The Mental Health Conference at Gadsden State Community College is a professional development event aimed at providing educational training to local health professionals. It focuses on addressing Alabama's major mental health concerns through continuing professional education. Attendees can expect a variety of seminars covering topics such as athletes and mental health, social media impact, elder abuse, stress relief, and teen substance abuse. The agenda includes sessions led by notable speakers and offers opportunities for networking and learning.
Mental Health Conferences
Mental Health Conference at Gadsden State
The Mental Health Conference at Gadsden State Community College in Gadsden, Alabama, offers educational training for local health professionals. It addresses major mental health concerns in Alabama.
Conference Overview
Some quick details about this conference.
Time and Place
Maybe the most important details of the conference.
Conference Date: October 20, 2023
Location: Helderman Hall, Wallace Drive Campus
City/State: Gadsden, Alabama
Address: 1001 George Wallace Drive, Gadsden, AL 35903
Event Format: in-person
Conference Organizer
This organization is hosting this conference.
Gadsden State Community College
The Continuing Education Department and Division of Health Sciences at Gadsden State Community College focus on providing professional development and continuing education to meet community needs.
Email: pclough@gadsdenstate.edu
Phone: 256-549-8462
Registration Fees
How much does this conference cost?
| Cost | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| $25.00 | Pre-registration | Pre-registration fee for the conference. |
| $35.00 | At the door | Registration fee at the door. |
See the conference's actual website for more details around these fees, as sometimes they can be more complicated.
Schedule and Agenda
It's important to know what is planned.
- 8 a.m. Registration
- 8:30 a.m. Welcome
- 8:45 a.m. Athletes and Mental Stress - Blake Lewis
- 9:45 a.m. Break
- 10 a.m. - Noon The Dangers of Social Media and Apps - Pamela Casey
- Noon Lunch (provided by AHEC)
- 12:30 p.m. Self Care and Stress - Janie Watkins
- 1:30 p.m. Self Defense Class against Fraudsters - Nick Vondereau
- 2:30 p.m. Break
- 2:45 p.m. Drug Trends in Alabama in 2023 - Mike Reese
Notable Speakers
These folks will be speaking at the conference.
Blake Lewis
Mental Stress Coach at Gadsden State.
Pamela Casey
Blount County District Attorney.
Janie Watkins
Certified Yoga Instructor.
Nick Vondereau
Alabama Securities Commission.
Mike Reese
Lieutenant at Alabama ABC Board.
CEU Details
Here's information on Continuing Education Units (or CEUs).
Nursing attendees will earn 7.2 CEUs, social workers will earn 6 CEUs, and nursing home administrators will earn 3 CEUs.
Sponsorship, Exhibitor, and Advertising Opportunities
If you're an organization that wants to contribute to this event, here are some details.
Vendor booths are available for $75. Participating vendors may set up beginning at 1 p.m. on October 19 or 7 a.m. on October 20. For more information, email pclough@gadsdenstate.edu or call 256-549-8462.
Other Links and Information
The above information is from the conference or event webpage. Please review the organization's website for official information, as that will be more up-to-date.
Reminder: This is an overview of this conference, and you should consult the official website for details on registration, fees, deadlines, and other details. Quill Therapy Solutions is maintaining this information to make it more accessible to the therapist and mental health professional community.
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