NCCF Academy, the training and professional development extension of The National Center for Children and Families (NCCF), affirms its unwavering commitment to equity, ethical practice, and excellence in continuing education for human service professionals.
Non-Discrimination Statement
NCCF Academy does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, family structure, immigration status, religion, socioeconomic status, or veteran status in any of its programs, services, or operations. We are grounded in the belief that social transformation is only possible when all people are afforded dignity, voice, and access to opportunity. Our learning spaces are designed to foster belonging, safety, and mutual respect for every participant.
Adherence to NASW and CASW Code of Ethics
All NCCF Academy educational content, organizational practices and policies, and facilitator conduct align with the ethical principles outlined in the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) Code of Ethics (2021) and the Canadian Association of Social Workers (CASW) Code of Ethics (2005). NCCF Academy honors the profession of social work, and our programming is designed to reflect its core values including service, social justice, the dignity and worth of a person, the importance of human relationships, integrity and competence.
Commitment to ASWB ACE Standards
NCCF Academy fully commits to upholding the rigorous standards set forth by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. We agree to comply with all requirements, including but not limited to course curriculum and design, instructor qualifications, participant accessibility, record-keeping, promotional materials, and course evaluations. NCCF Academy acknowledge that ACE approval is a trusted mark of quality in continuing education and pledges to maintain the highest standards of compliance, transparency, and accountability throughout the approval period and beyond. requires ongoing adherence to its guidelines and responsiveness to updates, audits, and feedback from ASWB.
NCCF Academy endeavors to educate professionals in a way that is transformative, evidenced-based, culturally grounded, and justice oriented.
The National Center for Children and Families (#2439) has been approved by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program, to offer continuing education for social workers. ASWB provider approval period is June 26, 2026, through June 26, 2027. Social workers should contact their regulatory board to determine course approval for continuing education credits.
