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Bipolar Disorder in Older Adults Broadcast Date: January 12, 2011 Course Code: A044
Presenters:
Ariel Gildengers, MD Assistant Professor of Psychiatry University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic of UPMC
Program Description:
This program will provide an overview of bipolar disorder in older adults. Discussion will focus on clinical phenomenology and treatment.
Educational Objectives:
At the conclusion of this program, participants should be able to: Review the clinical presentation of bipolar disorder in older adults. Describe treatment for mood episodes in older adults with bipolar disorder, focusing on how treatment differs in older adults versus younger and middle-aged adults.
Target Audience:
This program is directed toward clinicians and other professionals from both the mental health and health care fields who work with older adults.
Continuing Education Credits:
ACT 48 – 2.0 CADC – 2.0 CPRP – 2.0 NBCC – 2.0 PCHA – 2.0 Psychologist – 2.0 SW – 2.0 CEU – 0.2	We are pleased to offer Act 48, CADC, CPRP, NBCC, PCHA, Psychologist, Social Work and CEU credits for this webcast. Please download the test and application form before viewing the webcast: (Adobe PDF); (MS-Word) For ACT 48--Please download the packet here.	If you have questions, please contact Jennifer Lichok at lichokjl@upmc.edu
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Continuing Education Credit

Each program is offered for the designated number of continuing education credits

EDUCATORS: ACT 48

Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic is recognized by the Pennsylvania Department of Education to offer continuing education credits under Act 48 guidelines. Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic adheres to the Act 48 Continuing Education Guidelines.

CERTIFIED ADDICTION COUNSELORS: CADC

Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic, Office of Education and Regional Programming is certified by the Pennsylvania Chemical Abuse Certification Board (PCACB) to provide Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) continuing education credits for those participants attending the entire program.

CERTIFIED PSYCHIATRIC REHABILITATION PRACTITIONERS: CPRP

The announced credit hours for each program can be applied to your training hours for the Certified Psychiatric Rehabilitation Practitioners (CPRP).

COUNSELORS: NBCC

Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic is recognized by the National Board for Certified Counselors to offer continuing education for National Certified Counselors. Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic adheres to the NBCC Continuing Education Guidelines.

CERTIFICATE OF ANNUAL ADMINISTRATOR TRAINING – PERSONAL CARE HOME ADMINISTRATORS

The indicated number of clock hours are approved by the Department of Public Welfare Bureau of Adult Residential Licensing. These clock hours may count towards the 24 hours of annual training for administrators required in 55 Pa. Code Chapter 2600 (relating to personal care homes).

PSYCHOLOGISTS

Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic is approved by the American Psychological Association to offer continuing education for psychologists. Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic maintains responsibility for these programs and their contents. These programs are being offered for 2.0 continuing education credits.

SOCIAL WORKERS: SW

The indicated number of credit hours of continuing education is provided through co-sponsorship of the University of Pittsburgh School of Social Work, a PA-approved provider of social work continuing education. These credit hours satisfy requirements for LCSW renewal. For information of social work continuing education, call (412) 624-3711.

MENTAL HEALTH PROFESSIONALS: CEU

Nurses and other health care professionals are awarded the designated number of Continuing Education Units (CEU). One CEU is equal to 10 contact hours. Nurses: For attendance at this program you will receive a Certificate of Attendance confirming the indicated hours of continuing education. These hours may be considered eligible in completing the 30 hours of continuing education required for bi-annual nursing re-licensure in Pennsylvania. Peer Specialists: This program fulfills requirements for Certified Peer Specialist continuing education.

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