Presented by Gordon Neufeld, Ph.D. and Kathy Morris, M.Ed. and Caroline Buzanko, Ph.D., R. Psych
Monday, November 18, 2024 – Wednesday, November 20, 2024 | Winnipeg, mb
Monday, November 18, 2024 – Wednesday, November 20, 2024
8:30am – 4:00pm
Best Western Plus Winnipeg Airport Hotel
1715 Wellington Avenue, R3H 0G1
Winnipeg, MB
phone: 204.775.9889
fax: 204.775.4576
website: http://www.bestwestern.com/
Registration on this page is for live in-person attendance only. To attend virtually please register here: https://webinars.jackhirose.com/product/winnipeg-educators/
Live In-Person Conference
Please note, in-person registration does not include access to the live stream or recorded footage.
Live Stream from Home
Option Lunch Add-On
Price: $38.40 per day. Price includes tax and gratuity (16% gratuity and 12% GST/PST)
Menu:
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Limited quantities are available. Must pre-buy during registration, not available at the door. Individuals with strict dietary needs or preferences can pre-order lunch off the menu through the hotel restaurant. Lunch buffets are non-refundable, no refund or credit will be granted under any circumstance.
Education and Clinical Professionals: All education and mental health or healthcare professionals who work with children or youth including, but not limited to K–12 Classroom Teachers, School Counsellors, Learning Assistance/Resource Teachers, School Administrators, School Paraprofessionals including Special Education Assistants, Classroom Assistants and Childcare Workers • All other professionals who support behavioural challenges and complex learning needs including but not limited to: Nurses, Social Workers, Psychologists, Clinical Counsellors, Family Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Speech Language Pathologists, Addiction Counsellors, Youth Workers, Mental Health Workers, Probation Officers and Community Police Officers.
8:30am - 4:00pm November 18, 2024
COURSE DESCRIPTION
There is currently an epidemic of anxiety and agitation affecting children and teens which can take many forms including attention problems, clinginess, eating problems, obsessions, compulsions, phobias, panic, sleep issues, physical illnesses, as well as a host of other perplexing behaviours. Today’s world can create many challenges for children and youth with school pressures, peer interactions, family dynamics, negative self-image, perfectionism, and many other stressors that can impede a child’s ability to learn and mature. Whether it’s the natural, episodic worries or more profound and crippling versions of anxiety, Dr. Neufeld will help make sense of the roots of anxiety and agitation and suggest ways in which we can help bring the anxious and agitated to rest.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Dr. Gordon Neufeld is a Vancouver-based developmental psychologist with over 50 years of experience with children and youth and those responsible for them. A foremost authority on child development, Dr. Neufeld is an international speaker, a bestselling author (Hold On To…
More information: www.neufeldinstitute.org
8:30am - 4:00pm November 19, 2024
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This 6-hour course offers comprehensive training for professionals and caregivers working with children or adolescents diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), or other developmental disorders. Participants will learn practical strategies to manage meltdowns, tantrums, and challenging behaviors resulting from sensory overload and emotional dysregulation. The course emphasizes fostering positive behavior, enhancing self-regulation skills, and improving overall quality of life for individuals with neurodevelopmental differences.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Kathy Morris, M.Ed., has been a speech therapist, teacher for self-contained programs (including students with autism, severe behavioural difficulties, and cerebral palsy), resource teacher and first grade teacher. She was also a diagnostician/supervisor for all grade levels. She was a LIFE…
8:30am - 11:45am November 20, 2024
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Experience a transformative workshop that is meticulously designed for educators seeking to understand and effectively support students experiencing mental health challenges. Empower yourself with the knowledge, practical skills, and strategies essential for fostering a positive classroom atmosphere where all students can thrive, even when facing mental health difficulties.
Through a combination of presentations, interactive discussions, case studies, and practical activities, you will gain a deeper understanding of the common social, emotional, and behavioural challenges prevalent in today’s classrooms. Master concrete, practical tools aimed at cultivating a positive educational environment and managing a spectrum of issues including oppositional defiant disorder (ODD) and other disruptive behaviours, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), pathological demand avoidance (PDA), autism, anxiety, and depression.
Through Dr. Buzanko’s expert guidance and the practical strategies shared, you will leave equipped to create a welcoming, supportive, and inclusive learning environment that promotes student engagement, fosters harmonious interactions, and enhances overall academic and emotional well-being.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Caroline Buzanko, Ph.D., R. Psych, is a Psychologist. Mother. International Speaker. Yoda of Anxiety. Neurodivergent Superhero. Changer of Lives. She is a dynamic force in the field of psychology, dedicating nearly three decades to transforming the lives of children, teens,…
12:45pm - 4:00pm November 20, 2024
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Addressing disruptive behaviours in children requires a delicate balance of assertiveness, understanding, and strategy.
In this workshop you will receive in-depth training on managing and transforming challenging behaviours through positive behaviour support strategies and conflict resolution skills. These strategies will address all behavioural challenges including Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD), Conduct Disorder (CD), Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA), and screen addiction. By integrating case studies, evidence-based practices, and interactive discussions, you will learn how to address challenging behaviours without escalating situations.
Learn how to create positive, supportive environments that encourage desirable behaviours, enhance communication, and foster conflict resolution skills.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
| Registration | Early bird Fee | Regular Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Individual 1 Day Enrollment | $289.00 | $309.00 |
| Individual 2 Day Enrollment | $489.00 | $509.00 |
| Individual 3 Day Enrollment | $699.00 | $719.00 |
| Group 3-7 | $659.00 | $679.00 |
| Group 8-14 | $639.00 | $659.00 |
| Group 15+ | $619.00 | $639.00 |
| Full-Time Student | $619.00 | $639.00 |
All fees are per person and in Canadian Dollars ($CAD)
Fees do not include applicable taxes (5% GST).
Early bird cutoff date: November 4, 2024
To receive the early bird rate, registration and payment must be received by Monday, November 4, 2024.
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1715 Wellington Avenue, R3H 0G1
Winnipeg, MB
phone: 204.775.9889
fax: 204.775.4576
website: http://www.bestwestern.com/
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