WAFCA Continuing Education & Professional Development Program 2026

 

*MARCH CE EVENT CANCELED* 
Our March 19 event was canceled due to a presenter's unexpected health crisis.
Please explore our upcoming opportunities, including two more Ethics & Boundaries events!
Upcoming Events:

April 17
9:00am -
4:00pm CT
(with 1hr lunch)

IN-PERSON in Pewaukee, Wisconsin

Using Art and Creativity for Health Expression and Mindfulness
Presenter: Emily Goldstein-Nolan, LPC, ATRL, ATR, BC, SEP

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.

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May 14
10:00am -
2:30pm CT
(with 30min lunch)

via webinar

Decolonizing Therapy and Introduction to Brainspotting
Presenter: Regina Guthrie Faridnia, MSW, LCSW, PhD, SEP

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.

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June 18
8:30am -
12:30pm CT

via webinar

Reflective Supervision
Presenters: Adesola Oni, LICSW and Shawn Smith, MINT Certified Trainer

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. 

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July 16
10:00am -
2:30pm CT
(with 30min lunch)

via webinar

Ethics & Boundaries: The Use of AI in Human Services
Presenter: Marina Badillo-Diaz, LCSW, DSW

Content to include: exploring the ethical and responsible use of artificial intelligence (AI) in human services; understanding core functions and practical applications; examining ethical challenges including bias, privacy, and decision-making transparency; integrating AI responsibly within clinical and professional frameworks; practicing AI tools for tasks such as client communication and documentation while maintaining values-driven, ethical practice.

View Event Information. Registration Begins June 1.

August 13
9:00am -
4:30pm CT

(with 90min lunch)

IN-PERSON in Wisconsin Dells

DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) for Adolescents: Theory, Family Engagement, and Growing Motivation
Presenter: Henry Boeh, PhD

Content to include: introduction to Dialectical Behavior Therapy for Adolescents (DBT-A) and the bio-social model for understanding dysregulated emotions and behaviors; overview of individual, skills and family strategies; guidance on reducing teen-family conflict through Walking the Middle Path; strategies for engaging families and increasing motivation and commitment; application of skills to common challenges such as self-harm, suicidal ideation, substance use, and school refusal; roleplays and practice to enhance understanding and skill implementation.

View Event Information. Registration Begins June 1.

September 17
10:00am -
2:30pm CT
(with 30min lunch)

via webinar

Cultural Humility in Practice: Understanding and Supporting Latinx Youth and Families
Presenter: Ramfis L. Márquez, PhD, LPC

Content to include: exploring the intersection of culture, trauma, and mental health in Latinx youth and families through cultural humility; examining generational trauma, acculturation, colorism, spirituality, and migration history; applying culturally humble and trauma-informed strategies for assessment, engagement, and intervention; enhancing rapport, trust, and participation with Latinx clients and families; using reflective practice and case examples to improve outcomes across diverse service settings. 

View Event Information. Registration Begins June 1.

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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.


Fees & More...

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)

Interested in learning more about WAFCA Agency Membership? Contact Kathy Markeland at [email protected].

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.