Social Work Conference

Conference Information

Save the Date - Fall 2025 Social Work Conference

Continuing the Conversation - The Power of Practice: Social Workers Sharing What's Working

Friday, October 3, 2025 | Virtual and In-person

Presented by the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences Office of Continuing Education

CALL FOR SPEAKERS - Deadline July 25, 2025

The Medical University of South Carolina's Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences' Continuing Education Office is seeking knowledgeable and passionate presenters for our upcoming educational series focused on resources across the state of South Carolina. This program aims to provide valuable insights and information to healthcare professionals about the various resources available to enhance patient care and community health.

Topics of Interest: We are particularly interested in presentations that cover, but are not limited to:
- Artificial intelligence and the implications for social work practice
- Community health initiatives and partnerships
- Emergency preparedness and response
- Ethics
- Mental health resources and support networks
- Suicide assessment, treatment, and management treatment

Submission Guidelines: Please submit your proposal by July 25, 2025. Proposals should include:

A brief biography of the presenter(s)
Title and description of the presentation (up to 500 words)
Learning objectives and expected outcomes
Presenter(s) and credentials (ie. LISW, LMSW, etc.) and if presenting as a panel, a list of all panelists.

How to Apply: Submit your proposal via email to psych-events@musc.edu with the subject line "Call for Speakers Proposal – [Your Name]." For more information, please visit our website at Social Work Conference | College of Medicine | MUSC or contact us at psych-events@musc.edu.

Please note: all speakers are required to present in person in Charleston, South Carolina, on Friday, October 3, 2025.

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Fall 2025 Agenda & Speakers 

Please visit our agenda page for the latest sessions and confirmed speakers.

Fall 2025 Conference Credit:

The South Carolina Board of Examiners in Psychology will approve (tbd) Category A credits.

The South Carolina Board of Social Work Examiners will approve approximately (tbd) hours of designated credit, including (tbd) hour of Suicide Assessment, Treatment, and Management Treatment.

The South Carolina Board of Examiners for Licensure of Professional Counselors, Marriage and Family Therapists and Psycho-Educational Specialists will approve (tbd) hours of continuing education credit.

Registration Information *please note that the Spring Conference is ONLY Virtual*

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In-person rates (Fall only) Virtual rates (Fall and Spring)
General Rate Providers $125 $70
General Rate MUSC Providers $110 $55
General Rate Retirees $110 $55
General Rate Students/Trainees $95 $30  

Questions? Email psych-events@musc.edu

Please Note - No refunds will be offered 30 days before the conference date. Registrations are transferable, but are subject to a $25 transfer fee. Please email us for more details on how to transfer your registration. Cancellation requests will be subject to a $25 administrative fee and need to be emailed to psych-events@musc.edu. If you do not receive a payment confirmation email within two weeks of registering for this event, please email us at psych-events@musc.edu to ensure your registration and payment have been received. Registration fee includes materials and credit processing. All paid virtual registrations will receive details on how to access the online conference platform approximately one week before the conference date. 

On-Demand Conference Information

2023 Spring Social Work Conference: Understanding Dynamic Behavior in Relationships

originally recorded May 5, 2023

2023 Spring On-Demand Social Work Conference Agenda & Speakers 
Available for On-Demand Viewing: Register Now

2023 Spring On-Demand Conference Credit:

The South Carolina Board of Examiners in Psychology will approve 7.0 Category A credits.

The South Carolina Board of Social Work Examiners will approve approximately 7.0 hours of designated credit.

The South Carolina Board of Examiners for Licensure of Professional Counselors, Marriage and Family Therapists and Psycho-Educational Specialists will approve 7.0 hours of continuing education credit.

2022 Fall Social Work Conference: Tools for Recovery: Understanding and Coping after Trauma

originally recorded October 22, 2022

2022 Fall On-Demand Social Work Conference Agenda & Speakers (PDF)
Available for On-Demand Viewing, Register Now

2022 Fall On-Demand Conference Credit:

The South Carolina Board of Examiners in Psychology will approve 4.5 Category A credits.

The South Carolina Board of Social Work Examiners will approve approximately 4.5 hours of designated credit.

The South Carolina Board of Examiners for Licensure of Professional Counselors, Marriage and Family Therapists and Psycho-Educational Specialists will approve 4.5 hours of continuing education credit.

2022 Spring Social Work Conference: Trauma and Healing: Turning Empathy into Action 

originally recorded May 6, 2022

2022 Spring Social Work Conference Agenda and Speakers (PDF)
Available for On-Demand Viewing, Register Now

2022 Spring On-Demand Conference Credit:

The South Carolina Board of Examiners in Psychology will approve 6.0 Category A credits.

The South Carolina Board of Social Work Examiners will approve approximately 6.0 hours of designated credit.

The South Carolina Board of Examiners for Licensure of Professional Counselors, Marriage and Family Therapists and Psycho-Educational Specialists will approve 6.0 hours of continuing education credit.

2021 Fall Social Work Conference: Providing Emotional Support for All Ages 

originally recorded October 29, 2021

2021 Fall Social Work Conference Agenda and Speakers (PDF)
Available for On-Demand Viewing, Register Now

2021 Fall On-Demand Conference Credit:

The South Carolina Board of Examiners in Psychology will approve 5.0 Category A credits.

The South Carolina Board of Social Work Examiners will approve approximately 5.0 hours of designated credit.

The South Carolina Board of Examiners for Licensure of Professional Counselors, Marriage and Family Therapists and Psycho-Educational Specialists will approve 5.0 hours of continuing education credit.

There are no refunds for the On-Demand viewing.

Cost

Live Virtual Conference Rates (Fall & Spring)

Providers: $70.00
MUSC Providers: $55.00
Retirees: $55.00
Students/Trainees: $30.00

On-Demand Conference Rate (individual registration required)

All Providers: $70.00
Retirees: $60.00
Students/Trainees: $30.00

Please Note - No refunds will be offered 30 days before the live conference date. Registrations are transferable, please email us for more details on how to transfer your registration. If you do not receive a payment confirmation email within two weeks of registering for this event, please call us to ensure your registration and payment have been received. Registration fee includes materials and credit processing. All paid registrations will receive details on how to access the online conference platform approximately one week before the conference date. There are no refunds for the On-Demand viewing.

Registration Information

If you have complications with processing your payment, please email psych-events@musc.edu for assistance. 

Call 843-792-0175

Email psych-events@musc.edu

Or mail payment to:

Continuing Education Office
67 President Street, MSC 861
Charleston, SC 29425