Current Workshops

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.

Knowledge Transfer (Online)

This course provides a general overview of knowledge transfer and management. Knowledge Management is a systematic method for finding, understanding, and using knowledge to achieve organizational objectives and improve agency and employee performance.

Professional Writing Mechanics (Online)

This course starts with the basics: parts of speech and parts of a sentence. In this online course, you will learn to recognize common grammatical errors, use standard punctuation, and proofread your work.

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)

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.

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)

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.

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.

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)

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)

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.)

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)

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.

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.

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)

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: 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: 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: 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.

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)