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KVC strengthens families using wraparound services so children can remain with their own families and in their own communities when safely possible. We also provide foster care, reunification support, adoption, outpatient mental health therapy, in-home family services and educational support.
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About KVC West Virginia
KVC West Virginia is a private, nonprofit organization that serves over 3,000 children, teens and adults each year. Our team of caring professionals provides home- and community-based services that strengthen families and prevent foster care, outpatient mental health therapy, foster care, foster parent recruitment and support, adoption, and youth academic and mentorship programs.
We envision a world in which every person is safe and connected to a strong family and a healthy community.
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Mental Health Diagnosis Training for Social Workers & Mental Health Professionals (Earn 2 CEUs)
This training offers CEUs for social workers and licensed professional counselors, providing an engaging learning experience tailored for professionals working in West Virginia. Our Mental Health Diagnosis training will deepen your understanding of common mental health conditions, equipping you with the skills to accurately diagnose and utilize effective screening tools.
You’ll master the art of distinguishing between symptoms and ensuring precise differential diagnoses. Plus, uncover common misnomers and cautions associated with specific conditions. This training will elevate your professional expertise, empowering you to navigate the complexities of mental health with confidence and clarity.
Led by experienced trainer, Erin Keltner, our training blends interactive activities, insightful case studies, and real-life examples. Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your knowledge and make a real difference in your community. Attendees who complete the full training will receive 2 CEUs.
Register now to elevate your practice and make a difference in the lives your clients!
Objectives
In this training, Erin Keltner, LCSW, LICSW, will prepare you to:
- Better understand common mental health diagnoses
- Confidently determine diagnosis and use of screening tools/screeners
- Distinguish between symptoms and understand differential diagnosis
- Uncover common misnomers and cautions associated with specific diagnoses
*CEUs are valid for individuals in West Virginia who have a social work license or are licensed professional counselors (LPC).
Register today & earn CEUs for social workers and LPCs!
Are you a West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS) employee? Email Kristina Foster at kafoster@kvc.org to register.
Are you a West Virginia social worker or mental health professional searching for CEUs and an engaging learning experience? Register using this form:
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Meet the Presenter
Erin Keltner, LCSW, LICSW
Erin Keltner is President of KVC West Virginia, where she leads our team of caring professionals who help thousands of children, teens, families and adults each year. As President, Erin builds vibrant relationships both within our team and with our partners to provide heart-centered services to solve the challenges West Virginia children and families are experiencing.
With over 20 years of experience, she has held many roles in child welfare and mental health from direct care to leadership. Erin holds a master’s degree in social work from the University of Kentucky and a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Transylvania University. She is a licensed clinical social worker in Kentucky and a licensed independent clinical social worker in West Virginia. Learn more about Erin at kvcwv.org/leadership.