Professional Development, Tailored for You

The Network has established The Academy for Education & Advancement to serve as a one-stop shop to easily find and register for educational and professional development opportunities.

World-Class Content, Anytime Access

 

Explore CEU-eligible courses and expert-led trainings with flexible, on-demand and instructor-led learning options.

Grow Skills. Earn Credits. Make Connections.

Stay ahead with The Academy’s constantly expanding library of expert-led courses designed to streamline your organization’s impact and accelerate your personal and professional development.

Contact Information

Email: theacademy@networkjhsa.org 

Upcoming Network Offerings

    NETTalk: Introducing The Network’s Emergency Preparedness Toolkit

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    May 29, 2025

    “Be Your Best Self”: A Therapeutic Approach to Promoting Youth’s Social-Emotional Health NETTalk

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    June 5, 2025

The Academy Course Catalogue

Browse the offerings below to find and register for courses that match your interests and professional goals.

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    Social Current Webinars and Events

    Social Current

    Check out upcoming learning opportunities on our website. We offer a variety of sessions focused on key areas for human and social services staff, including data and performance quality improvement, workforce resilience and leadership, and policy advocacy. Many webinars are free and most events feature discounts for Social Current Impact Partners and COA-accredited organizations.

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    Person-Centered, Trauma-Informed Essentials for Aging Services

    JFNA

    Transform the way you support older adults and family caregivers with Person-Centered, Trauma-Informed Essentials for Aging Services! This FREE, self-paced course is designed to educate professionals and volunteers on the impact of trauma on health, aging, and service delivery. All learners are eligible to earn five continuing education credits through the NASW.

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    Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT)

    JFCS San Francisco

    This training, provided by JFCS San Francisco, will explore the core components of an evidence-based, specialized behavior management treatment for young children experiencing emotional and behavioral challenges. This presentation will provide an overview of PCIT and explore how it supports the development of secure, healthy parent-child relationships through structured, live-coached interactions. Approved for CEUs by APA. Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) Tickets, Thu, May 29, 2025 at 9:00 AM | Eventbrite

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    The Rise Up Leader™ Leadership Development Program

    WideAwake

    The Rise Up Leader™ Leadership Development Program empowers leaders to create a positive work culture, turn difficult conversations into opportunities, and ensure everyone is working with aligned values. This course has been used by Network JFS agencies with proven success. If you’re looking to strengthen the leaders in your organization, call us for a complimentary 30-minute strategy session. NOTE: Content is live-taught and virtual.

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    Project EM

    Project EM is a FREE national initiative that provides comprehensive career support tailored to meet your unique career goals. We recognize that every job seeker is different, and each job search is important. Participate in our interactive workshops to develop your skills, grow professionally, and become a more confident job seeker. (Free content)

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    JCS Baltimore

    JCS Institute for Professional Development

    JCS Institute for Professional Development hosts monthly continuing education for social workers, psychologists and licensed professional counselors approved by the Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners. Check our calendar each month!