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SUMMARY:Texas CBIS Prep Course
DESCRIPTION:This two-day in-person program\, taking place April 23 and 24\, prepares professionals to enhance care for individuals with brain injuries and supports their readiness for the CBIS exam. The curriculum covers brain anatomy\, medical\, cognitive\, behavioral\, and psychosocial consequences\, rehabilitation strategies\, family and community support\, and evidence-based practices. \nIncluded: \n\n	16 Hours of live in-person ACBIS training led by Certified Brain Injury Specialist Trainers (CBIST)\n	CBIS certification application fee*\n	The Essential Brain Injury Guide 6.0 (hardcover) and study companion \n	One-year subscription to the Journal of Head Trauma Rehabilitation\n\n*Eligibility to sit for the CBIS exam requires meeting ACBIS criteria. Attendance does not guarantee certification. \nTarget Audience: Professionals in acute care\, post-acute rehab\, behavioral health\, social work\, vocational rehab\, and education. \nEducational Level: Intermediate \nPrerequisites: Applicants must have at least 500 hours of verifiable supervised experience with individuals with brain injury (paid or academic internship)\, completed under the supervision of a professional licensed in good standing\, and a high school diploma or equivalent. \nLearning Outcomes: \n\n	Describe brain anatomy and function relevant to injury\n	Identify medical\, physical\, cognitive\, and psychosocial consequences\n	Apply evidence-based strategies in rehab and community settings\n	Understand family\, vocational\, and community support\n	Prepare for the CBIS exam\n\nRegister here.
URL:https://biausa.org/event/texas-cbis-prep-course/2026-04-23
LOCATION:Centre for Neuro Skills\, 1640 Dallas Pkwy\, Suite 3000\, Plano\, TX\, 75093\, United States
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SUMMARY:Domestic Violence and Brain Injury for Survivors and Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is for brain injury survivors and caregivers to understand domestic violence\, trauma\, and its impact. We’ll cover physical\, emotional\, and verbal abuse\, and explain ways domestic violence\, trauma\, and head\, neck\, and facial injuries can affect memory\, attention\, emotions\, and daily functioning. Participants will learn common warning signs of abuse\, what healthy relationships look like\, barriers to leaving abusive relationships\, strategies for safety\, addressing concerns about domestic violence with families and friends\, and how to access support. The session will also provide information on trauma-informed care\, domestic violence programs\, brain injury support services\, and forensic nursing\, including how these services can help survivors heal\, document injuries\, and get the care they need. \nLearning Outcomes: \n\n	Describe characteristics of healthy\, unhealthy\, and abusive relationships.\n	Recognize common tactics of domestic violence and common barriers to leaving an abusive relationship.\n	Identify available resources and support options\, including domestic violence programs\, forensic nursing services\, and brain injury services.\n\nPresenters:  \n\n	Rachel Ramirez\, MA\, MSW\, LISW-S\, RA\, Director of Health and Disability Programs and Founder of The Center on Partner-Inflicted Brain Injury\, Ohio Domestic Violence Network\n	Kasey Holderbaum\, MPA\, Health and Disability Program Coordinator\, Ohio Domestic Violence Network \n	Lauren Holly\, Executive Director\, Brain Injury Association of Ohio \n	Heather Wilde\, BSN\, RN\, SANE-A\, Director of Education\, Forensic Nursing Network\n\n\n\n\nClick here for professional registration\nClick here for survivor/caregiver registration\n\n\n$50\, includes 1 ACBIS CE credit.\nFree\, no CEUs included.
URL:https://biausa.org/event/domestic-violence-and-brain-injury-for-survivors-and-caregivers
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