UALR / Midsouth

Two more FREE CE opportunities from MidSOUTH. You have two opportunities to attend ASAM-IV Criteria Training with Dr. Kristin Martin. Register using one of the QR codes in the image or for In-Person training at: https://www.midsouth.ualr.edu/wconnect/ace/CourseStatus.awp?&course=C25CE012
for Virtual training at:
https://www.midsouth.ualr.edu/wconnect/ace/CourseStatus.awp?&course=C25CE013

Note: Add yourself to the waitlist. There is a priority registration period for state-identified providers. Once that closes, waitlisted individuals will be added to registration in the order they were added to the waitlist. Once added to registration, individuals will receive an email notification to that effect. Seating is limited, so add yourself to the waitlist as soon as possible.

Another FREE CE opportunity from MidSOUTH. Join us at the UA Little Rock campus on June 10, 2025 for a 6-hour training with Diane Bigler and Martha Teater. Register using the QR code in the image or this link: https://www.midsouth.ualr.edu/wconnect/ace/CourseStatus.awp?&course=C25C002

Note: Add yourself to the waitlist. There is a priority registration period for state-identified providers. Once that closes, waitlisted individuals will be added to registration in the order they were added to the waitlist. Once added to registration, individuals will receive an email notification to that effect. Seating is limited, so add yourself to the waitlist as soon as possible.

Lunch and Learn: Continuing Education Training Spotlight: Unbreakable Spirit: From ACEs to the Frontlines – Cultivating Resilience, Hope, and the Warrior Heart in Child Welfare

Speaker: Kym Laube

Course Description:

This dynamic webinar speaks directly to the heart of child welfare professionals and frontline service providers—those who walk beside children and families in their most vulnerable moments. It weaves together the critical lessons of resilience, hope, and prevention, grounded in the real-world challenges and triumphs of the child welfare field.

Rooted in the science of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and the transformative impact of Positive Childhood Experiences (PCEs), this session honors the resilience of the human spirit and the fierce commitment of those working in child welfare. Through compelling storytelling, research-backed insights, and practical tools, participants will gain a deeper understanding of how trauma-informed, healing-centered approaches can shift outcomes for children, families, and communities.

This webinar is both a source of inspiration and a call to action—offering encouragement and concrete strategies to build stronger, more supportive systems. It uplifts the voices of prevention warriors, frontline heroes, and coalition builders who, together, are reshaping the future of child welfare

Wed., April 30, 2025 | 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Please click the link below to register:
https://www.midsouth.ualr.edu/wconnect/ace/CourseStatus.awp?&course=A25CE430

Here's another free CE opportunity for you. Join us (virtually) on May 21, 2025, for a 6-hour training on Trauma, Maltreatment, and Mandated Reporting. Register using the QR code in the image or at https://www.midsouth.ualr.edu/wconnect/ace/CourseStatus.awp?&course=C25CE011 Seating is limited, so add yourself to the registration wait list as soon as possible.

Registration is open for this FREE training. Don't miss out on NASW-approved CEUs and training on ACT. Register with the QR code in the image or at https://www.midsouth.ualr.edu/wconnect/ace/CourseStatus.awp?&course=C25CE010

Continuing Education Training Spotlight:

Lunch and Learn: Ethical Integrity for Effective Family Centered Work

Speaker Stephanie Glickman

Course Description:

This lunch and learn emphasizes the importance of ethical integrity in family centered treatment and how it plays a pivotal role in building trust, promoting collaboration across systems, and ensuring successful outcomes. Participants will dive into ethical guidelines, decision-making frameworks, and effective strategies for addressing the complexities of working with families and multiple systems. Attendees will enhance their understanding of maintaining ethical standards while navigating unique family dynamics and collaborating as strong, cohesive members of comprehensive treatment teams.

Mon., March 12, 2025 | 12:00 - 1:-00 PM

Please click the link below to register:
https://www.midsouth.ualr.edu/wconnect/ace/CourseStatus.awp?&course=A25CE316

Continuing Education Training Spotlight:


Lunch and Learn: Family Centered Treatment: Bringing Treatment Home

Speaker Stephanie Glickman

Course Description:

This lunch and learn will explore the powerful benefits of Family Centered Treatment (FCT) in a home-based setting and why it is often more effective than traditional outpatient or clinic-based care. Participants will learn how delivering treatment in the home environment creates opportunities for more personalized, holistic support that meets families where they are. By addressing challenges in real-time and within the family’s natural context, FCT fosters deeper connections, stronger engagement, and long-lasting outcomes. This training will cover key strategies for implementing FCT, the need for full system collaboration, and highlight how home-based care allows for more personalized and flexible treatment, making it a highly effective approach for families in need.

Mon., February 24, 2025 | 12:00 - 1:-00 PM

Please click the link below to register:
https://www.midsouth.ualr.edu/wconnect/ace/CourseStatus.awp?&course=A25CE315

Fri., March 21, 2025 | 12:00 - 1:-00 PM

Please click the link below to register:
https://www.midsouth.ualr.edu/wconnect/ace/CourseStatus.awp?&course=A25CE317

Continuing Education Training Spotlight:

Topic: Introduction to Mental Health First Aid and Prevention Services in Arkansas

Speakers: Katie Priest & Jadyn McGrew

Wed. January 29 2025 | 12:00 - 1:-00 PM

Course Description:

This course offers an in-depth exploration of Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) and its benefits for individuals, communities, and organizations. We will examine the essential skills provided by MHFA training, such as recognizing signs of mental health challenges, responding to crises, and offering initial support and guidance. Emphasis will be placed on how MHFA enhances mental wellness and helps to reduce the stigma surrounding mental health issues. Additionally, the course will introduce attendees to the structure of substance use prevention providers in the state of Arkansas. We will explore the network of state and local organizations dedicated to promoting mental health and preventing substance abuse. By understanding this system, attendees will gain insights into available support resources, referral processes, and collaborative efforts to improve community mental health in Arkansas.

Please click the link below to register:
https://www.midsouth.ualr.edu/wconnect/ace/CourseStatus.awp?&course=A25CE228

Continuing Education Training Spotlight:

Family-Centered Treatment 101

Stephanie Glickman, LCSW, CCTP

This webinar will be offered on two different dates. Please click the link below to register for the webinar date you would like to attend:

Wed. Oct. 16 2024 | 12:00 - 1:00 PM

Please click the link below to register for this webinar:
https://www.midsouth.ualr.edu/wconnect/ace/CourseStatus.awp?&course=A25CE189

Thurs. Nov. 14 2024 | 12:00 - 1:00 PM

Please click the link below to register for this webinar:
https://www.midsouth.ualr.edu/wconnect/ace/CourseStatus.awp?&course=A25CE190

Continuing Education Training Spotlight: Free Webinars

Prevention 101: The Impact of Substance Misuse on Children & Families

Presenter: Dr Phillip McClure, McClure Professional Services

Course Description:

An introductory course that explores the profound effects of substance misuse on children and families. The course covers the physical, emotional, and social consequences of substance use disorders within families, with a focus on prevention strategies.

Continuing Education Hours: 1.5

This session will be offered on two dates with the same content. Please select from the date options below to register.

Option 1: Monday Sept. 23, 2024 from 12:30-2:00 PM

Registration Link: https://www.midsouth.ualr.edu/wconnect/ace/CourseStatus.awp?&course=A25CE118

Option 2: Friday Sept. 27, 2024 from 9:00-10:30 AM

Registration Link: https://www.midsouth.ualr.edu/wconnect/ace/CourseStatus.awp?&course=A25CE119

Continuing Education Training Spotlight:

MidSOUTH continues its Continuing Education Summer Hybrid Series!

Registration is still open for the remaining sessions. Attendees can register to attend any or all of the sessions either in person at the Fayetteville Training Academy or via zoom (Seating is limited to 20 participants for the in-person sessions).

Each course offering has a separate registration link. Participants must register for each session they would like to attend separately.
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Session 2: Myth Busters of FASD: Signs, Symptoms, and Support
Tues. July 23 2024 | 10:00 - 11:30 AM

Course Description:
This course aims to dispel common myths surrounding fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASD). Topics of discussion include common misperceptions about the signs and symptoms of FASD.

Please click the link below to register:
https://www.midsouth.ualr.edu/wconnect/ace/CourseStatus.awp?&course=A25CE016

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Session 3: Understanding Medical Symptoms of Neurodevelopmental Disorders (NDDs)
Tues. August 6 2024 | 10:00 - 11:30 AM

Course Description:
This course is designed to address the medical complexities of Neurodevelopmental disorders (NDD). NDDs come with a wide array of medical symptoms and severity. Participants will gain understanding of the physical, emotional, social and behavioral aspects of NDDs. Content includes common symptoms, co-occurring diagnoses, and interventions and support services for those with NDD.

Please click the link below to register:
https://www.midsouth.ualr.edu/wconnect/ace/CourseStatus.awp?&course=A25CE014

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Session 4: From the Classroom to the Living Room: Environmental Supports for Children with NDDS
Tues. Sept 3 2024 | 10:00 - 11:30 AM

Course Description:
We will learn how to approach support from a regulated state to assist in improving regulation, communication, and executive function support for children with NDD. This knowledge will assist in increased support in not only the school setting but will transfer to the home and community as well.

Please click the link below to register:
https://www.midsouth.ualr.edu/wconnect/ace/CourseStatus.awp?&course=A25CE015 .

Continuing Education Training Spotlight:

MidSOUTH is pleased to announce our upcoming Summer Continuing Education Hybrid Series!

We will offer four different continuing education sessions in a hybrid format. Attendees can register to attend any or all of the sessions either in person at the Fayetteville Training Academy or via zoom (Seating is limited to 20 participants for the in-person sessions).

Each course offering has a separate registration link. Participants must register for each session they would like to attend separately.

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Session 1: Introduction to Neurodevelopmental Disorders: What the community needs to know

Tues. July 9 2024 | 10:00 - 11:30 AM

Course Description:

This course will introduce the term "neurodevelopmental disorders." It will provide information related to changes within the brain and different types of this disorder. Many of you will likely recognize several disorders but learn more about others. Additionally, the way these disorders are diagnosed and treated will be explained with real-world scenarios.

Please click the link below to register:
https://www.midsouth.ualr.edu/wconnect/ace/CourseStatus.awp?&course=A25CE013

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Session 2: Myth Busters of FASD: Signs, Symptoms, and Recovery Support

Tues. July 23 2024 | 10:00 - 11:30 AM

Course Description:

This course aims to dispel common myths surrounding fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASD). Topics of discussion include common misperceptions about the signs and symptoms of FASD.

Please click the link below to register:
https://www.midsouth.ualr.edu/wconnect/ace/CourseStatus.awp?&course=A25CE016

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Session 3: Understanding Medical Symptoms of Neurodevelopmental Disorders (NDDs)

Tues. August 6 2024 | 10:00 - 11:30 AM

Course Description:

This course is designed to address the medical complexities of Neurodevelopmental disorders (NDD). NDDs come with a wide array of medical symptoms and severity. Participants will gain understanding of the physical, emotional, social and behavioral aspects of NDDs. Content includes common symptoms, co-occurring diagnoses, and interventions and support services for those with NDD.

Please click the link below to register:
https://www.midsouth.ualr.edu/wconnect/ace/CourseStatus.awp?&course=A25CE014

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Session 4: From the Classroom to the Living Room: Environmental Supports for Children with NDDS

Tues. Sept 3 2024 | 10:00 - 11:30 AM

Course Description:

We will learn how to approach support from a regulated state to assist in improving regulation, communication, and executive function support for children with NDD. This knowledge will assist in increased support in not only the school setting but will transfer to the home and community as well.

Please click the link below to register:
https://www.midsouth.ualr.edu/wconnect/ace/CourseStatus.awp?&course=A25CE015