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SUMMARY:EPPP Prep: Memory Boosting Learning Strategies – 3CE Credit
DESCRIPTION:With a plethora of study materials available to prepare for the EPPP\, one would think that if an individual dedicates sufficient time\, the exam should be a breeze. So why is it such a challenge? Simply put\, it’s a lot of information and Provisional Psychologists have busy lives. Most individuals should expect to spend approximately 250 hours studying. In addition to utilizing the various commercial exam preparation materials\, there are countless study strategies that boost an individual’s retention and mastery of information. This workshop is designed to go beyond the study materials\, reviewing and practicing techniques to maximize retention of key concepts using evidence-based strategies. Workshop participants will expand their repertoire of learning tactics\, gaining insight into the importance of matching strategy to content format\, as well as the value of utilizing humour and creativity to boost memory. 								\n				\n				\n						\n					Learning Objectives				\n				\n				\n						\n									To increase participants’ awareness of the principles of learning.To demonstrate practical approaches and strategies that increase retention and mastery.To engage participants in hands-on learning activities that offers practice of strategies.To increase participants’ repertoire of strategies along with the understanding of how to match content to the most suitable strategy.								\n				\n				\n						\n					Intended Audience				\n				\n				\n						\n									This half-day workshop is designed for Provisional Psychologists. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n																														\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n						\n									Michele Pentyliuk\, M. Ed.Michele Pentyliuk\, M.Ed.\, a Registered Psychologist and Certified Teacher\, works in private practice where she conducts learning assessments and provides strategy instruction for individuals with learning and attention problems. She started her career as a Special Education teacher\, then moved into private practice working as an educational consultant before embarking on her graduate program where she focused her studies on assessment and treatment for students with learning disabilities. Michele has presented workshops to parents\, professionals\, and students throughout Canada and has worked with several post-secondary institutions providing learning strategy instruction to students. In her private practice\, she conducts psycho-educational assessments and works with individuals of all ages and educational levels who are experiencing learning challenges. Michele is a board member of the Learning Disabilities Association of Alberta and is co-owner of The Passing Zone Inc.\, which develops exam preparation materials including the Learner’s Licence Prep Kit\, Canada’s Citizenship Prep Kit\, and the Learner’s Prep Kit app. 								\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					Members Only Discounts				\n				\n				\n						\n									Are you a member with the PAA? Did you know that members get discounts on workshops? Ensure that you are signed in when purchasing a ticket to receive your discount. Full Members\, Early Career Psychologists\, Professional Affiliate Members\, Out of Province Psychologist Members\, Non-Practicing Members and Lifetime Members receive 20% off. Provisional Members and Psychological Assistant Members receive 30% off. Student Members receive 40% off. 								\n				\n				\n						\n					Registrations				\n				\n				\n						\n									Registrations for in-person workshops are open until 3 business days prior to the workshop to ensure accurate numbers for catering and event space. Should you wish to register for this workshop within 1-3 business days prior to the workshop\, requests must be made in writing to the Continuing Professional Development Officer at cpd@paa-ab.ca. Requests will not be processed if they are received after 12pm on the last business day prior to the workshop.  								\n				\n				\n						\n					Continuing Education Credits 				\n				\n				\n						\n									The Psychologists’ Association of Alberta (PAA) is approved by the Canadian Psychological Association (CPA) to offer Continuing Education (CE) for psychologists. This workshop is offered for three (3) hours of CE Credit. Full attendance at the workshop is required to receive Continuing Education Credits. Partial credit will not be awarded\, and late arrivals or early departure will preclude awarding of Continuing Education Credits. PAA maintains responsibility for the program. 								\n				\n				\n						\n					Cancellation and Refunds				\n				\n				\n						\n									Cancellation and refunds may be applied for by email or phone call to the PAA Continuing Professional Development Officer.  Cancellations received fourteen (14) days prior to the Continuing Professional Development activity will receive a full refund of the registration fee\, less a $35.00 + GST processing fee. Cancellations received thirteen (13) days or less prior to the Continuing Professional Development activity will be exempt from receiving a refund. Partial refunds will not be awarded. PAA reserves the right to cancel any activity\, in which case a full refund of the registration fee will be provided.
URL:https://paadev.pderaswebsites.com/event/eppp-prep-memory-boosting-learning-strategies-3ce-credit-05092025/
LOCATION:Holiday Inn Express & Suites Calgary University\, 2373 Banff Trail NW\, Calgary\, AB\, T2M 4L2
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