Social Worker Safety Awareness Training

This course is available 24/7, allowing you to read or listen at your convenience. Complete the course and take a short quiz to receive your certificate immediately. Enjoy one full year of access to the materials.

  • 10.25 CE Hours
  • NBCC Approved
  • NAADAC Approved
  • ASWB ACE Approved
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Mental Health CE Approved by ASWB, NBCC, NAADAC & More

Accepted by most state boards and reportable through CEBroker. Check Board Approvals for details.

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Course curriculum

    1. About the Course

    2. Copyright Notice for Therapy Trainings™

    1. Introduction

    2. Understanding the Importance of Safety Awareness

    3. Historical Context and Incidents Highlighting the Need for Safety Training

    4. Personal and Professional Risks in Social Work

    5. References

    1. Introduction

    2. Identifying Potential Safety Risks in Different Social Work Settings (e.g., child welfare, healthcare, community outreach)

    3. Assessing Client-related Risks and Potential Harm

    4. Recognizing Environmental Factors That May Pose Risks

    5. References

    1. Introduction

    2. Strategies for De-escalating Tense or Confrontational Situations

    3. Verbal and Non-verbal Communication Skills for Defusing Aggression

    4. Managing Crisis Situations Effectively and Safely

    5. References

    1. Introduction

    2. Self-awareness and Personal Safety Planning

    3. Situational Awareness and Avoiding Risky Situations

    4. Self-defense Basics and Personal Safety Equipment

    5. References

    1. Introduction

    2. Recognizing the Signs of Burnout, Compassion Fatigue, and Vicarious Trauma

    3. Self-care Practices to Prevent and Mitigate Stress

    4. Seeking Support and Counseling When Needed

    5. References

About this course

  • $115.00
  • 94 lessons
  • 0 hours of video content

Therapy Trainings™ Presents

10.25 CE Hours - Social Worker Safety Awareness Training

This text-based course was developed in 2024 for mental health professionals. This course will equip social workers with skills to ensure their safety in challenging environments through prevention, de-escalation, and effective communication strategies.


Target audience: mental health professionals

Content Level: beginning to expert


Course Overview:

The Social Worker Safety Awareness Training is designed to equip social workers with the knowledge and skills necessary to ensure their safety and well-being while working in challenging and potentially risky environments. This comprehensive course addresses the unique safety concerns and risks that social workers may encounter in their daily practice. By focusing on prevention, de-escalation techniques, and effective communication strategies, this training aims to empower social workers to navigate their roles with confidence and minimize potential hazards.


Course Objectives: 

In this course, you will learn to: 

  • Understand the importance of safety in social work practice, including the legal and ethical responsibilities of both employers and social workers.

  • Identify potential safety risks and hazards commonly encountered by social workers in various settings, such as homes, schools, hospitals, and community agencies.

  • Develop effective strategies for risk assessment and mitigation, including recognizing signs of potential danger and assessing client situations for potential safety concerns.

  • Learn de-escalation techniques and conflict resolution skills to diffuse tense situations and avoid confrontations.

  • Enhance communication skills to build rapport with clients, colleagues, and law enforcement, as well as to establish clear boundaries and assertively communicate concerns.

  • Explore self-care practices and stress management techniques to maintain emotional and physical well-being in the face of challenging and potentially traumatic situations.

  • Familiarize themselves with available resources and support systems, both within their organizations and externally, to seek assistance and guidance in high-risk situations.



About the author

Matt Grammer, LPCC-S is the founder of Therapy Trainings™, Kentucky Counseling Center®, and Counseling Now®. He has over a decade of experience as a clinician, private practice operator, and consultant. He holds dual Masters degrees in Mental Health Counseling and School Counseling. KY LPCC-S #164069


Consulting Team

Social Work Consultant is Alicia Trager, LCSW

Marriage and Family Therapy Consultant is Matt White, MFT

Psychology consultant is Brett Donnelly, Psy D. 


Course completion & CE info

Course completion requirements: To earn CE credit, professionals must purchase the course, read/listen to the presentation, and complete the posttest (with a passing score of 80%) and course evaluation. Posttests may be retaken as many times as you need. Certificates of completion will be emailed immediately after course completion and can be accessed from your account anytime.



This course has been approved by Therapy Trainings™, as a NAADAC Approved Education Provider, for 10.25 CE hours. NAADAC provider #270493. Therapy Trainings™ is responsible for all aspects of its programming.


Therapy Trainings™ has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7439. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. Therapy Trainings™ is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.


Therapy Trainings™, #1945, is approved as an ACE provider to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Regulatory boards are the final authority on courses accepted for continuing education credit. ACE provider approval period: 12/6/2024-12/6/2027. Social workers completing this course receive 10.25 continuing education credits.


State Specific Board Approvals:

Thanks to our national and state accreditations, all of our CE courses are approved by the boards listed below—provided the content is relevant to your profession or unless otherwise noted in the course description.

We regularly monitor state board requirements, but for the most up-to-date and accurate information, please refer to your licensing board’s official website.

The list below reflects the boards that currently recognize our CE credits based on existing state regulations.


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