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Registration deadline: May 24th

This course will be held in person at the Brown School with asynchronous work in Canvas/WUEx. Access to a computer/laptop with internet access is required.

15 CEUs 

Ready to launch your own private practice, but unsure where to start? This course is designed to guide you through the process of establishing and launching your private practice. We’ll dive into the essential building blocks of a sustainable private practice: identifying your niche and brand, financial planning, legal requirements, day-to-day operations, and effective marketing strategies. This hands-on workshop lets you work on your own practice as you learn, so you leave with a clear plan, practical tools, and the confidence to open your doors.

Class size is limited to 25.

$399 General Admission with Early Bird Discount* ($650 after April 30th)
$349 Non-profit/Education/Government Employees with Early Bird Discount* ($450 after April 30th)
*Applicable discount can be applied during checkout.

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Learner Outcomes

  • Gain a better understanding of the legal requirements of opening a private practice.
  • Describe some of the foundational financial, operational, branding, and marketing steps necessary to successfully launch a private therapy practice.
  • Learn how to filter their private practice business decisions through a lens of sustainability.

Course Completion Requirements:

The Brown School is an approved provider of Social Work CEs in Missouri and Illinois. To earn credit, attendees must arrive at the scheduled time, attend the entire course, and complete an online course evaluation. You may still qualify for partial Social Work Missouri and Illinois CEs if you miss part of the training. CE Certificates will be available online within 10 business days of course completion by visiting your learner profile at https://ce.wustl.edu/portal/logon.do?method=load&parentSite=brown.  You will receive an email notification with specific instructions for accessing the online certificate when it is available.

For more information about CEs, accessibility, refund/cancellation policy, our grievance policy, or other inquiries, please visit our About Us page or email brownprofdev@wustl.edu.

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Section Title
The Private Practice Launchpad: A Hands-On Intensive for Therapists
Type
Workshop
Days
Th, F
Time
8:30AM to 5:00PM
Dates
Jun 04, 2026 to Jun 05, 2026
Schedule and Location
Location
  • Washington University Danforth Campus
Delivery Options
Course Fee(s)
General Admission $650.00
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