Continuing Education Opportunities - Full Descriptions

CHLA/ABSC 2011 is extending its early-bird rates for the CE session in Banff and spots are available until May 13. We encourage you to register. Why is this leadership session special? From a former attendee and current librarian:

"The Banff Leadership Centre provides an all-encompassing experience that doesn't teach one the latest trends on how to be a better manager or leader; the center creates an environment that allows participants to recognize and build on the many strengths we bring to our work, and our lives in general."

Course Description:

In a leadership context both knowledge and experience are not enough to meet the leadership challenges of today. Besides being a competent leader, individuals must know how to demonstrate and communicate their leadership attributes. Engaging in “Powerful Expression” as a leader is an excellent way to inspire and lead others into action.

The workshop is designed to expand physical, intellectual, and emotional range to develop a more powerful and authentic means of communication and self-expression. Through the use of artistic processes participants will have the opportunity to deepen self-understanding and self-expression as leaders.

A focus of the workshop will be on the specifics of our voice, with special emphasis on the cultivation of the “authentic” voice. Complementing this will be an exploration and link to the critical connections between voice and good listening. Participants will explore and learn how to use their voice to inspire others.

Return on experience:

On completion of the workshop participants will:

• Develop a more dynamic physical and vocal presence 
• Increase their range of vocal expression and flexibility 
• Align intentions with authentic voice 
• Increase confidence in communication and problem-solving abilities 
• Enhance their leadership effectiveness by building strong interpersonal and communication skills

This half day course is designed for medical librarians who want to learn evidence-based concepts in order to comfortably support and teach evidence-based clinical practice at their institution. Through large and small group discussion, and hands-on, case-based learning you'll learn the skills you need to critically appraise therapy studies.