Ethics & Boundaries Training

Principled

Practice

Exclusive to BHTP Full Members

The Behavioral Health Training Partnership is excited to offer five dynamic Ethics & Boundaries training topics for the 2025-2027 biennium, meeting Wisconsin’s continuing education requirements for helping professionals. Each topic is available on multiple dates, ensuring flexibility in scheduling. Full members receive access to one four-hour session per biennium—secure your spot and strengthen your ethical practice today!

Am I a Full member?

BHTP Full Membership includes 60 county and 2 tribal nation human service departments.

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Continuing Education

Participants will earn 4.0 continuing education hours upon successful completion of the training.

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Training fee

Full member agencies will receive a promo code allowing their staff to register at no cost.

⚠️ Please Note: If a participant does not attend or fails to complete the training, a $15 re-registration fee will be charged to enroll in a future session.

Upcoming Trainings

Ethics in Action

for Crisis Workers

Explore ethical decision-making with "Ethics in Action," delving into essential frameworks and dilemmas through real-world scenarios and actionable strategies. See Details

October 3, 2025, 8:30am - 12:30pm CST
January 16, 2026, 8:30am - 12:30pm CST
April 17, 2026, 8:30am - 12:30pm CST
Virtual via Zoom
Continuing Education Hours: 4.0
Trainer(s): Drew Martel, LISW, CADC

Ethics and Boundaries

The Rise and Fall of Self-Disclosure

Navigate the complexities of self-disclosure in social work, exploring when, how, and why to share personal stories for creating connections and fostering positive change. See Details

November 7, 2025, 8:30am - 12:30pm CST
March 6, 2026, 8:30am - 12:30pm CST
August 7, 2026, 8:30am - 12:30pm CST
Virtual via Zoom
Continuing Education Hours: 4.0
Trainer(s): Jessica O'Neel, MSW, CSW

Ethics, Boundaries, and Best Practices

Navigating Complex Scenarios in the Pursuit of Optimum Care

Engage in session on Ethics in mental health, exploring key principles and their impact on payeeship, coercion, decision making, confidentiality, disclosures, consent, and involuntary care. See Details

December 5, 2025, 8:30am - 12:30pm CST
June 5, 2026, 8:30am - 12:30pm CST
December 4, 2026, 8:30am - 12:30pm CST
Virtual via Zoom
Continuing Education Hours: 4.0
Trainer(s): Tony Thrasher, D.O., MBA, CPE, DFAPA

Changing Times

Implications for Ethics and Boundaries

Implement the latest Code of Ethics revisions and adapt to social and cultural shifts. See Details

February 6, 2026, 8:30am - 12:30pm CST
September 4, 2026, 8:30am - 12:30pm CST
November 6, 2026, 8:30am - 12:30pm CST
Virtual via Zoom
Continuing Education Hours: 4.0
Trainer(s): Joan Groessl, MSW, PhD, LCSW

Artificial Intelligence (AI)

The Future is Here: Ethical What If's of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Explore how AI can revolutionize social work by alleviating burnout, building trust, involving diverse voices, reducing bias, and addressing ethical dilemmas. See Details

May 1, 2026, 8:30am - 12:30 pm CST
July 10, 2026, 8:30am - 12:30pm CST
October 2, 2026, 8:30am - 12:30pm CST
February 5, 2027, 8:30am - 12:30pm CST
Virtual via Zoom
Continuing Education Hours: 4.0
Trainer(s): Dana Johnson, MSW, CAPSW

Not a Member of BHTP?

UW-Green Bay can still be a resource for you through our Division of Continuing Education and Workforce Training. The division offers high-quality and accessible ethics and boundaries classes that provide a framework for ethical decision-making and a best practice model to address boundary-related issues. Any of these courses can be customized for providers.

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Get in Touch

We're always here to help. If you want to become a member, need more information about our trainings or need help with virtual sessions, reach out to our team.