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Community Education Service

January 2019


 

New centre for child and adolescent mental health

 

 

 


CES sessions are FREE and OPEN TO ALL ADULTS (unless otherwise indicated).
Limited childcare is available for morning sessions held at the Alberta Children’s Hospital.
Please call 403 955 2500 at least 3 days prior to the session to reserve a childcare spot.

**All sessions Level 1 unless otherwise indicated and qualify for ACSW B Level credits.
It is recommended not to bring children to CES sessions, unless indicated otherwise.
Courses with low registration may be cancelled.
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Wednesday January 23
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Alberta Children’s Hospital
Kinsmen Learning Centre (4th floor)
2888 Shaganappi Trail NW, Calgary

Schizophrenia Society of Alberta- Community Education Presentation live tele phone

The Schizophrenia society of Alberta offers community education Presentations to educate our community on the disorder, its symptoms and what those living with it experience.
Community education Presentations are unique in that the program presenters are living with schizophrenia themselves, they share their personal experiences in order to combat the stigma around the illness, with the goal of creating a more inclusive and educated society.


Thursday January 24
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
St. Sebastien School
65 Chaparral Drive SE, Calgary

Taming Anxiety Gremlins live

Anxiety is at epidemic levels among children and teens. This workshop will promote parent and teachers' understanding of anxiety and teach them how traditional ways of offering help may unwittingly feed into the child's worries and associated behaviours. Participants will learn effective tools to help children manage their anxiety to promote their resilience and overall well-being.


 

RECORDED SESSIONS  

The following are prerecorded sessions and are presented in the
Windows Media Video (WMV) format or MP4.
Click on titles for poster.

Music Therapy and Early Childhood Development

The purpose of this session will be to educate participants on the benefits of using music in early childhood. The presenters will also give an overview of how the development of infants and toddlers is promoted through music therapy interventions.

Adolescent Dating Violence: Prevalence, Correlates, Outcomes and Prevention                           

This presentation will introduce attendees to the topic of adolescent dating violence. The latest research on prevalence, correlates and outcomes will be reviewed, as well as best practices for prevention. The presenter will also review key take-aways for health care providers, parents and educators.

Not falling through the cracks - How Psychoeducational Assessments can help Foster Success!

Does your child struggle in a mainstream classroom? Are you concerned that your child may be anxious, overwhelmed or inattentive at school? Does your child struggle to understand new academic concepts or lessons? Do you think your child needs extra support to achieve academic or social success? If you can relate to any of these questions, please join the presenters to explore when a psychoeducational assessment may be warranted for your child. Within the current session, presenters will provide parents and supports with an overview of how psychoeducational assessments can be helpful in identifying a child’s strengths, areas of difficulty, and learning style, as well as help caregivers learn how to advocate through the educational system and community supports to foster growth and success.

Videogaming and Youth

Increase your comprehension of videogame culture, including popularity of play in Canada, pros and cons of play and signs of problematic use. Identify strategies to open up conversations at home, within your organization, or in the classroom that raise awareness and help people to make informed decisions. Session is run by Alberta Health Services, Youth Addiction Services.

Laugh Until it Helps: Building Resilience through Humour and Laughter

In helping children be more resilient, the goal is not to deny the reality of their struggles but rather to recognize areas of special need & help them gain insight into their talents and inner strengths. Knowing how to face up to & answer tough questions, connect with people in ways that are helpful,& deal with frustration with creativity, imagination & even humour are all ways we can teach children to become more independent & enjoy success in school & in the community.

Marijuana and Development of the Brain                                                                                     

Please join visiting Neuroscientist from New York, Dr. Diana Dow-Edwards to learn about:
• Pharmacology and anatomy of endocannabinoid system
• What exogenous cannabinoids do to developing nervous system
• Mental health consequences of adolescent marijuana smoking

Disability Tax Credit and RDSP Workshop

The RDSP is a program for those that qualify for the Disability Tax Credit and are under the age of 60. There is up to $70,000 in grants and $20,000 in bonds that can be collected until their 49th year. Come get all your questions answered about he Disability Tax Credit and Registered Disability Saving Plan.

Identifying Youth at Risk of Psychosis

Participants can expect to learn what clinical high risk of psychosis is, as well as what we know about conversion to psychosis. They will learn about symptoms that help identify young people at risk for psychosis. Finally, they will learn about our research group, how our projects might be helpful to them and their clients and how to refer to our program.

Speaking OUT: A Special Report on LGBTQ2S+ Young People in the Child Welfare and Youth Justice Systems

Learning Objectives:
1. To learn about the Speaking OUT Special Report process, themes, recommendations and the next steps in this systemic advocacy effort.
2. To build on participants knowledge of supporting LGBTQ2S+ young people and to encourage action to improve their experiences and realities.
3. To hear from young people about what works, what doesn't and how things should change.

Restricted Interests in Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD): How do they engage the brain?

One of the lesser studied symptoms in ASD is restricted interests. In a series of studies conducted at the University of Calgary and Alberta Children's Hospital we asked: how does the brain respond to restricted interests? In this presentation I will talk about how we use techniques like electroencephalography and functional magnetic resonance imaging to study the brain, and what the images we get tell us about how restricted interests are processed in the brain.understanding of what causes it, and some simple strategies to prevent it.

An Overview of Inclusive Post-Secondary Education (IPSE): Promoting Higher Learning for Adults with Intellectual Disabilities

This workshop will provide an overview of the Inclusive Post-Secondary (IPSE) model, promoting higher learning for adults with intellectual disabilities. The IPSE Team from the University of Calgary and St. Mary's University will be providing key information on the importance of collaboration, application processes/preparation and desired outcomes.

Collaborative Problem Solving Approach for Children, Youth and Families

Objectives:
1. To learn about the difference between triggers/expectations, lagging skills and challenging behavior.
2. To understand the rationale for helping children and youth develop 5 common lagging skills for better adaptation.
3. To learn the advantages of collaborative vs. coercive approaches with children and youth.

Youth Bullying & Discrimination: Let's Make it Stop

Ryan will address:

The characteristics of a healthy relationship
The relationships between healthy interactions, social connection and bullying behavior
Power
Bullying
Intervention and Response

http://www.redcross.ca/training-and-certification/course-descriptions/respect-education-courses

 


To register for these sessions, click here

Attendance Certificates are not available for TH, Audioline or Webinar sessions

It is recommended to use your confirmation email you received when registering as proof of registration and also a copy of the handout if one was provided.


CES is always looking for new partnerships and presenters!
Please contact us should you be interested in sharing your expertise as it relates to child and youth health and emotional well-being.


 

HOW TO REGISTER

PUBLIC

To attend in person: live

To attend via Telehealth TH (aka video-conference) / Audio Line: tele phone
Only those sessions marked with the icons above are available as TH or audioline
Click on these icons on the website for more information

To view a Recorded session or Webinar : webinar

 

AHS EMPLOYEES

To attend in person: live

To attend via Telehealth TH (aka video-conference) / Audio Line: tele phone
Only those sessions marked with the icons above are available as TH or audioline.
Click on these icons on the website for more information

Step 1: Book your site using this scheduler link

Step 2: Once site has been confirmed, register for the session here:
http://community.hmhc.ca/login/

To view a Recorded session or Webinar : webinar
Create an account: http://community.hmhc.ca/registration/
Already have an account? Register: http://community.hmhc.ca/sessions/?p=online

 


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