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F23-701 Exploring Cannabis Science and Therapeutics and Social Work Practice

Total Credits: 6 including 6 Category I CEs

Categories:: 700 Professional Growth & Development
Instructor:: Paulette S. Smith, LCSW-C
Course Levels:: Intermediate
Duration:: 3 hours

Dates

Event Dates

Thu, Oct 12, 2023 - 09:00am to 04:30pm EDT

$150.00 - Late Fee

Description

This training offers participants a broad look at medical cannabis and social work practice, including the history and current trends. Participants will be introduced to the ways cannabis and its constituents work in the human body and research probing how it can be used as a treatment method for physical and mental health conditions. Participants will examine the history of cannabis prohibition and discuss how federal regulations have overwhelmingly negatively affected Black and Brown communities. Participants will review social work principles and analyze their place in the cannabis industry. Additionally, principles of safe practices that support client safety are explored.

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Paulette S. Smith, LCSW-C Related Seminars and Products

Paulette Simone Smith, MS, LCSW-C is the Founder and CEO of Paulette Simone & Associate, LLC (PS&A), a Baltimore, Maryland-based mental health counseling practice, and Canna Heals, an organization with a mission to build knowledge and close gaps between cannabis consumers and the dispensary. Originally from Harlem, New York, Paulette earned an MS in Medical Cannabis Science and Therapeutics from the University of Maryland School of Pharmacy. She received her MSW from Morgan State University School of Social Work, concentrating in School Social Work. Paulette earned her bachelor's degree from Bowie State University, majoring in communications and broadcast journalism. Paulette is a board-certified social work supervisor in the State of Maryland.

With over a decade of experience in adolescent and family wellness. Paulette brings together a combination of holistic practice and trauma-informed care to the field of health and wellness. She has built a reputation for centering client needs with precision problem-solving during her career.

Additionally, her work in the creative arts as owner and operator of How I See It Productions also reflects her capacity for capturing and cultivating peaceful environments promoting wellness and a healthy family environment. Ms. Smith is sought after for guidance on and support in holistic practices, including but not limited to presenting at conferences and meetings exploring health, wellness, and entrepreneurship—particularly among minority groups.

Agenda & Learning Objectives

AGENDA:

8:50 – 9:00 Log On/Registration

9:00 – 10:45

Cannabis the plant with many parts
Consumption methods
Breakout room discussion
Cannabis prohibition timeline

10:45 – 11 AM Break

11:00 – 12:00

The war on drugs

Synthetic cannabinoids

Drug testing

Impending cannabis laws and regulations

Large group discussion

12 – 1 Lunch

1:00 – 2:15

How does cannabis work in the body
What does the research say

2:15 PM – 2:30 PM Break

2:30 – 4:30

Medical cannabis and mental health
Breakout room activity
Cannabis use disorder
Cannabis toxicity
Cannabis and harm reduction
Social work core values and medical cannabis therapeutics
Cannabis science and therapeutics and social work practice
Large group discussion

4:30 Questions and adjournment

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

Upon the completion of this workshop, participants will be able to:

Identify ways in which social injustices caused by the history of cannabis prohibition and the ongoing War on Drugs have negatively affected Black and Brown communities.
Learn how cannabis and its constituents work in the human body.
Examine current research findings on medical cannabis and treatment strategies for selected physical and mental health conditions including: chronic pain, psychosis, depression, anxiety, PTSD, and bipolar disorder.
Learn ways in which clinicians can dialogue with their clients about cannabis use.

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Course Completion & CE Information

Category I Maryland BSWE Requirement

The Office of Continuing Professional Education at the University Of Maryland School Of Social Work is authorized by the Board of Social Work Examiners in Maryland to sponsor social work continuing education programs. This workshop qualifies for {6} Category I Continuing Education Units. The Office of Continuing Professional Education is also authorized by the Maryland Board of Psychologists and the Maryland Board of Professional Counselors to sponsor Category A continuing professional education.

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Target Audience

Social Workers, LCPCs, and Psychologists

We welcome anyone interested in the topic!

Late Fees and Refunds

Fee & Registration:

Cost is $130 and includes CE credit. Registering after 9/28/23 will incur an additional $20 late fee. Cancellations* must be received 24 hours in advance prior to the workshop to receive a refund or an account credit.

*ALL cancellations will be subjected to a $35.00 administration fee.

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