The Importance of Screening for Prenatal Alcohol Exposure (FASD) – 2 CEs*

The Importance of Screening for Prenatal Alcohol Exposure
Wednesday, November 6, 2024 from 12-2pm EST
Cost:  FREE  (2 CEs – $10)

Learn to ask difficult questions about prenatal alcohol exposure, the sole cause of fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASD)

DESCRIPTION:

This training will teach attendees about the potential impacts of prenatal alcohol exposure on a child’s development, learning, and behavior.  This training will emphasize the importance of inquiring specifically about in-utero alcohol exposure and how accurate documentation, including on a CBHA, can influence the trajectory of treatment and support for the individual.  Attendees will receive practical examples, key questions, recommendations, and protocols designed to connect families with appropriate support and educational resources for children affected by prenatal exposure to alcohol and other substances.

The Florida Center for Early Childhood is the only organization offering FASD Diagnostic Evaluations and Specialized Services in Florida with locations in Sarasota, Orlando, and Pensacola.

Takeaways:

1. Learn how Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) impact brain development and behaviors.

2. Explore ways to ask and/or screen clients for prenatal alcohol exposure

3. Recognize indicators a child may have in-utero alcohol exposure

4.  Identify specific language used to document information gathered regarding prenatal alcohol exposure to assist with diagnosis and treatment.

This presentation is for CBHA assessors,  social workers, medical providers, welfare professionals, educators, school personnel, mental health counselors, law enforcement officers, and other professionals working with children. 

CE Information: 2.00 CEs ($10) for Florida Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, and Certified Master Social Worker through CEBroker. Certificates will be supplied.

TRAINERS:
Tamra Cajo, LCSW, Statewide Director of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) Services

Tamra, LCSW is a bilingual, licensed clinical social worker with almost 20 years of experience working in early childhood and prevention. Tamra is the Statewide Director of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) Services at The Florida Center for Early Childhood, the only diagnostic clinic in the state of Florida for FASD.  She also serves on the Executive Council of FASD United and as a Board Member for Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Consultation Education &Training Services, or FASCETS. Tamra is a certified facilitator in the FASCETS Neurobehavioral Model, a Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI) Practitioner, and was the previous lead trainer in the Midwest for ACT Raising Safe Kids, an evidence-based violence prevention curriculum. In addition, Tamra has been trained in several other evidence-based curriculums including Circle of Security Parenting, Families Moving Forward (FMF), Helping the Non-Compliant Child, Chicago Parent Program, and Youth Mental Health First Aid.

Crissa Harman, LMHC, Manager of Tetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD) Services – Services

Crissa Harman is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and the Manager of Sarasota Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Diorders (FASD) Services.  A Sarasota native, Crissa brings 13 years of experience working with children and families.  She has extensive expertise in navigating systems such as criminal justice and children welfare.  Crissa is certified in Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI), Circle of Security Parenting, and Child-Parent Psychotherapy.