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ACLP Research Fellows
This prestigious advisory group will provide an opportunity to recognize leading researchers in the field of child life.
Research Fellows...
Provide subject matter expertise to ACLP on a consult basis
Serve as informal mentors to aspiring child life researchers
Serve as a research consultant to ACLP committees, task forces, or working groups
May be recruited to lead or participate in strategic projects
Maintain ACLP membership and certification in good standing
Research Fellows Receive...
Honorary recognition as the highest/most exclusive ACLP membership level
Special recognition at conference
Special recognition on member profile
Exclusive badge for ACLP Research Fellows
Selection Criteria for Research Fellows
Certified Child Life Specialist
Member of ACLP in good standing
Minimum of 3 publications in peer-reviewed journals
Advanced degree preferred
Documented experience in research study design, research study execution, research analysis, and evidence-based practice
Documented experience with academic writing
Dedication to expanding the evidence base for child life practice
Presentation experience at non-child life conferences preferred
ACLP Research Fellows Application
Applications will open in September 17, 2023 - October 9, 2023 for the ACLP Research Fellows.
Note: The Research Fellow application requires a resume and writing samples. Please review the
materials needed
before starting your application.
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Lead Fellow Role
The first lead fellow will be appointed by the ACLP Board of Directors and serve for a term of 3 years. Subsequent lead fellows will be elected by a majority vote of all Research Fellows for a term of 3 years. An individual can be elected lead fellow multiple times but cannot serve more than 2 consecutive terms as chief fellow.
The lead fellow will serve as a liaison and first point of contact between ACLP leadership and staff and the research fellows.
The lead fellow is responsible for staying up to date on the skills and experiences available within the fellows and identifying gaps that might be filled by future fellow appointments.
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Emotional Safety Initiative
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2023 Child Life Month
Membership
Membership Types
Networking
ACLP Connect
First Book Marketplace
Resources
ACLP Publications
ACLP Bulletin
For Child Life Specialists
For Educators & Internship Coordinators
For Parents and Caregivers
Directories
Regional Child Life Groups
International Child Life Groups
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