Upcoming Workshops

Fri 2 Dec 2022

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM (3 hours)

In a world that is focused on competence, productivity and efficiency it is easy to become overwhelmed with the expectations demanded of us.

Mon 5 Dec 2022

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM (3 hours)

Despite the advent of medications and other therapies over the last 50 years, rates of mental illness have been on the rise. Scientists have been uncovering an uncomfortable truth: What we eat is affecting our mental health.

Wed 7 Dec 2022

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours)

This workshop will provide a general introduction to the experiences and impacts of anxiety. Particular focus will be given to Phobias, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Panic Disorder and Generalised Anxiety Disorder.

Thu 8 Dec 2022

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM (4 hours)

Further develop your Motivational Interviewing (MI) skill set with a focus on enhancing evoking and change talk. This interactive and experiential workshop will provide participants with the skills to help them become more focused in their interactions and apply MI to their practice and become more effective in using this skill set.

Tue 13 Dec 2022

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM (3 hours)

Know how to respond and recover from empathy fatigue and emotional burnout – essential tips and strategies.

Wed 14 Dec 2022

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM (3 hours)

Safety is important when travelling around the community, and working in private homes presents potential risks to staff and clients. This workshop will discuss risk assessment and management, identifying potential threats and explore personal boundaries. Learn how to decrease risk and increase confidence in dealing with challenging situations.

Tue 24 Jan 2023

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM (4 hours)

Gain the skills to identify and de-escalate an agitated person while keeping yourself and others safe. Gain confidence in managing distress and aggression, and strategies for self-control. Learn the role of communication and the importance of debriefing following a challenging situation.

Wed 25 Jan 2023

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM (3 hours)

Safety is important when travelling around the community, and working in private homes presents potential risks to staff and clients. This workshop will discuss risk assessment and management, identifying potential threats and explore personal boundaries. Learn how to decrease risk and increase confidence in dealing with challenging situations.

Thu 26 Jan 2023

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM (3 hours)

Gain a basic understanding of anxiety and how it particularly relates to children. Learn how to support parents/workers with anxious children to feel confident and competent to manage anxious behaviours in a way that promotes the child’s bravery and wellbeing.

Wed 1 Feb 2023

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM (3 hours)

Develop your understanding of people with Autism Spectrum Disorder, so that you can better respond to, and support them. Learn how to identify triggers and provide proactive interventions.

Tue 14 Feb 2023

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM (4 hours)

Learn about the experience of common mental disorders: mood disorders, psychosis, and anxiety disorders. Develop a better understanding of how to best support those with mental illness and their family members.

Wed 15 Feb 2023

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM (4 hours)

This workshop will provide a general introduction to the experiences and impacts of Psychosis.

Thu 16 Feb 2023

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM (4 hours)

Develop an understanding of significant ethics and boundaries concepts. Learn to make decisions that protect people’s rights while minimising the risks to the healthcare worker, and use an ethical dilemma problem-solving framework.

Tue 21 Feb 2023

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM (3 hours)

This interactive workshop will help participants develop cultural competency in their practice. Define culture, differentiate between observations, judgements, and evaluations, and be aware of your own cultural values. Learn the differences between refugee and migrant people’s experiences.

Thu 23 Feb 2023

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM (3 hours)

Develop skills and increase your knowledge around assisting individuals who present with alcohol and other drug (AOD) issues. Recognise problematic AOD use, understand the impact on the individual and whānau and how to access support services in Canterbury. 

Fri 24 Feb 2023

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM (3 hours)

In a world that is focused on competence, productivity and efficiency it is easy to become overwhelmed with the expectations demanded of us.

Tue 28 Feb 2023

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM (3 hours)

Explore the reality of Te Tiriti, the issues it presents for healthcare, and its implications for practitioners and services in the broader healthcare setting.

Wed 1 Mar 2023

9:00 AM - 12:30 PM (3 hours 30 minutes)

This workshop will cover current research on trauma, including vicarious trauma, and how this affects the everyday life of people.