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International Clinical Aromatherapy Conference and Wellness Expo Fostering a New Dimension in Health Care October 15-19, 2009 Holiday Inn Crystal Lake and Conference Center Crystal Lake, Illinois
Conference Information Aromatherapy: Going Beyond Smell Good, Feel Good! The Alliance of International Aromatherapists invites you to their 2nd Biennial International Aromatherapy Conference and Wellness Expo to be held October 15-19, 2009 at the Crystal Lake Holiday Inn, in Crystal Lake, Illinois. With the theme, Fostering a New Dimension in Health Care, AIA is hosting an array of industry leaders who will be presenting on a variety of topics including the use of aromatherapy with MRSA, Cancer, Palliative Care, Psychiatric Care, Pain Management, Chronic Illness, Weight Loss and Dementia. The conference will also focus on Legislative and Business Issues facing natural health care providers and aromatherapists in particular. This conference is a part of the AIA’s mission to unite aromatherapists from around the world in an effort to advance research and professionalism within the aromatherapy industry and to provide public education through scientific research and educational programs.
Contact Hours: Attendees may receive up to 24 contact hours* for fully attending the conference. 14 for conference and 10 for post-conference workshops (separate registration required).
Target Audience: The Continuing Professional Development (CPD) courses for this conference have been designed to meet the educational needs of aromatherapists and other health care providers looking to add other applications/techniques of aromatherapy, and complementary therapies, to their existing practice and to enhance their business skills and knowledge of the current aromatherapy climate to grow a better practice.
Program Overview: The purpose of this conference is to discuss current research, to provide an opportunity to learn from others who have created and integrated aromatherapy programs into mainstream medical and palliative care environments, to discuss the current aromatherapy climate, and to develop additional skills to create a well-rounded and sound business practice. This conference presents opportunities to share our experiences and discover new ways to enrich our practice, teaching and research.
Educational Objectives: After fully attending this conference, participants should be better able to: Write a basic outline to develop an integrative aromatherapy program Understand the current climate of aromatherapy in the U.S.A.
Successful completion requirements: In order to receive CPDs for educational activities at this conference, participants must: Register for the conference Be present for the sessions no later than 5 minutes after the starting time. Remain in session until the scheduled ending time. Complete and return the evaluation forms at the conclusion of the conference. Have post-conference workshop form signed by the presenter and return to AIA office.
Disclaimer: Methods of practice, recipes and information shared are provided for informational and educational purposes to enhance client outcomes and your own professional development. Any modalities, therapies and other course of treatment discussed or suggested within the conference or post-conference workshops should not be used by practitioners without evaluation of your client’s condition and the possible contraindications or dangers in use, review of any manufacturer’s product information, and comparison with recommendations of other authorities or if it is not within the scope of your current practice. The opinions and methods expressed within the conference and post-conference workshops are those of our invited guest speakers and do not necessarily represent the views of the AIA. Please refer to the official information regarding any prescribed products discussed for information regarding approved indications, contraindications, and warnings. *The number of contact hours is subject to change, based on final conference schedule. Presenters may receive CPDs for their presentations. Any presenter offering CEUs for attendance in a Post-Conference workshop will be awarded by the presenter, not the AIA.
Cancellation Policy: Refund requests must be made in writing and received no later than August 30, 2009. Refunds are subject to a 10% Administration Fee. Refund requests received between September 1 and September 30, 2009 will be refunded less $200 and a 10% Administration Fee of the total originally paid. Only Post-Conference workshop fees may be refunded after September 30, 2009.
Other registration change requests that require credit/debit card processing or other bank fees are subject to a 10% processing fee on the transaction amount with a $5 minimum fee.
Attendee Terms and Conditions: Indemnification: The AIA reserves the right to refuse conference registration if the AIA determines that the registrant would detract from the goals and/or security of the conference. The AIA reserves the right to request a person attending the conference, leave the conference if the AIA determines that the registrant detracts from the goals and/or security of the conference. Professional Conduct: The registrant agrees to conduct his/herself in a cordial manner. The AIA will not tolerate any registrant who creates a disturbance; is disrespectful to any member of AIA, its speakers and attendees, exhibitors, volunteers or hotel staff. The AIA reserves the right to investigate any complaint and to dismiss any registrant found in violation of the Code of Professional Conduct, without refund of registration fees. Photo Disclaimer: All conference attendees consent to being photographed/video recorded and to allow the use of these photographs/video recordings to be used in AIA marketing materials.

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