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NEW! NASW-NV SOCIAL WORK BOOK CLUB

Looking for a flexible and engaging way to fulfill your continuing education requirements? Join our exclusive social work virtual book club and transform your professional development journey! Earn up to 18 CEUs per year by reading from a specially curated selection of social work–related books. The next book club discussion is on October 25 and will be discussing The Berry Pickers by Amanda Peters. NASW members can take advantage of maximum savings right now and sign up for an annual fee of $69 per year before prices increase in 2025, so don't delay!

Why Join Our Virtual Book Club?

• Earn CEUs Effortlessly
• Gain 3 CEUs for each book you read and pass a short online quiz (score 80% or higher).
• Complete all six books to earn up to 18 CEUs per year.
• Explore Curated Social Work Literature
• Dive into six handpicked books annually that resonate with your field.
• Stay updated with the latest insights and apply new knowledge to your practice.
• Connect and Grow Your Network
• Engage in enriching discussions with a community of passionate social workers.
• Share experiences, exchange ideas, and learn from peers nationwide.
• Flexible, On-Demand Participation
• Access our online community forum anytime, anywhere—no scheduled meetings!
• Fit your professional development seamlessly into your busy schedule.
• Stay Motivated and Accountable
• Be part of a group that encourages you to meet your reading and professional goals.
• Enjoy the collective energy of like-minded professionals committed to growth.

Affordable Investment in Your Career

• NASW Nevada Chapter Members: $69 per year (Use code MOAK2018277 at checkout)
• Non-Members: $89 per year

Note: The participation fee includes access to the online community and CEU quizzes. Books are purchased separately.

Embark on a journey of learning, connection, and professional enrichment—all from the comfort of your home.

To sign up, visit https://www.pbc.guru/socialworkers

Call for Workshop Speakers!

Are you a speaker? or an expert in your field?

We are looking for speakers for our NASW-Nevada-hosted Education workshops.

Topics can include but not limited to:

Substance Abuse/Use

Social Justice

LGBTQ+ Issues

Workplace Conflict Management

Ethics

Aging

Child Abuse/Family Violence

Children, Youth, & Families

Clinical/Behavioral Health

Spirituality/Mind-Body Wellness

If you or someone you know would be interested use the form below to connect with us!

Sign up here: https://naswil.wufoo.com/forms/x5oe7n115szsiw/

NASW-Nevada Hosted Education:

NASW-NV CEUs are accepted by the following boards and organizations:

• Nevada Board of Examiners for Social Workers
• Nevada State Board of Psychological Examiners
• State of Nevada | Department of Education
• State of Nevada Board of Examiners for Marriage and Family Therapists & Clinical Professional Counselors

Reflections on Mandated Reporting

Date: Friday, December 6, 2024, from 11:00am to 12:30pm CST (9am - 10:30am PST)

Speaker: Kimberly A. Mann, PhD, LCSW (she/her)

CEUs: 1.5 CEUs (fulfills IL Mandated Reporter with Section on Implicit Bias Training requirement)

Virtual Platform: Zoom

Description: This 90-minute course is designed for mandated reporters as defined by the Illinois Abused and Neglect Child Reporting Act (ANCRA) and fulfills current IDFPR requirements for a mandated reporter training with implicit bias section. Determinations to make a report to the Child Abuse and Neglect Hotline are complex and challenging for the professionals obligated to promote the safety of children. Unfortunately, our professional decision-making can be compromised by attitudes and beliefs that influence our perception of information that we learn within our professional capacity. Racial bias contributes to the persistent problem of racial disproportionality in the child welfare system. As we build our reflective capacity, our awareness of bias strengthens and can be used to enhance professional decision-making.

Register Here: https://naswil.wufoo.com/forms/z12f1ud10xrdjfb/

So You Want to Be Your Own Boss? How to Build a Successful Private Practice

Day One: Thursday, January 30, 2025, 10:00am–5:00pm CDT / 9:00am–4:00pm MDT / 8:00am–3:00pm PDT

Day Two: Friday, January 31, 2025, 10:00am–5:00pm CDT / 9:00am–4:00pm MDT / 8:00am–3:00pm PDT

Virtual Platform: Zoom

Speaker: Sarah Buino, LCSW, RDDP, CADC, CDWF, NMT 

Cost: 12 CEUs / $199 Nonmember / $159 NASW Member

Description: So you want to be your own boss? Many therapists feel pulled by the allure of private practice but have no idea where to begin. Some hang their shingle and wait for the phone to ring only to sit twiddling their thumbs, asking, “Where are the clients?” With a few expert tips, running your own private practice can be a breeze. This course will provide an overview of what you need to start and maintain a private practice. You’ll learn the business 101s including insurance, business structure, and basic financials. You’ll also have the opportunity to create your brand and begin a marketing plan. Participants will leave the course with sample forms and actionable next steps for building a thriving business. To get the most out of this training, please bring your laptop or tablet and have your practice license number available.

Register Here: https://naswil.wufoo.com/forms/z1fbeqcp0z57p8n/

Alzheimer’s Disease and Other Dementias: What Do Social Workers Need to Know?

Date: Thursday, February 13, 2024, from 12:00pm to 1:30pm CDT (11am–12:30pm MDT / 10am–11:30am PDT)

Presenter: Elizabeth Gould, MSW, LCSW

Virtual Platform: Zoom

Cost: 1.5 CEUs* (fulfills IL Alzheimer’s Disease and Other Dementias Training requirement)

Description: Currently, an estimated 6.5 million Americans age 65 and older are living with dementia. Individuals and families are struggling with how to navigate getting a diagnosis, living with dementia, and obtaining support. Participants will learn about four common dementia diagnoses, the diagnostic process including screening and assessment, effective communication strategies, understanding behavior and dementia care management and care planning, and supported decision making.

Register Here: https://naswil.wufoo.com/forms/z10iy2zb0o0syin/

Understanding Medical Aid in Dying in Clinical Practice

Date: February 18th, 2025 at 10 am PT, 12 CT

Presentation Length: 1 hour

Location: Zoom

Description: Access to medical aid in dying (MAID) has significantly expanded as more states have adopted laws authorizing the medical practice, and two states have stopped requiring that patients who seek MAID reside in their state. As a result, more terminally ill individuals may approach their healthcare teams to learn more about this end-of-life option. In our time together, we will equip you with the knowledge necessary to understand better medical aid in dying and the appropriate resources to better address your patients’ concerns.

Speaker: Ashley D. Fry, DNP, APN, AGACNP-BC, ACHPN

Director of Clinical Advocacy

Compassion & Choices

Speaker Bio: Ashley Fry is the Director of Clinical Advocacy at Compassion & Choices. She is an active hospice and palliative care nurse practitioner in Colorado Springs, CO. She has over 15 years of nursing experience in hospice, palliative, and intensive care. She holds board certification as an adult gerontology acute care nurse practitioner and as an advanced certified hospice and palliative nurse.

Cost: 1 CEU / $15 Nonmember / $10 NASW Member / Free for students (no CEUs)

Register Here:https://naswil.wufoo.com/forms/z6napp303xnqfq/

Virtual Professional Development Opportunities for Social Workers in Aging

NASW regularly collaborates with federal agencies and national organizations to enhance service delivery to older adults and to advance public policy benefitting older people. Professional development programming represents one strategy to achieve these goals. This document describes several virtual, national-level professional development programs that are relevant to social workers and offered by organizations with which NASW collaborates. Each program is free, and continuing education credits are not available. Programs are listed from most to least recent and include information about on-demand access.

For more information: https://www.socialworkers.org/Practice/Tips-and-Tools-for-Social-Workers/Virtual-Professional-Development-Opportunities-for-Social-Workers-in-Aging