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Gov. Kelly Signs Landmark Bill Impacting Mental Health …

WEBNASW Kansas Chapter joined other lawmakers and Gov. Laura Kelly today to celebrate the passage in April of House Bill 2208. The Bill also contains historic licensing reform changes that NASW-KS Chapter has fought for and was able to include in this Bill that will expand access to licensed social workers. Social workers working toward …

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Telehealth Changes: Regulatory and Licensing Changes — NASW

WEBThe Kansas Legislature passed the Kansas Telemedicine Act, which is effective Jan. 1, 2019. The Act brings provider use and consumer/patient-initiated use of these services together under one definition: The Act states telemedicine shall be provided by means of real-time two-way interactive audio, visual, or audio-visual communications

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Historic Reforms — NASW

WEBLandmark Licensing Reforms to Decrease Barriers for Social Workers . Senate Bill 131 a bipartisan bill was signed into law on May 9th to expand the state’s mental health and health care workforce and improves access to care. HB 2340 was inserted into Senate Bill 131 inConference Committee.. HB 2340 streamlines the process for …

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Senate Committee Passed Out Compact Bill Favorably — NASW

WEBSenate Public Health and Welfare Committee held a hearing on HB 2484 on Monday - March 18th. The Committee was presented with 16 pieces of written testimony in favor of the Bill and three individuals who testified orally in favor of the bill. There was no opposition testimony in writing in or

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What We Do — NASW

WEBWhat We Do — NASW. Kansas Chapter is dedicated to helping our members connect, develop professional skills and support your evolving needs. We do so by providing year-round programming, continuing education programs and leading statewide advocacy efforts. As the premier social work organization, Kansas Chapter is dedicated to the future and

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Back to School with Social Workers — NASW

WEBThis Guest Editorial was printed in Hutchinson News and the Topeka Capitol Journal. School Social Workers are the behavior health “glue” who work with students to overcome mental health challenges.Thank you to Wendy Funk Schrag, President of NASW-Kansas Chapter Board ofDirector for her leadership with this guest opinion …

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Member Benefits — NASW

WEBProfessional Consultation: NASW-KS staff are exclusively available to members who have questions about practice situations, continuing education, licensure, legislative reforms, etc. Consultation Line: 785-354-4804. Ethics Consultation: NASW-KS seeks to support you in adhering to the ethical and legal standards held by the social work profession.

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Licensure Examination

WEBHow about the morning focusing on Legal and Ethical Issues for Licensed Mental Health Professionals? Attend the annual in-person prep course to help social workers at all levels of licensure prepare for the examination.

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POSTPONED Due to COVID-19 =. Heartland Clinical Behavioral

WEBOVERVIEW: The Heartland Clinical Behavioral Health Symposium will present 9 experts on diagnostic and treatment modalities to include the following: May 5, 2020 . Vicarious Liability and Ethics-Terri Cooley-Bennett, LCSW, LSCSW, CCDP-D, TTS. May 6, 2020 . State of Mental Health in Kansas - Kari Bruffett Diagnosis and Treatment: …

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Opportunities — NASW

WEBWith your support, NASW-Kansas Chapter advocates for social workers at the state licensing board to balance the public’s interest with our professional needs as social workers. The NASW-Kansas Chapter advocates on your behalf by voicing the concerns of social workers during state discussions of compensation, reasonable caseloads, and more.

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Connect to End Covid-19 — NASW

WEBThe COVID-19 vaccine is safe and effective for most people ages 6 months and older. Talk to your family’s doctor about immunizations and boosters today. Measles, Mumps & Rubella (MMR): Measles is a serious and very contagious disease – it can even be deadly. Fortunately, we have highly effective immunizations for measles, mumps and rubella.

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Social Work Compact Bill Passed the KS House — NASW

WEBExciting News! 🎉🥳 The Social Work Licensing Compact Bill (HB2484) that NASW Kansas Chapter has championed for the past year passed the Kansas House with a vote of 118-2. Thank you to all the social workers who let their voices be heard and contacted their state representative. Next step is to get a hearing in the Senate Public …

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Virtual: Behavioral Health Care and Ethics — NASW

WEBNeed Your 3 Ethics Hours? Looking for Variety and Unique Training Opportunity Join NASW KS Chapter and NASW-OK Members for this unique opportunity. 6 CEU Hours for the Day 3 General CEUs for the Morning and 3 Ethics CEUs in Afternoon Half Day or Full Day Registration Available Here

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Heartland Social Work Virtual Conference — NASW

WEBNASW-Kansas Chapter in collaboration with the NASW-Oklahoma is honored to come together for this must-attend event of the year with dynamic speakers and cutting-edge workshops. This year's event will be held virtually and over a two week time-period in order to allow attendees additional flexibility throughout the day and the course of the week.

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Exam Prep — NASW

WEBMay 7th -2024. 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM. Dawn Apgar, PhD, LSW, ACSW has helped thousands of social workers across the country pass the ASWB examinations associated with all levels of licensure. She is widely known as one of the leading experts in social work licensure exam preparation. More information on NASW Kansas Chapter Events Page. Register …

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“The Opposite of Suicide” — NASW

WEBKS NASW Members receive discount code contact [email protected] for code. This virtual training meets KS BSRB CEU. It also meets MO licensure requirements for suicide assessment and treatment. Presentation Title “The Opposite of Suicide” Learning objectives: Participants

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