Forensic Social Work Certificate Program: Foundation Skills for Forensic Social Work  (virtual format only)
"I do not normally rate an entire seminar with 5s across the board however this was well-deserved, one of the most organized, succinct, and inspiring programs I've been on in a very long time. You should all be so proud that you've put together a WONDERFUL program" (participant comment from March 2024)

2024 FSW Certificate Program Dates

October 8  2:00-6:30 Eastern Time
October 9  2:00-5:30 Eastern Time
(Participation both days is required)

October 8 and 9, 2024 - Registration 

The Forensic Social Work Certificate is a continuing education program sanctioned by the National Organization of Forensic Social Work. This certificate program is open to anyone working in a forensic social work related field or is a graduate of or current student in a social work program.  Participants will receive training in topics  foundational to sound forensic social work knowledge. It would be appropriate to list or note this certificate among a professional’s specialized areas of training. It would not be appropriate to list as a credential after one’s name (e.g. Sallie Sue, FSWC).
 
The virtual program will be offered from 2:00 - 6:30pm eastern time on Day 1 and 2:00-5:30pm on Day 2.  Participation in the entire program is required to complete the certificate program.  The format will allow for viewing of the presentation and supporting materials as well as interaction between the presenters and participants in real time.  Registered participants will receive instructions on how to gain access to this event via email approximately one week prior to the event.  Certificates of completion will be emailed within 10 business days of course completion.  

To receive CE Credit social workers must pre-register for ce credit, log in at the scheduled time, attend the entire course and complete an online course evaluation.  

The National Organization of Forensic Social Work, provider # 1823, is approved to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Organizations, not individual courses, are approved as ACE providers. State and provincial regulatory boards have the final authority to determine whether an individual course may be accepted for continuing education credit. National Organization of Forensic Social Work maintains responsibility for this course. ACE provider approval period: 07/18/2023–07/18/2026. Social workers registered for ce credit who complete  this course will receive 7.0 continuing education credits.

Agenda

If you have questions about the FSW Certificate or to request special accommodations, please contact Jim Campbell at jim.campbell@nofsw.org.  
 
Presenter Bios 

Learning Objectives

References/Citations

System requirements: 
• Operating Systems: Windows XP or higher, MacOS 9 or higher, Android 4.0 or higher
• Internet Browser: Internet Explorer 9.0 or higher, Google Chrome, Firefox 10.0 or higher
• Broadband Internet connection: Cable, High-speed DSL & any other medium that is internet accessible.