Facilitating Skills for enhancing self-esteem

This four-day seminar is open to qualified professionals, particularly counsellors, psychologists and social workers who work with individuals seeking help in the areas of self-esteem and empowerment. Participants will learn key concepts of self-esteem and self-awareness and the basic components of the Holistic Model of Self-Esteem.

Presentation skills and an understanding of group dynamics will also be taught to optimize delivery of a seminar. Participants will also create a personalized version of the materials and program knowledge, and give a tailored Nurture Yourself presentation while receiving feedback.

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Dates and Times

Thursday November 3, 2011 (Session 1)
5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Calgary Family Services downtown office
322, 1000 8th Ave SW Calgary

Friday November 4, 2011 (Session 2)
9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Calgary Family Services downtown office
322, 1000 8th Ave SW Calgary

Saturday November 5, 2011 (Session 3)
9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Calgary Family Services downtown office
322, 1000 8th Ave SW Calgary

Friday November 18, 2011 (Session 4)
9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon
Calgary Family Services downtown office
322, 1000 8th Ave SW Calgary

About the Course Leaders

Dr. Irene Estay and others first established the Nurture Yourself program in 1995 with the name 'Openings'. Dr. Estay is a chartered psychologist, professor, counsellor and consultant with extensive training and research work in the areas of personal growth and peak performance, behavior modification and the impact of social and cultural factors in brain development.

Patricia Canales is a registered Clinical Counsellor and Supervisor of the Nurture Yourself Program. Her training encompasses cognitive therapy, solution-oriented therapy and self-esteem and peak performance training. For 12 years she has worked in the area of self-esteem and empowerment using a cognitive approach.

ACSW Credits

This training qualifies for 18 category "A" credits through Social Work Continuing Education. All 18 hours must be completed to receive a certificate.

Cost

Early Bird Registration (Before October 14, 2011) $400.
Regular Registration (After October 14, 2011) $450.
Save on registration! Guests get a $50 discount.

Registration

Click here to register online, or contact Laurie Elliot at
403.537.3381 or lauriee@calgaryfamily.org
Registrations are non-refundable but may be transferred.

Please call 403.205.5244 for accomodation of disabilities.
The event is wheelchair accesible.