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Insights into Autism

This is a great workshop opportunity: 
Insights into Autism - Update and advancements int he detection and diagnosis of autism through genetics and neuro-imaging along with therapeutic approaches providers should consider.

Friday, February 17, 2012

  
 

7:30 - 5:00

 

Children's Hospital of The Kings' Daughters

Norfolk, VA  

CLICK HERE for information about pricing and registration.

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The Neurobiology of Trauma

This is a great workshop opportunity:
The Neurobiology of Trauma; Implications for Child and Play Therapy Interventions.  The workshop is co-sponsored by the Virginia Association of Play Therapy and the Institute for Continuing Education.  

Friday, January 27, 2012

 

9:00 - 4:30


Crowne Plaza Richmond Downtown Hotel 



CLICK HERE for information about pricing and registration.  
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School Psychologist of the Year

Congratulations to Terri Sisson of Madison County as VASP's 2011 School Psychologist of the Year!  

CLICK HERE to read the press release announcing Mrs. Sisson's award.  

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VASP is Now a NASP Provider of CPDs


The NASP-Approved Provider (AP) program permits sponsors of continuing professional development to offer "NASP-approved" training for school psychologists. Obtaining your continuing education from a NASP-Approved Provider provides you assurance that the training is aligned with NASP Training Standards and is provided by someone with expertise in the subject. Those who hold the NCSP will need to obtain 10 of their continuing professional development credits beginning in January 2010 in order to review their NCSP credential. 

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Earthquake Resources


Natural events and disasters, such as the earthquake that happened on August 23, can be stressful and even traumatic for children. VASP is pleased to offer resources that can help parents and teachers when talking to a child about the earthquake.


CLICK HERE for more information.

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New Jobs Listed


Job listings are beginning for the 2011-2012 school year.  Please see our Job Openings page to find out more information. CLICK HERE to get to our Job Openings page.

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Online Webinars


The California Association of School Psychologists are now offering webinars for school psychologists.  These trainings can be completed at your leisure and are good toward CEUs.  

CLICK HERE to find out more information.

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On August 23, 2010 the DOE had a summit meeting called:

Better Serving Students with Emotional Disabilities

The conference was a huge success, drawing participants from all disciplines and throughout the state.  Invaluable information was presented, including the top 23 evidence-based practices that are proven to work with the ED population.  If you would like the handouts from this presentation, visit the DOE website for more information.

CLICK HERE for a direct link to the handouts. 

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Are you worried about the budget cuts in education?  Are you concerned about school psychology positions in Virginia?  Check out the information put together by our Legislative Committee.  You'll find out what is going on in the General Assembly and how you can advocate for the individuals you work with, as well as your position.

CLICK HERE for more information.  
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Welcome to the VASP website! As we move into 2010, I hope you will visit this site often and choose to become an active part of the future of school psychology in Virginia. These are particularly challenging times for school psychology and the children we serve. We are here to support you in developing new skills, facing new challenges and finding new ways to address ongoing concerns. Please keep us informed about your successes as well as your struggles as we work together to build a better future for the children of Virginia. 


~ Eric Mesmer
VASP President

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your research? 

Please CLICK HERE to access our Policies and Procedures.


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Looking for a VASP Member? 

Please CLICK HERE to access the VPA website that allows a member search.  Be sure to click "Virginia Academy of School Psychologists (VASP)" under the section that says "Academies."





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