Continuing Education That Inspires.
Earn your required CE credits while listening to meaningful conversations that fit your schedule.
Inspired CE transforms engaging episodes of the Inspired Insights Podcast into approved continuing education courses, making it easier than ever for busy social workers to learn, grow, and earn the credits they need.
Why Inspired CE?
Continuing education shouldn’t feel like another task on your to-do list.
Most continuing education requires you to sit through lengthy webinars or click through hours of dry content just to earn your credits.
Inspired CE offers a different experience.
Listen to meaningful, thought-provoking conversations through the Inspired Insights Podcast whenever it works for you. Whether you’re commuting, walking the dog, exercising, or relaxing at home, you can learn in a way that fits your life.
Then complete a short quiz to earn your continuing education certificate.
Professional development designed for real life.
How It Works
Earning CE credits is simple.
1. Purchase Your Course
Choose the individual course or bundle that’s right for you.
2. Listen Anywhere
Enjoy the Inspired Insights Podcast whenever it’s convenient.
3. Complete the Quiz
Answer a short assessment based on what you’ve learned.
4. Earn Your Certificate
Receive your continuing education certificate upon successful completion.
Continuing Education That Stays With You
Most continuing education is something you complete, download a certificate, and quickly forget.
Inspired CE is different.
Each course is built around authentic conversations that encourage reflection, challenge perspectives, and provide practical insights you can carry into your work long after you’ve earned your certificate.
You’ll satisfy your licensing requirements while gaining ideas, perspectives, and conversations that continue to shape your professional practice.
Because continuing education should do more than check a box.
Why Social Workers Love Inspired CE
Learn on Your Schedule
No scheduled webinars. No rigid timelines. Learn whenever it works for you.
Conversations Worth Listening To
Engaging discussions that explore real-world challenges facing today’s social workers and helping professionals.
Practical Insights
Walk away with ideas, perspectives, and strategies you can immediately apply in your work.
Earn Required CE Credits
Complete your continuing education requirements without putting your life on hold.
Meet Your Instructor
Learn from a trusted leader in social work.
For nearly 30 years, Chris McLaughlin, MSW, LCSW has dedicated his career to supporting individuals, organizations, and communities through education, leadership, advocacy, and mental health.
As a former Executive Director of NASW Maine, university instructor, speaker, consultant, and licensed clinical social worker, Chris brings decades of real-world experience into every conversation.
Inspired CE isn’t simply about earning credits.
It’s about becoming a stronger clinician, leader, advocate, and human being.
About the Inspired Insights Podcast
Meaningful conversations. Real-world learning.
The Inspired Insights Podcast explores topics including mental health, leadership, human connection, LGBTQ+ lived experiences, professional growth, and the challenges helping professionals navigate every day.
Hosted by Chris McLaughlin and Soren, every episode is designed to spark curiosity, encourage reflection, and inspire meaningful conversations.
Select episodes are available for continuing education credit through Inspired CE.
Listen because you’re interested.
Earn credit while you’re there.
Who Inspired CE Is For
Inspired CE is designed for professionals who want continuing education that is meaningful, relevant, and easy to fit into everyday life.
Perfect for:
✓ Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs)
✓ Licensed Master Social Workers (LMSWs)
✓ Mental health professionals
✓ Therapists
✓ Counselors
✓ Behavioral health professionals
✓ Human service professionals
✓ Anyone who values lifelong learning and meaningful professional development
Featured Courses
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Course Bundles
Learn More. Save More.
Looking to complete multiple CE hours or explore a specific area of practice?
Our course bundles combine several courses into one convenient package while offering significant savings compared to purchasing individually.
Whether you’re focused on leadership, LGBTQ+ affirming care, or another specialty, bundles make it easy to continue learning while maximizing value.
Why Choose Inspired CE?
Traditional Online CE
Long recorded webinars
Passive learning
Must sit in front of a computer
Often feels like checking a box
Forgettable content
Inspired CE
Engaging podcast conversations
Meaningful discussions that encourage reflection
Listen wherever life takes you
Learning you’ll actually enjoy
Practical insights you can immediately apply
Successful Partnerships
Inspired Consulting Group has been fortunate to work with many wonderful organizations in our communities. Here’s what they had to say about our engagement.
“Working with Inspired Consulting Group to plan a mental wellness session for our annual Safety Training Days event for staff was a pleasure! We had a few planning sessions with Chris to determine the approach and relevant messaging to our team members. Because we are comprised of field and office workers, he was able to design a program that spoke to all attendees. The week that was scheduled for Chris to join us in person, a hurricane swept through our service territory and we needed to reschedule. Although, he wasn’t available for the new dates, Chris quickly created a video including an interactive portion to engage the audience. Throughout the process, he kept our audience and needs at the forefront of his work.”
Tina Morrill
Versant Power
“It was our absolute delight to have Chris McLaughlin, LCSW from Inspired Consulting Group, LLC deliver the keynote address on “Collecting Joy” at our annual Consortium. Chris’ presentation was not only insightful, but profoundly impactful, resonating deeply with our behavioral health professionals and administrative employees alike, many who stated it was the best keynote we have ever had at this annual event. Chris’ humble approach in delivery of practical methods for infusing joy into our daily practices sparked several discussions amongst members of our team, a theme we will revisit in our future supervisions and staff meetings. Chris’ authenticity and genuineness resulted in full engagement of our attendees, and the feedback from our team has been overwhelmingly positive. We all felt connected to Chris during the keynote, the highlight of our event. Chris’ talk was a true catalyst for change, offering lasting benefits to our organization. We are immensely grateful for the perspective and tools he has provided us to enhance our work in behavioral health.”
Andrea Conley, LCSW
Executive Director
Health Affiliates Maine
“Chris has played a vital role in training all our staff throughout the Bangor Region YMCA and our Camps to ensure we create a safe environment for the LGBTQ community.”
Diane Dickerson, CEO
Bangor Region YMCA
“Chris led our Spurwink all-management team through an excellent LGBTQIA+ awareness training as part of our ongoing diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging work at Spurwink. Chris was insightful, engaging, fun and informative. I highly recommend him for any of your training/consultation needs.”
Eric Meyer, LCSW, MBA
President and CEO
Spurwink Services Maine
“I wholeheartedly recommend Chris McLaughlin and Inspired Consulting Group to any organization seeking to enhance its professional development initiatives, particularly in mental health and disability inclusion. Working with Chris is an investment in both the well-being of your employees and the overall success of your organization.”
Jodi Fadrigon
Manager, Omnicell
“Our training partnership with Inspired Consulting Group, led by Chris McLaughlin, MSW, LCSW, has proven to be immensely beneficial to our agency staff. In the challenging and high-stress environment of human services and social work, Chris’ deep understanding, valuable perspective, and practical tools have been of tremendous value to our team. Chris’ expertise in navigating the complexities of the field has been critical, providing our staff with insights and strategies to better manage the pressures of their roles. His guidance not only provided immediate support but also opened the door to ongoing conversations and connections that continue to foster growth within our team. Over 100 of our staff members participated in the training sessions, and the feedback was overwhelmingly positive. Chris structured the agenda thoughtfully, balancing the delivery of information with ample time for processing and debriefing, which allowed participants to fully absorb and reflect on the material. His approach fostered an environment of collaboration and learning, and our team truly appreciated the opportunity to engage in meaningful dialogue throughout the sessions. We are grateful for Chris’ partnership, and we look forward to continued collaboration in the future. His contributions have been instrumental in enhancing the skills and well-being of our staff, and I highly recommend his services to any organization in need of expert guidance and training.”
Kristen L. Henderson, MS
Senior Director of Adult Services
Gateways Community Services
“Chris utilizes authentic engagement through the lens of “belonging” to share the latest research, materials, and practical tools that he customizes to the professional development needs of our team. We always enjoy our time with Chris and the value he brings to each training he provides for us.”
Heidi Aakjer, MPA
Executive Director
Maine Children’s Trust
“I really enjoyed and found this workshop very helpful, not only for myself but those I supervise as well as the rest of our agency. It was also very eye-opening in terms of work we do with those we serve. It was an excellent reminder of the importance of self-care, and the need to find, treasure and spread joy, moment by moment. Thank you to Chris for reigniting such an important part of daily living!”
National Conference Attendee – “Collecting Joy” Presentation
SPARK 2025 (Social Current)
“This was an incredibly timely and refreshing session! It was exactly what I needed to kick off the conference. Chris spoke with confidence and empathy. He used his own personal stories to illustrate the lessons of the session, which created a safe space in a short amount of time. I learned both from the information presented as well as the way the session was lead and facilitated.”
National Conference Attendee – “Collecting Joy” Presentation
SPARK 2025 (Social Current)
“This session was so needed personally and professionally. It has both energized and empowered me to take action on all levels to explore Joy in everyday I can!”
National Conference Attendee – “Collecting Joy” Presentation
SPARK 2025 (Social Current)
Frequently Asked Questions
How do Inspired CE courses work?
Each course is built around a selected episode of the Inspired Insights Podcast. After purchasing a course, you’ll listen to the designated podcast episode, complete a short quiz, and receive your continuing education certificate upon successful completion.
Do I have to listen to the podcast in one sitting?
No. You can listen at your own pace, wherever and whenever it’s most convenient for you.
Can I listen from my phone?
Absolutely. The Inspired Insights Podcast is designed to be accessible on your phone, allowing you to learn while commuting, exercising, walking, or relaxing at home.
How do I receive my CE certificate?
After completing the podcast and successfully passing the quiz, your continuing education certificate will be available for download.
How long do I have access to my course?
Once purchased, you’ll have ongoing access to your course materials so you can complete them on your schedule. (Confirm if Kajabi access is lifetime or a specific timeframe.)
How do Inspired CE courses work?
Each course is built around a selected episode of the Inspired Insights Podcast. After purchasing a course, you’ll listen to the designated podcast episode, complete a short quiz, and receive your continuing education certificate upon successful completion.
Do I have to listen to the podcast in one sitting?
No. You can listen at your own pace, wherever and whenever it’s most convenient for you.
Can I listen from my phone?
Absolutely. The Inspired Insights Podcast is designed to be accessible on your phone, allowing you to learn while commuting, exercising, walking, or relaxing at home.
How do I receive my CE certificate?
After completing the podcast and successfully passing the quiz, your continuing education certificate will be available for download.
How long do I have access to my course?
Once purchased, you’ll have ongoing access to your course materials so you can complete them on your schedule. (Confirm if Kajabi access is lifetime or a specific timeframe.)
Are these approved continuing education courses?
Yes. Inspired CE courses are approved for continuing education in Maine. Additional approvals may be added in the future as the program expands.
How long are the quizzes?
Each quiz is designed to reinforce key concepts from the podcast and can typically be completed in just a few minutes.
Can I purchase multiple courses or bundles?
Yes. You can purchase individual courses based on your interests or save by selecting one of our curated course bundles.
Who should take these courses?
Inspired CE is ideal for licensed social workers and other helping professionals looking for practical, engaging continuing education that fits into their busy lives.
Are these approved continuing education courses?
Yes. Inspired CE courses are approved for continuing education in Maine. Additional approvals may be added in the future as the program expands.
How long are the quizzes?
Each quiz is designed to reinforce key concepts from the podcast and can typically be completed in just a few minutes.
Can I purchase multiple courses or bundles?
Yes. You can purchase individual courses based on your interests or save by selecting one of our curated course bundles.
Who should take these courses?
Inspired CE is ideal for licensed social workers and other helping professionals looking for practical, engaging continuing education that fits into their busy lives.
Ready to Experience Continuing Education Differently?
Continuing education doesn’t have to feel like another obligation.
Earn the credits you need while enjoying meaningful conversations that inspire new ideas, deepen your practice, and support your professional growth.
Because learning should stay with you long after you’ve earned your certificate.