Social Emotional Learning (SEL)

This course explores SEL principles, competencies, and frameworks, applying trauma-informed, evidence-based strategies in schools, practice, and communities to build resilience and awareness

🕒 3 CE HOURS

COURSE LEVEL: INTERMEDIATE

Date of course creation/update: 04/24/2025

CE Broker Tracking NO: #20-1352639

Education Pathways, LLC provider #2485 , 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: 02/05/2026–02/05/2027. Social workers completing this course receive 3 Clinical continuing education credits.

This online reading-based asynchronous distance learning course :

explores the principles and practices of Social Emotional Learning (SEL) and their application within social work settings across the lifespan. Participants will examine the five core SEL competencies, relevant developmental and cultural frameworks, and the integration of SEL into schools, clinical practice, and community organizations. Emphasis is placed on trauma-informed approaches, evidence-informed programming, and sustainable implementation strategies. By the end of the course, social workers will be equipped to promote emotional intelligence, social awareness, and resilience in the individuals and systems they serve.

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Learning Objectives:

Explain how the five core SEL competencies align with social work values.
Critically assess SEL implementation through culturally responsive and trauma-informed lenses.
Compare and contrast evidence-informed SEL curricula in school and youth settings.
Apply SEL competencies in clinical practice with individuals, families, and groups.
Develop strategies for SEL-informed leadership and organizational practice.
Adapt SEL content for neurodiverse youth and individuals with disabilities.
Collaborate with communities to co-create trauma-sensitive SEL practices.
Integrate SEL into substance use prevention and recovery planning.
Apply SEL concepts in mental health psychoeducation and intervention.
Facilitate reflective supervision practices for SEL program delivery.
Design evaluation plans to measure SEL effectiveness and sustainability.

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Foundations of Social Emotional Learning (40 minutes)

Understanding SEL and its five core competencies: self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship skills, responsible decision-making
Theoretical frameworks underpinning SEL
Alignment with social work principles

Developmental Perspectives and Cultural Considerations (13 minutes)

SEL across the lifespan
Cultural humility in SEL implementation
Intersectionality and identity in SEL
Trauma-informed and resilience-focused adaptations
Ethical implications

SEL in School and Youth-Based Settings (13 minutes)

Role of school social workers
Collaboration with educators and families
Evidence-informed curricula: Second Step, PATHS, RULER
Classroom strategies and behavioral supports
Measuring outcomes

SEL in Clinical and Therapeutic Practice (13 minutes)

Integrating SEL with clinical frameworks
Emotional vocabulary and self-regulation skills
Parenting support and psychoeducation
Strengthening emotional competence in therapy
Case studies and applied techniques

SEL in Community and Organizational Practice (12 minutes)

Integrating SEL into community programs and workforce development
Leadership development and emotionally intelligent teams
SEL for conflict resolution and civic engagement
Systemic advocacy for equitable access

SEL for Special Populations: Neurodiverse Youth and Individuals with Disabilities (12 minutes)

SEL through a neurodivergent lens
Differentiated instruction
Communication supports for emotional literacy
Sensory integration and regulation
Collaboration with special educators and families

Trauma-Sensitive SEL in High-Risk Communities (11 minutes)

Trauma in high-risk environments
Culturally grounded resilience
Creating safe and predictable settings
Collective healing and community-led practices
Social worker as facilitator and advocate

SEL in Substance Use Prevention and Recovery (12 minutes)

SEL’s role in prevention and recovery
Emotional regulation as a foundation of recovery
Peer support and social connection
Relapse prevention strategies

SEL and Mental Health Integration (13 minutes)

Intersection of SEL and mental health practice
Psychoeducation for emotional literacy
Addressing comorbidity
Early intervention strategies
Referral pathways and collaborative care

Supervising and Coaching SEL Implementation (13 minutes)

Expanding social workers’ leadership role
Reflective supervision and emotional capacity-building
Professional development and fidelity in implementation
Coaching for culturally responsive practice
Sustaining SEL through systems change

Evaluation, Implementation, and Sustainability (27 minutes)

Needs assessment and stakeholder engagement
Selecting evidence-informed tools and curricula
Inclusive and culturally valid assessment tools
Ethical considerations in data use
Measuring outcomes and evaluating effectiveness
Applying findings to program improvement
Securing funding and aligning with policy
Sustaining SEL in resource-limited settings
Course conclusion

Total Minutes: 180

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