Southwest Center for Human Relations Studies (SWCHRS)

SWCHRS Live Learning Lab

Accessible and relevant professional development for Social Workers

CEUs for Social Workers

The SWCHRS Live Learning Lab fills a critical gap by offering flexible, relevant, and accessible opportunities for CEUs. The SWCHRS Live Learning Lab ensures social workers across the country meet their state CEU requirements. By providing engaging and affordable learning experiences, we support social workers across the Southwest region and beyond in sustaining the health of the profession while improving the quality of care for individuals, families, and communities.

Many programs are eligible for continuing education contact hours for social workers. Sessions that include an NASW Approval # and the official NASW statement in their description have been approved by the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) for continuing education contact hours.

For programs that are not NASW-approved, this statement will not appear, and no approval number will be listed.

Upcoming Trainings

Webinar Sessions

Varied CEUs $15-20 Per CEU

Focused half-day workshops exploring real-world ethical challenges and decision-making frameworks for social work practice.

Upcoming Sessions:

Responding to Suicide Risk: Assessment and Treatment (NASW Approval # 886970186-1332) — Sept. 30, 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM CT (2 CEUs)

SWCHRS CEU Day

7 CEUs $125

Upcoming full-day workshops at the Anne and Henry Zarrow School of Social Work that explores real-world ethical challenges and decision-making frameworks for your practice.

This program is Approved by the National Association of Social Workers (Approval # 886970186-5899) for 7 continuing education contact hours.

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Managing Civil Discourse Webinar Series

10 CEUsLearn More $259 for all

Tuesdays at 2-4 PM Central Time from July 28, 2026, through August 25, 2026

This series focuses on selecting the right conflict resolution model based on situational needs and applying proven techniques to maintain productive dialogue in professional and academic settings.

This program is Approved by the National Association of Social Workers (Approval # 886970186-2325) for 10 continuing education contact hours.

Learning Lab Session Details and Registration

Responding to Suicide Risk: Assessment and Treatment (NASW Approval # 886970186-1332)

Live Learning Lab — Leena Said

Date & Time: September 30, 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM CT

Location: Virtual (Zoom)

Session Details: Suicide is among the most serious challenges clinicians encounter, yet many practitioners report feeling underprepared to have direct, compassionate conversations with clients who may be at risk. This workshop provides a foundational framework for understanding and responding to suicide risk in clinical settings. Participants will begin with a grounding in the epidemiology of suicide in the United States, including prevalence, population-level risk factors, and current trends, before moving into the relational and clinical skills that make these conversations possible.

This training offers practical guidance for clinicians on how to initiate and sustain a therapeutic conversation about suicidal ideation, how to conduct a structured screening and assessment, and how to use clinical judgment to navigate disposition decisions. Rather than treating risk assessment as a procedural checklist, this workshop positions it as a clinical encounter rooted in relationships, curiosity, and collaboration. Participants will leave with both a conceptual framework and concrete tools they can apply immediately in their practice.

Learners who attend this workshop will be able to:

1. Describe a relational approach to engaging clients in conversations about suicidal ideation.

2. Apply a structured framework for conducting suicide risk screening and assessment.

3. Identify key factors that inform disposition of decisions following a suicide risk assessment.

This program is Approved by the National Association of Social Workers (Approval # 886970186-1332) for 2 continuing education contact hours.

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Speaker

Jon Kratz, LCSW — MSW Program Coordinator & Clinical Associate Professor, the University of Oklahoma

Speaker Bio: Jonathan Kratz, MSW, LCSW is a Clinical Associate Professor at the University of Oklahoma. He teaches across the direct practice curriculum in the Anne and Henry Zarrow School of Social Work including courses in mental health, advanced clinical social work, and the integrative seminar. He is a SME for the Healthcare Initiatives Team at the Suicide Prevention Research Center and his work at OU focuses on clinical pedagogy related to Motivational Interviewing, Suicide Prevention/Intervention/Postvention, and High-Fidelity Clinical Simulations. Jonathan is a member of the Motivational Interviewing Network of Trainers (MINT).

Our Mission

The SWCHRS Live Learning Lab strengthens human services practice in the Southwest region and beyond by providing flexible, relevant, and accessible continuing education opportunities. Through both face-to-face sessions and live interactive webinars, we support social workers and other human services professionals in meeting licensure requirements while fostering professional growth, resilience, and innovation. Our high-quality learning experiences empower practitioners to respond effectively to changing needs and create lasting impact in the lives of individuals, families, and communities

What Is the Live Learning Lab?

The Live Learning Lab is a flexible, accessible series of online and in-person learning opportunities. Sessions are led by experienced practitioners and faculty and focus on topics that matter in everyday practice—trauma, ethics, supervision, interdisciplinary collaboration, community engagement, and more.

Labs are:

Interactive: Expect discussion, reflection, and applied activities.
Practice-focused: Centered on real-world scenarios and tools you can use immediately.
Designed for busy professionals: Offered in convenient blocks of time, with clear expectations for participation.

FAQs

How do I earn CEUs?

Participants earn CEUs by completing all required course components by attending the live webinar and completing a survey, that can be found in their account. CEU certificates will be sent out one week after the webinar.

How long will I have access to a course?

Participants retain access to the recorded session for one full year from the date of purchase or registration, which allows them to revisit the content.

When and how do I get my certificate?

Participants should complete the survey as soon as possible. One week after the webinar, staff will verify and send out the CEU certificates. If you still do not have the certificate email after 2 weeks, please reach out to swchrs@ou.edu for assistance.

Will these hours count for my social work license?

What if I lose my certificate?

Participants can download an additional copy using the download link in their emails. If they need assistance, the team can resend it upon request.

Are there any discounts available?

Yes. We offer 10% off for OU staff and faculty, and 25% off for social work students from any school (with valid Student ID/verification).

A group discount of 10% off is set to automatically activate once participants add 10 or more people in a single transaction.

Students of the Anne and Henry Zarrow School of Social Work receive free registration as part of our partnership.

Do you accept group orders?

Yes. Participants receive 10% off with a group of 10 or more people in a single transaction within the CVENT system.

Please note: Students may be included in a group registration; however, student registrations do not count toward the 10-person minimum and are not eligible for the 10% group discount.

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