Ohio Social Workers Continuing Education Requirements

CE Requirements for Ohio Social Workers

Ohio-licensed social workers have a license renewal every two years with a deadline on the
date of issue.
Thirty hours of continuing education are required to renew a license. There are no limits for
online CE courses for social workers if board approved.
Three hours of ethics are required at each renewal.

Marriage and Family Therapists

Ohio Counselor, Social Worker & MFT Board
View the Board Website or Email the Board
Phone: 614-466-0912
CE Required: 30 hours every 2 years
Online CE Allowed: Social Workers: No Limit; Counselors & MFTs: 15 hours (distance
learning)
License Expiration: DOI, every 2 years
National Accreditation Accepted: Board Approved Provider #RCST100501
*Check the accreditation statement for each course if Ohio is not listed, the course
is not approved!
Notes: 3 hours ethics required each renewal

Social Work Online Continuing Education Courses

Cyberbullying
Bullies have moved from the playground and workplace to the online
world, where anonymity can facilitate bullying behavior. Cyberbullying is
intentional, repeated harm to another person using communication
technology. It is not accidental or random. It is targeted to a person with
less perceived power. This may be someone younger, weaker, or less
knowledgeable about technology. Any communication device may be
used to harass or intimidate a victim, such as a cell phone, tablet, or computer. Any
communication platform may host cyberbullying: social media sites (Facebook, Twitter),
applications (Snapchat, AIM), websites (forums or blogs), and any place where one person
can communicate with or at another person electronically. The short and long-term
effects of bullying are considered as significant as neglect or maltreatment as a type of child
abuse. This course reviews evidenced-based research for identification, management and
prevention of cyberbullying in children, adolescents and adults. It will describe specific
cyberbullying behaviors, review theories that attempt to explain why bullying happens, list
the damaging effects that befall its victims, and discuss strategies professionals can use to
prevent or manage identified cyberbullying. Cyberbullying is a fast-growing area of concern
and all healthcare professionals should be equipped to spot the signs and provide support
for our patients and clients, as well as keep up with the technology that drives cyberbullying.

Caffeine and Health

Caffeine is a rapidly absorbed organic compound that acts as a stimulant
in the human body. The average amount of caffeine consumed in the US
is approximately 300 mg per person per day - the equivalent to between
two and four cups of coffee - with coffee accounting for about threefourths of the caffeine that is consumed in the American diet. This is
considered to be a moderate caffeine intake, which, according to many
studies, can promote a variety of health benefits. But some studies claim otherwise, even
suggesting that one or two cups of coffee a day may negatively impact our health. So, what
are we to believe? This course will analyze the potential health benefits, as well as the
negative side effects, of caffeine consumption on a variety of health conditions. This course
was developed by the Florida Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics for their Manual of Medical
Nutrition Therapy to provide healthcare professionals with evidence-based, non-biased
information on nutrition-related topics.

When Your Young Client is Defiant

Children with difficult temperaments and those with developmental delays
may have learned to express their dissatisfaction with challenging and
defiant behavior like whining, anger, temper tantrums or bad language.
They sometimes engage in negative behavior or misbehave because
they do not have the necessary skills communicative or otherwise to
make their needs known. The purpose of this course is to teach clinicians
effective and practical strategies to manage challenging and defiant behavior in their young
clients. The course will also focus on how clinicians can educate parents on how to manage
difficult behavior and avoid power struggles at home. The dynamics and techniques
described in this course are intended for use with typically functioning children and those
with developmental or language delays. They are not generally adequate or even
appropriate for children with serious behavior conditions like oppositional defiant disorder or
conduct disorders.

Rethinking Narcissism
This is a test only course (book not included). The book (or e-book) can
be purchased from Amazon or some other source. This CE test is based
on Rethinking Narcissism (HarperCollins 2015, 256 pp.), which has
enjoyed international expert and critical acclaim for its exciting blend of
empirical rigor, practical strategies, and compelling narrative style. In it
youll discover: Throughout, youll find easy-to-follow templates and
concrete examples for helping people who suffer from either too muchor too little
narcissism.

Codependency: Causes, Consequences and Cures

In this course, the author offers in-depth and in-person strategies for
therapists to use in working with clients who present with the
characteristic behavior patterns of codependency. Clients are usually
unaware of the underlying codependency that is often responsible for the
symptoms theyre suffering. Starting with emphasis on the delicate
process of building a caring therapeutic relationship with these clients,
the author guides readers through the early shame-inducing parenting
styles that inhibit the development of healthy self-esteem. Through personal stories and
case studies, the author goes on to describe healing interventions that can help clients
identify dysfunctional patterns in relationships, start leading balanced lives and connecting
with others on a new and meaningful level. Evaluative questionnaires, journaling
assignments and other exercises are included to help you help your clients to overcome
codependency. The rewards of successfully treating codependency are great for client and
clinician alike. Even though the propensity for relapse always exists, its unlikely that a
person who has made significant progress towards overcoming this disease will lose the
gains theyve made.

Professional Development Resources is approved by the American Psychological

Association (APA) to sponsor continuing education for psychologists; the National Board of
Certified Counselors (NBCC ACEP #5590); the Association of Social Work Boards
(ASWB #1046, ACE Program); the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (#PCE1625);
the Florida Boards of Clinical Social Work, Marriage & Family Therapy, and Mental Health
Counseling (#BAP346) and Psychology & School Psychology (#50-1635);
the Ohio Counselor, Social Worker & MFT Board (#RCST100501); the South
Carolina Board of Professional Counselors & MFTs (#193); and the Texas Board of
Examiners of Marriage & Family Therapists (#114) and State Board of Social Worker
Examiners (#5678).