Are you interested in training, but can't get away? The Crisis & Trauma Resource Institute provides a free webinar every month. The topic for March is Addictions and Mental Illness - Working with Co-occuring Disorders. The institute also houses a variety of resources available for free download, such as checklists and fact sheets about mental health topics. If you haven't visited their website, you might enjoy having a look.
Visit https://ca.ctrinstitute.com/free-webinar/ to view the full article online.
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The BC School Counsellor's Association 2019 conference will be held at the Pacific Gateway Hotel October 24 to 25, 2019. The invitation for presenters has been sent. If you missed yours and are interested in presenting a workshop at the conference, be sure to visit the conference website and submit your abstract now. The conference team is looking for presenters with knowledge and expertise in trauma. Share your learning about ACEs, your experiences and successes with building a trauma-informed team at your school, or other topics related to the theme of trauma. Then, join us for two days of networking and learning.
Visit https://www.bcscaconference.ca/ to view the full article online.
Do you have students thinking about becoming a doctor? Did you know many medical schools require students to provide evidence of activities from age 16? Just What the Doctor Ordered: The Insider's Guide to Getting into Medical School in Canada is the first new book for Canada on the subject in 10 years. Author Christine Fader shares her insights about the medical school application and interview process and strategy tips for current and future applicants. Of particular relevance to BC counsellors is the chapter and advice throughout the book for high school students. It also has a chapter for parents (which will be helpful for counsellors) and special category applicants. For more information, check out the website of the author, Christine Fader.
Visit http://christinefader.com/ to view the full article online.
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Careers in dental health are varied and more than just the dentist and hygenist. For information about dental health careers including where to find training opportunities, see the attachment. Provided by the BC Dental Association, the information is accurate and up-to-date.
Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/bco-nwl/pdf/BCDA_Article_-_The_Dental_Office_Team_March_2019.pdf to view the full article online.
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For the first time ever, UBC has published a viewbook listing the professional development opportunities for teachers. Follow the link to read about graduate programs, diploma and certificate programs, institutes (including the popular summer institute), online and off-campus courses, open learning courses and more.
Visit http://pdce.educ.ubc.ca/about/our-services/?utm_source=PDCE+Newsletter&utm_campaign=09d439225f-February+2018_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_aad6ea51fb-09d439225f-73794649 to view the full article online.
