BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Brain Injury Association of America - ECPv6.16.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://biausa.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Brain Injury Association of America REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T163000 DTSTAMP:20260530T103817 CREATED:20260203T171125Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T171843Z UID:10000224-1777462200-1777480200@biausa.org SUMMARY:April Virtual CBIS Certification Prep Course DESCRIPTION:Dates & Location: April 15\, 22\, 29\, 2026 | 11:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. ET | Virtual \nCourse Description:\nThis three-week virtual program 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 15 Hours of live virtual ACBIS training led by Certified Brain Injury Specialist Trainers (CBIST)\n Sessions are recorded and provided for review or non-live attendance\n CBIS certification application fee*\n The Essential Brain Injury Guide 6.0 (hardcover) and study companion workbook\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. \nLearn more and register here URL:https://biausa.org/event/virtual-cbis-certification-prep-bundle-april/2026-04-29 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T160000 DTSTAMP:20260530T103817 CREATED:20260107T212951Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T212951Z UID:10000213-1778166000-1778169600@biausa.org SUMMARY:Concussion Rehabilitation: Autonomic Nervous System Dysfunction Assessment and Treatment DESCRIPTION:This webinar will cover autonomic nervous system dysfunction/ dysautonomia in concussion. This includes assessment considerations of dysautonomia for the rehabilitation professional. The presentation will also include the benefit of incorporating treatment for this condition into concussion rehabilitation to improve outcomes and indications for referring to a specialist. URL:https://biausa.org/event/concussion-rehabilitation-autonomic-nervous-system-dysfunction-assessment-and-treatment END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260514T160000 DTSTAMP:20260530T103817 CREATED:20260107T213148Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T213148Z UID:10000214-1778770800-1778774400@biausa.org SUMMARY:The Role of Music Therapy in Brain Injury Rehabilitation DESCRIPTION:Music therapy is an evidence-based creative approach to wellness that can have profound effects on brain injury recovery. Cognitive\, motor\, communication\, and social emotional goals can be addressed through a variety of music interventions within a therapeutic relationship. In this presentation\, learn about the benefits of music therapy and ways the music therapy program has been incorporated as a routine element of patient care at Sheltering Arms Institute. URL:https://biausa.org/event/the-role-of-music-therapy-in-brain-injury-rehabilitation END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T160000 DTSTAMP:20260530T103817 CREATED:20260107T213311Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260518T152951Z UID:10000215-1779289200-1779292800@biausa.org SUMMARY:"Just One": Building Cognitive and Emotional Bandwidth after Brain Injury DESCRIPTION:This session explores how cognitive overload and emotional fatigue can limit effective communication\, follow-through\, and self-regulation after brain injury — both for survivors and for care partners. Drawing from principles of executive function\, cognitive rehabilitation\, and behavioral science\, we’ll explore the “Just One” method as a micro-strategy for initiating action\, managing overwhelm\, and supporting adaptive change. \nClick here for professional registration ($50 registration fee\, includes 1 ACBIS CE credit and 0.1 AOTA CEUs) \nClick here for survivor/caregiver registration (no registration fee\, does not include any CEUs) \nLearning Outcomes: \n\n List at least three common contributors to cognitive or emotional overload that impact executive functioning and participation for survivors and care partners after brain injury.\n Describe the steps involved in applying the “Just One” strategy to increase task initiation and reduce overwhelm in daily routines.\n Identify at least two ways that acceptance- and values-based principles (drawn from ACT) can be integrated within the SLP scope of practice to support communication\, flexibility\, and follow-through after brain injury.\n\nPresenter: \nAudra Yetter\, M.S.\, CCC-SLP\, BC-ANCDS\, ADHD-CCSP\, is a speech-language pathologist and executive function coach in southwest Montana. She holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Montana State University and a master’s degree in medical speech pathology from the University of Washington in Seattle. She is board-certified by the Academy of Neurologic Communication Disorders and Sciences (ANCDS). She has clinically served adults with neurogenic communication disorders for 17 years. Audra is currently in private practice; she previously worked in hospital outpatient and acute care settings. URL:https://biausa.org/event/just-one-building-cognitive-and-emotional-bandwidth-after-brain-injury END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T160000 DTSTAMP:20260530T103817 CREATED:20260107T213559Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T213559Z UID:10000216-1780585200-1780588800@biausa.org SUMMARY:Growing Strong: Helping Your Young Child Recover After Brain Injury DESCRIPTION:Caring for a young child after a brain injury can feel overwhelming. This webinar will help parents and other caregivers understand what to expect and how to support them during their brain injury journey. Participants will learn how brain injury may affect early developmental milestones\, behavior\, and communication\, and what signs to watch for as their child recovers. The session will also provide practical tips for creating a safe and supportive home environment\, building routines\, and working with healthcare providers and early childhood programs to promote recovery and well-being. URL:https://biausa.org/event/growing-strong-helping-your-young-child-recover-after-brain-injury END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T160000 DTSTAMP:20260530T103817 CREATED:20260107T213732Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T213732Z UID:10000217-1781794800-1781798400@biausa.org SUMMARY:Social Communication after Brain Injury DESCRIPTION:This presentation introduces a framework: the Social Communication Implementable and Applicable Lens (SoCIAL). It will also review common evidence-based assessment and intervention approaches for communication after brain injury. Using clinical case studies these will be mapped to the framework using examples. URL:https://biausa.org/event/social-communication-after-brain-injury END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260709T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260709T160000 DTSTAMP:20260530T103817 CREATED:20260521T150335Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T150335Z UID:10000231-1783609200-1783612800@biausa.org SUMMARY:An Intervention to Improve Emotion Regulation in Individuals with TBI DESCRIPTION:Emotion regulation is an integral component of well-being. People with traumatic brain injury often experience challenges in emotion regulation that interfere with daily functioning\, social engagement\, and participation in other treatments. In this webinar\, Dr. Theo Tsaousides will introduce a comprehensive\, evidence-based intervention to improve emotion regulation (EmReg) and will present the results of a recent randomized controlled trial to demonstrate the efficacy of the intervention. URL:https://biausa.org/event/emotionregulation CATEGORIES:Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260716T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260716T160000 DTSTAMP:20260530T103817 CREATED:20260107T213910Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T213910Z UID:10000218-1784214000-1784217600@biausa.org SUMMARY:Early Childhood Brain Injury: Clinical Guidance for Supporting Recovery in Children Under Age 5 DESCRIPTION:Young children who experience a brain injury present with unique developmental\, behavioral\, and communication challenges that require specialized clinical assessment and coordinated intervention. This webinar equips healthcare professionals with evidence-informed approaches to evaluating and managing brain injury in children under age five. Participants will review common injury mechanisms and early neurodevelopmental impacts\, recognize early signs of functional change across motor\, cognitive\, social–emotional\, and communication domains\, and identify risk factors that warrant additional monitoring or referral. The session will emphasize interdisciplinary coordination—across medical providers\, rehabilitation therapists\, and early childhood programs—to optimize recovery\, support family functioning\, and promote developmental progress during the critical early years. URL:https://biausa.org/event/early-childhood-brain-injury-clinical-guidance-for-supporting-recovery-in-children-under-age-5 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260722T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260722T150000 DTSTAMP:20260530T103817 CREATED:20260521T152013Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T152013Z UID:10000235-1784728800-1784732400@biausa.org SUMMARY:Steps to Building a Stronger Brain: Brain Health After Injury DESCRIPTION:Recovery does not end right after a brain injury. The brain has an ability to adapt and heal over time. With the right support\, many people can continue to improve their functioning and quality of life long after the injury. Join the Brain Injury Association of America and the National Academies of Sciences\, Engineering\, and Medicine\, the American Academy of Neurology\, and AARP for a webinar for healthcare professionals\, as well as people living with brain injury and caregivers. During this webinar\, speakers will discuss steps you can use to support brain health and how these approaches can help the brain continue to heal and adapt. URL:https://biausa.org/event/steps-to-building-a-stronger-brain-brain-health-after-injury CATEGORIES:Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260813T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260813T160000 DTSTAMP:20260530T103817 CREATED:20260107T214133Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T214133Z UID:10000219-1786633200-1786636800@biausa.org SUMMARY:Co-Occurring Personality Disorders and TBI: How Diagnostic Over-Shadowing and Stigma Impact Treatment Outcomes DESCRIPTION:This webinar focuses on the prevalence of co-occurring personality disorders and traumatic brain injuries (TBI)\, and how this intersection impacts recovery and treatment outcomes. It will explore diagnostic overshadowing and the role it plays in misinterpreting behavioral presentations\, often leading to inaccurate assumptions about survivor motivation and needs. Many individuals with co-occurring conditions face significant stigma\, frequently being labeled as “resistant to care” or “behaviorally complex\,” which can impede access to appropriate supports. You will learn about the importance of effective communication strategies\, trauma-informed treatment approaches\, and creating continuums of support that foster long-term recovery. Attendees will leave with practical approaches to improve diagnostic accuracy\, reduce stigma\, and enhance treatment outcomes for individuals navigating both personality disorders and TBI. URL:https://biausa.org/event/co-occurring-personality-disorders-and-tbi-how-diagnostic-over-shadowing-and-stigma-impact-treatment-outcomes END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260820T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260820T160000 DTSTAMP:20260530T103817 CREATED:20260527T194407Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T194405Z UID:10000236-1787238000-1787241600@biausa.org SUMMARY:Concussion in Youth Football: What We Know\, What We Can Do\, and How to Protect Young Athletes DESCRIPTION:        \nLive Webinar on August 20\, 2026\, at 3:00-4:00 pm ET\nDana Waltzman\, PhD and Johna Register-Mihalik\, PhD\, LAT\, ATC\, FACSM\, FNATA\n \nConcussion is one of the most common injuries in youth football\, yet it is often misunderstood\, underreported\, and inadequately managed. Young athletes’ developing brains may be especially vulnerable to the short- and long-term effects of concussion\, making education and prevention critical. In this webinar\, hosted by the Brain Injury Association of America and the National Athletic Trainers’ Association\, in collaboration with experts from Indiana University and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill\, participants will explore the current science of concussion in youth football. Drs. Dana Waltzman and Johna Register-Mihalik will cover risk factors\, signs and symptoms\, recovery considerations\, and evidence-based strategies to reduce injury and support safe return to play and learning. The session will also address the role of parents\, coaches\, schools\, and healthcare providers in creating safer environments for young athletes. \nLearning Outcomes: \n\n Explain what a concussion is and how it affects the developing brain in children and adolescents\n Recognize common signs and symptoms of concussion in youth athletes and understand why injuries are often missed or underreported\n Identify key risk factors for concussion in youth football\, including age\, play style\, and exposure\n Describe best practices for concussion management\, including removal from play\, recovery\, and return-to-play and return-to-school considerations\n Apply practical\, evidence-informed strategies that families\, coaches\, and communities can use to help prevent concussion and promote brain health in youth sports\n\nPresenters: \nDana Waltzman\, PhD\, is an Associate Research Professor and Research Director within the Indiana University School of Medicine’s Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation. \nJohna Register-Mihalik\, PhD\, LAT\, ATC\, FACSM\, FNATA\, is a Professor in the Department of Exercise and Sport Science at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and a core faculty member in the Matthew Gfeller Center\, and serves as the Co-Director of the STAR Heel Performance Laboratory and Traumatic Division Director for the National Center for Catastrophic Sport Injury Research. \nHow to Register: \n\n For FREE registration with no CE credits\, click here.\n For FREE registration with NATA CEUs\, click here (you must provide your NATA member number and email when registering).\n For ACBIS and AOTA CE credits\, the fee is $50. Click here to register.\n\n\nNote: If you can’t make the live event\, this webinar will be recorded and available to watch for free on the BIAA and NATA websites afterward. \nSign up to be notified when the recording of this webinar becomes available. \n\n\n \n \n \n \n Name\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n \n Enter Email\n \n \n \n Confirm Email\n \n \n CAPTCHA\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n  URL:https://biausa.org/event/concussion-in-youth-football-what-we-know-what-we-can-do-and-how-to-protect-young-athletes END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260903T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260903T140000 DTSTAMP:20260530T103817 CREATED:20260107T214323Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T172324Z UID:10000220-1788440400-1788444000@biausa.org SUMMARY:Back in the Driver’s Seat: How SLPs Can Collaborate with OTs in Driving Intervention DESCRIPTION:Individuals recovering from brain injuries often wish to return to driving\, which requires a comprehensive evaluation of their cognitive\, motor\, and visual skills. Currently\, occupational therapists (OTs) manage driving assessments\, focusing on these areas. However\, speech-language pathologists (SLPs) can play a key role by addressing cognitive-communication skills essential for safe driving\, such as attention\, memory\, executive function\, and language. This session will explore how SLPs can collaborate with OTs to improve patient outcomes and support a safe return to driving. Attendees will gain a refreshed understanding of the brain’s functions\, how cognitive-communication impacts driving\, and the benefits of a team-based approach to rehabilitation. URL:https://biausa.org/event/back-in-the-drivers-seat-how-slps-can-collaborate-with-ots-in-driving-intervention CATEGORIES:Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260915T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260915T160000 DTSTAMP:20260530T103817 CREATED:20260521T150942Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T150942Z UID:10000233-1789484400-1789488000@biausa.org SUMMARY:Atypical Concussion Presentations & Treatment Recommendations: Functional Neurological and Somatic Disorders DESCRIPTION:This lecture provides an in-depth overview of atypical presentations following concussion\, with a specific focus on somatic symptom disorder (SSD) and functional neurological symptom disorder (FND)\, and their role in prolonged recovery. The presentation emphasizes the importance of psychological and behavioral factors—such as fear avoidance\, symptom catastrophizing\, and illness perception—in driving ongoing symptoms and disability. Through clinical examples and research findings\, it highlights how SSD and FND can mimic or amplify post-concussion symptoms\, outlines key assessment strategies to differentiate these conditions\, and presents evidence-informed\, multidisciplinary treatment approaches to improve outcomes and reduce chronic impairment. shed understanding of the brain’s functions\, how cognitive-communication impacts driving\, and the benefits of a team-based approach to rehabilitation. URL:https://biausa.org/event/atypical-concussion-presentations-treatment-recommendations-functional-neurological-and-somatic-disorders CATEGORIES:Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261029T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261029T160000 DTSTAMP:20260530T103817 CREATED:20260521T151304Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T151304Z UID:10000234-1793286000-1793289600@biausa.org SUMMARY:Understanding Lingering Changes after Concussion DESCRIPTION:Many individuals who sustain a concussion appear physically recovered yet continue to experience subtle cognitive-communication and executive functioning challenges that affect daily life\, work\, and relationships. This presentation explores the often “invisible” lingering effects of mild traumatic brain injury through a functional speech-language pathology lens. Participants will learn how to recognize persistent post-concussion changes\, apply evidence-informed assessment strategies\, and implement practical intervention approaches aligned with current best practices and INCOG 2.0 guidelines. Case examples and clinically relevant tools will support the translation of research into real-world practice. URL:https://biausa.org/event/lingering-changes CATEGORIES:Webinar END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR