Events
Networking & Educational Events Hosted by Summit BHC
Summit BHC hosts a number of networking and educational events for our colleagues throughout the year. Please register if you are interested in attending.
For questions regarding Summit BHC sponsored events, please reach out to Janis Ellington, Director of Education & Event Strategies, at 912-678-4480 or jellington@summitbhc.com.
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Personal Injury Assessor Training
Summary:
Summary:
The CPIA training is structured across 12 detailed modules delivered over a two-day, 12-hour intensive course. Each module focuses on critical aspects of personal injury assessment, ranging from foundational concepts to advanced applications. Through a combination of theoretical instruction, practical applications, case studies, & role-play activities, participants will gain a robust understanding of the intersection between mental health & law, & how to apply this knowledge in real-world scenarios. This training meets qualifications for testing for Certification Personal Injury Assessor.
Agenda for the two-day Personal Injury Assessor Training (CPIA):
- Day 1 Agenda – 6 CE Hours
10:00 AM – 11:30 AM: Introduction to Personal Injury Assessment (1.5 CE Credit)
– Understanding Personal Injury Law
– Scope of Personal Injury Assessment
11:30 AM – 11:45 AM: Break
11:45 AM – 1:00 PM: Foundations of Injury Assessment (1.25 CE Credit)
– Biopsychosocial Model of Injury
– Psychological Impact of Injury
1:00 PM – 1:30 PM: Lunch Break
1:30 PM – 3:00 PM: Assessment Tools and Techniques (1.5 CE Credit)
– Choosing Assessment Instruments
– Clinical Interviewing for Injury Assessment
3:00 PM – 3:15 PM: Break
3:15 PM – 5:00 PM: Functional and Vocational Impacts (1.75 CE Credit)
– Functional Capacity Evaluations
– Vocational and Occupational Considerations
- Day 2 Agenda – 6 CE Hours
10:00 AM – 11:30 AM: Chronic Pain and Somatic Symptom Assessment (1.5 CE Credits)
– Understanding Chronic Pain
– Assessing Somatic Symptoms
11:30 AM – 11:45 AM: Break
11:45 AM – 1:00 PM: Malingering and Deception (1.25 CE Credits)
– Detecting Malingering
– Legal and Ethical Issues
1:00 PM – 1:30 PM: Lunch Break
1:30 PM – 3:00 PM: Neuropsychological Considerations (1.5 CE Credits)
– Cognitive Effects of Injury
– Neuropsychological Testing
3:00 PM – 3:15 PM: Break
3:15 PM – 5:00 PM: Psychological Sequelae of Physical Trauma (1.75 CE Credits)
– Emotional and Psychological Trauma
– Assessment of PTSD and Related Disorders
5:00 – Wrap Up – Instructions for Certification Testing
For more information contact:
Name: Janis Ellington
Phone: (912) 678-4480
Email: janis.ellington@summitbhc.com
Reunification Therapist Certification Training
Summary:
Summary:
Certified Family Reunification Specialist (CFRS) Program: A groundbreaking certification training designed specifically for behavioral health professionals committed to facilitating family reunification.
Learning Objectives:
- Understand the Foundations and Ethical Considerations of Reunification Therapy.
- Participants will explore the legal and ethical fra111eworks guiding practice within this specialty area, ensuring adherence to professional standards and responsibilities.
- Develop Skills in Assessment, Evaluation, and Intervention Strategies.
- Participants will be equipped with the knowledge lo apply various models of reunification therapy.
- Participants will learn to design effective parenting education programs, implement child-centered approaches, and culturally competent practices lo support diverse families through the reunification process.
- Participants will enhance competencies in Co-parenting Strategies, Conflict Resolution, and Legal Collaboration.
For more information contact:
Name: Janis Ellington
Email: janis.ellington@summitbhc.com
