Professional Development Conference
The University of Illinois Springfield Counseling Program in collaboration with the Institute for Race, Gender, Sexuality, and Social Justice presents:
The Inclusive Mental Health and Wellness Summit
Friday, February 28th, 2025 from 8:00-5:00pm at the UIS Student Union Ballroom.
This is a 鈥渃ommuniversity鈥� event open to Mental Health Practitioners, and UIS faculty and students. With the current sociopolitical climate compounded by the need for quality mental health services, it is essential that mental health providers are equipped to meet these demands by following best practices. This conference will provide education to improve mental health services specifically attuned to marginalized communities.
Counselor and social work attendees are eligible for up to 7 CEUs.
Registration cost:
- $100 for community mental health providers (registration open)
- FREE for 天美传媒s and faculty (registration now open for limited seating)
Includes continental breakfast and lunch.
Featuring: IDFPR Approved CEUs (7 total) for Counselors and Social Workers in Alzheimers, Cultural Competence, and Clinical Supervision
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Schedule
- 8:00 AM Continental Breakfast
- 8:30 Keynote Address by Dr. Alonzo DeCarlo
- 9:15 - 10:45 Education Session
- 11:00 - 12:00 Education Session
- LUNCH
- 12:30 - 1:30 Lunch Session
- 1:45 - 3:15 Education Session
- 3:30 - 5:00 Education Session
The conference will host free individual and class Pilates sessions from the .
Additional wellness events will be available throughout the day.
Marketing and Exhibitor Packages available ranging from $50 - $150. Contact hdc@uis.edu to sign up for an exhibitor package. See Exhibitor Package Details document for more details.
Conference Flyer is available through Canva Link:
Student Professional Development
HDC students are encouraged to join both the the professional association serving the counseling profession and the .
Students preparing for a career in marriage, couple, and family counseling are encouraged to join the and the , divisions of the American Counseling Association. In addition, students can join the and the
Members of these organizations receive professional literature and are eligible for professional liability insurance. Members also have the opportunity to attend local, state, and national meetings for professional counselors.
Faculty endorsement is required for student membership which is available for one-half the cost of standard membership.