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Certified Child Life Specialists provide evidence-based, developmentally appropriate interventions including therapeutic play, preparation and education that reduce fear, anxiety, and pain for children and youth.

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News & Updates

Read the Recap
Read about 2018 child life successes.
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Exciting January Webinars
Explore our upcoming Live Webinars on Jan. 28 & 29.
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2019 Opening Keynote
Jason A. Wolf, President of The Beryl Institute, will discuss patient experience at the 2019 Child Life Annual Conference.
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Special Edition Jan.18
This special edition features results of the Job Analysis.
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Strategic Planning Summit
Read about the 2018 ACLP Strategic Planning Summit.
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Visit Child Life Career Center
New year, new job opportunities. See the possibilities.
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Apply: Diversity Scholarship
Applications available now. Apply today!
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Watch Video
Learn how to complete an Eligibility Assessment for CCLS certification
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Child Life in Cardiology
Leslie Scott, CCLS, uses a customized cardiac teaching doll to help children understand what they may look and feel like after surgery.
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View Academic Programs
View a list of academic programs offering pre-approved courses
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Communication Differences
Read about complications children with developmental disabilities face in medical settings.
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Read Summary
Learn about the ACLP Job Analysis Process
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Member Spotlight

Morganne Bovee

Morganne Bovee, MPH, CCLS

ACLP member Morganne Bovee, MPH, CCLS, is currently in Peru completing the culminating project for her master's degree in public health from George Washington University. The focus of Morganne's work is the prevalence of autism in the pediatric population and the psychological care available to patients and families.

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Child Life Calendar

Jan
28

Webinar: Giving and Receiving Feedback - Strengthening Your Skills Through Intentional Practice

Jan
29

Webinar: Insights and Wisdom: Global Engagement in Child Life

Jan
31

Annual Maintenance Fee Due

Jan
31

2019 Child Life Annual Conference - Deadline for Early Registration

Mar
27

Virtual Medicine 2019 Conference

Apr
01

ACLP Bulletin - Spring Issue

Apr
01

ACLP Bulletin - Deadline for Summer Submissions

Apr
11

2019 Child Life Annual Conference

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