6 Hours | 6 CEs
This on-demand professional training program on AI & Innovation in Counselor Education: A CEDL Deep Dive is presented by Drs. C. Sheperis, Vogal, Simmons, Coker, D. Sheperis, Fulmner, Jencius, Scherer, Lainas, and Randolph.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming the landscape of counselor education, supervision, and clinical practice. This on-demand program provides a comprehensive exploration of AI’s current and potential applications across the counselor education continuum—from classroom instruction and clinical supervision to ethical decision-making and professional guidelines. Participants will gain foundational knowledge about AI tools such as chatbots, predictive analytics, and virtual reality, as well as their implications for teaching, learning, and practice. Each session offers a blend of expert-led discussions, real-world applications, and interactive learning to guide educators in thoughtfully integrating AI into their pedagogical and clinical practices. Special focus is given to ethical and cultural considerations, including privacy, consent, bias, and academic integrity. The program equips counselor educators with strategies for enhancing writing instruction, promoting critical AI literacy, and supporting diverse learners. Attendees will examine ACA task force recommendations and anticipate the next wave of AI developments. Practical takeaways and case-based examples ensure the content is immediately applicable and relevant. Whether you're new to AI or ready to refine your digital competencies, this program offers essential guidance for the future of counselor education.
Intended Audience
This on-demand professional training program is intended for mental health and other allied professionals
Experience Level
This on-demand professional training program is appropriate for beginner, intermediate, and advanced level clinicians.
CE / CPD Credit
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Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this program you will be able to:
Describe strategies to guide students in using AI tools ethically, ensuring that AI applications align with professional standards
Describe how AI can enhance counselor education through innovative training methods, including role-play simulations, strength-based feedback, cultural competence development, and ethical decision-making practice while promoting accessibility and inclusivity
Describe the ethical use of AI tools by assessing their results, reflecting on transparency, and adhering to data privacy and copyright standards
Describe how AI-powered tools can simulate both client and counselor interactions to facilitate real-time skill development in counselor training
Curriculum
1. AI Software Counselor Education
2. AI, Digital Health, and Professional Counseling
3. Ethical Selection of and Use of AI Tools
4. Chatbots in Action
5. Beyond the Algorithm
6. Navigating the Future of AI in Counseling
Develop a Specialty Area of Practice
Transforming mental health professionals into experts
Expert Instructors
Professional training developed and delivered by the field's leading experts
CE Credit
Earn CE credit for meaningful professional training that will elevate your practice
Convenience & Flexibility
Learn at your own pace, from wherever you might be!
CE Sponsorship Information
Palo Alto University, Continuing and Professional Studies (CONCEPT) is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. Palo Alto University, Continuing and Professional Studies (CONCEPT) maintains responsibility for this program and its content. Palo Alto University, Continuing and Professional Studies (CONCEPT) is approved by the Canadian Psychological Association to offer continuing education for psychologists. Palo Alto University, Continuing and Professional Studies (CONCEPT), SW CPE is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Social Work as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed social workers #SW-0356 and the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Mental Health Practitioners as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed mental health counselors. #MHC-0073. Palo Alto University, Continuing and Professional Studies (CONCEPT) has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 6811. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. CONCEPT Professional Training, #1480, is approved to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Organizations, not individual courses, are approved as ACE providers. State and provincial regulatory boards have the final authority to determine whether an individual course may be accepted for continuing education credit. CONCEPT Professional Training maintains responsibility for this course. ACE provider approval period: 11/22/23-11/22/26. Social workers completing this course receive (clinical or social work ethics) continuing education credits.