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December 11, 2025 via webinar |
Hope & Healing Beyond Addiction: Substances, Society, and Solutions Content to include: case examples and lived experience stories; current drug trends and public health implications; the science behind substance addiction; the historical generational context and systemic barriers that lead some to substance use; the 53206 zip code; drug prevention programs; trauma resilience; relapse prevention; treatment options; and supportive resources. |
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January 15 via webinar |
Introduction & Overview of Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI®) Content to include: Trust-Based Relational Intervention® (TBRI®), an attachment-based, trauma-informed approach for meeting the complex needs of vulnerable children; empowering to address physical needs, connecting to support attachment needs, and correcting to disarm fear-based behaviors; a practical framework for intervention and application; insight into how a child’s history shapes development and guidance for interpreting behavior and responding effectively. View Event Information. Registration begins December 1. |
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February 12 via webinar |
Eating Disorders: What to Look For, When to Step In, and How to Help Content to include: overview of eating disorders, including ARFID and Binge Eating Disorder; diagnostic criteria, neurobiology, prevalence, and contributing factors; screening and identifying signs, symptoms, and treatment needs, including for individuals with co-occurring substance use disorders; understanding treatment levels of care, referral processes, and transitions between settings; practical guidance for recommending care, supporting families, and navigating the treatment experience from assessment through recovery. View Event Information. Registration begins December 1. |
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March 19 via webinar This event is offered with discounted registration, in collaboration with the Coalition for Expanding School-Based Mental Health and the Office of Children's Mental Health. |
Ethics & Boundaries: Navigating Blurred Lines with Adolescents in a Complex World Content to include: navigating ethical boundaries and dilemmas when working with adolescents; applying the ACA Code of Ethics to confidentiality, informed consent, and self-disclosure; balancing youth autonomy with parental rights; exploring identity, culture, and provider bias in ethical decision-making; supporting LGBTQIA+ youth through affirming and ethical care while addressing family dynamics; assessing and responding to suicide risk through ethical and culturally responsive care; fostering reflection, awareness, and integrity in adolescent practice. View Event Information. Registration begins December 1. |
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April 17 IN-PERSON in Pewaukee, Wisconsin |
Using Art and Creativity for Health Expression and Mindfulness Content to include: defining art therapy and expressive therapies; overview of the expressive therapies continuum; experiential activities using art, music, mindfulness, guided imagery, and movement for healthy expression and self-care; integrating creative methods ethically and appropriately within clinical practice; fostering various types of creativity as a tool for both client growth and practitioner well-being. View Event Information (See Note). Registration begins in March. |
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May 14 via webinar |
Decolonizing Therapy and Introduction to Brainspotting Content to include: exploring decolonizing and anti-oppressive approaches to therapy; understanding Brainspotting within the Neuroexperiential Model; allowing client-led processes that honor internal healing mechanisms and cultural resonance; applying Brainspotting to trauma and dissociation; integrating historical and intergenerational trauma-informed perspectives to support deep, community-connected healing. View Event Information. Registration begins in March. |
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June 18 via webinar |
Reflective Supervision Content to include: foundations and definition of Reflective Supervision as an empowering, trauma-informed, and culturally reverent approach; integrating Reflective Supervision within Trauma-Informed Care and Motivational Interviewing frameworks; demonstrating session structure and team conversation prompts; applying grounding techniques, feedback practices, onboarding strategies, and tools for navigating challenging conversations. View Event Information. Registration begins in March. |
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A Note on WAFCA Webinars
- Webinars are live virtual learning opportunities designed to be accessed by individuals. Group participation is not encouraged; post-webinar group discussions are a recommended alternative.
- In order to offer CE credits for these virtual learning opportunities via NBCC, WAFCA verifies attendance using Zoom. Each registrant receives a unique link that confirms their attendance and email address for CE certificates. Link sharing is not permitted, and CE credits are not available for unregistered participants.
About WAFCA-CE
For more than 25 years, WAFCA has provided quality, timely continuing education for professionals serving children and families in Wisconsin. Each year, we train more than 1,000 participants including social workers, therapists, counselors, case managers, residential care workers, parenting support aides and in-home support workers on topics ranging from family systems to addiction and trauma.
WAFCA-CE is a trusted resource for continuing education for our member agencies and other behavioral health professionals in counties and in private practice. The Wisconsin Association of Family & Children's Agencies (WAFCA) has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education ProviderTM (ACEP No.6778). Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. WAFCA is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.
For all WAFCA-CE in-person and virtual webinar trainings, certificates will be issued within 30 days of the event. Click here for more information on continuing education hours, accommodations, program concerns, and confidentiality of participant information.
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WAFCA Members and CE Subscribers pay $0! (Log in for member/subscriber rates. Contact [email protected] for support.)
- For WAFCA-CE, non-member fees are as follows:
- Webinars: $75 (4 hours)
- In-Person: $125 (6 hours)
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Cancellations: A two-week cancellation notice is requested. Participants cancelling no later than one week prior to the event will receive a full refund. Participants may arrange for a substitute but must notify WAFCA regarding substitution. To cancel or arrange for a substitute, please email [email protected] or call 608.257.5939.
Upcoming Events
Thu Dec 11, 2025Webinar - Hope and Healing Beyond Addiction: Substances, Society, and Solutions Category: WAFCA CE Training |
Thu Jan 15, 2026Webinar - Introduction and Overview of Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI®) Category: WAFCA CE Training |
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