Fulfill Your DSM CEU Requirement — Anytime, Anywhere

On-Demand | Self-Paced | Certificate Included
 Approved for 3 CEU Hours by the Alabama Board of Social Work Examiners

 Presented by: Dr. Jennifer Ritchie, Psy.D. & Dr. Jada Likely, DSW,LISW-S
Complete at your own pace | Maintain access for 60 days after completion
CEU certificate emailed within minutes of completing the course

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WHY THIS TRAINING?

Starting , the Alabama Board of Social Work Examiners (ABSWE) requires all Clinical Social Workers to complete 3 hours of DSM training.

This on-demand course, led by renowned psychologists and social workers, provides the latest DSM-5-TR insights while exposing the often-overlooked nuances in gender and culturally responsive diagnosis.

What You’ll Learn:

How Autism and ADHD present differently in women

Cultural influences on diagnosis and symptom presentation

Limitations of traditional diagnostic tools and best practices

 Key symptoms and interventions for Schizophrenia Spectrum Disorders

Bonus: Real-world application and case-based examples

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

Perfect for:
 
  •  Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs)
  •  Licensed Independent Social Workers (LISWs)
  • ️ Social Work Students & Interns
  • Counselors, Case Managers, & Mental Health Professionals
  • Psychologists

Approved by the Alabama Board of Social Work Examiners – 3 DSM CEU Hours

COURSE OBJECTIVES

Assessing Autism & ADHD in Women

  •  Objective 1: Recognize gender differences in Autism & ADHD to improve diagnosis and treatment
  • Objective 2: Identify unique cognitive and behavioral traits, including masking behaviors
  • Objective 3: Integrate cultural sensitivity into clinical assessments
  • Objective 4: Address the biases in current diagnostic tools and methodologies
  • Objective 5: Apply gender-informed and culturally responsive assessment strategies

Understanding the Schizophrenia Spectrum

  •  Objective 1: Identify and differentiate key symptoms of Schizophrenia Spectrum disorders
  • Objective 2: Understand biological and environmental influences on schizophrenia
  • Objective 3: Recognize effective treatment approaches and apply skills to case vignettes
  • Objective 4: Gain a foundational understanding of how schizophrenia spectrum disorders are categorized within the DSM-5-TR
  • Objective 5: Increase confidence in using DSM-5-TR criteria to support accurate diagnosis and treatment planning

INSTRUCTOR BIOS

Dr. Jada Likely, DSW,LISW-S
 

Afro-Caribbean mental health advocate and researcher on racial microaggressions in clinical practice. She is the youngest social work supervisor at the second-largest Veterans healthcare facility in the U.S. Her work centers on cultural competence, equity, and social justice.

Dr. Jennifer Ritchie, Psy.D.
 

Licensed Psychologist and Executive Director of Gateway Behavioral Health Consultants, LLC and Her Harmony Collective ADHD Coaching. Specializes in ADHD, anxiety, and mood disorders in women. She is the President of the St. Louis Psychological Association and also trains and supervises in psychological testing.

TESTIMONIALS

“Appreciative of the foresight that led to the development of such an instrumental training tool!”

— Dawn M.

“Thank you for the opportunity to give me the needed information and ongoing support and skills.”

— Robyn C.

Great course. I learned a lot. Thank you!”

— Zelia B.

“Informative – appreciated her mentioning the APA interview guides and cultural considerations.”

— Ellen S.

So glad I found this training!!”

— Ansley B.

Excellent discussion… I use the DSM-5 daily and could benefit from this course.”

— Kim C

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 COURSE DETAILS
 

  • Type: Online, On-Demand
  • CEU Hours: 3 (DSM requirement)
  • Certificate: Instant download after completion
  • Access: 60 days after completion
  • Approval: Alabama Board of Social Work Examiners (#0684)
  • Approved 3-hr DSM Training
  • Learn at your pace, from the best
  • Instant Certificate + 60 Days Access
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