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ACLP shares the general public's concern about the COVID-19 pandemic. As the organization reacts to this public health crisis, we are guided by our vision: ACLP advances psychosocial care and the emotional safety of children, youth, and families impacted by healthcare and significant life experiences.

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Be The Change
Nominate a Candidate for the 2021 Board
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Read VOL. 1, NO. 2
Don't miss this must-read new resource: The Journal of Child Life
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October DEI Webinars
Attend three DEI-themed webinars throughout the month of October.
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Deadline October 9
Apply for 1 of 3 scholarships for the 2021 conference.
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Acceptance Dates Updated
View the Updated Winter/Spring Internship 2021 Offer and Acceptance Dates
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Connect With Your Peers
Join conversations in informal groups of like-minded professionals.
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Discover Child Life Resources
Explore new products and services.
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Commit to DEI
See DEI Action Plan for ACLP - Academic, Clinical, Leadership, Personal
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Safe Spaces
Connect with those who share your sense of identity. ACLP Community> Forums> Affinity Groups
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Stay Up to Date
Visit this page often to read the latest COVID-19 updates.
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Summer 2020
Read about the impact of COVID-19 and ACLP's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
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Attend Free Keynotes
These highly-rated keynote sessions are now available to all through the generosity of our speakers.
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Member Spotlight

 

Kelsey Mora, CCLS, LPC

 

Kelsey Mora, CCLS, LPC, a PICU child life at Advocate Children's Hospital in Park Ridge, Illinois, helped to successfully implement the ground-breaking PICU Up!™ program at her hospital. Based on research that shows the importance of early mobility and structured activity for critically ill children, the PICU Up!™ program protocols have led to pediatric patients being less sedated and more alert and interactive. 



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Child Life Calendar

Sep
23

Webinar - Call in the JOY! Mindfulness Practices to Care for YourSELF this Holiday Season

Sep
24

Member Virtual Meet-Up: Community-Based Child Life Specialists

Sep
25

Member Virtual Meet-Up: Canadian Child Life Specialists

Oct
01

ACLP Bulletin - Fall Issue Available

Oct
01

ACLP Virtual Town Hall, 1-3 PM ET [Open to All Members]

Oct
06

Webinar - Promoting Social Inclusion for Children in Healthcare: Implications for Child Life Practice

Oct
08

Member Virtual Meet-Up: Inpatient Child Life Specialists

Oct
09

Member Virtual Meet-Up: ED Child Life Specialists

Oct
09

Applications Due for International Scholarships for Conference

Oct
14

Webinar - Won't You Be My Neighbor: Diversity in the Workplace

Oct
18

Deadline to Submit Transcripts and Other Documentation for Review in Time to Register for the November Child Life Professional Certification Exam

Oct
19

Free Member Webinar - You're from Where? Supporting Children from Diverse Cultures

Oct
22

Member Virtual Meet-Up: Community-Based Child Life Specialists

Oct
22

Member Virtual Meet-Up: International (Non-US and Canada) Child Life Specialists

Oct
23

Member Virtual Meet-Up: Canadian Child Life Specialists

Oct
27

Deadline to Apply for the November Administration of the Child Life Professional Certification Exam

Oct
31

Deadline to Apply to Recertify through PDUs

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