Exploring the Field of Child Life

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UAB Arts in Medicine Presents Virtual Mental Health Monday. 

Certified Child Life Specialists (CCLS) often work in hospitals and support pediatric patients and their families during life's most difficult moments. In this VMHM we will talk with CCLSs and learn about this important, evidence-based field that uses play-based techniques to positively impact patient outcomes.

SPEAKERS

  • Jennifer Conway, CCLS, Director of Family Services at Children's of Alabama
  • Lindsey Smith, CCLS
  • Kassidy Narber, CCLS
  • Kaitlyn Scheid, CCLS

Please contact Lauren Edwards with any questions (laurenme@uab.edu)

Monday, September 18 at 12:00pm to 1:00pm

Virtual Event
Event Type

Lectures & Presentations

Topic

Arts & Culture, Health & Wellness

Target Audience

Alumni & Donors, Current Students, Faculty & Staff, General Public, Prospective Students

Tags

Mental health

Cost

Free (registration required)

Department
UAB Visual and Performing Arts
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