The Association of Child Life Therapists Australia acknowledges the importance of advancing the skills and experience of Child Life Therapists and Assistants working in Australian healthcare settings. We are committed to improving access to professional development opportunities for our members in the following ways:
Conference
ACLTA host a conference every two years which provides an invaluable opportunity for Child Life Therapists, assistants and other interested professionals to participate in an educational and networking event. This event allows attendees to learn and reflect upon current research, innovations and best practice in regards to play and education in healthcare settings.
Please see the link below for more information:
http://childlife.org.au/news-and-events/aclta-conference/
Webinars
ACLTA offer a range of webinars throughout the year for members. Please keep an eye on our website and social media pages for further information about topics and dates.
Free Learning Modules
We have sourced a range of free online modules which you can access via the links below.
Trauma and the Child
https://emergingminds.com.au/training/trauma-and-the-child/
Managing Challenging Behaviours
http://detbehavioursupport.vic.edu.au/enrol/index.php?id=4
Paediatric Pain Management
http://www.sickkids.ca/pain-centre/Health-care-Professionals/Online%20Pain%20Curriculum/index.html
Strategies for managing abuse related trauma
https://professionals.childhood.org.au/smart-online-training
Please let us know if you know of any exciting professional development opportunities that may interest our members.
