Seasonal Affective Disorder & Self-Care
Mon | Nov 7 | 6pm-9pm Eastern Time/US
3 CE’s
Seasonal Affective Disorder & Self-Care
Course Description
Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a form of depression also known as SAD. In the Diagnostic Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5), this disorder is identified as a type of depression – Major Depressive Disorder with Seasonal Pattern. According to the American Psychiatric Association, people with SAD "experience mood changes and symptoms similar to depression. The symptoms usually occur during the winter months."
In this interactive workshop, exercises involving self-care, mindfulness, nutrition, and exercise will be explored and experienced. We will consider the mental, physical, and emotional benefits of self-care and mindfulness. We will create and experience self-care and mindful activities for direct implementation in your personal and professional life.
About the Instructor
Michael Chiappone, LCSW
Michael Chiappone has been a Social Worker for the past 17 years. His work has primarily focused on assisting people who are homeless, mentally ill, or living with Substance Use Disorder. He also sees clients who seek help for a variety of reasons. For most of his career, he worked at Hope House Ministries, a highly respected not-for-profit agency. He held two positions at Hope House, Director of Project Hope II, a program that worked specifically with the chronic homeless population. He also assisted in developing and implementing Hope Academy, a non-traditional, long-term treatment facility for substance abuse. Currently, he works full-time as a Coordinator of a SUD treatment facility.
One of Michael’s passions is learning and teaching. Michael has had the opportunity to teach college-level courses as an Adjunct Professor at the School of Social Welfare at Stony Brook. He taught a foundation course entitled Human Behavior and the Social Environment. He also had the opportunity to develop courses including Spirituality and Addiction as well as Self-Care for Social Workers.
One of Michael’s passions is learning and teaching. Michael has had the opportunity to teach college-level courses as an Adjunct Professor at the School of Social Welfare at Stony Brook. He taught a foundation course entitled Human Behavior and the Social Environment. He also had the opportunity to develop courses including Spirituality and Addiction as well as Self-Care for Social Workers.
Licensing Board Approvals
All live-online courses are approved by the following:
ACE - ASWB | CE Broker | NADAAC | NBCC | NYS | OASAS
The following states recognize these courses for CEs
AL, AK, AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, DE, FL, GA, HI, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MS, MO, MT, NE, NV, NH, NM, NC, ND, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY
Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program
CHI Professional Development Inc, #1776, is approved to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work
Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education(ACE) program. Organizations, not individual courses, are approved as ACE providers. State and provincial regulatory boards have the final authority to determine whether an individual course may be accepted for continuing education credit. CHI Professional Development, Inc. maintains responsibility for this course. ACE provider approval period: 8/16/21-8/16/25.
NAADAC Approved Education Provide CHI
Professional Development, Inc has been approved by as a NAADAC Approved Education Provider, for educational credits. NAADAC Provider #234330, CHI Professional Development, Inc is responsible for all aspects of their programming.
National Board for Certified Counselors
CHI Professional Development has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7194. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. CHI Professional Development is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.
New York State Education Department's State Board for Social Work
CHI Professional Development, Inc. is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Social Work as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed social workers #SW-0538
New York State Education Department's State Board for Mental Health Professionals
CHI Professional Development, Inc. is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Mental Health Practitioners as an approved provider for continuing education for licensed mental health counselors #MHC-0173
OASAS
CHI Professional Development, Inc. is OASAS certified to provide CASAC renewal and CPP/CPS hours #1343
New York State Education Department's State Board for DASA.
CHI Professional Development, Inc is recognized by the NYS Department of Education as a DASA course provider.
Course Delivery Method and Format
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Live-Online Interactive courses are hosted on the ZOOM platform
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You can interact with the lecturer by using the chat function or verbally
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Participants of the course must have the capability of audio and viewing video. Closed Caption is available.
How to Register
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Select the class you wish to register for.
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Enter all requested information.
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Please note, enter your name and how you would like your certificate to be printed.
How do I Sign In?
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Once you register check your email. The link for the course will be sent by ZOOM.
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Please sign in 5-10 mimues early.
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If you need assistance or have not received an email email michael ASAP at [email protected]
Course Requirements
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Sign in to the workshop on time. We will start promptly, and there will be a cutoff for entry.
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You are required to stay logged throughout the presentation.
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Your attendance will be verified by the login information provided by ZOOM.
How do I get my CE?
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Once the class is over, your instructor will give you a verbal course completion code and share it on the screen.
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Once you get this code, you must sign into the CHI website to get your CE.(You created an account when you registered)
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When you are signed in, you will see your course.
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Click on either Start or Resume Course. That will take you to the course survey.
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Once you are signed in and have followed the above steps, you will be able to enter the course completion code, complete the survey, and get your CE!
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Use this link to go to sign in: https://courses.chiprodevelopment.com/users/sign_in
FAQ
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What platform will the class be held on?
The class will take place on ZOOM
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What will be my method of communication with the lecturer?
You are able to interact with the lecturer by using the chat function or verbally (if you have a working microphone).
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When I complete the course, how will I be able to access my certificate?
After completing the course, you will receive a course completion code and will have access to the survey.
Accessibility, Cancellation & Grievance Policy
Accessibility
It is my goal to create a learning experience that is as accessible as possible. If you anticipate any issues related to the format, materials, or requirements of this course, please contact me so we can explore potential options.
Cancellation Policy
Payment made in full. No refunds. If you cannot attend the class please contact [email protected] to discuss options.
Grievance Policy
All complaints and grievances are reviewed by the social work consultant within 10 working days. Formal grievances are required to be written and will be responded to within 10 business days.
If you are unsure how to participate in online learning, our staff would be happy to assist you in this process!