The course examines the impact of social media on Black Americans and the phenomenon of vicarious trauma. We will explore how widespread sharing of images and videos depicting violence or the loss within the Black community can lead to psychological and emotional distress. Topics will include social media exposure, defining various trauma and strategies for building resilience and mitigating the impacts of vicarious trauma. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of the unique challenges Black Americans face in the digital age and develop approaches for promoting mental health and well-being within this context.
Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to
- Identify the emotional and mental impact exposure to racial violence and injustice through social media platforms
- Develop strategies and interventions to mitigate the effects of vicarious trauma within the Black community in the digital age.
Syllabus:
Introduction
Objective #1: Understanding the Impact of Social Media
- Social media Then V. Now
- Negative and Positive Impacts of Social Media
Objective #2: Analyze Vicarious Trauma
- Defining Vicarious Trauma
- Racial Trauma, Mental Health and African Americans
Objective #3: Enhancing Cultural Competence
- Understand cultural experiences faced by African Americans
- Promote Mental Health Literacy
- Empowerment for Clients
Summary/Q&A
Social workers completing this course receive 1.5 Cultural Competency continuing education credits.
For other board approvals, this course qualifies for 1.5 Cultural Competency continuing education training.
Instructor: Dr. Ashley D. Gilmore, LCMHC, NCC, (PhD)
Recording Date: May 5, 2025
CEUS On-Demand, LLC, provider #2274, 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: 08/7/2026 - 08/6/2027. Social workers completing this course receive 1.5hrs Cultural Competency continuing education credits.
CEUs On-Demand, LLC has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7091. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. CEUs On-Demand, LLC is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.
System Requirements: Firefox, Chrome, Brave, Safari, Edge on any modern operating system (Windows, MacOS, Linux, Android, iOS). A desktop browser is recommended. We do not provide support resources for issues encountered using a mobile device.
Request for Special Accommodations: Learners can request special accommodations by contacting the administrative team at admin@ceus-ondemand.com