Continuing Education

Mastering Your Craft: The Role of Continuing Education in Professional Development

Access a wide range of online courses designed to help mental health professionals earn continuing education credits. Stay informed while enhancing your knowledge and skills with tailored courses for mental health professionals.

Session 1: Counseling Interventions and Evidence-Based Treatment of Children and Youth Certificate Series

Addressing Neurodiversity with Neuro-Affirming Approaches

The first session in the ACA Certificate in Counseling Interventions and Evidence-Based Treatment for Specific Issues with Children and Youth series explores how counselors can be instrumental in supporting neurodiverse youth and their families in the home, school and community by incorporating strengths-based approaches to treatment. Culturally responsive, trauma-aware and neurobiologically informed approaches to assist with the behavioral, cognitive and emotional needs of neurodiverse youth can help achieve health outcomes.

Unlocking the Power of Nature in Counseling: The Eco-Wellness Approach

Explore the impact of Eco-Wellness on mental health, environmental justice and resilience. Gain practical tools to empower clients and embrace an inclusive, sustainable approach to holistic wellness while deepening your understanding of Eco-Wellness principles and their seamless integration into traditional counseling settings.

The Impact of Climate Change on Mental Health

Climate change is a pressing issue affecting individuals around the globe. Focused on the intersection of climate crises and mental health, gain a deeper understanding of the psychological dimensions of eco-anxiety and actionable strategies you can apply with your clients.

Ways to Receive Continuing Education Credit

Professional Development Center

Earn continuing education credit by taking advantage of ACA's online professional development programming. Here you can access innovative educational content created for the counseling profession. Learn in a variety of formats such as video-based courses, education sessions, and webinars; as well as text-based book chapters and journal articles.

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ACA Conference & Expo

When you attend our flagship educational and professional development event, you'll have the opportunity to receive Continuing Education (CE) credit hours. Also as an attendee, you'll explore new strategies for self-care, advocate for the counseling care of tomorrow, and access the latest tools and resources to support your clients. Attend our conference and enjoy networking.

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