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Thurs. 1-29-26
Noon to 1 pm

This presentation is designed for licensed mental health practitioners who assess, diagnose, and refer clients to BHIS, as well as supervisors and administrators who manage or oversee BHIS programs. Participants will gain an overview of BHIS program requirements, referral considerations, and key documentation and prior authorization expectations.

Target Audience: Licensed practitioners, BHIS program leadership and supervisors, care managers who initiate referrals, therapists new to Iowa Medicaid or BHIS.

Goals & Objectives

1. 1. Describe key considerations when referring clients to BHIS, including information agencies need to support timely and accurate prior authorization.
   2. Identify core eligibility criteria and service requirements for Iowa's BHIS program, including the role of diagnosis, medical necessity, and treatment planning.
   3. Explain how clinical documentation and treatment plans support BHIS prior authorization and ongoing service delivery.

Presented by Alma Henry, LISW

A very quick registration on Zoom is required – you can do it right before the event. 

https://bit.ly/NASWia01-13

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

The NASW-Iowa Chapter has determined that this course meets the criteria for 1.0 CEUs for Iowa licensed social workers.  Other professionals are welcome to join us but should consult with laws and regulations for their professional licensing boards to determine if the course meets their continuing education needs.

01/30/26
9 – 12 pm
(Event Online or in Person!)

Overview

Topic: Understanding the Farmer client and suicide prevention

Don’t miss out on the Northeast Iowa NASW Branch Event happening online and in-person at two locations. It’s a great chance to connect, learn, and share with fellow social workers.

Complete this online registration by listing your full name (First & Last Name), your email address, and indicating if you plan to attend at Luther College, at Waldorf College in Forest City, or online. Then you will receive a confirmation email with your chosen attendance option.

https://bit.ly/NASWia1-30-26

Presenter:

Dr. David Brown, Health and Human Sciences, State Specialist, Behavioral Health

Dr. David N. Brown, is a licensed marital and family therapist, who currently serves as the Behavioral Health State Specialist for Iowa State University Extension and Outreach (ISUEO). His key program and grant emphases are farm stress management, workplace resiliency, relationship education, mental health literacy, and suicide prevention.

Exam Prep with Sophia F. Dziegielewski, Ph.D., LCSW (Dr. D)

PREPARING FOR THE ASWB EXAM

Presenter: Dr. Sophia F. Dziegielewski, Ph.D., LCSW (Dr. D)

Saturday and Sunday, February 7 - 8 2026

Find Registration on Eventbrite HERE:

https://bit.ly/4bwUi3X

Sophia F. Dziegielewski, referred to as “Dr. D.” is a Professor in the School of Social Work at the University of Central Florida (UCF) in Orlando. Throughout her academic, administrative and practice career she has been active in mental health practice and research maintaining her license and serving as an expert witness in the courts. For over 17 years she Chaired the Institutional Review Board at two major universities, providing oversight for the protection of human subjects in research and clinical trials. 

The Southeast Branch will meet virturally on Mondays bi-monthly

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