February 2012

February 1, 2012, “Working with Families
Sponsor: MECCA Services
Date: February 1, 2012 - 10:00-Noon
Location: Mecca, 438 Southgate Ave., Iowa City, IA
Presenter: Steve Steine, MA, CADC
Cost: Free
CEUs: 2.0 hours, Cat. A - Special Populations
Contact: Heather Kramer, 319-351-4357

February 2, 2012, “Cultural Competency Webinar”
Sponsor: Iowa Dept. of Public Health
Date: February 2, 2012 – 10:00-11:30 am
Location: Webinar
Presenter: Mark Grey, PhD and Michele Devlin, Dr. P.H.
Cost: Free
CEUs: 1.5 hours, Cat. A – Racial/Ethnic
Contact: Katrina Davis, 515-309-3315

February 2, 2012, “Treating Tobacco Dependence”
Sponsor: ASAC
Date: February 2, 2012 – 1:30-5:00 pm
Location: New Directions, 250 20th Ave. North, Clinton, IA
Presenter: Thomas Gauvin, MA, TTS
Cost: $25.00 for non Linn County or ASAC employees – free for Linn County and ASAC employees
CEUs: 3.0 hours, Cat. A – Alcohol & Drug Specific
Contact: Kathy Corbett, 319-390-1884 or kcorbett@asac.us

February 3, 2012, “Treating Tobacco Dependence”
Sponsor: ASAC
Date: February 3, 2012 – 9:00 am -12:15 pm
Location: ASAC Prevention Building, 3536 18th Ave. SW, Cedar Rapids, IA
Presenter: Thomas Gauvin, MA, TTS
Cost: $25.00 for non Linn County or ASAC employees – free for Linn County and ASAC employees
CEUs: 3.0 hours, Cat. A – Alcohol & Drug Specific
Contact: Kathy Corbett, 319-390-1884 or kcorbett@asac.us

February 3, 2012, “Treating Tobacco Dependence”
Sponsor: ASAC
Date: February 3, 2012 – 1:15-4:30 pm
Location: ASAC Prevention Building, 3536 18th Ave. SW, Cedar Rapids, IA
Presenter: Thomas Gauvin, MA, TTS
Cost: $25.00 for non Linn County or ASAC employees – free for Linn County and ASAC employees
CEUs: 3.0 hours, Cat. A – Alcohol & Drug Specific
Contact: Kathy Corbett, 319-390-1884 or kcorbett@asac.us

February 3, 2012, “Understanding the 12 Steps as a Mutual Support” (Step 3 & 4)
Sponsor: Center for Alcohol & Drug Services (CADS)
Date: February 3, 2012 – 1:00-4:15 pm
Location: CADS – Fairmount Facility, 1523 S. Fairmount, Davenport, IA
Presenter: Darrell Vincent, Dana Barnard, Al Stouffer
Cost: $25.00
CEUs: 3.0 hours, Cat. A – Alcohol & Drug Specific
Contact: Adella Ramirez-Maldonado, 563-326-4116

February 3, 2012, “Motivational Interviewing, Part I”
Sponsor: Jackson Recovery Centers
Date: February 3, 2012 – 8:15 am-Noon
Location: Jackson Recovery Centers, Peter Waitt Education Center, 800 5th St., 2nd Floor, Sioux City, IA
Presenter: Kris Bengford, ACBSW, CADC
Cost: $35.00
CEUs: 3.0 hours, Cat. A – Counseling Theories & Techniques
Contact: Christy Stinger, 712-234-2384

February 8, 2012,  “Essential Substance Abuse Skills - A Guide for Professionals Webinar Series: Professional and Ethical Responsibilities”
Sponsor: Prairielands Addiction Technology Transfer Center (ATTC)
Date: February 8, 2012 – 11:30 am-1:00 pm
Location: Webinar
Presenter: Bob Bogue, CCDC III, CCS II, NCACI, SAP
Cost: Free (CEU’s available upon request for $10.00)
CEUs: 1.5 hours, Cat. A – Ethics
Contact: Candace Peters, 319-335-5368 or 319-335-5362

February 15, 2012, “Problem Gambling 101”
Sponsor: Iowa Board of Certification
Date: February 15, 2012 – 1:00-4:15 pm
Location: Iowa Board of Certification, 225 NW School St, Ankeny, IA
Presenter: Bob Kerksieck, LMSW, IAADC
Cost: $30.00
CEUs: 3.0 hours, Cat. A – Problem Gambling Knowledge or Special Populations
Contact: Download Registration form

February 15, 2012, “Promoting Awareness of Motivational Incentives (PAMI)”
Sponsor: Prairielands ATTC
Date: February 15, 2012 - 9:00-Noon
Location: Webinar
Presenter: Holly Hagle, PhD and Candace Peters, MA, CADC
Cost: Free (CEUs available upon request for $10.00)
CEUs: 3.0 hours, Cat. A –Counseling Theories & Techniques
Contact: Candace Peters, 319-335-5368 or 319-335-5362
http://www.attcnetwork.org/regcenters/index_prairielands.asp

February 17, 2012, “Co-Dependency”
Sponsor: Community & Family Resources
Date: February 17, 2012 - 9:00 am-Noon
Location: 1506 31st Ave. North, Ft. Dodge, IA
Presenter: Blake Harvey
Cost: $10.00
CEUs: 2.75 hours, Cat. A - Counseling Theories & Techniques
Contact: Melissa Donahe, 515-576-7261, Ext. 1103

February 17, 2012, “Co-Dependency”
Sponsor: Community & Family Resources
Date: February 17, 2012 - 1:00-4:00 pm
Location: 1506 31st Ave. North, Ft. Dodge, IA
Presenter: Blake Harvey
Cost: $10.00
CEUs: 2.75 hours, Cat. A - Counseling Theories & Techniques
Contact: Melissa Donahe, 515-576-7261, Ext. 1103

February 17, 2012, “Moving Toward Best Practices: Reviewing the Implications of the Latest Gambling Research and Innovative Programming” (webinar training)
Sponsor: Iowa Dept. of Public Health, Iowa Gambling Treatment Program
Date: February 17, 2012 - Noon-1:30 pm
Location: Webinar
Presenter: Jerry Bauerkemper
Cost: $10.00
CEUs: 1.5 hours, Cat. A: CGTC’s-Problem Gambling Knowledge, All others-Special Populations
Contact: Monica Stutzman (Training Resources), 515-309-3315 or email, monica@trainingresources.org, or go to website, www.trainingresources.org

February 22, 2012,  “Understanding Multi-axial Diagnosis”
Sponsor: 6th Judicial District Dept. of Correctional Services
Date: February 22, 2012 – 9:00-11:15 am
Location: 6th Judicial District Dept. of Correctional Services, 951 29th Ave. SW, Cedar Rapids, IA
Presenter: Chad Brownfield, MS, NCP, BCCP
Cost: $10.00
CEUs: 2.0 hours, Cat. A – Counseling Theories & Techniques
Contact: Rob Metzger, 319-297-3520

February 22, 2012, Behavioral Health Webinar Series: “Concepts and Principles – Motivational Interviewing for Helping Professionals”
Sponsor: Prairielands ATTC
Date: February 22, 2012 - Noon-1:00
Location: Webinar
Presenter: Candace Peters, MA, CADC
Cost: Free (CEUs available upon request for $10.00)
CEUs: 1.0 hour, Cat. A –Counseling Theories & Techniques
Contact: Candace Peters, 319-335-5368 or 319-335-5362
http://www.attcnetwork.org/regcenters/index_prairielands.asp

February 24, 2012, “Co-Dependency”
Sponsor: Community & Family Resources
Date: February 24, 2012 - 9:00 am-Noon
Location: 1619 S. High Ave., Ames, IA
Presenter: Blake Harvey
Cost: $10.00
CEUs: 2.75 hours, Cat. A - Counseling Theories & Techniques
Contact: Melissa Donahe, 515-576-7261, Ext. 1103

February 24, 2012, “Co-Dependency”
Sponsor: Community & Family Resources
Date: February 24, 2012 - 1:00-4:00 pm
Location: 1619 S. High Ave., Ames, IA
Presenter: Blake Harvey
Cost: $10.00
CEUs: 2.75 hours, Cat. A - Counseling Theories & Techniques
Contact: Melissa Donahe, 515-576-7261, Ext. 1103

March 2012

March 1, 2012, “An Introduction to Cultural Competency for Substance Abuse Professionals: Developing Equitable Policies and Protocols”
Sponsor: Iowa Dept. of Public Health
Date: March 1, 2012 - 10:00-11:30 am
Location: Webinar
Presenter: Mark Grey, PhD and Michele Devlin, Dr. P.H.
Cost: Free
CEUs: 1.5 hours, Cat. A – Racial/Ethnic
Contact: Katrina Davis, 515-309-3315 or www.trainingresources.org

March 2, 2012, “Understanding the 12 Steps as a Mutual Support” (Step 5, 6 & 7)
Sponsor: Center for Alcohol & Drug Services (CADS)
Date: March 2, 2012 – 1:00-4:15 pm
Location: CADS – Fairmount Facility, 1523 S. Fairmount, Davenport, IA
Presenter: Darrell Vincent, Dana Barnard, Al Stouffer
Cost: $25.00
CEUs: 3.0 hours, Cat. A – Alcohol & Drug Specific
Contact: Adella Ramirez-Maldonado, 563-326-4116

March 6-8, 2012, “PRIME for Life New Instructor Training”
Sponsor: PRI Institute
Date: March 6-8, 2012
Location: Grand Harbor Resort, 350 Bell St., Dubuque, IA
Presenter: Michelle Ellison
Cost: Free
CEUs: 21.0 total hours, Cat. A – Alcohol & Drug Specific
Contact: Jo Marie Lammy, 800-922-9489

March 9, 2012 - 9:00-4:30, “Treatment Planning for Substance Abusing Clients”
Sponsor: Iowa Western Community College
Date: March 9, 2012 - 9:00-4:30
Location: Iowa Western Community College, Continuing Health Education, 2700 College Rd.
Council Bluffs, IA
Presenter: William Ricketts, MS, LMHP and Daniel Whitehead, MS, LMHP
Cost: $70.00
CEUs: 6.0 hours, Cat. A – Alcohol & Drug Specific or Counseling Theories & Techniques
Contact: Cheryl Heininger, 712-235-3265

March 9, 2012, “PRIME for Life Conference”
Sponsor:
Date: March 9, 2012 - 9:00-5:00
Location: Grand Harbor Resort, 350 Bell St., Dubuque, IA
Presenter: Michelle Ellison
Cost: Free
CEUs: 6.0 hours, Cat. A – Counseling Theories & Techniques
Contact: Jo Marie Lammy, 800-922-9489

March 14, 2012, “Essential Substance Abuse Skills - A Guide for Professionals Webinar Series: Clinical Evaluation: Screening”
Sponsor: Prairielands Addiction Technology Transfer Center (ATTC)
Date: March 14, 2012 – 11:30 am-1:00 pm
Location: Webinar
Presenter: Peter Nathan, PhD
Cost: Free  (CEU’s available upon request for $10.00)
CEUs: 1.5 hours, Cat. A – Counseling Theories
Contact: Candace Peters, 319-335-5368 or 319-335-5362

March 26, 2012,  “2012 Iowa Drug Endangered Children Conference”
Sponsor: Governor’s Office of Drug Control Policy, Iowa Alliance for Drug Endangered Children, Polk County Alliance for DEC, et al
Date: March 26, 2012 – 8:00-4:30
Location: Meadows Events & Conference Center, 1 Prairie Meadows Dr., Altoona, IA
Presenter: Sheriff Bill McCarthy, MPA; James Copple; Jenny Gomez, MS; Jennifer Sleiter, MSN, ARNP; Brenda Bash, MS; Steven D. Hagemoser, PhD, and panel presentations
Cost: $65.00
CEUs: 6.75 hours, Cat. A – Alcohol & Drug Specific or Special Populations
Contact: Becky Swift, ODCP, 515-725-0301

March 27, 2012, “Internet Safety: What you Need to Know”
Sponsor: Regional Child Protection Center, Blank Children’s Hospital in Des Moines
Date: March 27, 2012 - 8:30-11:45 am
Location: Education and Research Center, Methodist Hospital, 1200 Pleasant St., Des Moines, IA
Presenter: Mike Ferjack, MA – Iowa Dept. of Justice, Office of the Attorney General, Area Prosecutions Division
Cost: Free
CEUs: 3.0 hours, Cat. A –Generic
Contact: Sandra Brasell-Jasa, 515-241-4233 or www.blankchildrens.org (under “Events” section)

March 27, 2012, “Internet Safety: What you Need to Know”
Sponsor: Regional Child Protection Center, Blank Children’s Hospital in Des Moines
Date: March 27, 2012 - 1:00-4:15 pm
Location: Education and Research Center, Methodist Hospital, 1200 Pleasant St., Des Moines, IA
Presenter: Mike Ferjack, MA – Iowa Dept. of Justice, Office of the Attorney General, Area Prosecutions Division
Cost: Free
CEUs: 3.0 hours, Cat. A –Generic
Contact: Sandra Brasell-Jasa, 515-241-4233 or www.blankchildrens.org (under “Events” section)

March 28, 2012, Behavioral Health Webinar Series: “Hallucinogenics – Use and Abuse”
Sponsor: Prairielands ATTC
Date: March 28, 2012 - Noon-1:00
Location: Webinar
Presenter: Matthew Johnson, PhD
Cost: Free (CEUs available upon request for $10.00)
CEUs: 1.0 hour, Cat. A –Alcohol & Drug Specific
Contact: Candace Peters, 319-335-5368 or 319-335-5362
http://www.attcnetwork.org/regcenters/index_prairielands.asp
 

April 2012

April 2, 2012, “Emerging Drug Trends – K2/Spice, Bath Salts, and Salvia”
Sponsor: Iowa Corrections Assn.
Date: April 2, 2012 - 8:30-11:45 am
Location: Dept. of Correctional Services, Hoover Bldg, Level A, Rm. 5 & 6, Des Moines, IA
Presenter: Bruce Reeve, Dan Voogt & Lina Kalin
Cost: ICA Members: $20.00; Non-ICA Members: $25.00
CEUs: 4.0 hours, Cat. A – Alcohol & Drug Specific
Contact: Todd Roberts, todd.roberts@iowa.gov or 319-398-3684

April 2, 2012, "Treatment of Opioid Addiction an Evidence-Based Training”
Sponsor: Training Resources, a Division of the Iowa Behavioral Health Association
Date: April 2, 2012 - 8:30-11:45 am
Location: Convention Center, 833 5th Ave., Des Moines, IA
Presenter: Cardwell C. Nuckols, PhD
Cost: $60.00 ($50.00 if registering online)
CEUs: 3.0 hours, Cat. A – Alcohol & Drug Specific
Contact: Becky Woodcock, 515-309-3315 or www.trainingresources.org

April 2, 2012, “Treatment of Stimulant Addiction an Evidence Based Training”
Sponsor: Training Resources, a Division of the Iowa Behavioral Health Association
Date: April 2, 2012 - 1:00-4:15 pm
Location: Convention Center, 833 5th Ave., Des Moines, IA
Presenter: Cardwell C. Nuckols, PhD
Cost: $60.00 ($50.00 if registering online)
CEUs: 3.0 hours, Cat. A – Alcohol & Drug Specific
Contact: Becky Woodcock, 515-309-3315 or www.trainingresources.org

April 2, 2012, “Ethical Decision Making – Treatment Ethics”
Sponsor: Training Resources, a Division of the Iowa Behavioral Health Association
Date: April 2, 2012 - 5:30-8:45 pm
Location: Convention Center, 833 5th Ave., Des Moines, IA
Presenter: Jim Wilwerding, LMHC, CADC
Cost: $60.00 ($50.00 if registering online)
CEUs: 3.0 hours, Cat. A – Ethics
Contact: Becky Woodcock, 515-309-3315 or www.trainingresources.org

April 3-4, 2012, “35th Annual Governor’s Conference on Substance Abuse”
Sponsor: Training Resources, a Division of the Iowa Behavioral Health Association
Date: April 3-4, 2012
Location: Convention Center, 833 5th Ave., Des Moines, IA
Presenter: Various
Cost: $150.00 for both days if registering by 3/23/12 ($140.00 if registering online); $200.00 for both days after 3/23/12
CEUs: 13.25 hours, Cat. A
Contact: Becky Woodcock, 515-309-3315 or www.trainingresources.org

April 6, 2012, “Understanding the 12 Steps as a Mutual Support” (Step 8 & 9)
Sponsor: Center for Alcohol & Drug Services (CADS)
Date: April 6, 2012 – 1:00-4:15 pm
Location: CADS – Fairmount Facility, 1523 S. Fairmount, Davenport, IA
Presenter: Darrell Vincent, Dana Barnard, Al Stouffer
Cost: $25.00
CEUs: 3.0 hours, Cat. A – Alcohol & Drug Specific
Contact: Adella Ramirez-Maldonado, 563-326-4116

April 6, 2012, “Motivational Interviewing, Part II”
Sponsor: Jackson Recovery Centers
Date: April 6, 2012 – 8:15 am-Noon
Location: Jackson Recovery Centers, Peter Waitt Education Center, 800 5th St., 2nd Floor, Sioux City, IA
Presenter: Kris Bengford, ACBSW, CADC
Cost: $35.00
CEUs: 3.0 hours, Cat. A – Counseling Theories & Techniques
Contact: Christy Stinger, 712-234-2384

April 10-12, 2012, “Fundamentals of HIV, Hepatitis & STD Prevention Counseling”
Sponsor: Iowa Dept. of Public Health, Division of Behavioral Health & Professional Licensure, HIV/AIDS/Hepatitis Program
Date: April 10-12, 2012
Location: Iowa Vocational Rehabilitation Services, Jessie Parker Bldg, Grant Room, Lower Level, 510 E. 12th St., Des Moines, IA
Presenter: Shane Scharer, Iowa Dept. of Public Health; Rachel Stolz, Council Bluffs City Health Dept.
Cost: Free
CEUs: 19.5 hours, Cat. A – Special Populations or Counseling Theories
Contact: Valerie Emberton, 515-281-6801 or valerie.emberton@idph.iowa.gov  (email)

April 11, 2012, “Essential Substance Abuse Skills - A Guide for Professionals Webinar Series: Clinical Evaluation: Assessment”
Sponsor: Prairielands Addiction Technology Transfer Center (ATTC)
Date: April 11, 2012 – 11:30 am-1:00 pm
Location: Webinar
Presenter: Anne Helene Skinstad, PhD
Cost: Free  (CEU’s available upon request for $10.00)
CEUs: 1.5 hours, Cat. A – Counseling Theories
Contact: Candace Peters, 319-335-5368 or 319-335-5362

April 12, 2012, “Working with Families
Sponsor: MECCA Services
Date: April 12, 2012 - 1:00-3:00 pm
Location: Mecca, 3451 Easton Blvd., Des Moines, IA
Presenter: Steve Steine, MA, CADC
Cost: Free
CEUs: 2.0 hours, Cat. A - Special Populations
Contact: Heather Kramer, 319-351-4357

April 17, 2012, “The Impact of Domestic Violence on Children”
Sponsor: Regional Child Protection Center, Blank Children’s Hospital in Des Moines
Date: April 17, 2012 - 8:00-11:45 pm
Location: Education and Research Center, Methodist Hospital, 1200 Pleasant St., Des Moines, IA
Presenter: Kristin Howell, MSW – Director of Development: The Salesmanship Club of Dallas
Cost: Free
CEUs: 3.0 hours, Cat. A – Special Populations
Contact: Sandra Brasell-Jasa, 515-241-4233 or www.blankchildrens.org (under “Events” section)

April 17, 2012, “The Impact of Domestic Violence on Children”
Sponsor: Regional Child Protection Center, Blank Children’s Hospital in Des Moines
Date: April 17, 2012 - 12:30-4:15 pm
Location: Education and Research Center, Methodist Hospital, 1200 Pleasant St., Des Moines, IA
Presenter: Kristin Howell, MSW – Director of Development: The Salesmanship Club of Dallas
Cost: Free
CEUs: 3.0 hours, Cat. A – Special Populations
Contact: Sandra Brasell-Jasa, 515-241-4233 or www.blankchildrens.org (under “Events” section)

April 21, 2012, “Co-Occurring Addiction: Practical Treatment Tools for Your Practice”
Sponsor: University of Iowa, Dept. of Psychiatry and the Iowa Psychiatric Society
Date: April 21, 2012 - 8:00-2:0
Location: Gateway Hotel and Conference Center, 2100 Green Hills Dr., Ames, IA
Presenter: Ed Haycraft, LISW; Candace Peters, MA, CADC; Mark Smith, LISW; Tami Argo, Pharm D; Michael Flaum, MD, DFAPA; Anthony Miller, MD
Cost: $100.00
CEUs: 5.0 hours, Cat. A – Alcohol & Drug Specific or Counseling Theories & Techniques
Contact: Karen Loihl, 515-633-0341, or iowapsych@qwestoffice.net. Brochure: www.iowapsych.org

April 25, 2012, Behavioral Health Webinar Series: “Primary Care/Behavioral Health Care Integration”
Sponsor: Prairielands ATTC
Date: April 25, 2012 - Noon-1:00
Location: Webinar
Presenter: Kathleen Reynolds, MSW
Cost: Free (CEUs available upon request for $10.00)
CEUs: 1.0 hour, Cat. A – Counseling Theories & Techniques
Contact: Candace Peters, 319-335-5368 or 319-335-5362
http://www.attcnetwork.org/regcenters/index_prairielands.asp
 

May 2012

May 4, 2012, “Understanding the 12 Steps as a Mutual Support” (Step 10, 11 & 12)
Sponsor: Center for Alcohol & Drug Services (CADS)
Date: May 4, 2012 – 1:00-4:15 pm
Location: CADS – Fairmount Facility, 1523 S. Fairmount, Davenport, IA
Presenter: Darrell Vincent, Dana Barnard, Al Stouffer
Cost: $25.00
CEUs: 3.0 hours, Cat. A – Alcohol & Drug Specific
Contact: Adella Ramirez-Maldonado, 563-326-4116

May 9, 2012, “Essential Substance Abuse Skills - A Guide for Professionals Webinar Series: Clinical Evaluation: Treatment Planning”
Sponsor: Prairielands Addiction Technology Transfer Center (ATTC)
Date: May 9, 2012 – 11:30 am-1:00 pm
Location: Webinar
Presenter: Anne Helene Skinstad, PhD
Cost: Free  (CEU’s available upon request for $10.00)
CEUs: 1.5 hours, Cat. A – Counseling Theories
Contact: Candace Peters, 319-335-5368 or 319-335-5362

May 18, 2012, “Motivational Interviewing, Part III”
Sponsor: Jackson Recovery Centers
Date: May 18, 2012 – 8:15 am-Noon
Location: Jackson Recovery Centers, Peter Waitt Education Center, 800 5th St., 2nd Floor, Sioux City, IA
Presenter: Kris Bengford, ACBSW, CADC
Cost: $35.00
CEUs: 3.0 hours, Cat. A – Counseling Theories & Techniques
Contact: Christy Stinger, 712-234-2384

May 21, 2012, “Designing a Successful Problem Gambling Prevention Program without Being Overwhelmed” (webinar training)
Sponsor: Iowa Dept. of Public Health, Iowa Gambling Treatment Program
Date: May 21, 2012 - Noon-1:30 pm
Location: Webinar
Presenter: Jim Wuelfing
Cost: $10.00
CEUs: 1.5 hours, Cat. A: CGTC’s-Problem Gambling Knowledge, All others-Special Populations
Contact: Monica Stutzman (Training Resources), 515-309-3315 or email, monica@trainingresources.org, or go to website, www.trainingresources.org

May 23, 2012, Behavioral Health Webinar Series: “Home Health Model”
Sponsor: Prairielands ATTC
Date: May 23, 2012 - Noon-1:00
Location: Webinar
Presenter: Danielle Larauqe, MD
Cost: Free (CEUs available upon request for $10.00)
CEUs: 1.0 hour, Cat. A – Counseling Theories & Techniques
Contact: Candace Peters, 319-335-5368 or 319-335-5362
http://www.attcnetwork.org/regcenters/index_prairielands.asp

June 2012

June 1, 2012, “Process Addiction in Women: Spending, Gambling and Eating Disorders”
Sponsor: Jackson Recovery Centers
Date: June 1, 2012 – 8:15 am-Noon
Location: Jackson Recovery Centers, Peter Waitt Education Center, 800 5th St., 2nd Floor, Sioux City, IA
Presenter: Sue Richards, LISW; Rebecca Limke, LMHC; Amanda Oetken, LMHC; Kristy Zink, MA
Cost: $35.00
CEUs: 3.0 hours, Cat. A – Counseling Theories & Techniques or Special Populations
Contact: Christy Stinger, 712-234-2384

June 13, 2012, “Essential Substance Abuse Skills - A Guide for Professionals Webinar Series: Basic Counseling Skills”
Sponsor: Prairielands Addiction Technology Transfer Center (ATTC)
Date: June 13, 2012 – 11:30 am-1:00 pm
Location: Webinar
Presenter: Candace Peters, MA, CADC
Cost: Free  (CEU’s available upon request for $10.00)
CEUs: 1.5 hours, Cat. A – Counseling Theories
Contact: Candace Peters, 319-335-5368 or 319-335-5362

June 15, 2012, “Youth Gambling: From Research to Practice” (webinar training)
Sponsor: Iowa Dept. of Public Health, Iowa Gambling Treatment Program
Date: June 15, 2012 - Noon-1:30 pm
Location: Webinar
Presenter: Rina Gupta, PhD
Cost: $10.00
CEUs: 1.5 hours, Cat. A: CGTC’s-Problem Gambling Knowledge, All others-Special Populations
Contact: Monica Stutzman (Training Resources), 515-309-3315 or email, monica@trainingresources.org, or go to website, www.trainingresources.org

June 27, 2012, Behavioral Health Webinar Series: “Emerging Models for Treating Multiple Chronic Conditions”
Sponsor: Prairielands ATTC
Date: June 27, 2012 - Noon-1:00
Location: Webinar
Presenter: Paul Ciechanowski, MD
Cost: Free (CEUs available upon request for $10.00)
CEUs: 1.0 hour, Cat. A – Counseling Theories & Techniques
Contact: Candace Peters, 319-335-5368 or 319-335-5362
http://www.attcnetwork.org/regcenters/index_prairielands.asp
 

July 2012

July 11, 2012, “Essential Substance Abuse Skills - A Guide for Professionals Webinar Series: Treatment Knowledge”
Sponsor: Prairielands Addiction Technology Transfer Center (ATTC)
Date: July 11, 2012 – 11:30 am-1:00 pm
Location: Webinar
Presenter: Peter Nathan, PhD
Cost: Free  (CEU’s available upon request for $10.00)
CEUs: 1.5 hours, Cat. A – Counseling Theories
Contact: Candace Peters, 319-335-5368 or 319-335-5362

July 17-19, 2012, “Fundamentals of HIV, Hepatitis & STD Prevention Counseling”
Sponsor: Iowa Dept. of Public Health, Division of Behavioral Health & Professional Licensure, HIV/AIDS/Hepatitis Program
Date: July 17-19, 2012
Location: Iowa Vocational Rehabilitation Services, Jessie Parker Bldg, Grant Room, Lower Level, 510 E. 12th St., Des Moines, IA
Presenter: Shane Scharer, Iowa Dept. of Public Health; Rachel Stolz, Council Bluffs City Health Dept.
Cost: Free
CEUs: 19.5 hours, Cat. A – Special Populations or Counseling Theories
Contact: Valerie Emberton, 515-281-6801 or valerie.emberton@idph.iowa.gov (email)

July 20, 2012, “Process A Common Thread: Examining the Relationship Between Trauma and Addiction”
Sponsor: Jackson Recovery Centers
Date: July 20, 2012 – 8:15 am-Noon
Location: Jackson Recovery Centers, Peter Waitt Education Center, 800 5th St., 2nd Floor, Sioux City, IA
Presenter: Matt Cihak, LMHC; Gladys Smith, LISW
Cost: $35.00
CEUs: 3.0 hours, Cat. A – Counseling Theories & Techniques or Special Populations
Contact: Christy Stinger, 712-234-2384

July 25, 2012, Behavioral Health Webinar Series: “How Substance Use Disorders Affect Physical Health”
Sponsor: Prairielands ATTC
Date: July 25, 2012 - Noon-1:00
Location: Webinar
Presenter: Jim Aiello, MA, MEd
Cost: Free (CEUs available upon request for $10.00)
CEUs: 1.0 hour, Cat. A – Alcohol & Drug Specific
Contact: Candace Peters, 319-335-5368 or 319-335-5362
http://www.attcnetwork.org/regcenters/index_prairielands.asp

August 2012

August 8, 2012, “Essential Substance Abuse Skills - A Guide for Professionals Webinar Series: Referral, Service Coordination and Documentation Referral”
Sponsor: Prairielands Addiction Technology Transfer Center (ATTC)
Date: August 8, 2012 – 11:30 am-1:00 pm
Location: Webinar
Presenter: Candace Peters, MA, CADC
Cost: Free  (CEU’s available upon request for $10.00)
CEUs: 1.5 hours, Cat. A – Counseling Theories
Contact: Candace Peters, 319-335-5368 or 319-335-5362

August 22, 2012, Behavioral Health Webinar Series: “Recognizing Depression & Substance Abuse in Adolescents”
Sponsor: Prairielands ATTC
Date: August 22, 2012 - Noon-1:00
Location: Webinar
Presenter: Federick Muench, PhD
Cost: Free (CEUs available upon request for $10.00)
CEUs: 1.0 hour, Cat. A – Alcohol & Drug Specific or Counseling Theories & Techniques or Special Populations
Contact: Candace Peters, 319-335-5368 or 319-335-5362
http://www.attcnetwork.org/regcenters/index_prairielands.asp

September 2012

September 12, 2012, “Essential Substance Abuse Skills - A Guide for Professionals Webinar Series: Professional Readiness: Attitudes and Values”
Sponsor: Prairielands Addiction Technology Transfer Center (ATTC)
Date: September 12, 2012 – 11:30 am-1:00 pm
Location: Webinar
Presenter: Candace Peters, MA, CADC
Cost: Free  (CEU’s available upon request for $10.00)
CEUs: 1.5 hours, Cat. A – Generic
Contact: Candace Peters, 319-335-5368 or 319-335-5362

September 14, 2012, “Criminal Minds: Working with Criminal and Addictive Thinking”
Sponsor: Jackson Recovery Centers
Date: September 14, 2012 – 8:15 am-Noon
Location: Jackson Recovery Centers, Peter Waitt Education Center, 800 5th St., 2nd Floor, Sioux City, IA
Presenter: Valerie Hinkle, BS; James Keegan, AA
Cost: $35.00
CEUs: 3.0 hours, Cat. A – Alcohol & Drug Specific or Special Populations
Contact: Christy Stinger, 712-234-2384

September 26, 2012, Behavioral Health Webinar Series: “Creating a Campus Based Prescription Drug Abuse Presentation Program”
Sponsor: Prairielands ATTC
Date: September 26, 2012 - Noon-1:00
Location: Webinar
Presenter: James E. Lange, PhD
Cost: Free (CEUs available upon request for $10.00)
CEUs: 1.0 hour, Cat. A – Alcohol & Drug Specific
Contact: Candace Peters, 319-335-5368 or 319-335-5362
http://www.attcnetwork.org/regcenters/index_prairielands.asp

October 2012

October 10, 2012,  “Essential Substance Abuse Skills - A Guide for Professionals Webinar Series: Group Counseling”
Sponsor: Prairielands Addiction Technology Transfer Center (ATTC)
Date: October 10, 2012 – 11:30 am-1:00 pm
Location: Webinar
Presenter: Candace Peters, MA, CADC
Cost: Free  (CEU’s available upon request for $10.00)
CEUs: 1.5 hours, Cat. A – Counseling Theories
Contact: Candace Peters, 319-335-5368 or 319-335-5362

October 15-18, 2012, “Fundamentals of HIV, Hepatitis & STD Prevention Counseling”
Sponsor: Iowa Dept. of Public Health, Division of Behavioral Health & Professional Licensure, HIV/AIDS/Hepatitis Program
Date: October 15-18, 2012
Location: Iowa Vocational Rehabilitation Services, Jessie Parker Bldg, Grant Room, Lower Level, 510 E. 12th St., Des Moines, IA
Presenter: Shane Scharer, Iowa Dept. of Public Health; Rachel Stolz, Council Bluffs City Health Dept.
Cost: Free
CEUs: 19.5 hours, Cat. A – Special Populations or Counseling Theories
Contact: Valerie Emberton, 515-281-6801 or valerie.emberton@idph.iowa.gov

October 24, 2012, Behavioral Health Webinar Series: “Problem Gambling - Is it all About Fantasy?”
Sponsor: Prairielands ATTC
Date: October 24, 2012 - Noon-1:00
Location: Webinar
Presenter: Jerry Bauerkemper
Cost: Free (CEUs available upon request for $10.00)
CEUs: 1.0 hour, Cat. A – Special Populations
Contact: Candace Peters, 319-335-5368 or 319-335-5362
http://www.attcnetwork.org/regcenters/index_prairielands.asp

November 2012

November 2, 2012, “Stop at the Next Light: Addressing Nicotine Addiction with your Patients”
Sponsor: Jackson Recovery Centers
Date: November 2, 2012 – 8:15 am-Noon
Location: Jackson Recovery Centers, Peter Waitt Education Center, 800 5th St., 2nd Floor, Sioux City, IA
Presenter: Mari Samuelson, LISW; Dr. Cliff Millard, PhD
Cost: $35.00
CEUs: 3.0 hours, Cat. A – Alcohol & Drug Specific
Contact: Christy Stinger, 712-234-2384

November 6-8, 2012 , “PRIME for Life New Instructor Training”
Sponsor: PRI Institute
Date: November 6-8, 2012
Location: Gateway Hotel, 2100 Green Hills Dr., Ames, IA
Presenter: Michelle Ellison
Cost: Free
CEUs: 21.0 total hours, Cat. A – Alcohol & Drug Specific
Contact: Jo Marie Lammy, 800-922-9489

November 9, 2012, “Stop Motivational Interviewing: Advanced Concepts and Techniques”
Sponsor: Jackson Recovery Centers
Date: November 9, 2012 – 8:15 am-Noon
Location: Jackson Recovery Centers, Peter Waitt Education Center, 800 5th St., 2nd Floor, Sioux City, IA
Presenter: Kris Bengford, ACBSW, CADC
Cost: $35.00
CEUs: 3.0 hours, Cat. A – Counseling Theories & Techniques
Contact: Christy Stinger, 712-234-2384

November 9, 2012, “PRIME for Life Conference”
Sponsor:
Date: November 9, 2012 - 9:00-5:00
Location: Gateway Hotel, 2100 Green Hills Dr., Ames, IA
Presenter: Michelle Ellison
Cost: Free
CEUs: 6.0 hours, Cat. A – Counseling Theories & Techniques
Contact: Jo Marie Lammy, 800-922-9489

November 14, 2012, “Essential Substance Abuse Skills - A Guide for Professionals Webinar Series: Counseling Families, Partners and Significant Others”
Sponsor: Prairielands Addiction Technology Transfer Center (ATTC)
Date: November 14, 2012 – 11:30 am-1:00 pm
Location: Webinar
Presenter: Ed Haycraft, LMSW, ACADC
Cost: Free  (CEU’s available upon request for $10.00)
CEUs: 1.5 hours, Cat. A – Counseling Theories
Contact: Candace Peters, 319-335-5368 or 319-335-5362

November 28, 2012, Behavioral Health Webinar Series: “The Brain on Adolescence”
Sponsor: Prairielands ATTC
Date: November 28, 2012 - Noon-1:00
Location: Webinar
Presenter: Ken Winters, PhD
Cost: Free (CEUs available upon request for $10.00)
CEUs: 1.0 hour, Cat. A – Special Populations
Contact: Candace Peters, 319-335-5368 or 319-335-5362
http://www.attcnetwork.org/regcenters/index_prairielands.asp

December 2012

December 7, 2012, “Ethics: Practice What You Preach”
Sponsor: Jackson Recovery Centers
Date: December 7, 2012 – 8:15 am-Noon
Location: Jackson Recovery Centers, Peter Waitt Education Center, 800 5th St., 2nd Floor, Sioux City, IA
Presenter: Beth Harms, LISW
Cost: $35.00
CEUs: 3.0 hours, Cat. A – Ethics
Contact: Christy Stinger, 712-234-2384

December 12, 2012, “Essential Substance Abuse Skills - A Guide for Professionals Webinar Series: Client, Family and Community Education”
Sponsor: Prairielands Addiction Technology Transfer Center (ATTC)
Date: December 12, 2012 – 11:30 am-1:00 pm
Location: Webinar
Presenter: Robert Foley, M.Ed.
Cost: Free  (CEU’s available upon request for $10.00)
CEUs: 1.5 hours, Cat. A – Counseling Theories
Contact: Candace Peters, 319-335-5368 or 319-335-5362

December 19, 2012, Behavioral Health Webinar Series: “Healthy Women – Healthy Lives”
Sponsor: Prairielands ATTC
Date: December 19, 2012 - Noon-1:00
Location: Webinar
Presenter: Anne Helene Skinstad, PhD
Cost: Free (CEUs available upon request for $10.00)
CEUs: 1.0 hour, Cat. A – Special Populations
Contact: Candace Peters, 319-335-5368 or 319-335-5362
http://www.attcnetwork.org/regcenters/index_prairielands.asp