ATRA wants to express our concern and sympathy for the victims of the Southern California wildfires. Our thoughts are with those whose lives are affected by this disaster.
If you have lost your transcripts due to these fires, please contact the ATRA office by October 31, 2008 and we will provide complimentary replacements of these for you.
In addition if you are interested in helping those impacted by the wildfires, you can contact the American Red Cross or check out the California Volunteers website at http://www.californiavolunteers.org/.
Wednesday, October 31, 2007
Thursday, October 25, 2007
Newsletter Postcard Correction
The ATRA Newsletter is available at www.atra-tr.org/members/newsletter.htm. The postcard that was sent out to ATRA members erroneously listed it at an html address. What a difference one letter makes!
Calculating CEU Credit
Many members have the misconception that when NCTRC reguires 50 hours over 5 years for recertification, that means that they need 50 CEUs. That is not the case. CEU's are calculated as follows: 1 contact/classroom hour = .1 CEU, 10 contact/classroom hours = 1.0 CEUs.
CEU's are expressed in a tenth of a unit. CEUs are not expressed past the tenth place, and are, therefore, rounded to the nearest tenth. The total number of contact hours is calculated by the total number of education minutes divided by 60 minutes. From here, the above calculations are used to convert the minutes to CEUs.
Therefore, when NCTRC requires 50 hours over 5 years, the calcuation is 50 hours = 5.0 CEUs.
CEU's are expressed in a tenth of a unit. CEUs are not expressed past the tenth place, and are, therefore, rounded to the nearest tenth. The total number of contact hours is calculated by the total number of education minutes divided by 60 minutes. From here, the above calculations are used to convert the minutes to CEUs.
Therefore, when NCTRC requires 50 hours over 5 years, the calcuation is 50 hours = 5.0 CEUs.
ATRA Newsletter Now Online
Same Great News! Faster, Easier Access!
ATRA is moving into the internet age with a fully online newsletter.
The ATRA newsletter is now available online to members at: www.atra-tr.org/members/newsletter.htm You will need your username and password to access this information. Postcards are being sent to all ATRA members letting them know that the newsletter is now exclusively online.
A hard copy is available upon the request.
And don't forget the CEU Newsletter test for $10 and .1 CEU.
In this Issue:
ATRA is moving into the internet age with a fully online newsletter.
The ATRA newsletter is now available online to members at: www.atra-tr.org/members/newsletter.htm You will need your username and password to access this information. Postcards are being sent to all ATRA members letting them know that the newsletter is now exclusively online.
A hard copy is available upon the request.
And don't forget the CEU Newsletter test for $10 and .1 CEU.
In this Issue:
- 2007 Audio Program & New Publications
- Internship Supervision
- Sensory Stimulation
- Mental Health Resource - NAMI
- Aphasia and RT
- Medicaid in the Public Schools
- National Accessible Golf Update
- New Membership Listserv
Coming Soon: full color newsletter with more information and articles for your everyday practice.
Monday, October 15, 2007
Making Membership Count
The ATRA 2007 Annual Conference has come and gone. Attendees will soon be receiving their CEU transcripts and take a moment or two to reflect on the things they learned and the people they met. Unfortunately for some, this will be the extent of their involvement in ATRA programs until the 2008 Annual Conference rolls around. What some conference attendees fail to realize is that there are opportunities for networking, teaching, recognition, involvement, and continuing education year round. Don’t sell yourself short by only taking advantage of one of ATRA’s many member benefits. Make your annual dues count!
According to the 2007 Annual Overall Conference Evaluations, attendees valued the content and diversity of sessions, knowledgeable presenters, and meeting other professionals who work in similar settings. Here are some opportunities to find all of these things year round:
Content Rich Sessions
The 2007 Teleconference Schedule will close the year with a Mental Health Series. If your interests do not fall in mental health, browse through the Audio Programs available at http://www.atra-tr.org/academy/audiotape.htm and you’re sure to find a topic that meets your needs.
Knowledgeable Presenters
Many Annual Conference presenters often present via teleconferences as well. With teleconferences, you’ll have the opportunity to listen and ask questions from your home or office. Our team leaders are also invaluable as experts who have a wealth of knowledge to help you improve your day to day practice, as well as promote the profession. Find out who can help you at http://www.atra-tr.org/teamleader.htm.
Networking
The Treatment Network provides opportunities to learn from other professionals in situations that are similar to yours. Have a question about assessment in LTC, or need guidance in starting a new program at your facility? Your fellow ATRA members can be your best resource, and they are often a phone call or posting away. Contact your Treatment Network leader or post your topic on one of the bulletin boards.
According to the 2007 Annual Overall Conference Evaluations, attendees valued the content and diversity of sessions, knowledgeable presenters, and meeting other professionals who work in similar settings. Here are some opportunities to find all of these things year round:
Content Rich Sessions
The 2007 Teleconference Schedule will close the year with a Mental Health Series. If your interests do not fall in mental health, browse through the Audio Programs available at http://www.atra-tr.org/academy/audiotape.htm and you’re sure to find a topic that meets your needs.
Knowledgeable Presenters
Many Annual Conference presenters often present via teleconferences as well. With teleconferences, you’ll have the opportunity to listen and ask questions from your home or office. Our team leaders are also invaluable as experts who have a wealth of knowledge to help you improve your day to day practice, as well as promote the profession. Find out who can help you at http://www.atra-tr.org/teamleader.htm.
Networking
The Treatment Network provides opportunities to learn from other professionals in situations that are similar to yours. Have a question about assessment in LTC, or need guidance in starting a new program at your facility? Your fellow ATRA members can be your best resource, and they are often a phone call or posting away. Contact your Treatment Network leader or post your topic on one of the bulletin boards.
Wednesday, October 3, 2007
Continuing Education - What Do You Need?
ATRA staff are busy working on 2008 Continuing Education, but we need your help.
Use this blog posting to let us know what topics you would like to see covered in ATRA's continuing education program... What topics do you want to see in continuing education in 2008?
Use this blog posting to let us know what topics you would like to see covered in ATRA's continuing education program... What topics do you want to see in continuing education in 2008?
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