Continued Education Unit Programs
As a Department, we seek to serve our own community by providing Continued Education Units opportunities for social workers free of charge.
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View our upcoming events 24-25
On October 16,2024, Michelle George (MSW, LCSW, BCD) will be discussing Preparing Students for Inter-Professional Education (IPE). 1 CEU and will be a virtual event held from 12:00-1:00 pm.Â
On November 6, 2024, Tara Piechowicz (MSW) will be discussing PA Policy Engagement for Practicioners. 1 CEU and will be a virtual event held from 12:00-1:00 pm.
On February 5, 2025, Stacey Barker (PhD) will be discussing Fostering Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the Social Work Profession through Social Work Educational Policies and Practice. 1 CEU and will be a virtual event held from 12:00-1:00 pm.
On March 19, 2025, Chris Rich (LCSW) will be discussing Social Work Ethics. 3 CEU and is an IN-PERSON event at Messiah University from 8:30 am-11:30am. Morning refreshements/coffee/tea will be served. (Attending Messiah Alums will recieve a special gift from the Alumni Office.)
On April 2, 2025, Karen Mumma (MSW, LCSW) will be discussing Compassion Fatigue. 1 CEU and will be a virtual event held from 12:00-1:00 pm.
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Session Abstract:
The division in our society continues to hurt community relationships. Intentional dialogue is an evidence-based intervention to encourage authentic conversations and promote understanding. This session will introduce participants to the concept and practice of intentional dialogue. In addition, the participants will be able to apply the knowledge during the session by engaging in intentional dialogue with fellow participants
Learning Objectives:
Learn the concept and practice of intentional dialogues. Know the guidelines and steps to engage in intentional dialogues.
ºÚÁÏÍø the Presenter
Dr. Ling Dinse has been a PA-licensed social worker for 26 years and taught in higher education for 10 years. She is an active speaker in the areas of racial reconciliation, marriage enrichment, parenting, and social justice. Dr. Dinse enjoys academic research, and her research topics center on encouraging relational healing, with current topics including church trauma and the development of civil conversations. Originally from Hong Kong, Dr. Dinse completed her B.A. and MSW degrees at the State University of New York at Buffalo. Dr. Dinse received her Doctor of Social Work degree at Millersville University, PA.
Contact Debbie Chopka (dchopka@messiah.edu) if you have questions