The Ethical Edge: AI’s Potential for Behavioral Health

Where: Live Interactive Web via Zoom Workplace

When: Tuesday August 5, 2025 @ 12PM–1:30PM EST

Fee: Free

Key Details

CE Credit: 1 Continuing Education credit (CE) offered.
Registration Deadline: Sunday Aug 3, 2025 (48 hours before the course date)
Completion Requirements: Participation in the full session, completion of the post-test with 80% or higher, and submission of a course evaluation.
Certificate Issuance: Certificates will be emailed within 30 days of course completion.

Course Description

“The Ethical Edge: AI’s Potential for Behavioral Health” explores the transformative role of artificial intelligence in mental health and substance abuse treatment while addressing the critical ethical considerations that guide responsible implementation. This presentation examines current AI applications in behavioral health, from diagnostic support and personalized treatment planning to crisis intervention and therapeutic chatbots. Participants will explore real-world case studies demonstrating AI’s potential to improve access, reduce disparities, and enhance treatment outcomes. The session critically addresses ethical challenges including privacy protection, algorithmic bias, informed consent, and the preservation of human therapeutic relationships. Attendees will gain practical frameworks for evaluating AI tools, understanding regulatory considerations, and implementing ethical guidelines in their practice settings.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this training, participants will be able to:

Analyze Ethical Implications: Evaluate the primary ethical considerations when implementing AI in behavioral health, including privacy, consent, bias, and therapeutic relationship impacts.
Apply Ethical Decision-Making Frameworks: Utilize evidence-based ethical frameworks to assess the appropriateness of AI tools for specific client populations and clinical scenarios.
Recognize Limitations and Risks: Identify potential risks and limitations of AI in behavioral health practice, including over-reliance on technology and the importance of maintaining human clinical judgment.
Develop Implementation Strategies: Create actionable plans for ethically integrating AI tools into their practice while maintaining compliance with professional standards and regulatory requirements.

Aspire365 #2289 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: April 14, 2025 to April 14, 2026. Social workers completing this course receive 1 Continuing Education credit.