Ms. Tsekenis has received the following credentials:
- Licensed Master Social Worker, New York, #077516
- School Social Worker, Provisional Certificate, New York State Education Department
- Bilingual Extension, Provisional Certificate, New York State Education Department
- Global Service Certificate, Fordham University
Ms. Tsekenis has received the following awards:
- 2008 NASW Student Award, NYC Chapter of NASW
- 2007 Social Work Student of the Year, New York State Social Work Education Association