DSM-5 for Children, Adolescents, Adults, & Families University Consortium for Children and Families (UCCF) Course

This 2-day training will discuss the process of engagement and the important role of caregivers and teams/collaboration in the assessment, intervention and treatment of children’s mental health concerns that are sometimes difficult to approach and understand. Abuse, neglect, and other trauma often have negative impacts upon the emotional and mental health of children (including infants, toddlers and preschoolers), adolescents and families. As a result, it is important that social workers promptly identify the mental health needs of children, adolescents, and families served by the child welfare system. This training will outline the major childhood and adult diagnostic categories and updates of the DSM-5. In addition, participants will learn to recognize the possible behavioral, psychological, emotional, and social manifestations that may be present in children and adolescents who have been exposed to abuse, neglect, or trauma. Participants will learn about the assessment of children, adolescents and families needing mental health services and the importance of expeditiously linking them to proper mental health services. Participants will become familiar with the DSM-5. Vignettes and case examples will be used to illustrate the behavioral indicators of psychopathological disturbances and demonstrate the application of the DSM-5.

The University Consortium for Children and Families (UCCF) is offering a limited number of spaces in courses free of charge exclusively to USC MSW and DSW alumni. This course offers 12 credit hours(CH)/Continuing Education Units (CEUs).

A $40 deposit will be refunded at the conclusion of the course, pending verification of your attendance. Note: Courses are offered on a one course, per student, per calendar year basis (January 1 through December 31), so please only register for one course.

These courses meet the Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) criteria for Continuing Education (CEUs) for LCSWs in California. The courses are intended to help you stay apprised of recent developments and standards in clinical practice. To find out which courses are required for your licensure renewal, please visit the BBS website.