Pediatric Clinical Hypnosis Skills Training Workshop---National Pediatric Hypnosis Training Institute

Clinical Hypnosis is a therapeutic intervention with empirical support for a variety of clinical conditions: including chronic and procedure-related pain, anxiety disorders, stress-related conditions, habit problems, sleep disturbance, and various medical conditions. This workshop provides training in the use of clinical hypnosis and its applications to children and teens with various conditions in pediatric settings. The workshop is offered at three levels (Introductory, Intermediate and Advanced) depending on the clinician’s previous training in pediatric hypnosis. Strong emphasis is placed on experiential learning, with supervised practice of hypnotic techniques suitable for children/teens and of integrating a developmental perspective. ELIGIBILITY AND TARGET AUDIENCE These workshops would be ideal for persons holding a: • Doctoral Degree in Medicine, Psychology, or Dentistry • Masters Degree in Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, Clinical or Counseling Psychology • Masters Degree in Nursing or a Registered Nurse with subspecialty training and certification • Other Advanced degree health care providers, e.g. Occupational and Physical Therapists, Speech and Language Pathologists, et. al. • Child Life Specialists holding a Bachelor’s degree • Students, Interns, Residents and Fellows actively enrolled in a graduate program leading to degrees or completion of training in any of the foregoing. NOTE: All participants are expected to attend the entire workshop and participate in experiential activities, including trance experiences. No exceptions. WORKSHOP LOCATION & OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATIONS Oak Ridge Hotel and Conference Center 1 Oak Ridge Drive Chaska, MN 55318 A block of hotel rooms is available at the discounted rate of $105.00 plus applicable taxes. Please make your reservations directly with the hotel by the cut-off date of September 11, 2013, and refer to the course by name to receive the discounted rate. Reservations will be accepted on space and rate availability. Parking is complimentary and adjacent to the conference center. ACCREDITATION American Medical Association/PRA This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the Essential Areas and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through joint sponsorship of the University of Minnesota, the National Pediatric Hypnosis Training Institute and the Minnesota Society of Clinical Hypnosis. The University of Minnesota is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians. The University of Minnesota designates this live activity for a maximum of 22.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ for the Introductory Workshop, 22.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ for the Intermediate Workshop and 22.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ for the Advanced Workshop. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. American Academy of Family Physicians Application for AAFP credit has been filed with the American Academy of Family Physicians. Determination of credit is pending. American Society of Clinical Hypnosis Application has been made to the American Society of Clinical Hypnosis Standards of Training Committee for approval of credit hours toward the Certification and Approved Consultant requirements. Minnesota Board of Marriage and Family Therapy An application for credit has been submitted to the Minnesota Board of Marriage and Family Therapy. Minnesota Board of Social Work This activity has been approved by the State of Minnesota Board of Social Work for 22.5 continuing education hours for the Introductory Workshop, 22.5 continuing education hours for the Intermediate Workshop, and 22.75 continuing education hours for the Advanced Workshop. Dentists, Nurse Practitioners, Nurses, and Other Health Care Professionals Dentists, nurse practitioners, nurses, and other health care professionals who participate in this CME activity may submit their Statements of Attendance to their appropriate accrediting organizations or state boards for consideration of credit. The participant is responsible for determining whether this activity meets the requirements for acceptable continuing education. ADDITIONAL TYPES OF CREDIT HAVE BEEN APPLIED FOR AND WILL BE UPDATED ON THE WEB SITE WHEN APPROVED.