS government. Participants will explore leadership principles and practices, examine their personal leadership strengths and development opportunities, and strengthen their business acumen, ability to lead others, lead change, drive results and build coalitions.

New York State Leadership Institute Pilot

The fifteen-day program is designed to increase the leadership effectiveness of participants by providing tools and strategies to successfully meet complex challenges in NYS government. Participants will explore leadership principles and practices, examine their personal leadership strengths and development opportunities, and strengthen their business acumen, ability to lead others, lead change, drive results and build coalitions.

Notary Public Training

This half-day workshop is designed to educate individuals on the legal terminology, concepts, and clauses contained within the framework of the NYS Notary booklet. It also provides an in-depth review of proper notarization procedures – procedures that can cost an agency or organization thousands, if handled improperly. This workshop is for those preparing for Notary Public licensure and for those who already are public notaries, but need refresher material and updates.

Nurse Leadership Development

This three-day course will equip participants with the essential skills to lead teams and create motivating work environments that foster trust and accountability. Lecture, assessment and engaging activities will address real-world issues with practical skills. Participants will learn new skills while enhancing existing competencies.

Nursing Documentation

This workshop provides nurses with information needed to develop concise, professional, and legally correct patient documentation that accurately reflects the assessment, plan, intervention and evaluation of the patient’s condition. Various issues related to documentation, such as the use of abbreviations, documentation of informed consent, and treatment refusal will also be discussed. Standards for documentation set by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations will be included.

Nursing Documentation for OMH

This half-day workshop provides nurses with information needed to develop concise, professional, and legally correct patient documentation that accurately reflects the assessment, plan, intervention and evaluation of the patient’s condition. Various issues related to documentation, such as the use of abbreviations, documentation of informed consent, and treatment refusal will also be discussed. Standards for documentation set by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations will be included.

Nutrition and Disease Management in an Aging Population

This workshop reviews the medical management of diseases where diet modifications are prescribed in the treatment of the patient. An examination of the nutritional concerns of an aging population and those patients with cardiovascular disease are also included in this workshop.

Nutrition and Disease Management in an Aging Population for OMH

This workshop reviews the medical management of diseases where diet modifications are prescribed in the treatment of the patient. An examination of the nutritional concerns of an aging population and those patients with cardiovascular disease are also included in this workshop. Upon completion of this workshop, .6 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) will be awarded.

NYS Budget Process

This two-day workshop provides an overview of the New York State budget process focusing on the primary forces at play in developing, negotiating, and adopting the budget. Budget documents, recent reform proposals, and other fiscal information will be reviewed so that participants will gain a better understanding of the budget and the organizations that shape it.

NYS Highway Law and the Land Surveyor

One-day workshop on NYS Highway Law and related case law. Topics include legislative, statutory and common laws for creating and discontinuing of public and private highways. Up to .6 Continuing Education Units (6 PDHs) awarded upon completion.

NYS Leadership Institute 360 Assessment Coaching

360-assessment coaching helps participants understand their results report data, identify their strengths and areas for improvement, explore leadership-development goals for addition to their Individual Development Plans (IDPs), and answer related questions. These 1:1 coaching sessions for up to 20 participants will take place via phone or GoToMeeting web conference.

NYS Leadership Institute 360 Assessment Review Pilot

This presentation will cover the 20/20 Insight Gold online assessment process and benefits of combining the observations of various people who have first-hand knowledge of an employee’s performance to help them examine their personal leadership strengths and areas for improvement, and identify developmental opportunities. Participants will also learn about the competencies and behaviors deemed critical for success in their jobs, in relation to the five Executive Core Qualifications (ECQ) developed by the United States Office of Personnel Management (OPM) in 1997 and revalidated in 2006.

NYSLI Classroom Session 1 (3 days)

The multi-day program is designed to increase the leadership effectiveness of participants by providing tools and strategies to successfully meet complex challenges in NYS government. Participants will explore leadership principles and practices, examine their personal leadership strengths and development opportunities, and strengthen their business acumen, ability to lead others, lead change, drive results and build coalitions.

NYSLI Classroom Session 2 (2 days)

The multi-day program is designed to increase the leadership effectiveness of participants by providing tools and strategies to successfully meet complex challenges in NYS government. Participants will explore leadership principles and practices, examine their personal leadership strengths and development opportunities, and strengthen their business acumen, ability to lead others, lead change, drive results and build coalitions.

NYSLI Classroom Session 3 (2 days)

The multi-day program is designed to increase the leadership effectiveness of participants by providing tools and strategies to successfully meet complex challenges in NYS government. Participants will explore leadership principles and practices, examine their personal leadership strengths and development opportunities, and strengthen their business acumen, ability to lead others, lead change, drive results and build coalitions.

NYSLI Classroom Session 4 (2 days)

The multi-day program is designed to increase the leadership effectiveness of participants by providing tools and strategies to successfully meet complex challenges in NYS government. Participants will explore leadership principles and practices, examine their personal leadership strengths and development opportunities, and strengthen their business acumen, ability to lead others, lead change, drive results and build coalitions.

NYSLI Classroom Session 5 (2 days)

The multi-day program is designed to increase the leadership effectiveness of participants by providing tools and strategies to successfully meet complex challenges in NYS government. Participants will explore leadership principles and practices, examine their personal leadership strengths and development opportunities, and strengthen their business acumen, ability to lead others, lead change, drive results and build coalitions.

NYSLI Classroom Session 6 (1 day)

The multi-day program is designed to increase the leadership effectiveness of participants by providing tools and strategies to successfully meet complex challenges in NYS government. Participants will explore leadership principles and practices, examine their personal leadership strengths and development opportunities, and strengthen their business acumen, ability to lead others, lead change, drive results and build coalitions.

NYSLI Virtual Session 1 (3 days)

The multi-day program is designed to increase the leadership effectiveness of participants by providing tools and strategies to successfully meet complex challenges in NYS government. Participants will explore leadership principles and practices, examine their personal leadership strengths and development opportunities, and strengthen their business acumen, ability to lead others, lead change, drive results and build coalitions.

NYSLI Virtual Session 2 (2 days)

The multi-day program is designed to increase the leadership effectiveness of participants by providing tools and strategies to successfully meet complex challenges in NYS government. Participants will explore leadership principles and practices, examine their personal leadership strengths and development opportunities, and strengthen their business acumen, ability to lead others, lead change, drive results and build coalitions.

NYSLI Virtual Session 3 (2 days)

The multi-day program is designed to increase the leadership effectiveness of participants by providing tools and strategies to successfully meet complex challenges in NYS government. Participants will explore leadership principles and practices, examine their personal leadership strengths and development opportunities, and strengthen their business acumen, ability to lead others, lead change, drive results and build coalitions.

NYSLI Virtual Session 4 (2 days)

The multi-day program is designed to increase the leadership effectiveness of participants by providing tools and strategies to successfully meet complex challenges in NYS government. Participants will explore leadership principles and practices, examine their personal leadership strengths and development opportunities, and strengthen their business acumen, ability to lead others, lead change, drive results and build coalitions.

NYSLI Virtual Session 5 (2 days)

The multi-day program is designed to increase the leadership effectiveness of participants by providing tools and strategies to successfully meet complex challenges in NYS government. Participants will explore leadership principles and practices, examine their personal leadership strengths and development opportunities, and strengthen their business acumen, ability to lead others, lead change, drive results and build coalitions.

NYSLI Virtual Session 6 (1 day)

The multi-day program is designed to increase the leadership effectiveness of participants by providing tools and strategies to successfully meet complex challenges in NYS government. Participants will explore leadership principles and practices, examine their personal leadership strengths and development opportunities, and strengthen their business acumen, ability to lead others, lead change, drive results and build coalitions.

Obesity: Treatment across the Disciplines

This workshop is designed for all members of the healthcare team and discusses the roles each discipline can play in decreasing patient weight gain and assisting obese clients achieve safe weight loss. Risk assessment, risk factor modification, and weight management strategies will also be covered. Upon successful completion of this workshop 6 contact hours, or 0.6 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) will be awarded.

OMB Super Circular for DOS

This one day interactive workshop will provide participants an overview of the major changes coming in administering Federal money. The participant will walk away with a practical assessment of policies and procedures that may need to be modified in their respective agency to be in compliance with the upcoming changes. The workshop will cover the new rules and regulations and highlight changes from the current situation. Further, practical ways to address the new requirements will be discussed, as well as areas to take advantage of new opportunities to decrease red tape and increase efficiencies in the organizational operations. In addition to highlighting the upcoming changes, best practices for grant funded organizations will be reviewed and reinforced.

OMH Professional Writing Skills Program

This workshop series is comprised of five individual sessions that are designed to improve the writing and English composition skills for OMH professional staff by moving beyond grammar, punctuation and writing mechanics. The workshop will teach concrete ideas and include practical exercises and assignments in topics such as stages of the writing process, different forms of writing and different parts of the written product. Homework will be assigned for completion during work hours.

On Board Diagnostics Enforcement Training for DMV

This three-day workshop is designed to help motor vehicle investigators analyze data from On Board Diagnostic (OBD) tools for enforcement of the emissions program. Participants will be taught how to access data and determine fraudulent OBD testing in order to develop cases and present those cases before an administrative law judge in court. The workshop will include classroom discussion and hands on activities using vehicle scan tools and their various service modes.

Online Continuing Legal Education Workshops from NACLE

NACLE online workshops, which can be completed at your convenience, are for PEF and M/C attorneys who are interested in earning CLE credits. Hundreds of titles are available for registered participants to choose from. To ensure you see the full list of currently available courses, you may need to clear your cookie/cache history before you click this link: https://www.pswp.info/docs/naclepswpcourses.pdf.

Examples of available courses include: Ethics of Social Media: What Attorneys Need to Know (1.5 CLE Ethics Credits), Bias in the Legal Profession (1 CLE Diversity Credit), and Navigating Elder Law: Understanding Medicaid Eligibility (2 CLE General Credits). Affidavits are made available directly from NACLE upon request for credit and completion of the course. Upon completion of enrollment, participants will be provided with an instructional document and an email including course instructions and account details.

Opioid Use Disorder: What Every Clinician Needs to Know About One of the Most Dangerous and Lethal Drug Epidemics in American History (with CE hours) - Virtual

Drug driven brain change and physical dependence, coupled with a substance that perilously slows breathing and heart rate have created a deadly epidemic of unprecedented proportions. And many individuals with opioid use disorders have at least one co-occurring mental health problem that must be addressed in the effort to achieve and sustain recovery. Learning Objectives: The neuroscience behind the unique risks of opioid abuse; The signs – when pain management turns into addiction; Tailored strategies to overcome the barriers to opioid use disorder treatment; Psychotherapeutic approaches grounded in evidence-based modalities; Screening tools and treatment strategies for co-occurring disorders; Details on how Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) can be combined with psychotherapy. (3.5 CE hours for LMHC, LMFT, PSY, LCSW, LMSW. 3 CE hours for nurses. 3.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™ for Physicians)

Oppositional, Aggressive, Attention-Seeking & Uncooperative Children, Teens and Young Adults: High-Impact Strategies to Reduce Chronic Misbehavior (with CEUs)

In this workshop, participants will learn how to stop pre-delinquent clients’ manipulations such as victim playing, power struggling, denial, minimizing, defiance, evasive lying, excuse making, blaming, and justifying. Learn key strategies for “reading” misbehavior to uncover its underlying needs and motivations. Discover powerful techniques to divert and reduce hostility and revenge in oppositional, predatory, violent adolescents and young adults. Introduce presocial adaptive behaviors that develop conscience and satisfy their unmet needs that trigger misbehavior. (7.5 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and Licensed Mental Health Counselor continuing education units)

Oppositional, Defiant, and Disruptive Children and Adolescents: Non-medication Approaches to the Most Challenging Behaviors (with CEUs)

In this workshop, participants will gain an understanding of children and adolescents with ODD, ADHD, Asperger's, anxiety, mood and disruptive disorders provide constant challenges. Participants will learn new and effective non-medication strategies for your clients' most challenging behaviors including: tantrums, running out/away, noncompliance, refusing to work/help, bullying, lack of follow through, and not following directions. Walk away with immediate strategies for out of control behaviors and techniques for emotional regulation along with long-term treatment strategies. With case studies and action-oriented handouts, Participants will leave this seminar with solutions to turn your most challenging kids around. (7.5 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist continuing education units)

Oracle 10g Database Administration I

This five-day course is designed to give you a firm foundation in basic database administration. In this class, you'll learn how to install and maintain an Oracle database. You will gain a conceptual understanding of the Oracle database architecture and how its components work and interact with one another. You will also learn how to create an operational database and properly manage the various structures in an effective and efficient manner including performance monitoring, database security, user management, and backup/recovery techniques. The lesson topics are reinforced with structured hands-on practices. This course is designed to prepare you for the corresponding Oracle Certified Associate exam.

Oracle 11g Database Administration I

This five-day course is designed to give you a firm foundation in basic database administration. In this class, you'll learn how to install and maintain an Oracle database. You will gain a conceptual understanding of the Oracle database architecture and how its components work and interact with one another. You will also learn how to create an operational database and properly manage the various structures in an effective and efficient manner including performance monitoring, database security, user management, and backup/recovery techniques. The lesson topics are reinforced with structured hands-on practices. This course is designed to prepare you for the corresponding Oracle Certified Associate exam.

Oracle 11g Database Administration I Exam Review

This half-day workshop is for the Oracle 11g Certified Professional program participant in preparation for an Oracle 11g Database Administration I (DBAI) examination. This session will cover general DBAI concepts and principals, and will also cover specific topics and questions that participants need to review in order to successfully pass the DBAI exam. A combination of lecture, group discussion, and question/answer period will be used in this exam review workshop. Note: When delivered to a group of participants who have prior experience with this exam, no specific topics or questions regarding the exam will be permitted; only general concepts will be allowed for discussion.

Oracle 11g Intro to SQL

In this five-day course, students learn the concepts of relational databases. This course provides the essential SQL skills that allow developers to write queries against single and multiple tables, manipulate data in tables, and create database objects. Students learn to control privileges at the object and system level. This course covers creating indexes and constraints, and altering existing schema objects. Students also learn how to create and query external tables. Students learn to use the advanced features of SQL in order to query and manipulate data within the database, use the dictionary views to retrieve metadata, and create reports about their schema objects. Students also learn some of the date-time functions available in the Oracle Database. This course discusses how to use the regular expression support in SQL.

Oracle 11g Program with PL/SQL

This five-day course introduces students to PL/SQL and helps them understand the benefits of this powerful programming language. Students learn to create PL/SQL blocks of application code that can be shared by multiple forms, reports, and data management applications. Students learn to create anonymous PL/SQL blocks as well as stored procedures and functions. Students learn to develop, execute, and manage PL/SQL stored program units such as procedures, functions, packages, and database triggers. Students learn the basic functionality of how to debug functions and procedures using the SQL Developer Debugger. Students also learn to manage PL/SQL subprograms, triggers, declaring identifiers and trapping exceptions. Students are introduced to the utilization of some of the Oracle-supplied packages. Additionally students learn to use Dynamic SQL, understand design considerations when coding using PL/SQL, understand and influence the PL/SQL compiler, and manage dependencies.

Oracle 11g SQL Exam Review

This half-day workshop is for the Oracle 11g Certified Professional program participant in preparation for an Oracle SQL examination. This session will cover general SQL concepts and principals, and will also cover specific topics and questions that participants need to review in order to successfully pass the SQL exam. A combination of lecture, group discussion, and question/answer period will be used in this exam review workshop. Note: When delivered to a group of participants who have prior experience with this exam, no specific topics or questions regarding the exam will be permitted; only general concepts will be allowed for discussion.

Oracle 11g: Database Administration I Boot Camp

This three-day course will focus on the Oracle database architecture covered in the full 5-day Admin I workshop, and will serve as an in-depth Oracle Certified Associate examination preparation, as well. All components of exam preparation will be covered in this three-day, intensive boot camp workshop.

Oracle Database 11g: Administration Workshop II Release 2

This five-day course takes the database administrator beyond the basic tasks covered in DBAI. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of backup and recovery, concepts and architecture that support backup and recovery, along with the steps of how to carry it out in various ways and situations, including how to define and test your own backup and recovery scenarios. Participants will learn how to manage memory effectively and how to perform some performance evaluation and tuning tasks, including using some of the advisors. All types of flashback technologies, scheduling jobs inside and outside of the database, and controlling system resource usage are also covered.

Oracle Database 11g: New Features for Administrators

This five-day classroom course gives you the opportunity to learn about and practice with the new change management features and other key enhancements in Oracle Database 11g Release 1 and Release 2. Topics covered include the benefits and use of the new features in managing change, diagnosing and recovering from problems, ensuring high availability, improving scalability and performance, strengthening security, and several other areas of particular interest to database administrators. In addition, hands-on practice sessions help reinforce understanding of the new capabilities.

Oracle Policy Modeling for Policy Experts

This course provides many hands-on exercises with Oracle's leading policy automation and modeling product. It is highly recommended for anyone working with Policy Modeling, or collaborating with a Policy Automation project team. All team members that complete the course will understand the key concepts and terminology for Policy Automation projects. The course is aimed at a non-technical audience, with a basic working knowledge of Microsoft Word being the only recommended prior knowledge.

Oracle Policy Modeling: An Introduction

This Oracle Policy Automation training introduces you to the skills and tools for capturing, analyzing, publishing and maintaining business policies and regulations. Working hands-on, you'll learn how you can efficiently use this fast and accurate policy modeling, guidance and decision automation solution.

Orthometric Heighting with GPS

The seminar introduces the practice of orthometric heighting with Global Position System (GPS) receivers. Topics include a “taxonomy” of heights and heighting systems, the relevant parts of the GPS error budget, NGS-suggested guidelines of practice, and a large-scale example. This workshop is designed for land surveyors and other related titles. No prior knowledge about GPS positioning is required, but attendees who already use GPS surveying will be better prepared. Upon completion of this workshop, up to .6 Continuing Education Units (6 PDHs) will be awarded.

Palliative Care Across the Lifespan for SUNY Downstate

This workshop is designed for nurses working in an acute care setting. The workshop will explain palliative care, what it encompasses and the many issues involved with caring for a dying patient. Topics that will be covered include the disease processes of common terminal illnesses, symptom management, pain management, and nutrition. Ethical and legal issues, dealing with caregivers and bereavement will also be discussed. Upon successful completion of this workshop 6 contact hours, or 0.6 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) will be awarded.

Palliative Care in Community Settings

This workshop focuses on palliative care delivered in community settings. The workshop will provide an explanation of palliative care, what it encompasses, and issues involved with caring for a dying patient. The disease processes of common terminal illnesses, symptom management, pain management, and nutrition will also be covered, as well as ethical and legal issues, dealing with caregivers and bereavement. Upon successful completion of this workshop 6 contact hours, or 0.6 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) will be awarded.

Pentaho Data Integration for Database Developers

Five-day course providing foundational theory, best practices, design patterns, and hands on exercises utilizing Pentaho Data Integration to maximize the value of data to an organization. Course is designed for database developers and administrators.

Person Centered Planning, Mobility & Orientation Training

This hands-on interdisciplinary workshop series will provide OPWDD health care staff with tools and approaches that can be used to plan with a person, instead of for a person allowing them to support the needs, wants and growth of deaf-blind individuals . Workshop participants will learn standard orientation and mobility skills with adaptations specifically designed for consumers who are deaf-blind. The workshop will include an overview of the deaf-blind population, insight into deaf-blind culture and strategies for communication with the public, staff and peers. The workshop will also include information about augmentative and alternative communication including the use of tactile sign language, object schedules and pre-printed messages in Braille.

Personality Disorders: The Challenges of the Hidden Agenda (with CEUs)

In this workshop, participants will learn the essential characteristics of each of the personality disorders in DSM-5® for clinical assessment. Describe how transference and countertransference can affect clinical management and treatment outcomes. Explore the boundary traps inherent in each of the personality disorder relationships as it relates to clinical treatment. Learn tools to assess treatability and manage client’s suicidality, self-injurious behavior and violence with clinical strategies. Evaluate the efficacy of various treatment methods for personality disorders including DBT and CBT. (7.5 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist continuing education credits)

Pharmacology and Function - the Impact of Medication on Mobility and Movement for OPWDD

This workshop will provide participants with information on the impact of both prescription and non-prescription medications on movement and function and how to use this knowledge to make appropriate rehabilitative treatment plans. This session will provide participants with clinically useful strategies to answer questions about pharmacology in rehabilitation. Medications that are most likely to have an adverse or favorable effect on mobility or movement and client characteristics that increase the probability of an adverse drug event will be addressed. Upon successful completion of this workshop, 0.6 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) will be awarded.

Play Therapy Beyond the Basics: Adapting Play Therapy Techniques to Non-Traditional Settings for M/C Employees (with CEUs) - Virtual

This workshop is intended for those experienced in play therapy or have taken “Play Therapy: What is It and How Does it Work”. In this workshop, participants will go beyond the basic principles of play therapy to how play therapy can be utilized in different settings and challenging scenarios. Exploring how to keep the integrity of play therapy in tact while adapting to various settings will be reviewed, as well as a review of strategies and play therapy techniques that can be utilized when in non-traditional settings. Additionally, play therapy techniques for addressing challenging situations will be addressed, with an emphasis on building upon basic play therapy skills to assist in addressing core treatment issues with children, such as anxiety, trauma, aggression and affect dysregulation. (3 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and Licensed Mental Health Counselor continuing education units)

Play Therapy: What Is It and How Does it Work? for M/C Employees (with CEUs) - Virtual

In this workshop, participants will explore the myths of play therapy and outline the powerful impact engaging in a play therapy approach has with children and their families. The development of play therapy will be discussed, as well as intervention strategies, interpreting play, and how to handle unique situations that arise during play sessions. This workshop will help beginning and advanced practitioners in the field develop a greater understanding of what play therapy is, how to utilize it, and how to talk about it to families, as well as other providers. (3 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and Licensed Mental Health Counselor continuing education units)

Positive Psychology in Behavioral Health for M/C Employees (with CEUs) - Virtual

This workshop will explore what positive psychology has to offer behavioral health professionals. Through didactic presentation and small group and other experiential exercises, participants will learn a framework for working on their own and clients’ well-being and happiness. The presentation will explore the roots of positive psychology, describe the contributions that positive psychology has and can make to behavioral health practice, and touch on possible social justice implications of positive psychology approaches. Participants will be introduced to practical applications of positive psychology interventions for use across different clinical scenarios, and explore the interrelatedness of each on the others. Immediately useful for work with clients and application in systems of care, participants may also discover paths to their own improved happiness, as well. (3 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Psychologist continuing education units)

Post-Training Consultation

This post-training consultation will provide participants that attended the Instructional Design Certificate training the opportunity for coaching with the facilitator of the training. Participants will be able to provide curriculum they are working on to the facilitator for feedback. The coaching conversations will include up to twenty-five hours (one hour per participant). The coaching sessions can be set up either in two 30-minute time blocks or one 1-hour time block per participant.

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

This workshop explores post-traumatic stress in the context of child abuse, spousal abuse, captivity, and other traumas. Issues of empowerment/ disempowerment, isolation and connectedness, and dissociation, remembrance and mourning will be covered. The impact of victim trauma on the healer will also be discussed.

Poverty and the Brain (With CEUs)

This half-day workshop presents information on how the chronic stress of poverty can significantly affect the cognitive, social, and emotional development of children. Focuses on the effects of poverty on the developing brain along with specific research-based strategies to use in successfully working with clients living in poverty. This workshop will be highly interactive and will include lecture, videos, and group discussion. (3 SED-Approved Contact Hours for LCSW & LMSW)

Poverty and The Brain (with CEUs) for OTDA

The workshop will cover recent research that has shown how the chronic stress related to poverty can significantly affect cognitive, social, and emotional development. We will focus on how issues common in economically impoverished communities, such as community loss, childhood adversity, and interpersonal trauma, contribute to negative outcomes in youth and adults (i.e., poor physical and mental health, less education, greater chance of substance use disorders, etc.) that then also contribute to economic poverty. Strategies for engagement and intervention will be shared so that participants have the opportunity to translate theory and knowledge into practice. (3 approved Licensed Master Social Worker and Licensed Clinical Social Worker continuing education credits)

Poverty and the Brain: An Experiential Workshop for Understanding and Addressing Its Effect on Children and Youth (with CEUs)

This interactive workshop will help participants understand how poverty affects the brains of our children and youth. Discuss the challenges professionals face in understanding why children and youth in poverty behave in a certain way, why they are not using worksheets or other tools given to them, why they have challenges following instructions, and how to help them succeed in the face of on-going poverty. Content primarily addresses children and youth, though it is also applicable to adults. (6 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and Licensed Creative Arts Therapist continuing education credits)

Power BI - Virtual

This four-session (each 3 hours in length) highly interactive virtual workshop on the Power Business Intelligence (BI) platform will provide staff with the tools needed for aggregating, analyzing, visualizing, and sharing complex data in report form. Participants will learn best practices through multiple hands-on activities using the Power Query and Power BI applications. Additionally, participants will learn to find content in dashboards and reports, pull, view and export data from dashboards and reports, and collaborate by using dashboard commenting. Note: Participants must have MS Power BI Desktop installed on the computer they will use to attend this workshops.

Practical Applications in Business Analysis for IT Professionals

One-day, hands-on course covering key practices in business analysis for IT professionals. Course focuses on common scenarios that participants encounter. Topics include fundamentals like project definition and ‘path to a solution’ problem solving framework.

Practice Skills for Working with LGBTQ Youth in Foster Care (with CEUs)

In this workshop, participants will learn how to facilitate the development of skills for affirming practice with child welfare involved LGBTQ youth, with particular attention to transgender and nonbinary youth of color. Presenters’ own research with LGBTQ youth will be shared and strength-based practice strategies for creating heightened safety, affirmation and permanency will be introduced and practiced. (6 approved Licensed Master Social Work, Licensed Clinical Social Work, and Licensed Mental Health Counselor continuing education credits)

Practicing at the Intersections: Trauma and Transgender Identity (with CE hours) - Virtual

This workshop focuses on clinical practice for clinicians working with transgender people who have trauma experiences in their histories and/or whose understanding of their gender has coincided with a trauma experience. Approaches are based on foundations of gender-affirming care and will include conducting a trauma-informed assessment, discussing adverse experiences with clients and other providers, and exploring potential physical and emotional impacts of trauma experiences with clients. For the best experience, participants should already be familiar with general concepts related to gender identity, trauma, and foundations of gender-affirming care. (3 approved Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Psychologist continuing education hours)

Preparing Technical Writing for a Non-Technical Audience for DEC - Virtual

This four session (3-hours per session) virtual workshop assists NYS technical, environmental, and engineering employees in producing written material in the workplace for non-technical internal and external audiences. This workshop will focus on how the purpose and audience affect both the content and the format of the text and how to present complex technical information more simply. Planning and organizing emails, letters, reports, and other writing formats will be practiced. Participants will review grammatical fundamentals, such as sentence structure and ordering. Additionally, participants will devise strategies for communicating technical content to both non-technical externals stakeholders (the public) and members of different departments and/or leadership.

Preparing Written Communication for Executives

This full day (6 hours in length) workshop will provide participants with techniques for improving written communications to executive management, including strategies for preparing high level communications in a clear, concise, grammatically correct (including sentence structure) format. The use of persuasive writing skills such as diplomacy, tact, and appropriate level of detail when communicating with executives and leadership will also be covered. This workshop is designed for employees who regularly communicate with executive leadership in written form. This workshop will be interactive, where participants will have the opportunity to practice writing techniques taught and receive feedback from the instructor or another subject matter expert. This workshop will include a focus on the importance of proofreading communications to avoid typos and basic grammatical errors.

Preparing Written Communication for Executives

This workshop will provide participants with techniques for improving written communications to executive management, including strategies for preparing high level communications in a clear, concise, grammatically correct (including sentence structure) format. The use of persuasive writing skills such as diplomacy, tact, and appropriate level of detail when communicating with executives and leadership will also be covered. The workshop is designed for employees who regularly communicate with executive leadership in written form, and will be interactive, where participants will have the opportunity to practice writing the techniques taught and receive feedback from the instructor. A focus on the importance of proofreading communications to avoid typos and basic grammatical errors will also be included.

Preparing Written Communication for Executives - Virtual

This two-session (each 3 hours in length) virtual workshop will provide participants with techniques for improving written communications to executive management, including strategies for preparing high level communications in a clear, concise, grammatically correct (including sentence structure) format. The use of persuasive writing skills such as diplomacy, tact, and appropriate level of detail when communicating with executives and leadership will also be covered. This workshop is designed for employees who regularly communicate with executive leadership in written form. This workshop will be interactive, where participants will have the opportunity to practice writing the techniques taught and receive feedback from the instructor. This workshop will include a focus on the importance of proofreading communications to avoid typos and basic grammatical errors.

Preparing Written Communication for Executives for GOER M/C Employees - Virtual

This two-session (each 3 hours in length) virtual workshop will provide participants with techniques for improving written communications to executive management, including strategies for preparing high level communications in a clear, concise, grammatically correct (including sentence structure) format. The use of persuasive writing skills such as diplomacy, tact, and appropriate level of detail when communicating with executives and leadership will also be covered. This workshop is designed for employees who regularly communicate with executive leadership in written form. This workshop will be interactive, where participants will have the opportunity to practice writing the techniques taught and receive feedback from the instructor. This workshop will include a focus on the importance of proofreading communications to avoid typos and basic grammatical errors.

Preparing Written Communication for Executives for M/C Employees - Virtual

This two-session (each 3 hours in length) virtual workshop will provide participants with techniques for improving written communications to executive management, including strategies for preparing high level communications in a clear, concise, grammatically correct (including sentence structure) format. The use of persuasive writing skills such as diplomacy, tact, and appropriate level of detail when communicating with executives and leadership will also be covered. This workshop is designed for employees who regularly communicate with executive leadership in written form. This workshop will be interactive, where participants will have the opportunity to practice writing the techniques taught and receive feedback from the instructor. This workshop will include a focus on the importance of proofreading communications to avoid typos and basic grammatical errors.

Preparing Written Communication for Executives for OASAS

This full-day (6 hours in length) workshop will provide participants with techniques for improving written communications to executive management, including strategies for preparing high-level communications in a clear, concise, grammatically correct (including sentence structure) format. The use of persuasive writing skills such as diplomacy, tact, and appropriate level of detail when communicating with executives and leadership will also be covered. This workshop is designed for employees who regularly communicate with executive leadership in written form. This workshop will be interactive, where participants will have the opportunity to practice writing techniques taught and receive feedback from the instructor or another subject matter expert. This workshop will include a focus on the importance of proofreading communications to avoid typos and basic grammatical errors.

Preparing Written Communication for Executives for OPWDD - Virtual

This two-session (each 3 hours in length) virtual workshop will provide participants with techniques for improving written communications to executive management, including strategies for preparing high level communications in a clear, concise, grammatically correct (including sentence structure) format. The use of persuasive writing skills such as diplomacy, tact, and appropriate level of detail when communicating with executives and leadership will also be covered. This workshop is designed for employees who regularly communicate with executive leadership in written form. This workshop will be interactive, where participants will have the opportunity to practice writing the techniques taught and receive feedback from the instructor. This workshop will include a focus on the importance of proofreading communications to avoid typos and basic grammatical errors.

Prescriptive Play Therapy for Treating Childhood Trauma (with CEUs)

In this workshop you will be introduced to the ways in which clinicians can integrate play and expressive arts therapies into trauma focused treatment. The program will draw upon theory, current research, and case vignettes. You will participate in experiential activities for further understanding of best practice and developmentally appropriate intervention. You will gain an understanding of the biopsychosocial impact of trauma and the robust power of play and trauma focused therapy in healing the wounds of trauma and creating pathways toward resilience. (6 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist continuing education units)

Presentation Skills for Non-native English Speakers

This two-day workshop is designed to help non-native English speakers master techniques for adjusting accent and non-verbal cues particular to an ethnic background. It explores the fundamentals of presentation skills and delivery techniques, and through exercises and practice sessions, participants learn how to manage the fear of public speaking and how best to present a message.

Preventing Compassion Fatigue for Health Care Professionals (with CE hours) - Virtual

This workshop will discuss how stress impacts the mind and body, how to recognize signs and symptoms of compassion fatigue, stress management techniques, and self-care strategies. The workshop will also cover ways to balance your role as a healthcare professional. (6 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor continuing education contact hours)

Principles of Investigative Techniques - Virtual

This four session (3-hours per session) virtual workshop provides employees with an introduction to the investigation process for purposes of fact-finding and information gathering in regards to compliance, violations, fraud, and abuse. The course covers four main topics: investigative interviewing, note taking, preparing investigative reports, and testifying. The course examines techniques for interviewing various subjects including: complainants, witnesses, victims, and employees. Additionally, participants will learn how to prepare for and conduct investigative interviews, strategies for detecting deception, when and how to take notes, how to prepare investigation reports using interview notes, and how to present testimony based on the investigation process. The workshop relies on interaction between the instructor and participants with case studies and practical exercises.

Principles of Investigative Techniques for DOT

This two-day workshop provides employees with an introduction to the investigation process for purposes of fact-finding and information gathering in regards to compliance, violations, fraud, and abuse. The course covers four main topics: investigative interviewing, note taking, preparing investigative reports, and testifying. The course examines techniques for interviewing various subjects including: complainants, witnesses, victims, and employees. Additionally, participants will learn how to prepare for and conduct investigative interviews, strategies for detecting deception, when and how to take notes, how to prepare investigation reports using interview notes, and how to present testimony based on the investigation process. The workshop relies on interaction between the instructor and participants with case studies and practical exercises.

Principles of Investigative Techniques for M/C Employees -Virtual

This four session (3-hours per session) virtual workshop provides employees with an introduction to the investigation process for purposes of fact-finding and information gathering in regards to compliance, violations, fraud, and abuse. The course covers four main topics: investigative interviewing, note taking, preparing investigative reports, and testifying. The course examines techniques for interviewing various subjects including: complainants, witnesses, victims, and employees. Additionally, participants will learn how to prepare for and conduct investigative interviews, strategies for detecting deception, when and how to take notes, how to prepare investigation reports using interview notes, and how to present testimony based on the investigation process. The workshop relies on interaction between the instructor and participants with case studies and practical exercises.

Professional Ethics for Accountants and Auditors (with CPEs)

This workshop will discuss the general guidelines for the professional conduct of accountants and auditors in state government. The workshop will discuss the code of ethics in professional associations as stated in the American Institute of CPA’s (AICPA) for Certified Public Accountants and the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) for Certified Internal Auditors, as well as examples of ethical issues which specifically confront government accountants and auditors. Upon completion of this workshop, up to 6 Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credits in Ethics will be awarded to requesting participants.

Professional Ethics for Land Surveyors and Engineers

This half-day workshop will discuss general ethical guidelines for the professional conduct of land surveyors and engineers. The workshop will discuss codes of ethics from professional associations such as the National Society of Professional Surveyors and the American Society of Civil Engineers. Participants will review case studies and engage in group discussions. Upon completion of this workshop, 2.75 ethics PDHs will be awarded. No continuing education credits will be awarded for partial attendance

Professional Examination Report Writing for DFS

This workshop provides examiners (Bank, Consumer, and Insurance) with the skills to produce clear and objective examination reports. Participants will learn how to organize information (facts, conclusions, inferences, and judgements) from examinations into reports that are understandable and objective to the reader. This workshop will assist examiners in developing properly written and supported examination findings.

Professional Examination Report Writing for DFS - Virtual

This virtual workshop provides examiners (Bank, Consumer, and Insurance) with the skills to produce clear and objective examination reports. Participants will learn how to organize information (facts, conclusions, inferences, and judgements) from examinations into reports that are understandable and objective to the reader. This workshop will assist examiners in developing properly written and supported examination findings.

Professional Presentation Delivery Skills

This workshop is designed for individuals who speak at or moderate meetings, deliver presentations, or participate in panel discussions. Participants will explore the guidelines for crafting and making effective presentations, the importance and role of the speaker, and how to manage nervousness associated with speaking in public. Topics include the organization and development of a presentation, an analysis of voice and diction skills, audience interaction, awareness of body language, effective listening, use of visual aids, and the role of humor.

Professional Presentation Delivery Skills for DPS

This workshop is for those who speak at or moderate meetings, deliver presentations, or participate in panel discussions. Participants learn how to organize and develop effective presentations, and how to manage nervousness when speaking in public.

Professional Presentation Delivery Skills for Non-Native English Speakers

This workshop is designed for non-native English speakers who speak at or moderate meetings, deliver presentations, or participate in panel discussions. Participants will explore the guidelines for crafting and making effective presentations, the importance and role of the speaker, and how to manage nervousness associated with speaking in public. Topics include the organization and development of a presentation, an analysis of voice and diction skills, audience interaction, awareness of body language, effective listening, use of visual aids, and the role of humor.

Professional Presentation Delivery Skills for Tax and Finance

This workshop is designed for staff from the Dept. of Tax and Finance who speak at or moderate meetings, deliver presentations, or participate in panel discussions. Participants will explore the guidelines for crafting and making effective presentations, the importance and role of the speaker, and how to manage nervousness associated with speaking in public. Topics include the organization and development of a presentation, an analysis of voice and diction skills, audience interaction, awareness of body language, effective listening, use of visual aids, and the role of humor.

Professional Presentation Skills

This workshop is designed for individuals who speak at or moderate meetings, deliver presentations, or participate in panel discussions. Participants will explore the guidelines for crafting and making effective presentations, the importance and role of the speaker, and how to manage nervousness associated with speaking in public. Topics include the organization and development of a presentation, an analysis of voice and diction skills, audience interaction, awareness of body language, effective listening, use of visual aids, and the role of humor.

Professional Presentation Skills for DOCCS

This workshop is designed for individuals who speak at or moderate meetings, deliver presentations, or participate in panel discussions. Participants will explore the guidelines for crafting and making effective presentations, the importance and role of the speaker, and how to manage nervousness associated with speaking in public. Topics include the organization and development of a presentation, an analysis of voice and diction skills, audience interaction, awareness of body language, effective listening, use of visual aids, and the role of humor.

Professional Writing for Technical and Engineering Professionals

This two-day workshop will assist engineers and technical professionals in producing written materials in the workplace for non-technical internal and external audiences. The workshop covers how to plan and organize technical writing. Participants will review grammatical fundamentals and strategies for communicating technical content to non-technical readers. Participants will learn how to present complex technical information more simply.

Professional Writing for Technical and Engineering Professionals - Virtual

This four-session (each 3 hours in length) virtual workshop will assist engineers and technical professionals in producing written materials in the workplace for non-technical internal and external audiences. The workshop covers how to plan and organize technical writing. Participants will review grammatical fundamentals and strategies for communicating technical content to non-technical readers. Participants will learn how to present complex technical information more simply.

Professional Writing for Technical Professionals for ITS

This workshop will assist technical professionals in producing written material in the workplace for non-technical internal and external audiences. The workshop covers how to plan and organize emails, letters, memoranda, and other writing formats. Participants will review grammatical fundamentals and strategies for communicating technical content to non-technical readers. Participants will learn how to simply present complex technical information.

Professional Writing for Workforce Development Professionals

This workshop provides an advanced discussion of writing skills which includes using appropriate language for the audience; common mistakes; clarity and concision; and revision practices. After this one-day workshop, participants will submit a final piece of writing which will be critiqued by the instructor. A follow up phone and/or email discussion of the work will be provided, as well. NOTE: Professional Writing: Mechanics (Online) is a prerequisite for this course.

Professional Writing: Composition

This full day (6 hours in length) workshop provides an overview of essential writing skills that include developing and organizing ideas, choosing a focus for writing, and using appropriate language for the audience. Participants will focus on writing skills within the context of the larger writing process, approaching a writing task from pre-writing through revisions. Writing tone, style, and technique will also be addressed.

Professional Writing: Composition - Virtual

This two-session (each 3 hours in length) virtual workshop provides an overview of essential writing skills that include developing and organizing ideas, choosing a focus for writing, and using appropriate language for the audience. Participants will focus on writing skills within the context of the larger writing process, approaching a writing task from pre-writing through revisions. Writing tone, style, and technique will also be addressed.

Professional Writing: Composition – Virtual for OMH

This two-session (each 3 hours in length) virtual workshop provides an overview of essential writing skills that include developing and organizing ideas, choosing a focus for writing, and using appropriate language for the audience. Participants will focus on writing skills within the context of the larger writing process, approaching a writing task from pre-writing through revisions. Writing tone, style, and technique will also be addressed.

Professional Writing: Composition for M/C Employees

This workshop provides an overview of essential writing skills that include developing and organizing ideas, choosing a focus for writing, and using appropriate language for the audience. Participants will focus on writing skills within the context of the larger writing process, approaching a writing task from pre-writing through revisions. Writing tone, style, and technique will also be addressed.

Professional Writing: Composition for M/C Employees - Virtual

This two-session (each 3 hours in length) virtual workshop provides an overview of essential writing skills that include developing and organizing ideas, choosing a focus for writing, and using appropriate language for the audience. Participants will focus on writing skills within the context of the larger writing process, approaching a writing task from pre-writing through revisions. Writing tone, style, and technique will also be addressed.

Professional Writing: Composition for Non-Native English Speakers

This workshop provides participants with an overview of essential writing skills that include developing and organizing ideas, choosing a focus for writing, and using appropriate language for the audience. Participants will focus on writing skills within the context of the larger writing process, approaching a writing task from pre-writing through revisions. Writing tone, style, and technique will also be addressed and the barriers to clear writing in the English language by non-native English speakers.

Professional Writing: Composition for Non-Native English Speakers - Virtual

This two-session (each 3 hours in length) virtual workshop provides participants with an overview of essential writing skills that include developing and organizing ideas, choosing a focus for writing, and using appropriate language for the audience. Participants will focus on writing skills within the context of the larger writing process, approaching a writing task from pre-writing through revisions. Writing tone, style, and technique will also be addressed and the barriers to clear writing in the English language by non-native English speakers.

Professional Writing: Composition for NYSED M/C Employees - Virtual

This 2 session (each 3 hours in length) virtual workshop provides an overview of essential writing skills that include developing and organizing ideas, choosing a focus for writing, and using appropriate language for the audience. Participants will focus on writing skills within the context of the larger writing process, approaching a writing task from pre-writing through revisions. Writing tone, style, and technique will also be addressed.

Professional Writing: Composition for OCFS

This workshop provides an overview of essential writing skills that includes developing and organizing ideas, choosing a focus for writing, and using appropriate language for the audience. Participants will focus on writing skills within the context of the larger writing process, approaching a writing task from pre-writing through revisions. Writing tone, style, and technique will also be addressed.

Professional Writing: Mechanics

This full day (6 hours in length) workshop provides participants with a review of the mechanics of writing including word choice and sentence structure. The workshop includes a review of the parts of speech, phrases and clauses, and the use of modifiers. Participants will also review the rules of punctuation. Participants must complete the NYS GOER Writing Mechanics (Online) course component prior to attending the virtual portion of this workshop.

Professional Writing: Mechanics - Virtual

This two-session (each 3 hours in length) virtual workshop provides participants with a review of the mechanics of writing including word choice and sentence structure. The workshop includes a review of the parts of speech, phrases and clauses, and the use of modifiers. Participants will also review the rules of punctuation. Participants must complete the NYS GOER Writing Mechanics (Online) course component prior to attending the virtual portion of this workshop.

Professional Writing: Mechanics (Half-Day)

This 1/2 day workshop provides participants with a continuation of the review of the mechanics of writing that began in the Writing Mechanics (Online) workshop. The workshop includes a review of the parts of speech, phrases and clauses, and the use of modifiers. Participants will also review the rules of punctuation. Writing Mechanics (Online) is a prerequisite for this workshop.

Professional Writing: Mechanics for M/C Employees

This workshop provides participants with a review of the mechanics of writing including word choice and sentence structure. The workshop includes a review of the parts of speech, phrases and clauses, and the use of modifiers. Participants will also review the rules of punctuation. Participants must complete the NYS GOER Writing Mechanics (Online) course component prior to attending the classroom portion of this workshop.

Professional Writing: Mechanics for M/C Employees - Virtual

This two-session (each 3 hours in length) virtual workshop provides participants with a review of the mechanics of writing including word choice and sentence structure. The workshop includes a review of the parts of speech, phrases and clauses, and the use of modifiers. Participants will also review the rules of punctuation. Participants must complete the NYS GOER Writing Mechanics (Online) course component prior to attending the virtual portion of this workshop.

Professional Writing: Mechanics for Non-Native English Speakers

This workshop provides participants with a review of the mechanics of writing including word choice and sentence structure. The workshop includes a review of the parts of speech, phrases and clauses, and the use of modifiers. Participants will also review the rules of punctuation. This workshop focuses on the basics of grammar and writing mechanics and the barriers to clear writing in the English language by non-native English speakers.

Professional Writing: Mechanics for Non-Native English Speakers - Virtual

This two-session (each 3 hours in length) virtual workshop provides non-native English-speaking participants with a review of the mechanics of writing. Strategies for improving written communication in a clear, concise, and grammatically correct format. Workshop topics include parts of speech, sentence structure, phrases and clauses, the use of modifiers, rules of punctuation, and proofreading effectively.

Professional Writing: Mechanics for NYSED M/C Employees - Virtual

This 2 session (each 3 hours in length) virtual workshop provides participants with a review of the mechanics of writing including word choice and sentence structure. The workshop includes a review of the parts of speech, phrases and clauses, and the use of modifiers. Participants will also review the rules of punctuation. Participants must complete the NYS GOER Writing Mechanics (Online) course component prior to attending the virtual portion of this workshop.

Professional Writing: Mechanics for OCFS

This workshop provides participants with a review of the mechanics of writing including word choice and sentence structure. The workshop includes a review of the parts of speech, phrases and clauses, and the use of modifiers. Participants will also review the rules of punctuation.

Professional Writing: Reports

This workshop focuses on the role of business reports, how to structure and organize a report, and the purpose and design of status and progress reports. Participants will learn the proper construction and utilization of business charts, graphs, tables, and graphics.

Professional Writing: Reports for OCFS

This workshop focuses on the role of business reports, how to structure and organize a report, and the purpose and design of status and progress reports. Participants will learn the proper construction and utilization of business charts, graphs, tables, and graphics.

Programming with ASP.NET

This five-day workshop provides an intensive architectural overview of ASP.NET as a Web Development environment. It focuses on the Architecture of the System.Web namespace, and discusses how to efficiently use .NET to produce an enterprise web presence. We will be using Visual Studio .NET 2010.

Project Management Basics - Virtual

This two-session (each 3 hours in length) virtual workshop will provide an overview of project management basics for those with no knowledge or experience in project management methodologies. The workshop will include fundamentals of defining and getting buy-in for a project, setting project goals, creating a statement of work, project risks, planning project tasks, executing the project and closing the project.

Project Management Capstone (w/PDUs) - Virtual

This workshop is based on the Project Management Institute (PMI) framework and PMI Talent Triangle skill areas of Ways of Working, Power Skills, and Business Acumen. The Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK) edition 6 (where still relevant) and edition 7 will be utilized to instruct on the PMI framework of five project management life cycle phases and ten knowledge areas. Optional assignments may be assigned between sessions to enhance learning. Upon completion of this workshop 21 Professional Development Units (PDU) will be awarded.

Project Management for Civil Service

This workshop will provide an overview of project management basics for those with no knowledge or experience in project management methodologies. The workshop will include fundamentals of selling a project, setting project goals, creating a statement of work, project risks, planning project tasks, executing the project and closing the project.

Project Management for Engineering Professionals - Virtual

This four-session (each 3 hours in length) virtual workshop will develop and formalize basic project management skills in leaders on engineering project teams who may already be managing projects. Topics included are an overview of the engineering project lifecycle, PMI’s project management basics, PM roles and responsibilities, overview of project schedules including estimating techniques, dependencies and critical path, establishing project baselines, project status reporting, and project closure.

Project Management for Engineering Professionals for DOT (w/PDHs) - Virtual

This four-session (each 3-hours in length) virtual workshop will develop and formalize basic project management skills in leaders on engineering project teams who may already be managing projects. Topics included are an overview of the engineering project lifecycle, PMI’s project management basics, PM roles and responsibilities, overview of project schedules including estimating techniques, dependencies and critical path, establishing project baselines, project status reporting, and project closure. The vendor will use relevant transportation projects that will be provided by DOT in exercises and homework assignments.

Project Management for IT Professionals - Virtual

This four-session (each 3 hours in length) virtual workshop will develop and formalize basic project management skills in leaders on IT project teams who may already be managing projects. Topics included are an overview of the project lifecycle, PMI’s project management basics, PM roles and responsibilities, overview of project schedules including estimating techniques, dependencies and critical path, establishing project baselines, project status reporting and project closure.

Project Management for IT Professionals (w/PDUs)

This two day workshop will utilize the Project Management Institute (PMI) framework to develop and formalize basic project management skills in leaders on IT project teams who may already be managing projects. Topics include an overview of the PMI Project Management Lifecycle, Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC), PM roles and responsibilities, overview of project schedules including estimating techniques, dependencies and critical path, establishing project baselines, project status reporting and project closure. Upon completion of this workshop 14 Professional Development Units (PDU) will be awarded.

Project Management for IT Professionals (w/PDUs) - Virtual

This four session (3-hours 45 minutes per session) virtual workshop will utilize the Project Management Institute (PMI) framework to develop and formalize basic project management skills in leaders on IT project teams who may already be managing projects. Topics include an overview of the PMI Project Management Lifecycle, Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC), PM roles and responsibilities, overview of project schedules including estimating techniques, dependencies and critical path, establishing project baselines, project status reporting and project closure. Optional assignment may be given between to enhance learning. Upon completion of this workshop 14 Professional Development Units (PDU) will be awarded.

Project Management for ITS

This two-day workshop will develop and formalize basic project management skills in leaders on project teams who may already be managing projects. Topics included are an overview of the project lifecycle, PMI’s project management basics, PM roles and responsibilities, overview of project schedules including estimating techniques, dependencies and critical path, establishing project baselines, project status reporting and project closure.

Project Management Fundamentals (w/PDUs)

This workshop will provide an overview of project management utilizing the Project Management Institute (PMI) framework for those with limited knowledge or experience in project management methodologies. The workshop will include fundamentals of defining and getting buy-in for a project, setting project goals, creating a statement of work, project risks, planning project tasks, executing the project, and closing the project. Upon completion of this workshop 7 Professional Development Units (PDU) will be awarded.

Project Management Fundamentals (w/PDUs) - Virtual

This two-session virtual workshop will provide an overview of project management utilizing the Project Management Institute (PMI) framework for those with limited knowledge or experience in project management methodologies. The workshop will include fundamentals of defining and getting buy-in for a project, setting project goals, creating a statement of work, project risks, planning project tasks, executing the project, and closing the project. Optional assignment may be given between sessions to enhance learning. Upon completion of this workshop 7 Professional Development Units (PDU) will be awarded.

Project Management Intermediate (w/PDUs)

This workshop is intended for participants who have already learned the fundamentals of project management and are now ready to explore further best practices utilizing the Project Management Institute (PMI) framework and an organizational Project Life Cycle (PLC) methodology. Participants should have either taken the Project Management Fundamentals workshop or have commensurate Project Management fundamentals experience. A brief review of the Originating, Initiating, and Planning phases of Project Management is included at the start of the workshop. Upon completion of this workshop 7 Professional Development Units (PDU) will be awarded.1

Project Management Intermediate (w/PDUs) - Virtual

This two-session virtual workshop is intended for participants who have already learned the fundamentals of project management and are now ready to explore further best practices utilizing the Project Management Institute (PMI) framework and an organizational Project Life Cycle (PLC) methodology. Participants should have either taken the Project Management Fundamentals workshop or have commensurate Project Management fundamentals experience. A brief review of the Originating, Initiating, and Planning phases of Project Management is included at the start of the workshop. Optional assignment may be given between sessions to enhance learning. Upon completion of this workshop 7 Professional Development Units (PDU) will be awarded.

Project Portfolio Management (PPM) in New York State

This workshop will cover PPM, the centralized management of processes, methods and technologies used by project managers and project management offices (PMOs) to analyze and collectively manage current or proposed projects based on numerous key characteristics. Participants will learn how use PPM strategies in a public sector setting to determine the optimal resource mix for delivery and to schedule activities that best achieve an agency’s or unit’s operational goals, while considering constraints imposed by stakeholders, strategic objectives and real-world external factors.

Promoting Change & Growth in Adults & Teens through Motivational Interviewing: An Evidence-Based Treatment Approach (with CEUs)

This full-day skill-building workshop provides mental health professionals with an introduction to the principles, practices and applications of Motivational Interviewing. Based on the latest clinical and research findings, the presentation teaches key principles and strategies of this evidence-based, client-centered approach for working with individuals challenged by substance use and mental health disorders, and engaging them in discussing and setting goals for positive behavioral change. Participants are provided with valuable insights and opportunities to understand and practice tools for engaging adults and teens, and for helping them commit to change, with application to a wide range of problem-focused behaviors, including substance and process addictions, medication compliance, and high risk or self-harm behaviors. (6 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist continuing education units)

Promoting Positive Behaviors: Cultivating a School-Wide Climate of Change for Student Success (with CE hours) - Virtual

Assessing Challenging Behaviors with Functional Behavioral Assessments is Part I of the Promoting Positive Behaviors: Cultivating a School-Wide Climate of Change for Student Success IV Part Series. Throughout this course, participants will develop an in-depth understanding of assessing for challenging behaviors in children using the Functional Behavioral Assessment (FBA) process. In addition, participants will develop effective strategies for data collection and forming hypothesis statements. (Note, while this is part of a 4-part series, people can take individual workshops without needing the prior workshops.) (3 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Psychologist continuing education contact hours)

Pronunciation Power: Asian Primary Language Origin

This four session workshop is for participants whose primary language origin is Asian. Through exercises and practice sessions, workshop participants will learn how to improve pronunciation using appropriate intonation, word stress and other strategies. Each two-hour session will provide participants with the necessary skills and tools to be more competent, confident and effective oral communicators in their work assignments with colleagues and external customers. This workshop is structured as four two-hour sessions. Participants are required to attend all four sessions and to complete homework assignments between sessions.

Pronunciation Skills for Non-native English Speakers

This workshop will be presented in two ½ day sessions. It is designed to help non–native English speakers to master techniques for adjusting accent and non-verbal cues particular to an ethnic background. Through exercises and practice sessions, workshop participants will learn how to improve pronunciation using appropriate intonation, word stress and other strategies. Each ½ day session will provide participants with elementary skills to better communicate in diverse settings.

Psychological Assessment for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities for OPWDD (Videoconference)

This half-day workshop is delivered through videoconferencing and provides an overview of the tools and techniques available to clinicians faced with the diagnostic challenge of working with individuals with Moderate, Severe, and Profound intellectual impairments and co-occurring mental illness. Specific instruments and strategies for assessing behavioral and psychiatric disorders will be presented and discussed.

Psychopharmacology Update for OMH

This half-day workshop explores the neurobiological basis of mental disorders and the impact of psychotropic medications. Psychopharmacological therapeutic approaches as well as newer medications for neurological disorders will be discussed.

Psychopharmacology Update for OMH (with CEUs)

This half-day workshop explores the neurobiological basis of mental disorders and the impact of psychotropic medications. Psychopharmacological therapeutic approaches as well as newer medications for neurological disorders will be discussed. Upon successful completion of this workshop, 0.3 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) will be awarded.

Psychotropic Medications Update for DOCCS

This workshop for health care professionals explores diagnoses and treatments requiring the use of psychotropic medications. Therapeutic dosages and administration of these medications will be described, as well as the potential for their abuse in clinical and non-clinical settings. Also to be discussed are possible drug interactions. Upon successful completion of this workshop 6 contact hours, or 0.6 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) will be awarded.

Public Involvement in Decision Making for DOT

This two-day workshop deals the public's involvement in the decision-making process. Successful public involvement means addressing the public's procedural, psychological, and substantive needs. Participants in this workshop will learn about and practice the many aspects of decision making involving the public. Topics to be covered include identifying stakeholders, developing public involvement plans, interviewing and surveying techniques, and the use of information technology in the public decision-making process. The content of this workshop, including case studies, deals specifically with transportation and engineering projects.

Public Sector Budget Development

This workshop provides an overview of analytical techniques and tools to consider when developing a public sector budget, which include cost benefit analysis, revenue forecasting, and outcome-oriented budgeting techniques.

Public Speaking

This workshop focuses on the skills needed to give a successful presentation including: controlling tension, understanding your audience, and using decisive language.

Public Speaking Skills for Non-native English Speakers

This workshop will be presented in two ½ day sessions. It is designed to help non–native English speakers with fundamental presentation skills and delivery techniques. Through exercises and practice sessions, workshop participants will learn how to manage the fear of public speaking and how to best present a message. Each ½ day session will provide participants with elementary skills to better communicate when speaking in a group setting.

Quantitative Research Design Train-the-Trainer

This is a 3-day Train-the-Trainer workshop to prepare participants with limited data analysis and quantitative research design experience to train a 1-day Quantitative Research Design workshop to NYS Employees. Day 1 will be comprised of the actual 1-day workshop that participants will receive, and will cover the following content: research design, graphical representation, and basic numeric descriptive statistics. Excel 2007 will be used as the tool to accomplish this. Days 2 and 3 will cover the details and in-depth understanding of ideas that trainers will need in order to be fully prepared to deliver the technical aspects of the content. Participants will be provided with a PowerPoint presentation to be used in their future training, as well as a Facilitator’s Guide to assist them in their delivery. A Participant’s Guide will also be provided for prospective workshop participants.

R and R Studio

This four-day course provides hands-on experience for learning R language basics and engages students in programming in this open-source language for statistical computing. This course is for those new to R or who have limited programming experience or those who would like a refresher. The course will include the foundations – introduce R installation and loading data into it – and continue with data manipulation, visualization, and implementation of standard statistical functions. By the end of the course, participants will be able to find relevant R resources (packages), read R code, and write your code to visualize and analyze your data.

Racing ACEs: Addressing Adverse Childhood Experiences, Racism, and Historical Trauma to Build Community Resilience (with CEUs)

This workshop offers a whole person/whole community approach to addressing adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) that includes impacts of racism, historical trauma, and community violence. Participants will learn about ACEs and related social determinants of health tied to experiences of racism, learn to assess racism, historical trauma, social and community violence when assessing clients. Identify the implications for treatment planning, program development, and increasing community engagement. Learn to apply the “four quadrants” for a whole person/whole community ACE Response and identify new cross-sector partnership opportunities in addressing ACEs and other traumas in individuals, families, communities, and policies. (3 approved Licensed Master Social Work, Licensed Clinical Social Work, and Licensed Mental Health Counselor continuing education credits).

Recognizing and Managing Intrinsic and Extrinsic Counselor Bias for M/C Employees (with CEUs) - Virtual

In this training, participants will learn strategies to recognize their own biases, gain a greater understanding of how biases can impact the counseling process, and techniques to manage negative preconceived notions. (6 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist continuing education units)

Relias eLearning (with CEUs)

Using online technology Relias seeks to improve the lives of the most vulnerable members of society and those who care for them by providing the professionals working with them relevant and timely learning experiences. Relias’s intuitive user interface makes learning engaging and enjoyable. (approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Physical Therapist, Occupation Therapist, Dietitian, Registered Nurse, and Speech-Language Pathologist continuing education units)

Resiliency – Integrating Resiliency Skills in Psychotherapy (with CEUs)

In this workshop, participants will gain knowledge and understanding of resiliency, how to incorporate resiliency building skills in the psychotherapy process to deepen the work and how to use psychotherapy to strengthen our client's sense of resiliency. (6 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and Licensed Creative Arts Therapist continuing education credits)

Resiliency Building and Post-Traumatic Growth (with CE hours) - Virtual

Resiliency is a key factor in human growth and development and an especially important factor in trauma treatment leading to post traumatic growth. This workshop will address recent knowledge and understanding of resiliency and post traumatic growth, and how to incorporate resiliency building skills in the psychotherapy process to deepen the work and support our client's sense of post traumatic growth. (2.5 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Creative Arts Therapist, Psychoanalysts, and Psychologist continuing education contact hours)

Respectful Communication in the Workplace (Virtual Classroom) Pilot

This four session (9 hours total over two days) virtual pilot training is intended to certify trainer to teach the RCW-V class. RCW-V is a virtual classroom training, delivered in three sessions. This virtual training, will provide participants with tools and techniques for improving communication in the workplace. This class utilizes case studies, small group discussions, and listening skill-building activities.

Respectful Communications in the Workplace

This one-day course includes: * Various aspects of respectful communication * Listening concepts & impact on being respectful * Respectful behaviors through similarities and differences

Respectful Communications in the Workplace Train-the-Trainer (SLMS: OER _RCW_TTT)

In this two-day TTT, participants will learn the instructor role in delivering the Respectful Communications in the Workplace. After completion of the TTT and delivering a successful teach-back, participants will become certified to deliver the course. The one-day RCW course includes: * Various aspects of respectful communication * Listening concepts & impact on being respectful * Respectful behaviors through similarities and differences

Respectful Communications in the Workplace_Virtual Classroom

This course includes: * Various aspects of respectful communication * Listening concepts & impact on being respectful * Respectful behaviors through similarities and differences.

Respectful Interactions for OPWDD

This half-day workshop is for primary caregivers for individuals with disabilities that, while in their care, may exhibit behavior that is considered socially unacceptable, rude, hurtful, or put the individual or those around him or her in danger. The workshop will focus on how to help staff handle these behaviors in ways that promote respect, safety, growth, and their relationship with the individual. Utilizing small and large group interactive activities, staff will be introduced to the DETER method, a method which promotes depersonalizing, empathizing, tone, engaging, and referring.

Responding Constructively to Challenging Workplace Behaviors for OPWDD

This half-day workshop provides participants with skills on how to react and respond to difficult situations, understand motivations behind what may be perceived as negative behavior, recognize their own communication style, and cope with conflict. Role playing and other hands-on techniques designed to develop these skills will be practiced.

Responding to Challenging Behavior in a Correctional Setting

This ½ day workshop is designed for professional staff who work in a correctional setting, including health care, education, security, probation, parole, transportation, and training settings. It provides participants with a variety of techniques for preventing, interpreting, and responding to challenging behavior. Workshop participants will apply behavioral support principles to actual situations through discussion, observation, and role-playing. This workshop will be of great interest to staff working in secure settings, as well as others who handle challenging behavior on a regular basis

Responding to Challenging Behavior in a Correctional Setting for DOCCS (with CEUs)

This workshop is designed for professional staff who work in a correctional setting. Participants will learn a variety of techniques for preventing, interpreting, and responding to challenging behavior. Participants will learn to incorporate trauma-informed perspectives into understanding challenging behaviors and apply trauma-informed and team-based principles to actual situations through discussion, observation, and role-playing. (4.5 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and Licensed Mental Health Counselor continuing education units)

Responding to Challenging Student Behavior

This workshop is designed to provide classroom teachers with a variety of techniques for preventing, interpreting and responding to challenging student behavior. Workshop participants will apply behavioral support principles to actual teaching situations through discussion, observation, and role-playing. The workshop will be of great interest to staff working in secure settings and others who deal with challenging student behavior.

Responding to Challenging Student Behavior for OCFS

This workshop is designed for teachers and vocational instructors in the Office of Children and Family Services. It provides classroom teachers with a variety of techniques for preventing, interpreting and responding to challenging student behavior. Workshop participants will apply behavioral support principles to actual teaching situations through discussion, observation, and role-playing. This workshop will be of great interest to staff working in secure settings and others who deal with challenging student behavior.

Responding to Medical Emergencies for DOCCS

This workshop is designed for healthcare professionals working in correctional settings. This workshop will discuss how to respond to medical emergencies such as cuts or lacerations due to stabbing; fractures; chest pain; stroke; acute respiratory distress; psychosis; and suicide attempts. The workshop will emphasize the setting of priorities, prompt clinical decision-making, care pathways, and the need for timely diagnostics. Upon successful completion of this workshop 6 contact hours, or 0.6 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) will be awarded.

Rewire the Anxious Brain: Neuroscience-Informed Treatment of Anxiety, Panic and Worry for M/C Employees (with CEUs) - Virtual

In this workshop, participants will lean keys for successful anxiety treatment. Gain an understanding on brain-based strategies for calming the anxious mind with client communication techniques that motivate change in clients. Lean tools and techniques to: identify and treat the roots of anxiety in both the amygdala and the cortex, explain “the language of the amygdala” in an accessible, straight forward way, identify how the cortex contributes to anxiety, and empower clients with strategies to resist anxiety-igniting cognitions. (7.5 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Psychologist continuing education units)

Rewire the Anxious Brain: Neuroscience-Informed Treatment of Anxiety, Panic and Worry for M/C Employees (with CEUs) - Virtual

In this workshop, participants will learn keys for successful anxiety treatment; gain an understanding on brain-based strategies for calming the anxious mind with client communication techniques that motivate change in clients; and learn tools and techniques to: identify and treat the roots of anxiety in both the amygdala and the cortex, explain “the language of the amygdala” in an accessible, straight forward way, identify how the cortex contributes to anxiety, and empower clients with strategies to resist anxiety-igniting cognitions. (7.5 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist continuing education units)

Risk Assessment and Risk Manageability of Individuals with Developmental Disabilities Who Offend Sexually

This two-day workshop focuses on the latest research on successfully supporting individuals with ID/DD in community residential settings. The workshop will include training on the use of the ARMIDILO-S dynamic risk management tool as a guide for treatment planning, risk manageability, supervision reduction and transition issues from institution settings to community.

Root Cause Analysis

This workshop provides an in-depth look at Root Cause Analysis. It provides a comprehensive review of the analytical and investigative processes used to determine causative factors, and the development and application of interventions/approaches that will eliminate and/or manage the factors necessary to prevent occurrences and reoccurrences. To facilitate system implementation, participants will have the opportunity to discuss issues of concern, and practice the components of the Root Cause Analysis process and promote problem resolution.

Ruptures and Repairs – Using Attachment Theory to Inform Clinical Social Work Practice (With CEUs)

The purpose of this workshop will be to expose intermediate and advanced practitioners to attachment theory. Participants will learn key concepts of the theory, apply these concepts to practice situations, analyze how practitioner and client experiences of privilege and oppression intersect with attachment theory’s application in practice and begin to form strategies to promote client change using the theory. By the end of the workshop, participants will be able to use attachment theory to guide techniques to promote client change. (3 SED-Approved Contact Hours for LCSW & LMSW)

SAP BusinessObjects: Web Intelligence Advanced Report Design

One-day advanced workshop on Web Intelligence report design. Participants will learn techniques such as combined queries and sub-queries, character and date string functions, hyperlink functionality, and calculation contexts.

SAP BusinessObjects: Web Intelligence Report Design

Two-day workshop on Web Intelligence report design. Topics include Interactive Analysis core functions and documents with queries, designing Interactive Analysis reports, and enhancing data presentation in reports

Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT) (with CEUs)

In this interactive workshop, participants will review the “nuts and bolts” of SBIRT, evidence-based screening tools, how to conduct a brief intervention that can reduce risky substance use consumption and facilitate referrals to treatment services. (6 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist continuing education units)

Seeking Safety for OMH

This workshop will provide participants an opportunity to learn about this evidence-based, present-focused counseling model to help people attain safety from trauma and/or substance abuse. It is an extremely safe model as it directly addresses both trauma and addiction, but without requiring clients to delve into the trauma narrative (the detailed account of disturbing trauma memories), thus making it relevant to a very broad range of clients and easy to implement.

Sensory Processing in Everyday Life: An effective tool for supporting people with developmental disabilities

This workshop is designed for health care professionals working with people with developmental disabilities. The workshop will provide participants with an understanding of sensory processing patterns and how they can affect a person’s ability to manage everyday tasks. Topics to be discussed include sensory processing concepts, self-regulation strategies, and how to harness a person’s strengths to support participation in everyday life. Participants will learn how interpret the meaning of behaviors in context from a sensory processing point of view so they can plan contextually relevant interventions that support individuals in their daily routines .

Serving Those Who Have Served - Military Cultural Competency

One-day workshop on military cultural competency. Participants will learn about military structure, culture and cycles of deployment. Topics will include risk factors, reintegration, and invisible wounds. Suicide and suicide prevention also covered.

Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity (SOGI) Affirming Mental Health Care (with CE hours) - Virtual

The workshop will focus on increasing participant knowledge and building capacity to understand diverse identities and experiences. Participants will learn common identity-related language. With a focus on adolescent or young adult identity development we will focus on the social and environmental experiences LGBTQAI+ adolescents face (i.e., navigating peer and family relationships, and socio-cultural-political messages, etc.) and the implications these experiences have on their health and wellbeing. Lastly we will look at professional organizations’ (i.e., NASW, APA) guidelines pertaining to the professional and ethical mandate to support and respect SOGI diversity. Section content will present and examine various components of offering affirming care to LGBTQAI+ adolescents. (3 approved Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Psychologist continuing education hours)

Sexuality and the Intellectually Disabled for OPWDD

This workshop is designed for OMRDD clinicians who work with individuals with intellectual disabilities. The workshop will explore the challenges associated with developing positive sexuality and will assist clinicians in understanding: what constitutes a typical sexual development; strategies that promote healthy sexuality in individuals with intellectual disabilities; and non-aversive behavior interventions aimed at addressing risk factors within this population.

Sleep Positioning: Assessing Consumers with Multiple Disabilities for Optimal Sleep Positioning for OPWDD

This workshop is designed for physical and occupational therapists who work with individuals with multiple disabilities and discusses sleep positioning as a vital component to the overall 24-hour postural management and care for individuals with severe motor impairment. The workshop covers nighttime positioning, screening, intervention options, and evaluation. A hands-on practicum allowing participants to assess individuals for nighttime positioning needs, conduct a history, perform a mat exam and work with wedges is also included. Upon course approval from RESNA, 6 contact hours, or 0.6 Continuing Education Units (CEUs), will be awarded for successful completion of this course.

SLMS Primary Administrator Training

In this one and one-half day class, participants will explore the administrative functions performed by primary administrators in SLMS and will complete hands-on practice activities. An Administrator Request Form must be submitted to the SLMS Help Desk prior to enrollment. This class is conducted in a computer lab.

Social Emotional Development and Resiliency (with CE hours) - Virtual

Over the last several years, research has tied both emotional intelligence and resiliency to healthy youth development. Skills such as critical thinking, positive relationship building, effective problem solving, and empathy aid in navigating life’s challenges. In this training we will explore the tenets of social/emotional development, the regulation of affect, and resiliency qualities which promote positive development. 6 approved Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and Licensed Master Social Worker continuing education hours.

Solution-Focused Clinical Supervision (with CE hours) - Virtual

This one-day workshop (two virtual sessions) explores the solution-focused (SF) approach to clinical supervision in the mental health care setting. Participants will learn the foundations of effective SF supervision and how this strengths-based approach can foster growth and independence within supervisees. They will examine the differences between traditional forms of supervisory practice and SF approaches. The workshop will provide techniques and best practices for integrating an SF approach in the supervisory relationship. 6 approved Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Master Social Worker, and Licensed Psychologist continuing education hours.

Sourcing in the Public Sector

This course provides the participant with a comprehensive overview of the sourcing process within the public sector. Essential elements, including pre-sourcing planning, needs assessment, specifications, scope of work, deliverables, procurement strategies, value analysis, and internal control processes, are explored. Determining the appropriate sourcing method, preparing the relevant sourcing invitation document, managing the acquisition process, evaluation of response submissions, and contract awards will also be covered. In addition, the course will examine trends, technology developments, and the effects of both on the processes. Practical examples, discussion, group exercises and case studies will be used throughout the course. 24 contact hours via the National Institute of Government Purchasing.

Spanish for Health Care Professionals: Beyond the Basics - Virtual

This two-session (3-hours per session) virtual workshop is for healthcare professionals who would like to build on basic knowledge of the use of Spanish in a healthcare setting. The workshop will include a review of the Spanish alphabet, pronunciation, salutations and polite expressions. Workshop participants will learn relevant nouns, regular and reflexive verbs, and health terminology. The workshop will include patient-provider role plays and discussions on cross-cultural communication and the use of interpreters. Previous attendance at the Basic Spanish for Health Care Professionals workshop is recommended.

Spanish for Health Care Professionals: Beyond the Basics for OMH

This one-day workshop is for healthcare professionals who would like to build on basic knowledge of the use of Spanish in a healthcare setting. The workshop will include a review of the Spanish alphabet, pronunciation, salutations and polite expressions. Workshop participants will learn relevant nouns, regular and reflexive verbs, and health terminology. The workshop will include patient-provider role plays and discussions on cross-cultural communication and the use of interpreters. Previous attendance at the Basic Spanish for Health Care Professionals workshop is recommended.

Spanish for the Psychiatric Hospital and Correctional Setting

This four-day workshop is designed for OMH health care professionals who work with Spanish speaking clients. The objective of this workshop is to teach basic Spanish to health care professionals with limited (or no prior) Spanish knowledge. This will assist them when interviewing, examining and treating Spanish-speaking clients. Participants will learn common Spanish phrases to use when interviewing a patient, getting a personal history, and determining current health status and chief complaint. Emphasis will be on communication for emergencies. Ways to overcome language communication barriers and cultural competency will also be discussed.

Spirituality and Social Work

This workshop provides an evidence-based practice framework for the clarification of the participants’ values, provides opportunities for the continuing acquisition of knowledge of diverse spiritual traditions, and encourages the development of spiritually-sensitive practice interventions. (3 SED-Approved Contact Hours for LCSW & LMSW)

Structured Query Language (SQL) Advanced

This workshop goes beyond the basics of SQL to modify the information contained in databases that is usable by report writers, web sites or other mediums. Lectures and exercises will focus on extracting and manipulating information from databases through SQL. The workshop assumes that users have a basic understanding of relational database concepts.

Structured Query Language (SQL) Advanced – Virtual

This two-session (each 3 hours in length) virtual workshop goes beyond the basics of SQL to modify the information contained in databases that is usable by report writers, web sites or other mediums. Lectures and exercises will focus on extracting and manipulating information from databases through SQL. The workshop assumes that users have a basic understanding of statement structure and relational database concepts. Completion of the SQL Basics course or strong SQL foundation is recommended Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio will be used, and the workshop will be delivered virtually using Zoom. Each participant is required to participate in both sessions.

Structured Query Language (SQL) Advanced for DFS - Virtual

This two-session (each 3 hours in length) virtual workshop goes beyond the basics of SQL to modify the information contained in databases that is usable by report writers, web sites or other mediums. Lectures and exercises will focus on extracting and manipulating information from databases through SQL. The workshop assumes that users have a basic understanding of statement structure and relational database concepts. Completion of the SQL Basics course or strong SQL foundation is recommended. DFS data will be used throughout the course. Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio will be used, and the workshop will be delivered virtually using Zoom. Each participant is required to participate in both sessions.

Structured Query Language (SQL) Advanced for ITS

This workshop goes beyond the basics of SQL to modify the information contained in databases based on user input from interactive web sites. Lectures and exercises will focus on extracting and manipulating information from databases through SQL. The workshop assumes that users have a basic familiarity with web and web application development, and a basic understanding of relational database concepts.

Structured Query Language (SQL) Basics

This workshop will cover the basics of SQL to effectively transform information contained in databases into information that is usable by report writers, web sites or other mediums. Lectures and exercises will focus on extracting and manipulating information from databases through SQL. The workshop assumes that users have a basic understanding of relational database concepts.

Structured Query Language (SQL) Basics – Virtual

This two-session (each 3 hours in length) virtual workshop will cover the basics of SQL to effectively transform information contained in databases into information that is usable by report writers, web sites or other mediums. Lectures and exercises will focus on extracting and manipulating information from databases through SQL. The workshop assumes that users have a basic understanding of relational database concepts. Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio will be used and the workshop will be delivered virtually using Zoom. Each participant is required to participate in both sessions.

Structured Query Language (SQL) Basics for DFS – Virtual

This two-session (each 3 hours in length) virtual workshop will cover the basics of SQL to effectively transform information contained in databases into information that is usable by report writers, web sites or other mediums. Lectures and exercises will focus on extracting and manipulating information from databases through SQL. DSF data will be used throughout the course. The workshop assumes that users have a basic understanding of relational database concepts. Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio will be used, and the workshop will be delivered virtually using Zoom. Each participant is required to participate in both sessions.

Structured Query Language (SQL) Basics for ITS

This workshop will cover the basics of SQL to effectively transform information contained in databases into information that is usable by report writers, web sites or other mediums. Lectures and exercises will focus on extracting and manipulating information from databases through SQL. The workshop assumes that users have a basic understanding of relational database concepts.

Structured Query Language (SQL) Basics for M/C Employees – Virtual

This two-session (each 3 hours in length) virtual workshop will cover the basics of SQL to effectively transform information contained in databases into information that is usable by report writers, web sites or other mediums. Lectures and exercises will focus on extracting and manipulating information from databases through SQL. The workshop assumes that users have a basic understanding of relational database concepts. Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio will be used, and the workshop will be delivered virtually using Zoom. Each participant is required to participate in both sessions.

Structured Query Language (SQL) Basics for OMH

This workshop will cover the basics of SQL to effectively transform information contained in databases into information that is usable by report writers, web sites or other mediums. Lectures and exercises will focus on extracting and manipulating information from databases through SQL. The workshop assumes that users have a basic understanding of relational database concepts.

Structured Query Language (SQL) Basics for OMIG

This workshop will cover the basics of SQL to effectively transform information contained in databases into information that is usable by report writers, web sites or other mediums. Lectures and exercises will focus on extracting and manipulating information from databases through SQL. The workshop assumes that users have a basic understanding of relational database concepts.

Structured Query Language (SQL) Basics for Tax & Finance

This workshop will cover the basics of SQL to effectively transform information contained in databases into information that is usable by report writers, web sites or other mediums. Lectures and exercises will focus on extracting and manipulating information from databases through SQL. The workshop assumes that users have a basic understanding of relational database concepts.

Substance Abuse and Aging (with CEUs)

This workshop raises awareness of substance abuse and the elderly. Through discussion participants will increase their knowledge of the issue, learn to assess the problem, and develop strategies for intervention. (6 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist continuing education units)

Successful Supervision in a Remote Environment (Virtual Classroom) Trainer Certification

This three session (6.75 hours total) virtual certification training is intended to certify trainer to teach the SSRE virtual class. In SSRE, participants will learn best practices in remote supervision and management and strategies to ensure that teams are cohesive and productive. Participants will identify and practice the skills needed to overcome challenges and help teams meet their goals successfully. Topics • Identifying tools needed for successful remote supervision • Establishing trust and strong communication • Maintaining ongoing trust and communication Identifying and overcoming common challenges in remote supervision

Successful Supervision in a Remote Environment for GOER

In this two session (5.5 hours total) virtual training, participants will learn best practices in remote supervision and management and strategies to ensure that teams are cohesive and productive. Participants will identify and practice the skills needed to overcome challenges and help teams meet their goals successfully. Topics • Identifying tools needed for successful remote supervision • Establishing trust and strong communication • Maintaining ongoing trust and communication Identifying and overcoming common challenges in remote supervision

Successful Supervision in a Remote Environment Pilot

This three session (6 hours total) virtual pilot training is intended to certify trainer to teach the SSRE virtual class. In SSRE, participants will learn best practices in remote supervision and management and strategies to ensure that teams are cohesive and productive. Participants will identify and practice the skills needed to overcome challenges and help teams meet their goals successfully. Topics • Identifying tools needed for successful remote supervision • Establishing trust and strong communication • Maintaining ongoing trust and communication • Identifying and overcoming common challenges in remote supervision

Successful Supervision in a Remote Environment_Virtual Classroom

This two session, virtual classroom training will provide best practices for successfully supervising offsite employees. This knowledge will help supervisors avoid problems, and ensure their teams are cohesive, productive, and able to meet their goals. Participants who successfully complete this course will be awarded 0.4 IACET CEUs (4.2 contact hours).

Suicide & Self-Harm: Stopping the Pain (with CEUs)

This workshop will provide psychotherapeutic strategies and supports tailored to achieve positive treatment outcomes in those with opioid use disorder, options for combining Medication Assisted Treatment with psychotherapeutic approaches and fully integrated treatment plans for opioid use disorders and co-occurring mental health disorders. (7.5 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist continuing education credits)

Supervising Direct Service Providers for Nurses (with Nursing CE Hours) - Virtual

This workshop is geared toward nurses who supervise direct care staff in a variety of settings. Topics covered include building respectful and supportive relationships with direct caregivers, best practices for the training and supervision of direct caregivers, and proper delegation and oversight of tasks, including medication administration, to assistive personnel. This nursing continuing professional development activity will be submitted to the Northeast Multistate Division Education Unit, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation for up to 6 Continuing Nursing Education Credits. Nursing Continuing Education Hours will be awarded by Barbara Cohen, PhD, JD, PMHNP-BC, RN, FNYAM.

Supplier Relationship Management for NYS Procurement Professionals

This course covers the segmentation approach to Supplier Relationship Management. It addresses the following learning objectives: Discuss the levels of SRM; Describe the segmentation approaches to strategies, values, risks, and tactics; Explain the single most critical aspect of supplier relationship management: continuity of supply; Describe how SRM is a systematic approach to reduce risk and improve value; Provide discussions of need to recognize and quantify the continuity of goods and services from external suppliers in an extended supply chain; and Identify key characteristics of the environment, underlying management concepts and strategies, and examples of innovative approaches to managing and measuring the supplier base.

System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM) for Tax & Finance

This five-day course provides students with the knowledge and skills to plan, deploy, and manage Configuration Manager 2007. The course focuses on planning and deploying sites and clients, configuring software distribution, deploying operating systems, and managing software updates. The use of remote tools and managing mobile devices will also be covered.

Tableau Basics - Virtual

This four-session (each 3 hours in length) workshop will equip participants with the skills necessary to elevate their data analysis and visualizations. Starting with the fundamentals of exploring, connecting to, and transforming data in Tableau, participants will progress to creating beautiful visualizations, using parameters, calculations, and building dashboards. Participants will also gain an understanding of how dashboards operate and what data structures support Tableau. Additionally, participants will dive deeper into Tableau with table calculations and learn how to share a data story effectively. By the end of this course, participants will have the tools to create impactful visualizations and compelling narratives from their data.

Tapping Into Your Best – When Your Best is Needed for OPWDD

How do we stay positive when things are getting tough? This workshop will look at how to reenergize at work even when feeling overwhelmed. Using humor and reflection, the workshop will examine three essential lessons for obtaining success. In addition, the workshop will discuss strategies for building passion, reducing stress, and skills needed to meet today’s challenges. Other topics include: civility, conscience and collaboration.

Technical Writing for IT Professionals

This workshop will assist IT professionals in producing written material in the workplace for the non-technical internal and external audience. The workshop covers how to plan and organize IT related materials into emails, letters, memoranda, and other writing formats. Participants will review grammatical fundamentals and strategies for communicating technical content to non-technical readers. Participants will learn how to simply present complex technical information.

Technical Writing for IT Professionals - Virtual

This four-session (each 3 hours in length) virtual workshop will assist IT professionals in producing written material in the workplace for the non-technical internal and external audience. The workshop covers how to plan and organize IT related materials into emails, letters, memoranda, and other writing formats. Participants will review grammatical fundamentals and strategies for communicating technical content to non-technical readers. Participants will learn how to simply present complex technical information.

Telephone Triage

This workshop is designed for registered nurses working for the Office for People with Developmental Disabilities. This workshop will discuss the RN’s role in telephone triage and identify related standards of care. Workshop participants will learn how to conduct a meaningful interview and patient assessment by phone. In addition, participants will learn how to utilize protocols appropriately, document interaction, and identify areas of legal risk and how to avoid them. Upon successful completion of this workshop 7.5 contact hours, or 0.75 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) will be awarded. This continuing nursing education activity was approved by Arkansas Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s COA.

Telephone Triage for OPWDD (Videoconference)

This workshop is designed for registered nurses working for the Office for People with Developmental Disabilities. This workshop will discuss the RN’s role in telephone triage and identify related standards of care. Workshop participants will learn how to conduct a meaningful interview and patient assessment by phone. In addition, participants will learn how to utilize protocols appropriately, document interaction, and identify areas of legal risk and how to avoid them.

Testifying at Administrative Hearings for Auditors for OMIG and DFS

This workshop is designed for auditors who provide factual and expert testimony regarding audit findings during Administrative Hearings. Topics include the difference between standard and opinion testimony, preparation with the trial attorney, and the most effective methods for delivering testimony in court. Case studies specific to auditors testifying in administrative hearings will be presented.

Testifying at Administrative Hearings for OMIG

This workshop is designed for individuals who provide factual and expert testimony during Administrative Hearings. Topics include the difference between standard and opinion testimony, preparation with the trial attorney, and the most effective methods for delivering testimony in court. Case studies specific to Office of Medicaid Inspector General will be included.

Testifying at Administrative Hearings for OMIG and Insurance

This workshop is designed for individuals who provide factual and expert testimony during Administrative Hearings. Topics include the difference between standard and opinion testimony, preparation with the trial attorney, and the most effective methods for delivering testimony in court. Case studies specific to Office of Medicaid Inspector General and Insurance Department will be included.

Testifying at Administrative Hearings for OMIG for Auditors

This workshop is designed for auditors who provide factual and expert testimony regarding audit findings during Administrative Hearings. Topics include the difference between standard and opinion testimony, preparation with the trial attorney, and the most effective methods for delivering testimony in court. Case studies specific to Office of Medicaid Inspector General with specificity towards the specific needs and concerns of auditors.

The Aging Brain: Assessments, Treatments and Interventions for Alzheimer’s Disease and Other Dementias (with CEUs)

This workshop will assist participants to effectively understand and intervene with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias that affect your geriatric patients. Identify the cognitive implications of the aging process in general, its effects on individual patients, and the pathological changes and functional manifestations specific to Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. Walk away with the tools necessary to differentiate the diagnostic criteria for various types of dementias seen in older adults, including Alzheimer’s disease, Vascular Dementia, Parkinson’s disease, Fronto-Temporal Dementia and Lewy Body Dementia. (7.5 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist continuing education credits)

The Challenge of Treating Complex PTSD: What to Do When Things Get Messy and Uncomfortable (with CEUs)

In this workshop, participants will explore practical in-session techniques to assess client’s motivation and build a therapeutic collaboration with each client. A framework to help participants recognize what is happening when things heat up and get intense. (6 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and Licensed Creative Arts Therapist continuing education credits)

The Challenge of Working with Individuals with Personality Disorders (with CEUs)

In this workshop, participants will define and identify personality disorders. Learn how to recognize personality disorders, identify treatment options, and recognize frequent co-occurring disorders. (6 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist continuing education units)

The Complex Neuroscience of Conscious Control (Essential Neuroscience for the 21st Century Clinician Series) (with CE hours) - Virtual

This conference will advance the knowledge base of each attendee concerning some of the most important key scientists and clinicians advancing our understandings in this area of practice, and learn how to apply their key concepts in an easy to follow, practical way to improve client outcomes. While each day will provide a self-contained cohesive and complete learning experience, knowledge from each day will accumulate to provide a more complete picture of how to approach 21st Century practice more effectively through the use of neuroscience based knowledge. To improve application of learning, attendees will examine and discuss numerous clinical scenarios. Participants will: 1. Describe the work of the Essential Neuroscientists Addressing Executive Control 2. Identify the Relationship between Affective Material and Conscious Control 3. Apply the Neuroscience of Conscious Control to Use of Self in Practice 4. Utilize the Neuroscience of Conscious Control to Inform High-level Psychoeducation to Clients 5. Identify the Uses of Neuroscience of Conscious Control to Inform Choice of Clinical Approaches 6. Apply the Neuroscience of Conscious Control to Cognitive Approaches to Treatment (5 approved Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Master Social Worker, and Licensed Mental Health Counselor continuing education hours)

The Forensic Mental Health Professional: An Overview of Responsibilities, Regulations, and Issues (with CEUs)

This workshop will provide an overview of NYS Criminal Procedure Laws 730 and 330.20 statues that govern the processes by which individuals who have committed a crime while presenting with symptoms of mental illness move from incarceration to community treatment. This workshop will also assist workers in using an interdisciplinary approach in writing the forensic mental health report. (6 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and Licensed Mental Health Counselor continuing education units)

The Immediate and Ongoing Consequences of Bullying (with CEUs)

In this workshop, you will learn what the most important consequences for children, adolescents, and adults are. What should we look for to identify children involved in bullying? What is the impact seen in adults and in adult relationships because of childhood bullying? (2 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist continuing education units)

The Impact of Mental Illness and Suicide on the Family Unit (with CEUs) - Virtual

In this virtual workshop, participants will examine such content areas as family system dynamics and coping strategies, bridging “gaps” within the unit itself, and mutual support techniques. (6 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist continuing education units)

The Magic of Therapeutic Attachment: Advanced Strategies for the Therapist’s Use of Self (with CEUs)

This workshop will present and demonstrate numerous advanced skills for mental health professionals of all levels. Participants will identify specific techniques to sustain attunement and to utilize it to continuously empower their clients. Current research also indicates that the treatment relationship can pose risks to the therapist such as: emotional contamination, compassion fatigue, vicarious traumatization, and burnout. This class will examine specific methods of self-care to reduce these risks to the provider. Strategies and skills covered will be demonstrated and applied to case examples shared by class participants. (6 approved Licensed Master Social Work, Licensed Clinical Social Work, and Licensed Mental Health Counselor continuing education credits).

The Missing Stage of Grief: Clinical Strategies to Overcome Anxiety in the Wake of Loss (with CEUs)

In this workshop, participants will learn practical techniques, skills and tools needed to take your practice beyond Kübler-Ross’ five stages and help clients process their grief on a deeper level, manage their anxiety, find relief, and reclaim their lives. Step-by-step guidance will fully prepare you to employ a combination of cognitive behavioral therapy, deep grief processing, and meditation techniques to help clients unpack their fears about mortality, better bare vulnerability, and get their anxiety under control so they can come to terms with their losses. (7.5 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist continuing education units)

The Most Essential Concepts for the Neuroscience-informed Clinician (Essential Neuroscience for the 21st Century Clinician Series) (with CE hours) - Virtual

This conference will advance the knowledge base of each attendee concerning some of the most important key scientists and clinicians advancing our understandings in this area of practice. Learn how to apply their key concepts in an easy to follow, practical way to improve client outcomes. While each day will provide a self-contained cohesive and complete learning experience, knowledge from each day will accumulate to provide a more complete picture of how to approach 21st Century practice more effectively through the use of neuroscience based knowledge. To improve application of learning, attendees will examine and discuss numerous clinical scenarios. Participants will: 1. Demonstrate knowledge of the Ethical and Clinical Reasons for Integrating Neuroscience into Your Practice 2. Describe the Roadmap from Current Practice to Neuroscience-informed Practice 3. Apply the Core Vocabulary of 21st Century Neuroscience 4. Apply the Key Concepts of 21st Century Neuroscience in their clinical practice 5. Integrate 21st Century Neuroscience and the Nature, Nurture, Environment Question 6. Describe 21st Century Case Conceptualization Incorporating Neuroscience (5 approved Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Master Social Worker, and Licensed Mental Health Counselor continuing education hours)

The Opioid Epidemic and Mental Health: Addressing the Issue through a Social Work Framework and Life Course Perspective (with CEUs)

In this interactive workshop, participants will learn the background of the issue, original research on opioids and mental health across the lifespan, and evidence-based recommendations for social work practitioners. (3 approved Licensed Master Social Work, Licensed Clinical Social Work, and Licensed Mental Health Counselor continuing education credits)

The Other Dual Diagnosis: ID/DD and Mental Health Challenges (with CEUs)

This presentation is geared towards professionals who work in a variety of settings and who desire to gain a better understanding of the bio/psycho/social needs, genetic phenotypes, psychiatric presentation and related treatment implications for individuals with ID/DD. A combination of evidence based, historical and case study examples will be used to debunk long standing myths and stereotypes and to provide practical tips and strategies for engaging, working with and treating individuals diagnosed with ID/DD via use of strategies rooted in CBT, DBT, ABA and trauma informed approaches. Consideration for cultural implications and ethical concerns will also be incorporated into this training. (3 approved Licensed Master Social Work, Licensed Clinical Social Work, and Licensed Mental Health Counselor continuing education credits).

The Sarbanes-Oxley Act for Auditors

This workshop will cover the Sarbanes-Oxley Act and its impact on New York State employees. It will provide a review of key provisions of the act, including the scope of the term "issuer" (public companies whose stock is traded on an exchange, or "Over-The-Counter"); strengthening of audit committees; improper influence on audits; internal financial controls; code of ethics; Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Chief Financial Officer (CFO) certification of disclosure; other disclosure enhancements, such as off-balance sheet transactions; substantive transactional provisions, such as forfeiture by an issuer's CEO and CFO of any bonuses, or incentive compensation; accurate, complete, and timely determination of materiality and disclosure obligations; fair representation of financial condition and results; high quality audit and review of public company financial statements; preventing conflict of interest; and proper retention of audit documents and records.

The Shame Spiral: Release Shame and Cultivate Healthy Attachment in Clients with Anxiety, Trauma, Depression and Relational Difficulties (with CEUs)

In this workshop, participants will learn how to help clients end avoidance, face their shame, and rewrite their story of dysfunctional self-worth and condemnation into one of compassionate acceptance. (7.5 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist continuing education units)

The Standards for Internal Auditing

This one-day workshop is designed for Internal Auditors and will help improve auditing skills by following the most widely-accepted, world-wide standards for the practice of internal auditing. The International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF) is the conceptual framework that organizes authoritative guidance promulgated by The Institute of Internal Auditors. IPPF guidance includes mandatory and strongly recommended guidance. The workshop covers the entire IPPF, with particular focus on the new and changed standards which become effective January 1, 2011. The code of ethics, definition of internal auditing, and standards are reviewed in detail. The strongly recommended guidance in position papers, practice advisories, and practice guides is reviewed at a high level. Upon completion of this workshop, participants will receive 8 Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credits.

The Unique Nature of Opioid Use Disorders: Neuroscience, Co-Occurring Disorders, and Treatment Approaches (with CEUs)

This workshop will provide psychotherapeutic strategies and supports tailored to achieve positive treatment outcomes in those with opioid use disorder, options for combining Medication Assisted Treatment with psychotherapeutic approaches and fully integrated treatment plans for opioid use disorders and co-occurring mental health disorders. (7.5 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist continuing education credits)

Theory and Practice of Motivational Interviewing (with CEUs)

In this workshop, you will learn the techniques of motivational interviewing, how to apply them in your clinical work, and particularly in the context of substance abuse treatment. (6 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist continuing education units)

Training Needs Assessment and Evaluation (Train-the-Trainer)

This workshop will begin with an examination of the instructional system design model known as ADDIE. The workshop will then explore the first and last components of this model, Analysis and Evaluation. Participants will learn both the steps to conducting a training needs assessment and the range of data collection techniques. The workshop will also focus on the four levels of training evaluation and the various methods used to approach each level. A brief presentation and activity will address the usage of data collected from all levels of evaluation. Participants in this Train-the-Trainer will practice delivering the curriculum and facilitating small group exercises. The workshop is intended for experienced trainers with strong platform and presentation skills. Upon successful completion of this workshop, 6 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) will be awarded.

Transform Teen Behavior: Family Based Interventions (with CEUs)

This workshop will assist workers to implement powerful group techniques for engaging parents in treatment. Apply family-based approaches for fostering empathic connections & positive communication. Design experiential methods for promoting psychosocial skill mastery in teens & parents. Compile steps for adapting group strategies for skills training across broad patient populations and synthesize concepts and techniques for promoting behavioral and emotional health in youth & their parents. (7.5 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist continuing education credits)

Transforming Resistance: Working with the Challenges of Defense and Anxiety (with CEUs)

In this workshop, participants will gain a clear understanding of the nature and function of resistance, methods to clearly identify and restructure defenses, as well as effective ways to regulate anxiety. Participants will learn methods to accelerate the healing process for clients and integrate new skills into their existing orientation. (6 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and Licensed Creative Arts Therapist continuing education credits)

Transgender and Nonbinary Affirming Care for M/C Employees (with CEUs) - Virtual

This interactive workshop is appropriate for mental health and psychotherapy service providers of all levels of experience. This workshop builds on basic knowledge of terms. Transgender and nonbinary people report limited access to providers who understand their identities and identity-based experiences and clinicians encounter transgender and nonbinary clients seeking services that may or may not be directly related to their gender. Regardless of the nature of clients’ presenting needs, it is important for clinicians to offer care in ways that are anti-oppressive, client-centered and affirming of clients’ gender identity and expression. Through an interactive presentation and group-based activities, attendees will explore common reasons why transgender and nonbinary individuals and families seek (or avoid) mental health services, the value and importance of gender affirming care, and key skills and approaches to promoting greater affirmation and inclusion in their own practice. (3 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Psychologist continuing education units)

Transitioning to College and Work with an Autism Spectrum Disorder (with CEUs)

This workshop will provide a general overview and more detailed insights into related autism profiles as seen in teens and young adults. The co-occurrence of mental conditions, use of strengths and best practices for clients with this profile will be discussed. This workshop will cover the challenging transitions of those on the autism spectrum. Best practices for managing the world of higher education. As well as a review why employment is such a challenge for those with an Autism Spectrum Disorder. Discussion of creative strategies and innovative approaches to address these employment challenges. (5.5 approved Licensed Master Social Worker and Licensed Clinical Social Worker continuing education units)

Trauma & Attachment: Effective Treatment Strategies for Helping Challenging Clients (with CEUs)

In this workshop, participants will learn concepts and skills necessary to facilitate positive change with challenging clients with trauma and/or attachment wounds. Participants will learn effective assessment and therapeutic techniques for children, adults and couples, based on the latest research in neurobiology, trauma and attachment therapy, and resilience. (7.5 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist continuing education credits)

Trauma 201: Focus on Healing, Interventions, and Popular Trauma Treatment (with CE hours) - Virtual

This advanced workshop will explore stages of healing, client self-care, interventions that work well with trauma survivors, and explore some of the popular trauma treatments. Participants will identify the stages of healing and their meaning; assess if a client is ready to reprocess trauma; learn several interventions to use with trauma survivors; engage the client in healing through incorporating self-care practices; and be introduced to the basics of several popular evidenced-based trauma treatments. 4 approved Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and Licensed Master Social Worker continuing education hours.

Trauma Informed Care: A Client Centered Approach (with CE hours) - Virtual

In this workshop, participants will learn special considerations in treating trauma such as assessment, establishing trust and safety, stages of healing, current trauma treatments/interventions, and developing trauma-informed practices. A special emphasis will be placed on understanding complex trauma.6 approved Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and Licensed Master Social Worker continuing education hours.

Trauma Informed Care: A Client Centered Approach (with CEUs)

In this workshop, participants will learn special considerations in treating trauma such as assessment, establishing trust and safety, stages of healing, current trauma treatments/interventions, and developing trauma-informed practices. A special emphasis will be placed on understanding complex trauma. (6 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist continuing education units

Trauma, Attachment, Affect Dysregulation and Shame: Treating the Seeds and the Cycle of Self-Destructive Behaviors (with CEUs)

This interactive workshop will cover clients with insecure or disorganized attachment issues, histories of prior trauma, abuse or neglect, or overwhelming developmental stressors who often lack the ability to engage in appropriate affect regulation. As a result, they are vulnerable to self-destructive strategies to self-soothe and could lead to an increasing likelihood of chronic self-harm. Explore the relationship between trauma, affect dysregulation, self-harm, and learn how triggering events, negative cognitions, and dissociation fuel their chronic and cyclical nature. Participants will learn healthier coping strategies for clients that replace their long-standing self-harming behaviors. Explore the idea of “working with” self-destructive behaviors and de-coding their deeper meaning while learning how to avoid the power struggles. An alternative “safety contract” CARESS, will be presented. (6 approved Licensed Master Social Work, Licensed Clinical Social Work, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Creative Arts Therapist, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist continuing education credits)

Trauma-Informed Care (with CE hours) - Virtual

In this workshop, participants will explore the pervasive nature of human trauma and its consequences as well as learn best practices for providing effective trauma-informed care. (6 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor continuing education contact hours)

Trauma-Informed Supervision (with CE hours) - Virtual

Supervisors are entrusted with the professional development of our supervisees and students. They come to the profession with a wide range of lived experiences, including trauma. Studies show that people working in the human services sector report Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) at almost double the rate of the general population. Those lived experiences may impact their abilities as professional helpers. This workshop will present an overview of trauma-informed care as a concept on both an individual and systems level. We will review aspects of the supervisory relationship that must recognize that impact and try to mitigate it. We will discuss behavioral and performance concerns that arise and how to best coach and support staff as they learn about themselves and the work. (3 approved Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Psychologist continuing education hours)

Treating Clients with Maladaptive Boundaries - New York State (with CE hours) - Virtual

In this live interactive webinar participants will explore the importance and elements of adaptive boundaries in interpersonal relationships and learn how to manage maladaptive boundaries. (2.5 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Creative Arts Therapist, Psychoanalysts, and Psychologist continuing education contact hours)

Treatment Approaches and Special Considerations for Clients Who Experience Trauma for M/C Employees (with CEUs) - Virtual

In this workshop, participants will learn to assess if the client is ready, the current level of stability, and which treatment modalities and interventions to use. (6 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist continuing education units)

Trying to Stop Opioid Addiction Before It Happens: Addressing Transgenerational Substance Abuse at the Youth and Family Levels (with CEUs)

In this workshop, evidence-based theories and practices designed will be discussed to address transgenerational substance abuse and help youth and families break out of negative and dangerous cycles that can lead to opioid (and other) addiction concerns in adulthood. We will examine this challenge predominantly from the lens of the school system, but will also explore family-therapy and community-based interventions that can help support youth. In this session, we will specifically look at skill development for mental health clinicians and caregivers. We will also examine up-to-date research findings related to adolescent substance abuse, school-based interventions, and lasting behavior change. Intervention concepts and practices that foster self-efficacy and actual change practices will be introduced and discussed as well. (6 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and Licensed Creative Arts Therapist continuing education credits)

Understanding and Addressing Bereavement in Adults, Children and Teens (with CEUs)

This workshop will provide participants with enhanced understanding of bereavement in adults, children and adolescents. Discussion will include the process and psychological purpose of grief and their implications for bereavement counseling, and will examine key factors associated with individual responses to loss, including family system and mental health influences. Atypical losses and related treatment issues will be discussed, providing participants with valuable insights into early parental loss, young widowhood, parental loss of child, and traumatic losses, including those resulting from suicide, homicide, terrorism or warfare, and natural disasters. The presentation will use a developmental lens to examine grief reactions at varying life stages. Individual, family and school interventions will be presented. (6 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist continuing education units)

Understanding and Addressing Eating Disorders & Disordered Eating in Children, Teens & Adults (with CEUs)

In this workshop, participants will learn valuable insights and current information to enhance your toolbox of skills to identify, assess and address disordered eating and eating disorder behavior in children, teens and adults. Learn how to provide psychoeducation to parents regarding normal developmental childhood eating patterns, as differentiated from disordered eating, and coach them to more effectively address their children’s eating behaviors. Discussion will also include ways to work with children and teens to help them understand their eating patterns and boost their decision-making skills around food. Participants will learn skills for taking a history and engaging in assessment, with attention to issues of comorbidity with anxiety, depression and low self-esteem. In addition, discussion will include tools for developing a therapeutic alliance to reduce resistance, and for providing psychoeducation regarding the nutritional aspects of disordered eating and eating disorder behavior. Common countertransference issues, and keys to building a treatment team to ensure patient safety, will be discussed. Crucial insights will be shared, as well, to help clinicians make decisions regarding when to consider a higher level of care and to refer to another practitioner. (6 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist continuing education units)

Understanding and Controlling Aquatic Invasive Species – Virtual

This interactive 3-hour workshop discusses strategies for studying and controlling aquatic invasive species (AIS). Participants will learn about the impact of invasive aquatic species on local ecosystems. Topics include how invasive aquatic species travel, what traits make them invasive, how AIS can impact the growth of Harmful Algal Blooms, how climate change will impact the growth and introduction of AIS, approaches for effectively managing AIS, and related legal restrictions. Participants will be shown examples (photos/videos) of species and discuss key indicators of identification. Content of this workshop will deal with aquatic species and ecology specific to New York State. Some background in environmental science is recommended.

Understanding and Controlling Invasive Aquatic Species

This interactive workshop discusses strategies for studying and controlling invasive Aquatic species. Participants will learn about the impact of invasive aquatic species on local ecosystems. Topics include how invasive aquatic species travel, what traits make them invasive, approaches for identifying and documenting invasive populations of aquatic species, and related legal restrictions. Participants will also practice identifying aquatic species in various habitats. Content of this workshop will deal with aquatic species and ecology specific to New York State. Some background in environmental science is recommended. Upon completion of this workshop, .3 Continuing Education Units (3 PDHs) will be awarded.

Understanding and Controlling Invasive Insects

This interactive workshop discusses strategies for studying and controlling invasive insect species. Participants will learn about the impact of invasive insects on local ecosystems. Topics include how invasive insects travel, what traits make them invasive, approaches for identifying and documenting invasive insect populations, and legal restrictions related to insects. Participants will also practice identifying insect species in various habitats. Content of this workshop will deal with insects and ecology specific to New York State. Some background in environmental science is recommended. Upon completion of this workshop, .3 Continuing Education Units (3 PDHs) will be awarded.

Understanding and Controlling Invasive Plants

This interactive workshop discusses strategies for studying and controlling invasive plant species. Participants will learn about the impact of invasive plants on local ecosystems. Topics include how invasive plants travel, what traits make them invasive, approaches for identifying and documenting invasive plant populations, and legal restrictions related to plants. Participants will also practice identifying plant species in various habitats. Content of this workshop will deal with plant life and ecology specific to New York State. Some background in environmental science is recommended. Upon completion of this workshop, .3 Continuing Education Units (3 PDHs) will be awarded.

Understanding and Effectively Engaging Different Ethnic Groups for OCFS (with CEUs)

This half-day workshop provides OFCS employees with an understanding of approaches that can be used for effectively communicating, listening, and developing an awareness of clients from different cultures and diverse backgrounds. Utilizing cross-cultural perspectives, participants will explore diversity within a community and specific populations. (3 approved Licensed Master Social Work, Licensed Clinical Social Work, and Licensed Mental Health Counselor continuing education units).

Understanding EMDR Therapy and Its Applications (with CEUs)

In this clinical workshop, participants will gain an understanding of the EMDR Therapy model. Participants will learn the basics of how EMDR works and the multiple issues it is used to treat, as well as how you can integrate the use of EMDR into your clinical practice. (3 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist continuing education units)

Understanding GPS Surveying Statistics

This one-day workshop is designed for surveyors, engineers, and other professionals who use Global Positioning System (GPS) receivers to perform and process surveys. Participants will learn foundational probability and statistical concepts, the observation error budget, the role of redundancy, adjustments of observations, and adjustment of networks. Upon completion of this workshop, up to .6 Continuing Education Units (6 PDHs) will be awarded.

Understanding Local Governments

This workshop provides an entry-level overview of the structure, powers, and functioning of local governments and their interaction with the state. Topics include the constitutional nature of local governments, incorporation, and annexation. Participants will also review the importance of regional planning and the powers of local government.

Understanding Misunderstanding: Communicating with Respect Across Differences

This half-day workshop will help participants to learn the skills for respectful communications across the broad ranges of differences that define our diversity: generation, gender, race, culture, etc. Participants will use case studies and other interactive learning activities to identify personal communications preferences and develop skills that maximize verbal and listening effectiveness for better workplace relationships. Strategies covered in this workshop will enable the development of a personal action plan for improved communication with others. This workshop is part three of a three part series. Participants are encouraged to register for Part One: Getting the Respect You Deserve Through Communication and Understanding and Part Two: I Hear You, Do You Hear Me?.

Understanding Misunderstanding: Communicating with Respect Across Differences (Train-the-Trainer)

This half-day workshop will prepare trainers to deliver Understanding Misunderstanding: Communicating with Respect Across Differences. Participants in this Train-the-Trainer will practice delivering the curriculum and facilitating small group exercises. This workshop is intended for experienced trainers with strong platform and presentation skills. This workshop is part three of a three part Train-the-Trainer series. Participants are encouraged to register for Part One: Getting the Respect You Deserve Through Communication (Train-the-Trainer) and Understanding and Part Two: I Hear You, Do You Hear Me? (Train-the-Trainer) as well as the three corresponding half-day workshops.

Understanding Misunderstanding: Communicating with Respect Across Differences (Videoconference)

We all bring our diversity to the workplace. This half-day workshop will help participants to learn the skills for respectful communications across the broad ranges of differences that define our diversity: generation, gender, race, culture, etc. Participants will use case studies and other interactive learning activities to identify personal communications preferences and develop skills that maximize verbal and listening effectiveness for better workplace relationships. Strategies covered in this workshop will enable the development of a personal action plan for improved communication with others. This workshop is part three of a three part series. Participants are encouraged to register for Part One: Getting the Respect You Deserve Through Communication and Understanding and Part Two: I Hear You, Do You Hear Me?.

Understanding Personal Communication Styles

This ½ day interactive workshop will focus on individual communication styles and allow participants to learn the DiSC model and compare/contrast different styles. Participants will practice using DiSC to build more effective relationships at work.

Understanding the Culture of Poverty for OCFS (with CEUs)

This half-day workshop will examine how the wealthy, middle class, and people in poverty view the world and interpret life. Discuss the challenges professionals face in understanding why children and youth in poverty behave in a certain way, why they have challenges following instructions, and how to help them succeed in the face of on-going poverty. Strategies for engagement and intervention will be shared so that participants have the opportunity to translate theory and knowledge into practice. (3 approved Licensed Master Social Work, Licensed Clinical Social Work, and Licensed Mental Health Counselor continuing education units).

Understanding Vicarious Trauma (with CEUs)

In this half-day workshop, participants will explore the concept of vicarious trauma and its signs and symptoms. Participants will discuss recognizing transference, countertransference, the importance of setting boundaries, how to introduce self-care practices, and how to use reflective supervision to help mitigate the impact of vicarious trauma. (3 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist continuing education units)

Updating Your Network Infrastructure and Active Directory Technology Skills to Windows Server 2008

This 5-day workshop covers installing and configuring Windows Server 2008 and Windows Server 2008 Active Directory infrastructure. Participants will learn about how to add and configure Windows Server Core roles, explain the new backup infrastructure, and identify new and improved networking features with Windows Server 2008. The workshop will also cover configuring Hyper-V virtual machines, identifying considerations when upgrading from a windows Server 2003, installing and configuring Active Directory Federation Services, Active Directory Lightweight Directory Services, and Active Directory Rights Management Services. Discussion of new features in AD DS auditing, AD DS auditing, Failover Clustering, and Network Load Balancing will also be included.

Use of Advanced Behavioral Techniques for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities for OPWDD (Videoconference)

This half-day workshop is delivered through videoconferencing and highlights some of the recent research on effective behavior planning for individuals with Moderate, Severe, and Profound intellectual impairments, focusing on positive and proactive techniques that reduce the need for restrictive interventions. Current best practice treatment strategies for this population will be discussed.

Using Dialectical Behavior Therapy (with CEUs)

This workshop will discuss Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) an effective treatment for a variety of complex problems, including eating disorders and substance abuse. It has been used in a variety of settings and with a variety of audiences. (3.5 approved Licensed Master Social Worker and Licensed Clinical Social Worker continuing education units)

Using Improv Skills to Enhance Training

The skill of improvisation allows you to think on your feet, with very little preparation. This half-day workshop is designed to teach the art of being resilient in the moment, and using whatever tools that are at your disposal to change a situation for the better. You will be able to identify techniques for thinking on your feet, managing difficult participants, tools you can use to change a situation for the better, and strategies of being adaptable in the moment. Ultimately, the skill of improvisation enhances the trainer’s ability to be more adaptable in the moment.

Using SMART Boards

This half-day day workshop is for teachers and instructors who use SMART Boards in their classrooms. It focuses on using the SMART Board as an interactive tool that connects a computer and whiteboard. Participants will learn how to write notes in digital “ink” and save what has been written for future use and distribution. Upon completion, participants will be fully able to use a SMART Board as an effective teaching tool in their classroom.

Using Technology to Create Dynamic and Interactive Presentations

Through the use of graphics, animation, sounds, and video, you will learn to go beyond a typical PowerPoint slide presentation. In this workshop, you will be presented with, and practice, methods and strategies to create visually-rich PowerPoint presentations, that incorporate interactive animations, and audio- and video-enabled content. The workshop will also showcase Prezi, an on-line presentation tool used to create visually appealing and dynamic presentations. A number of examples and reference hand-out will be provided. A basic level of knowledge and experience with Power Point is strongly preferred.

Using the Reid Technique for Interviewing and Interrogation for OMIG

This three-day course provides the fundamentals necessary to conduct a proper interview and interrogation; a structured frame of reference for those interviewers who have some experience but also may not have had any formal training in the area; and improves the efficiency of all participants in obtaining the truth from suspects, witnesses and victims in a legally acceptable manner. This course follows the trademarked method of the Reid Technique and has been customized to address the specific needs of Medicaid fraud investigators at the Office of the Medicaid Inspector General.

Utility Depreciation: Application of Principles for DPS

This workshop will include a high level description of depreciation; the methods, revenue requirements (for utilities), and credit ratings; basics in depreciation such as property record structures, forecasting, and retirements; and setting revenue requirements for utilities as a required skill.

Venous Access Devices, Blood and Blood Products for OMH

This workshop for clinical practitioners provides an overview of venous access devices and their management, such as IV's, implantable venous access systems, PICC lines, and tunneled catheters, such as Hickman catheters. It also reviews blood and blood products policy, and the recognition and management of complications. Participants will be given an opportunity to practice IV insertion during this workshop. Upon successful completion of this workshop 6 contact hours, or 0.6 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) will be awarded.

Vicarious Trauma – Strategies for Resilience (with CEUs)

This workshop will review and discuss vicarious trauma then go through steps to enhance self-awareness and build support strategies that include self-awareness, self-care, support from peers and a healthy work like balance. By developing healthy coping skills social workers are in a better position to support clients. (3 approved Licensed Master Social Work, Licensed Clinical Social Work, and Licensed Mental Health Counselor continuing education credits).

Vicarious Trauma – Strategies for Resilience for DOCCS

This workshop will help participants learn the differences between vicarious resilience, post traumatic growth, and vicarious post traumatic growth. Participants will be able to differentiate between burnout, secondary traumatic stress, and vicarious trauma. This workshop will include a mix of activities, exercises, and simulations.

VistA integration Using MUMPS for the NYS Office of Mental Health

Three-day course on the VistA EMR, an introduction to the Mumps programming language and instruction in the use of the VA Fileman database. Participants will understand VistA EMR architecture and be able to create a Fileman self documenting table and manipulate data using MUMPS programming language.

Visual Impact Assessment (with PDHs)

Classroom led workshop on visual impact assessment, part of environmental impact assessment. Workshop topics include inventorying existing landscape quality, assessing sensitive landscape viewers and viewsheds, finding key viewpoints, simulating the proposed activity, assessing degree of impact, and mitigating such impacts. Workshop content will strengthen the Agency’s review and final determinations on permit applications and will provide greater consistency and predictability for project sponsors by updating agency board members and staff on the latest VIA methods and techniques. (4.5 approved PDH for NYS licensed engineers)

Visual Impact Assessment for DOT

This two-day workshop covers the recent advances in Visual Impact Assessment (VIA) Methodology and its application in New York State. These developments in the field have taken place at a time of increasing VIA activity regarding power plant siting and transportation project work. Topics include: new regulatory projects in the state; review of the US Army Corps of Engineers Visual Resources Assessment Process (VRAP); advances in visibility assessment; computerized visual simulation techniques; and visual mitigation. Sequential progression through all steps of VIA analysis will be addressed. There will also be computer demonstrations involving visibility and visual simulation applications. This is an intermediate level workshop aimed at public professionals with some knowledge of VIA process, and will focus on current VIA issues and use of technology. Upon completion of this workshop, 1.1 Continuing Education Units (11 PDHs) will be awarded.

Web 2.0 & Social Networking Technologies

This half-day workshop provides an introduction to Web 2.0 technologies. Participants will learn about the evolution of the World Wide Web from static webpages to dynamic and shareable content. The workshop will cover Web 2.0 applications such as blogs, wikis, RSS, and social networking. Empire 2.0 and the usage of these technologies in the public sector will also be discussed.

Web 2.0 Tools in NYS Government: Strategies for Successful Professional Use

Use of Web 2.0 and social networking technologies is becoming increasingly important in state government. This workshop will help participants develop strategies for successful communication and collaboration with Web 2.0 and its many applications. Topics will include ethical use of internet-based social technology in the public sector, appropriate professional use for state agency purposes, implementation guidelines, and considerations for account management and security settings. Some familiarity with Web 2.0 and social networking technologies is recommended.

Web Design and Management Using XML for HESC

This three-day workshop introduces the fundamentals of XML and its related technologies so that you can create your own markup documents. Participants will work in XML documents with similar structures to make it easier to understand and maintain data. Participants will learn to develop Document Type Definition (DTD) and Schema documents. This workshop also covers how to retrieve relevant data from an XML document to generate an output document that is visually appealing and appropriate to the target audience. Familiarity with HTML, XHTML, and Object Oriented Programming Principles is recommended.

What’s Normal These Days?: Assessing the Presence of Sexual Abuse in a Sexualized World (with CE hours) - Virtual

This course is intended for new or experienced clinicians to enhance their knowledge regarding what is normal and healthy related to children’s sexual behaviors and how to recognize signs and symptoms of sexual abuse. Children’s sexual development as well as child sexual abuse are both topics that are often avoided by professionals as well as the greater public due to discomfort related to the topic. However, children are exposed to sexuality at a very young age with constant access to social media and children also continue to be sexually abused at an alarming rate. This course will help practitioners to assess what is normal, what is a concern, and how to intervene in a way that helps to keep youth safe. (It should be noted that graphic examples of sexual abuse or youth sexualized behaviors will NOT be included in this workshop, as the goal is to discuss this material in a safe, minimally triggering manner). (3 approved Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Psychologist continuing education hours)

Why do Good People do Bad Things? A Refresher in Ethical Decision Making for M/C Employees (with CEUs) - Virtual

This workshop offers a refresher in ethical decision making, grounded in the dilemmas that encountered in professional practice. Included are, reviewing the foundations of ethical thinking, mapping the ethical decision-making process, and applying that process to selected ethical issues of our time, including telehealth, social media, and working with LGBTQ individuals. This course meets the NYS requirements for continuing education in ethics for psychologists. (3 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Psychologist continuing education units)

Windows 7 Configuring, Technology Specialist Course

This three-day course provides students with the knowledge and skills to install, deploy, and upgrade to Windows 7. Additionally, students will learn how to configure pre-installation and post-installation system settings, Windows security features, network connectivity applications included with Windows 7, and mobile computing. How to maintain systems, including monitoring for and resolving performance and reliability issues will also be covered. Prerequisites: A+ Certification or equivalent knowledge, Network+ Certification or equivalent knowledge and a basic understanding of Windows Power Shell syntax.

Windows 7: Desktop Deployments and Environments for Tax & Finance

This five-day course is intended for desktop administrators who want to specialize in desktop deployment, configuration, and management. In this course, students will learn how to plan and deploy Windows 7 desktops in large organizations. They will also learn how to design, configure, and manage the Windows 7 client environment. This course helps students prepare for the Exam 70-686, Pro: Windows 7, Enterprise Desktop Administrator. Prerequisites: students should have a solid understanding of TCP/IP and networking concepts, Windows and Active Directory background, a good understanding of scripts and batch files, an understanding of security concepts such as authentication and authorization. In addition, students should have performed a clean installation of Windows 7, upgraded to Windows 7, and migrate user-related data and settings from Windows XP, configured disks, partitions, volumes, and device drivers to enable Windows 7 to function as desired.

Windows PowerShell for Administrators for Tax & Finance

This three day course provides students with knowledge and skills to use Microsoft’s new environment for Windows and server administration of Windows PowerShell. This course assumes no prior experience with PowerShell, and guides you through the essentials of what PowerShell is, how it works, why you can’t afford to live without it, and, most importantly, how to use it to make everyday administrative tasks faster, easier, and more consistent.

Wireless Technology

This workshop provides an overview of wireless technologies and why organizations are choosing to adopt them. The different types and the advantages and disadvantages of wireless technologies will be explored, including security issues and concerns that most likely affect a wireless network. The workshop will also cover what is required to deploy a wireless solution, and how to integrate wireless and wired.

Women with Histories of Childhood Sexual Abuse: Mothering, Resilience and Protecting the Next Generation (with CEUs) - Virtual

The workshop will examine the risk factors that mothers who have experienced child sexual abuse had to overcome in order to protect their children from the abuse they experienced. Adverse child experiences (ACE’s) and the social and emotional challenges faced by this particular group of mothers will be examined and we will also focus on the protective factors in their lives of these mothers that help them to “defy the odds” and give their children something positive and significantly different from what they experienced as children. The workshop will focus on the current research and client stories from presenter’s practice experiences. The workshop with be geared to all practice levels. (2 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Psychologist continuing education units)

Working Through Common Pitfalls in Children's Trauma Treatment (with CE Hours) - Virtual

Clinical work with children who have experienced trauma can be an unpredictable and daunting task. Oftentimes, clinicians feel stuck as they create a path to help children process their past experiences. This virtual training addresses the common issues that occur in the treatment process that can lead to increased avoidance, resistance, or non-compliance in the therapy process. Ways to recognize, identify and prevent this will be discussed in this training, as well as creative methods to help children heal and address their traumatic experiences. (3 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Psychologist continuing education contact hours)

Working with Adult ADHD: Latest in Assessment and Treatment, Including Comorbid Anxiety and Mood Disorders (with CEUs)

In this workshop, participants will learn diagnosing and treating adult ADHD presents unique challenges. Differentiating ADHD from other disorders with similar symptom presentation requires astute clinical skill, while treating those who have co-occurring anxiety and mood disorders is a common occurrence. Clients are often labeled as “noncompliant” or “difficult” when in reality their treatment progress is hindered by ADHD’s hallmark of poor executing functioning. To effectively treat adult ADHD, a clinician should be familiar with various modalities, including CBT, Mindfulness and Acceptance treatments, executive functions coaching, and understand how medications impact a rounded treatment plan. Furthermore, developing a healthy and balanced relationship with technology is paramount in the treatment of adults with ADHD. (6 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and Licensed Creative Arts Therapist continuing education credits)

Working with Attachment Disordered Youth (with CEUs)

In this workshop, you will learn about the diagnostic criteria surrounding attachment disorders, intervention and support strategies for both youth and parents/guardians, and treatment methods that yield the greatest success. (6 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist continuing education units)

Working with Case Studies and Role-Plays in Training (Train-the-Trainer)

This workshop is designed to develop case studies and role-plays for participants’ workshops. The basic elements of case studies and role-plays and how they relate to the training objectives will be presented. Attention will be given to how to use case studies and critical incidents most effectively. Participants will also learn to develop role-plays, and a demonstration will be given of the various ways in which role-plays can be used. Specific techniques, such as warm-ups, role reversal, and role rotation will be presented. Participants in this Train-the-Trainer will practice delivering the curriculum and facilitating small group exercises. The workshop is intended for experienced trainers with strong platform and presentation skills. Upon successful completion of this workshop, 6 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) will be awarded.

Working with Clients Who Have Sensory Processing Challenges (with CE hours) - Virtual

This course will review the concept of “Sensory Processing” and related challenges that clients may face when navigating everyday life activities. The training will review common sensory processing challenges for clients, particularly clients who have a developmental disability. The difference between a sensory meltdown versus a temper tantrum will be reviewed. Participants will explore the importance of stimming for managing sensory input, processing, and output. Methods for creating a more sensory-friendly environment for clients, as well as helping clients build skills to manage sensory stressors and challenges will be discussed. (3 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor continuing education contact hours)

Working with Combative Clients

This 2-hour workshop discusses strategies for working effectively with combative clients. Topics include verbally interacting with clients, ways to deescalate people who are becoming angry or agitated, and ways to protect themselves and their clients.

Working with Forensic Clients to Promote Recovery: Best Practices (with CEUs)

This half-day workshop will focus on the following topics: Ethical and practical challenges in treatment of forensic clients; choosing evidence-based best practices treatment modalities; application to practice; and a view to the future. (3 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and Licensed Mental Health Counselor continuing education units)

Working with People Facing Despair Using Social Justice & Narrative Lens for M/C Employees (with CEUs) - Virtual

In this workshop, participants will focus on how workers can bring social justice values into our work with people who are facing the difficult problems of Despair, Feelings of Unworthiness and/or Suicidal Thoughts through Narrative Therapy practices and principles. (6 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and Licensed Mental Health Counselor continuing education units)

Working With the LGBTQIA+ Population Through an Intersectional Lens (with CE hours) - Virtual

Are you interested in working with the LGBTQIA+ community and not sure where to start? Are you currently working with the community but are not sure if you’re on the right track? Take this introductory course to learn what LGBTQIA+ clients need from you and how their other identities intersect. Gain confidence in your work with LGBTQIA+ clients. (1.5 approved Licensed Master Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Creative Arts Therapist, Psychoanalysts, and Psychologist continuing education contact hours)

Workplace Conflict Resolution

This full day classroom workshop provides practical tools and techniques for conflict management and dispute resolution in the workplace. Topics include individual styles for resolving conflict and determining how differences impact communication. In this interactive workshop, participants will also learn the benefit of searching for root causes of potential conflict before jumping to negative conclusions about individual behavior of others.

Workplace Conflict Resolution - Virtual

This virtual workshop provides practical tools and techniques for conflict management and dispute resolution in the workplace. Topics include individual styles for resolving conflict and determining how differences impact communication. In this interactive workshop, participants will also learn the benefit of searching for root causes of potential conflict before jumping to negative conclusions about individual behavior of others.

Wound Care Management for OMH

This half-day workshop is designed for nurses working in non-acute mental health settings. The workshop will emphasize the best practices in wound assessment and treatment including the staging of wounds. Information on specific types of wounds, like pressure ulcers, neuropathic ulcers and deep tissue injury will be discussed. Pain management and emergency care of wounds related to self-injury will also be included. Proper documentation and case scenarios will also be included. Upon successful completion of this workshop 4 contact hours, or 0.4 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) will be awarded.

Wound Care Management for SUNY Downstate

This half-day workshop is designed for nurses working in an acute care setting. The workshop will emphasize the best practices in wound assessment and treatment including the staging of wounds. The workshop will include a comprehensive review of wound management including positioning, treatment products, dressings, and infection control. Proper documentation and case scenarios will also be included. Upon successful completion of this workshop 3 contact hours, or 0.3 Continuing Education Units (CEUs) will be awarded.

Wound Care Management in Non-Acute Settings

This half-day workshop is designed for nurses working in non-acute health settings. The workshop will emphasize the best practices in wound assessment and treatment including the staging of wounds. Information on specific types of wounds, like pressure ulcers, neuropathic ulcers and deep tissue injury will be discussed. Pain management and emergency care of wounds related to self-injury will also be included. Proper documentation and case scenarios will also be included.

Wound Management for OPWDD (Videoconference)

This workshop is delivered through videoconferencing and covers clinical management of chronic wounds in individuals with developmental disabilities. The workshop will also address caring for clients at risk for developing a pressure wound. Workshop topics will include skin anatomy, the biology and physiology of wound healing, and complications related to healing. Various aspects of wound management will be discussed including examination, debridement, interventions, dressings, and environmental constraints. Clinicians will also gain information on specific types of wounds, like pressure ulcers, neuropathic ulcers and deep tissue injury.

Wound Management: An Interdisciplinary Approach for OPWDD (Videoconference)

This half-day workshop is delivered through videoconferencing and reviews various types of wounds, i.e. pressure, venous, arterial, and diabetic. The workshop will also cover the impact of malnutrition, identifying patients at nutritional risk, and the role of adequate calories, protein, and fluid for wound healing. Participants will gain the knowledge necessary to more effectively care for individuals and their specific wounds. This workshop is intended for professionals across health care occupations.

Writing Skills for Clinicians for OMH

This workshop will assist participants in developing an understanding of the many aspects of case documentation and record keeping by exploring best practices for recording therapeutic and service activities. Topics include common pitfalls and errors in client record keeping; deciding what to include and omit in documentation; writing treatment plans; recording treatment activities; and documentation of client outcomes. Standards for documentation set by the Joint Commission of health care organizations will be included.

Writing Skills for Clinicians for OMH (Half-Day)

This half-day workshop will assist participants in developing an understanding of the many aspects of case documentation and record keeping by exploring best practices for recording therapeutic and service activities. Topics include common pitfalls and errors in client record keeping; deciding what to include and omit in documentation; writing treatment plans; recording treatment activities; and documentation of client outcomes. Standards for documentation set by the Joint Commission of health care organizations will be included.

XML for Website Management

This two-day, hands-on workshop will provide a strong understanding of XML and how to apply it in your web environment. Day One will focus on the basics needed to understand and apply XML using examples and exercises based on proven research and real world applications. Day Two will expand on these examples to develop skills in applying XML to specific web issues such as managing content and multiple output formats. Participants will be given exercises to do in the workplace, and will return in one week for Day Two with questions and issues around adapting XML in their unique work environment. A flash drive with all sample files and a training guide will be provided as part of this workshop. Familiarity with web development, HTML/XHTML, and the use of Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), as well as basic programming or scripting knowledge is required.