AI Advancements in Social Work: Application for Enhanced Practice

Join us for, AI Advancements in Social Work: Application for Enhanced Practice, at the Howard University School of Social Work, on Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 10:00AM

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Facilitator:

Dr. Michele L. Shropshire, LCSW, M.S.Ed.
Course Summary:

This course aims to give social workers the fundamental know-how to successfully negotiate the growing nexus between social work practice and technology. The basic concepts of artificial intelligence (AI) will be covered, along with the possible advantages and ways it could improve social work services. Identifying and integrating popular and next-wave AI tools and technologies into professional practice will receive particular focus. Social workers will thoroughly evaluate the impact of technology on client engagement, case management processes, and decision-making in social work, ensuring a holistic understanding of its implications. The course will also address critical considerations, including potential risks, challenges, and ethical concerns associated with using technology in social work and the need for progressive research in this growing area of social work.

Course Objectives:

1. Understand the concepts of artificial intelligence (AI) and its applications in social work.
   
2. Explore the potential benefits and opportunities that technology presents for social work practice.
   
3. Identify specific AI tools and technologies relevant to social work.
   
4. Evaluate the impact of technology on client engagement, case management, and decision-making processes in social work.
   
5. Analyze potential risks and challenges associated with using technology, particularly in social work.
   
6. The importance of social workers developing research in the use of technology in the profession.

Why choose our professional development and continuing education platform?

• Engage in continous learning about emerging trends and best pracices in the field
• Apply and integrate new techniques into your professional practice
• Connect with like-minded professionals for professional growth and transformative learning

📜 Two (2) Continuing Education credits will be issued to participants requesting continuing education certificates.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Howard University School of Social Work, (Virtual Orientation Event), Washington, United States