PROFESSIONAL TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES
View our 2010 training calendar
- Core Training Program
- Applications of SCA™
- Working with Families
- Core Training Institute for Social Workers
- Getting the Word Out – Teaching Others
Space is limited.
Preference will be given to registrants of Full Institutes
Communicating with clients who have aphasia can be difficult . . . we can help!
You know your clients with aphasia are competent, intelligent individuals. We will train you how to work with clients who 'know more than they can say' to overcome the communication barriers aphasia creates and re-engage in everyday life. Training is open to all healthcare professionals except where otherwise indicated (with an asterisk*).
Many of the training workshops include resources, materials or manuals. The variable fee schedule is determined by which materials are being used for each training workshop. We hope that you find a training program that suits your needs.
We are now accepting registrations for the following upcoming training opportunities. But space is limited, so register soon to avoid disappointment.
- Full Training*
- Two-day & Three-day Core-Training
- Half-day and Full-day workshops
*Attendance to B1 & D3 workshops restricted to
Speech-Language Pathologists.
The techniques and resources of Supported Conversation for Adults with Aphasia (SCA™) are essential to unlocking competence and breaking down the many barriers to full-life participation that exist for adults with aphasia. Life is larger than aphasia - and we're proof.
SCA™ is designed for:
- Speech Language Pathologists
- Occupational Therapists
- Social Workers
- Psychologists
- Nurses and Dieticians
- Chaplains
How To Register
- Indicate the Institute or course(s) you wish to attend on the registration form (pg. 6 of the Calendar.) There are prerequisites for some courses.
- Fees may be paid by VISA, Master Card, American Express or Cheque/check. Register for two or more courses and receive a 10% discount. Students receive a 25% discount.
- Submit the completed form by fax, mail or email.
- You will receive a confirmation of registration and location directions by email.
Questions? Contact Marisca Baldwin, Education and Learning Coordinator training@aphasia.ca or (416) 226-3636 x23.
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Opportunities for Healthcare Professionals in Ontario
Free Two-Day Core SCA™ Training for Intake & Referral Staff
March 22 & 23
Registration is closed as capacity has been reached.
If you work with seniors trying to navigate the healthcare system in the Central Local Health Integration Network (CLHIN), and would like to be put on a waiting list for future training opportunities please contact Marisca:training@aphasia.ca. To find out more about this training funded by the “Aging At Home” initiative, click here.
Aphasia/Communicative Access Community of Practice (CoP)
People with communicative disabilities such as aphasia are often treated as though they are cognitively impaired. They experience severe limitations in their ability to participate in healthcare decisions and interactions. These individuals represent a unique group in the healthcare system.
The purpose of the Communicative Access and Aphasia Community of Practice is to increase the number of professionals and organizations who are providing communicatively accessible services, and to improve knowledge exchange in the field of aphasia through linking caregivers, policy makers, and researchers.
Free On-line Education Programs
An introduction to the basics of SCA™ funded by the Seniors Health Research Transfer Network (SHRTN). Training is designed to be done in pairs and requires computer access and speaker phone.
Upcoming Dates:
February: 4 & 18 12:30pm - 1:30pm
March: 4 & 11 12:30pm - 1:30pm
April: 15 & 29 12:30pm - 1:30pm
May: 6 & 20 12:30pm - 1:30pm
June: 13 & 17 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Customized programs available for six or more staff.
New: On-line “Open Houses” for past attendees.
February 18: 2:00pm - 3:00pm
February 25: 12:30pm - 1:30pm
To find out more about CAA CoP click here
To register for the CoP click here
To register for on-line training contact
Terry Kirkpatrick, Knowledge Broker: tekirkp@sympatico.ca
