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Summer 2014 CE Opportunities

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We hope to see you at one of the many continuing education opportunities we have planned!

Atlanta Opportunities:

 Psychopharmacology

 When: Saturday, July 12, 2014 from 8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

 Presenter: Shaw Wendi Fortuchang, MD

 Topic: This workshop is designed as an introduction to psychopharmacology. Major emphasis will be on understanding neurologic substrates that are targeted with medications, recognizing the major classes of medication, understanding how medications are chosen, major side effects and how to assess and refer for medication.

As a result of this seminar, participants will be able to:

  • Discuss the neurologic theory behind the use of medications.

  • Utilize a working knowledge of the major classes of medication and individual medications in each class.

  • Describe medical conditions, which may mimic or complicate mental disorders.

CE Credit: 3 NBCC-Approved Clock Hours Awarded. 3 CE Approved Clock Hours for Psychologists.

Cost: $50

*Register HERE

*Info Link: http://richmont.edu/events

 *Note: Richmont is opening a portion of this course to Richmont alumni and the surrounding community for Continuing Education Credit. This event is not sponsored by the alumni association and does not fall under the benefits of founding membership status. Also, meals will not be provided for this event. Refunds available upon request through July 10, 2014.

 

Prepare-Enrich Certification Workshop

When: Saturday, August 16, 2014 from 9:00 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Where: McCarty Building – Richmont Graduate University, 2055 Mt. Paran Road NW, Atlanta, GA 30327

Presenter: Todd Sandel, LMFT

CE Credit: 7 CE credits

Cost: $150 (RGU Discount), $175 (Guests). Price includes all training materials and DVD kit.

*Register HERE

* For more information or to register by August 9, 2014, email info@lifegatecenter.org or call 404-842-3150

*Note: Richmont only serves as host for this event. A continental breakfast will be provided with lunch on your own.

 

Chattanooga Opportunities:

Foundations of Supervision

When: Friday, June 13, 2014 from 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Where: Finley Hall – Richmont Graduate University, 1815 McCallie Avenue, Chattanooga, TN 37404

Presenter: Cara Cochran, Ph.D., LPC, LMFT

Topic: Supervisory relationships are among the most important foundational aspects of a counselor’s career. An encouraging, challenging supervisor can help a student intern or a graduate seeking licensure find his or her strengths, and develop as a professional. Supervision that encourages growth requires intentional investment into the lives of these individuals on the path to independent practice.  During this workshop, participants will discuss the basic requirements for supervision, the legal and ethical aspects of supervision, and the practical aspects of supervision.

 Within the context of this 5 hour workshop, participants will be able to:

  • Articulate the motivation and basic requirements of the supervisory relationship.

  • Describe the legal and ethical aspects of supervision.

  • Discuss the practical aspects of supervision, including the supervisor contract.

CE Credit: Five NBCC-approved clock hours awarded. Five CE Clock Hours Awarded to Psychologists.

Cost: Richmont Legacy & Founding Alumni members, Clinical Supervisors, Faculty, Staff, and Students are Free. Basic Alumni Association members are $30. Non-members and friends of alumni are $75.

*Register HERE

*Info Link:  www.richmont.edu/events

*Note: Lunch will be on your own. Also, refunds are available if requested by June 11, 2014.

 

Questions about these CE events? Contact Autumn Stephenson at astephenson@richmont.edu or 423-648-2679.

 Richmont Graduate University is an NBCC-Approved Continuing Education Provider (ACEP) and may offer NBCC-approved clock hours for events that meet NBCC requirements. Richmont Graduate University is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. Richmont Graduate University maintains responsibility for this program and its content.

 

 

Richmont Hosts May Graduation with 75 Students

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ATLANTA, GA – (May 16, 2014)

On Saturday, May 10, 75 students participated in the university’s spring graduation ceremony. The university awarded degrees in Marriage and Family Therapy, Christian Psychological Studies and Professional Counseling. Of special note, this year also marked the first class to graduate from Richmont’s School of Ministry.

“Graduation is always such a special time to celebrate each of Richmont’s graduates and their years of diligent work,” said Bob Rodgers, Richmont’s President. “It was also a wonderful time of acknowledging the Lord’s faithfulness and hand of provision at work in Richmont and in the lives of each student.”

In addition to honoring this year’s graduates, Richmont named Kenyon Knapp as 2014’s Distinguished Alumnus. A 2005 Richmont graduate, Knapp serves as the Assistant Dean for Graduate Programs and is a tenured Associate Professor of Counseling at Mercer University in Atlanta, where he teaches master’s and doctoral level courses.  Kenyon founded and is the chairman of the Mercer Atlanta Research Conference; represents Counselor Education research with selective membership on the Institutional Review Board; and is a Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges Evaluator and CACREP Site Team Chair. Apart from the academic world, Knapp loves to serve the Lord through international missions work and crisis counseling.

Similarly, Ronald Bunger, Richmont’s Chattanooga campus librarian, received this year’s Peterson Award for the commitment and service he has shown to the university that has consistently exceeded his job demands and institutional expectations. Bunger has faithfully served the university for 10 years and is well regarded by students, faculty and staff.

As the first graduates from Richmont’s School of Ministry assembled on stage to receive their diplomas, Dr. Leland Eliason, Dean of the School of Ministry said flashes of individual student responses to the Ministry degree program passed through his mind, several of which included:

  • “I gained a vision to reach out to those who have given up on church through a course that at first I thought would be unhelpful!”
  • “For the first time in my life I have an understanding of the Trinity – it has renewed my understanding of God.”
  • “I’ve released and been freed from a load of hurt and resentment. I am ready and anxious to give my life in service to the Lord.”

Reflecting on graduation and on the past two years, Eliason said, “What a privilege it has been to be part of the launch of this program! These are graduates that I am very proud of and I believe they will be effective in transformational ministry for the rest of their lives!”

This year’s graduation also honored Dr. DeAnne Terrell for 15 years of service as the Dean of Students at Richmont. At the end of May, she will be transitioning to extend her talents and leadership capabilities as a professor at John Brown University in Siloam Springs, Arkansas.

“DeAnne has expertly and steadfastly served at Richmont,” said Rodgers. “She is a thought leader in the field and is exceptionally beloved by students and staff both past and present. She is irreplaceable member on this team and has been a true gift to us.”

While students, faculty and staff know Richmont will not be the same without Dr. Terrell everyone is excited to rejoice with her in this next season. Thankfully, she will remain an adjunct professor at Richmont and will return to Atlanta in order to occasionally teach counseling courses.

*Photo Credit: Josh Booth Photography

Richmont Graduate University Selected as one of Charisma Magazine’s “Best Graduate Schools, Seminaries and Online Education” Providers

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ATLANTA, GA and CHATTANOOGA, TN – (May 9, 2014)

This spring, Richmont Graduate University was listed by Charisma Magazine as one of the “Best Graduate Schools, Seminaries and Online Education” providers. This marks the university’s first time being featured on this list as well as marks a growing relationship with the magazine.

“We are thrilled to be recognized on Charisma Magazine’s list of best graduate schools this year,” said Richmont’s President, Bob Rodgers. “It is a privilege to participate with the magazine in sharing about Richmont’s academic programs that provide Christ-centered education and research that advances God’s work of healing, restoration, and transformation in the lives of individuals, churches, and communities.”

Starting with a list of 205 schools that offer master’s degree and Ph.D. degrees, Charisma Magazine created a comprehensive list to aid potential graduate students in their search for the best advanced degree program in their area of interest. This year’s list featured Richmont alongside institutions such as Liberty University, Asbury Theological Seminary, Oral Roberts University and Fuller Theological Seminary.

According to Charisma Magazine, the Best Graduate Schools, Seminaries and Online Education is intended to provide readers with a guide “…that is informative, authoritative and helps prospective students make a wise decision – including looking at schools and advanced-degree programs they may not have known existed.”

Additionally, Richmont’s President was asked by Charisma to compose an article called: A Wisdom-Based Formula for Success: Why advancing your education isn’t just about traditional ROI. In the article, Rodgers offers four key elements to going “…beyond the traditional money-in, money-out thinking” and factoring in “…the Spirit’s discernment, unique skills and support you need to answer God’s call for your life.” The full article was featured online and in print this spring.

Richmont Receives Continuing Education Provider Status from the American Psychological Association

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Atlanta, GA and Chattanooga, TN – (May 7, 2014)

This spring, Richmont was awarded Continuing Education (CE) Provider status by the American Psychological Association (APA). This status denotes Richmont as an approved provider offering continuing education courses to psychologists. The university’s application was not only approved, but received a five year status which is the highest level awarded to an academic institution.

“We are thrilled to have our application for CE Provider status receive such incredible validation from the American Psychological Association,” said Richmont’s President, Bob Rodgers. “Our current CE events have a high level of participation and we look forward to leveraging our networks and providing more resources for local counselors, therapists and psychologist in the future.”

Presently, Richmont hosts continuing education events throughout the year with the next event occurring on the university’s Atlanta campus on May 16, 2014.

“It is an honor for our Continuing Education program to be recognized in this way by the American Psychological Association,” said Autumn Stephens, Director of Career Services. “It demonstrates the standard of excellence we strive to maintain as an institution within our Continuing Education program. It also shows our commitment to advancing the education of our alumni beyond their time as a student.”

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