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Adult Education

Institute for Alcohol and Drug Studies

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27th Annual IADS, May 17-19, 2010
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What participants are saying about us:

"All of the material presented can be used with individuals, regardless of addiction involvement. I will be able to use the 'tools' and knowledge with all my patients."
"This Institute is an excellent learning networking opportunity. In addition to great keynote speakers, the opportunity to meet people from both rural and urban environments was useful."

Objectives

Participants will increase their knowledge and ability to do the following:

Benefits of Attending

Contact hours for alcohol counselor certification are available. Ethics and HIV/AIDS instruction will be offered.

Application for continuing education is made to N.A.A.D.A.C., N.A.S.W., I.A.O.D.A.P.C.A., and ICAADA, a member of ICRC/AODA, which approves CEU's for 42 states. Kentucky Board of Examiners of Psychology and Kentucky Board of Certification of Alcohol and Drug Counselors Continuing Education Units.

ICAADA hours are accepted by many state nursing boards, as well as social work boards, employee assistance organizations and psychology boards.

Please check your state board for its exact requirements.

The IADS uses an attendance validation system for those conference attendees seeking CEUs. NOTE: If the CEU approvals you desire are not listed in this program, it is your responsibility to contact your licensing or certification agency to arrange individual CEU approval to meet your needs.

College credit is available for 2-3 credit hours. Tuition is charged at UE summer tuition rate. Contact Continuing Education for specific details. The course is listed as Nursing 490.

Accommodations

Lodging is available on campus in University of Evansville residence halls. You may request a single or a double. A television and kitchenette facilities are located in the commons areas of the residence halls. If you are staying in a residence hall, please remember to bring your own "college student" survival kit including: soap, shampoo, pillow, blanket, alarm clock, etc. The linen package provided to you will include a pillowcase, a top sheet, a bottom sheet, a washcloth, and a towel. Anything else that you may want for "creature comfort" you will need to bring with you.

For those who prefer to stay off campus, a number of motels and hotels are located within 5-15 minutes of the university. Call the Continuing Education at 812-488-2981 for a list of local accommodations.

Meals

The University of Evansville campus cafeterias are not normally open during the Institute. There are several establishments conveniently located within walking distance of the campus. The institute will provide beverages, fresh whole fruit, cookies or donuts during the morning and afternoon breaks. Coffee will also be provided every morning at 7:00 a.m. on the UE campus.