The 3rd Annual School-Based Behavioral Health & Wellness Conference
School-Based Behavioral Health and Wellness Conference: Mind Body Connections
Join us for an enlightening and transformative conference designed specifically for school and mental health professionals. This event will delve into the principles and practices of holistic health, emphasizing the vital mind-body connection. Through a series of workshops, expert presentations, and interactive sessions, attendees will explore innovative therapeutic approaches that integrate horticulture, art therapy, and equine therapy.
Target Audience
School educators, social workers (LSW, LCSW), Counselors (LPC), school administrators, psychologists (PhD, PsyD), Physicians (MD), Nurses.
Learning Objectives
- Discuss the comprehensive approach to health that considers the physical, emotional, and social well-being of individuals.
- Identify techniques and therapies that enhance the integration of mental and physical health, promoting overall wellness.
- Explain how gardening and plant-based activities can improve mental health, reduce stress, and foster a sense of accomplishment and connection to nature.
- Demonstrate creative expression as a powerful tool for emotional healing and self-discovery and learn practical applications for diverse populations.
- Identify the therapeutic benefits of working with horses, including improved emotional regulation, confidence, and social skills.
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Physicians (CME) Allegheny General Hospital is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. Approved for AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™.
The National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) states that the AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ are acceptable for continuing medical education requirements for recertification.
American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) accepts AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ from organizations accredited by the ACCME.
American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) accepts AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ from organizations accredited by the ACCME.
Psychologists (APA) Allegheny Health Network is approved by the American Psychological Association to offer continuing education for psychologists. Allegheny Health Network maintains responsibility for the program and its content.
Social Workers (APA) The American Psychological Association (APA) is a preapproved provider of continuing education courses and programs for social workers and clinical social workers and can be used toward re-licensure. Social workers may claim credits for attending educational courses and programs delivered by preapproved providers, such as the American Psychological Association (refer to CE for Psychologists above). For verification, please refer to Continuing Education Regulations §47.36 #(6) (ix) found at www.dos.state. pa.us/social. Certificates of attendance will be awarded following the conference provided a completed evaluation form is submitted.
School Educators (Act 48) Allegheny General Hospital has approved this activity for contact hours for non-physicians, Act 48 Hours.
Available Credit
- 5.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
- 5.00 ANCC
- 5.00 APA
- 5.00 Attendance