The Center for Excellence in Social Work (Center)  is committed to providing accessible and affordable ongoing learning opportunities for students, faculty, community and practicing social workers. Events focus on a variety of topics that help enhance the skills and knowledge for effective practice with the populations of New Mexico. In keeping with the Facundo Valdez School of Social Work’s mission, several workshops focus on working with Hispanic and Native American populations of New Mexico and the Southwest.

Center events that are offered for CEU credit meet the continuing education licensure renewal requirements as set forth by the New Mexico Board of Social Work Examiners (BSWE). Most events are offered via Zoom, allowing participants access to ongoing professional development statewide.