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Questions about licensure? 

The North Dakota Board of Social Work Examiners is responsible for licensing social workers in the state of North Dakota. Visit their website for more information. 


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Stay updated on all things Interstate Licensure Compact and removal of the ASWB Exam for Social Work Licensure on our Advocacy Page.


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NASW-ND opposes the use of the ASWB social work licensure exam at all levels and recommends using graduation from a BSW and MSW accredited program as an adequate measure of competency for obtaining a LBSW and LMSW license."

NASW-ND Advocacy Committee and Board of Directors calls for the North Dakota Board of Social Work Examiners (NDBSWE) to take actionable steps to remove the social work licensure exam requirement for licensed BSW and MSW social workers.

READ FULL LETTER HERE


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The 2025 State of the State report for LGBTQ+ Youth


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Giving Tuesday


This Giving Tuesday, consider sponsoring a student for NASW membership. NASW-ND has students on waitlists, wishing for sponsorship. 

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virtual book club 

nasw-nd participates in a virtual book club to earn continuing education credit. past book selections have included dare to lead by brené brown, so you want to talk about race by ijeoma oluo, the midnight library by matt haig, and ask again, yes by mary beth keane.

* no more than ten (10) contact hours may be completed by independent learning per licensure cycle.

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CALL TO ACTION: HB 1430

Legislators are seeking to OVERTURN a North Dakota rule for social workers practicing in the state which states “conversion or reparative therapy” is a violation of the social work code of ethics if practiced by a ND licensed social worker. These administrative rules were proposed by the ND Board of Social Work Examiners and passed by the Administrative Rules Committee in June 2021.

This bill would reverse the rule with this line: “It is NOT [emphasis added] an ethical violation for a licensee to offer an individual questioning the individual's sexuality or gender a treatment plan or counseling plan that aligns with heterosexuality or the individual's biological sex.” Further, it would allow the harmful practice of conversion therapy on minors with only their parents’ consent.
To read the bill, find out about Actions, Committee Hearings, and Testimony related to this bill, go to this link and click on the appropriate tab.

How YOU can make an impact!

Email the Committee

  • Find the committee member emails and a draft email at the link here.
Share on Social Media
  • Encourage your social work friends and colleagues to stop this dangerous bill by sharing the below image on social media. A post can also be found on the NASW-ND Facebook Page.
Watch the Committee
  • To watch legislative hearings on this bill, go to this link, click on the Hearings tab to determine the committee, date, and time of the hearing then go to this link to find and click on the video for the hearing.


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Interstate Social Work Licensure Compact


One key piece of legislation already on our radar is the Interstate Social Work Licensure Compact. Accepted by the Interim Workforce Committee and given a DO PASS recommendation by the House Human Services Committee, the compact seeks to streamline licensing across compact states, making it easier for social workers to practice across state lines. To date, 22 states have adopted the compact, with more expected to follow during this legislative session. Learn more about its benefits and implications by visiting the .

For further legislative updates on bills that affect social workers and our clients, watch your emails for membership only updates and consider joining the Advocacy Committee!

Read more about the compact on our advocacy webpage!



More Legislative Session Information

NASW-ND is dedicated to keeping our members informed about North Dakota's 69th Legislative Assembly, beginning January 7, 2025. Stay updated through our advocacy page and monthly e-Blasts. Not a member yet? Join today to access exclusive updates and stay engaged throughout this important legislative session!

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Make your voice heard in the 2025 North Dakota Legislative Session by watching this Advocacy 101 training! It covers the basics of the state legislature, how the legislative session works, how to share your public testimony, and a tour of the legislative website. This training is especially geared toward those who have little or no experience with the state legislature but want to take action on issues they care about. 


Join Us in Shaping ND's Future

The North Dakota legislative session is just around the corner, and NASW-ND is gearing up for a busy season of advocacy. Our work will focus on reviewing bills, drafting testimony, and championing legislation that supports and advances the profession of social work and the communities we serve.

Important January Dates Mark your calendars for these key dates as we kick off the 2025 legislative session:
  • Friday, January 3, at 12:30 p.m. CST: Weekly NASW-ND Advocacy Committee meetings begin.
  • Tuesday, January 7: First day of the legislative session.
  • Monday, January 20: Martin Luther King Jr. Day and US Presidential Inauguration Day; deadline for Representatives to introduce bills.
  • Monday, January 27: Deadline for Senate to introduce bills.
  • Friday, January 31: Deadline for introducing resolutions

Get Involved: Your Profession Needs You!

Are you passionate about shaping the future of social work in North Dakota? Do you want to stay informed and make your voice heard during this legislative session? Consider joining the NASW-ND Advocacy Committee, where you’ll play a direct role in advancing our priorities and strengthening the profession.

Whether you’re ready to join the committee or simply want to stay updated, keep an eye on your inbox for opportunities to engage throughout the session. Your voice matters, and together, we can make a lasting impact.

It takes a village to drive meaningful change—let’s work together to make a difference!

Kristin Rubbelke, Executive Director

NASW North Dakota Chapter


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In 2025, the NASW-ND Advocacy Committee will be meeting on Fridays at 12:30 p.m. CST. We need your help to advocate for our profession and for the well-being of those we serve during this legislative session. Together, we can make a difference! For more information check out our advocacy committee webpage!

Please email info.naswnd@socialworkers.org with interest or for more information!

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COVID-19 Resources

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NASW has been working on multiple fronts to prevent the spread of COVID-19 and ensure access to services, such as teletherapy. Social workers are in a unique position to promote disease prevention efforts.

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So You Want to Be Your Own Boss? How to Build a Successful Private Practice

Date: Thursday, January 30, 2025

Time: 10:00am–5:00pm CDT

Virtual Platform: Zoom

Speaker: Sarah Buino, LCSW, RDDP, CADC, CDWF, NMT

Cost: 12 CEUs / $199 Nonmember / $159 NASW Member

Description: So you want to be your own boss? Many therapists feel pulled by the allure of private practice but have no idea where to begin. Some hang their shingle and wait for the phone to ring only to sit twiddling their thumbs, asking, “Where are the clients?” With a few expert tips, running your own private practice can be a breeze. This course will provide an overview of what you need to start and maintain a private practice. You’ll learn the business 101s including insurance, business structure, and basic financials. You’ll also have the opportunity to create your brand and begin a marketing plan. Participants will leave the course with sample forms and actionable next steps for building a thriving business. To get the most out of this training, please bring your laptop or tablet and have your practice license number available.
 

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So You Want to Be Your Own Boss? How to Build a Successful Private Practice

So You Want to Be Your Own Boss? How to Build a Successful Private Practice

Date: Friday, January 31, 2025

Time: 10:00am–5:00pm 

Virtual Platform: Zoom

Speaker: Sarah Buino, LCSW, RDDP, CADC, CDWF, NMT

Cost: 12 CEUs / $199 Nonmember / $159 NASW Member

Description: So you want to be your own boss? Many therapists feel pulled by the allure of private practice but have no idea where to begin. Some hang their shingle and wait for the phone to ring only to sit twiddling their thumbs, asking, “Where are the clients?” With a few expert tips, running your own private practice can be a breeze. This course will provide an overview of what you need to start and maintain a private practice. You’ll learn the business 101s including insurance, business structure, and basic financials. You’ll also have the opportunity to create your brand and begin a marketing plan. Participants will leave the course with sample forms and actionable next steps for building a thriving business. To get the most out of this training, please bring your laptop or tablet and have your practice license number available.
 

REGISTER HERE

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Fundamentals of Individual Clinical Social Work Supervision

Date: Wednesday, February 5, 2025

Time: 1:00 to 5:00pm CT 

Presenter: Natalie K. Holzman, LCSW

Virtual Platform: Zoom Meeting

Cost: 4.0 Clinical Supervision CEUs / $100 Nonmember / $60 NASW Member

Description: This course qualifies for clinical supervision CEUs in Illinois. Aimed at both new and experienced supervisors, this course will cover what all supervisors need to know in order to engage most effectively, legally, and ethically with their supervisees. New supervisors can expect clear models for supervision, especially at the front end, to help them implement the complex set of supervisory tasks. Experienced supervisors in both practice settings and private practice can expect reinforcing on what they already do well to help them function more effectively and consistently. Administrative supervisors will learn how to facilitate highly effective service to clients and job satisfaction for staff by understanding the bottom line benefit of clinical supervision (i.e., improve client outcomes, boost morale and reduce staff burnout). All eligible attendees will be able to enter into the next edition of the NASW-Illinois Chapter Supervisor Registry, made available to individuals looking for clinical supervisors.

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Social Work Licensure Test Review Course

Date: February 10, 2025

Time: 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Presenter: Linda McClerklin, PhD

Virtual Platform: Zoom 

CEUs: 8.0 available 

Description: This course will help participants develop successful test-taking strategies for answering licensure examination questions and will review material in each of the content areas on the examination. 

COST:
Early Bird (Before 01.20.25): 8 CEUs / $149 Nonmember / $99 NASW Member
General Registration (01.21.25-02.05.25): 8 CEUs / $174 Nonmember / $124 NASW Member

REGISTER HERE

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Social Work Licensure Test Review Course

Date: February 11, 2025

Time: 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Presenter: Linda McClerklin, PhD

Virtual Platform: Zoom 

CEUs: 8.0 available 

Description: This course will help participants develop successful test-taking strategies for answering licensure examination questions and will review material in each of the content areas on the examination. 

COST:
Early Bird (Before 01.20.25): 8 CEUs / $149 Nonmember / $99 NASW Member
General Registration (01.21.25-02.05.25): 8 CEUs / $174 Nonmember / $124 NASW Member

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Alzheimer’s Disease and Other Dementias: What Do Social Workers Need to Know?

Date: Thursday, February 13

Time: 12:00pm to 1:30pm CDT

Presenter: Elizabeth Gould, MSW, LCSW

Virtual Platform: Zoom

Cost: 1.5 CEUs* (fulfills IL Alzheimer’s Disease and Other Dementias Training requirement)

Description: Currently, an estimated 6.5 million Americans age 65 and older are living with dementia. Individuals and families are struggling with how to navigate getting a diagnosis, living with dementia, and obtaining support. Participants will learn about four common dementia diagnoses, the diagnostic process including screening and assessment, effective communication strategies, understanding behavior and dementia care management and care planning, and supported decision making.

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Understanding Medical Aid in Dying in Clinical Practice

Date: Feb 18, 2025

Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM CST

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Description: This NASW-NV event will equip you with the knowledge necessary to understand better medical aid in dying and the appropriate resources to better address your patients’ concerns.

Speaker: Ashley D. Fry

Cost: 1 CEU / $15 Nonmember / FREE NASW Member / FREE Student (No CEU)

REGISTER HERE

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Overview of Services and Benefits for People with Developmental Disabilities

Date: Mar 05, 2025,

Time: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM CST

Zoom

Description: This NASW-IL Northeastern District CEU presentation will provide a definition of developmental and intellectual disabilities (IDD).

Presenter: Rocío Perez, LCSW, and Susan Agrawal, PhD

Cost: 2.0 CEUs / $30 Nonmember / $10 NASW-IL Member / $20 All Other NASW Members

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Co-Sponsorship: Understanding and Addressing Post-Incarceration Syndrome: A Clinical Approach

Date: Mar 06, 2025

Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Zoom

Description: Join us for a comprehensive training on on understanding and treating Post-Incarceration Syndrome (PICS) to better equip clinicians to best support individuals affected by incarceration to support reentry and recovery.

Cost: 3 CEUs/$75/NASW members save $10! Contact NASW-IL with your NASW ID # to register

REGISTER HERE

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We Stand for Social Justice

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NASW is committed to ending racism through public education, social justice advocacy and professional training.
Learn about NASW's national social justice activities

NASW-ND is committed to social justice for all and to ending racism. We are mobilized and increasing our efforts in the face of America's racism pandemic.
Read NASW-ND's Statement

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Complimentary resources, webinars and CEUs available.

The North Dakota Chapter is joining NASW’s national Connect to End COVID-19 effort, a CDC-funded initiative to support social workers and their clients in informed vaccine decision-making. 

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