PROFESSIONAL LEARNING

Professional Development

MSSWA is committed to providing high-quality, targeted professional learning that supports school social workers at every stage of their careers. Our offerings are designed to strengthen practice, respond to emerging student needs, and promote professional growth through relevant, timely, and school-focused learning opportunities. Through conferences, workshops, and collaborative learning experiences, MSSWA connects school social workers with the knowledge, skills, and community needed to support students and families across Minnesota.

Fall Conference

This 2-day in person conference brings together school social workers from across the state for learning, networking, and inspiration.

When: November 16-17th, 2026

Where: McNamara Event Center, University of Minnesota

Details Coming Soon

Educate & Elevate Luncheons

This monthly lunch-hour sessions offer accessible, ongoing professional development throughout the school year.

Click the link below to check out our Upcoming Events page to see when our next session is set.

Click Here for Upcoming Events

Winter Conference

Winter Conference provides a mid-year boost with practical strategies and best practices for supporting students and schools.

When: February 10, 2026

Where: Virtual via Zoom

Registration IS OPEN!

Day on the Hill

Join us to advocate for students and the profession at the Minnesota State Capitol - amplifying the collective voice of school social work.

When: March 2026

Where: The Minnesota State Capitol

See You Next Year

Online Learning Platform

Are you looking to gain CEUs from home?

Check out our online learning platform, Teachable, where we host courses on some of the most up-to-date topics, taught by some of the best educators in the state.

Want to speak at an Educate & Elevate session?

Do you have a topic that is practical, engaging, and relevant to school social work practice that you could teach on?

The PD Committee is looking for more speakers for these lunch time sessions and welcomes proposals year-round.

Submit Proposal

Speaker Expectations

Interested in being a Conference Sponsor or Vendor?

Are you interested in being a sponsor or vendor at our annual Fall Conference? Click the link below for more information or to register.

Be a Sponsor

Be a Vendor

Ready to get involved or have a suggestion for a speaker? Email the Committee Chair!

Contact Committee Chair

Accommodations for Participants with Disabilities

We are committed to ensuring that all participants have equal access to our professional development opportunities. If you require accommodations due to a disability, please contact us at operations@msswa.org at least 14 days in advance so that we can make arrangements to meet your needs. We strive to provide an inclusive learning environment that supports the full participation of every attendee.