Join us for NASW-LA’s Professional Development Series, offering both in-person and virtual CE opportunities for social workers in Louisiana. From January through August 2026, these workshops cover clinical practice, ethics, cultural competence, and supervision, helping you meet licensure requirements while strengthening your everyday practice. Explore the full schedule of events here, and be sure to check our online events calendar for the most up-to-date offerings and registration details. We look forward to learning with you!

Upcoming Workshops

June 12th | 9:00 am - 12:15 pm | Virtual (Zoom)
The Grief of the Diagnosis and Prognosis of Dementia (3 Clinical CE)
This presentation will focus on (a) identifying and defining different types of grief experienced by people living with dementia and their caregivers, (b) assessing the causes of grief experienced by the caregivers of people living with dementia, and (c) Identifying various interventions to address the grief experienced by the caregivers of people living with dementia. Presented by: Dr. Anita Sharma, MSW, MA (clinical social work), Ph.D, LCSW.

June 12th | 9:00 am - 12:15 pm | Shreveport
Ethical Principles for Social Workers (3 Ethics CE)
Presenter will review ethics guidelines, practice standards, and ethical principles, including competency, confidentiality, dual relationships, and boundary violations. Common ethical problems and violations will be reviewed. Ethical issues relating to technology, social media, and supervision will be presented. Various ethical dilemmas will be presented for discussion. Presented by: Charles Lee, LCSW-BACS.

June 12th | 1:00 pm - 4:15 pm | Shreveport
A Model for the Board Approved Clinical Supervisor (3 Supervision CE)
Presenter will describe the requirements of clinical social work supervision, the purpose of clinical supervision and a detailed description of the supervision process. Common problems in providing supervision will be presented along with case examples. Presented by: Charles Lee, LCSW-BACS.

June 26th | 9:00 am - 11:00 am | Houma
How Core Beliefs Shape Identity (2 Clinical CE)
This session explores how core beliefs, formed in childhood and through life experiences, influence thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. Participants will learn to identify limiting or maladaptive beliefs, understand their impact on relationships and decision-making, and apply strategies to reframe and shift beliefs toward healthier, more empowering patterns. The session emphasizes practical, interactive approaches that support self-awareness, personal growth, and culturally responsive social work practice. Presented by: Ebony Allen, LCSW-BACS.