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CCLSs Perceptions Of Animal Assisted Therapy

1.0 PDU, Assessment

The research findings highlight both the benefits, drawbacks, and impact of AAT and on the psychological and psychosocial well-being of CCLS.

Enhancing Pediatric Mental Health and Trauma Care in the ED

1.0 PDU, Intervention

Learn about the effectiveness of a collaborative care model to support pediatric behavioral health and trauma patients in the ED.

Sensory Overload: Burns and ASD

1.0 PDU, Intervention

This presentation will outline the distinctive needs, common stressors, and interventions for burn survivors with ASD.

You Don’t Have to Be Perfect to Be Good

1.5 PDUs, Professional Responsibility

Hear about the prevalence of perfectionism and impostorism among child life students and specialists, and how these factors can impact clinical training, professional practice, and personal well-being.

Celebrating over 6,500 Certified Child Life Specialists

Child Life Month

To promote understanding and appreciation of the invaluable contributions of child life specialists, ACLP has championed a month-long celebration, Child Life Month. The impact CCLSs make on the emotional safety of children and families in healthcare settings is unparalleled.

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Research and Publications

Read the latest in child life research and publications

Competition Among Child Life Students and How to Support Entry to the Field

We have identified several factors that can contribute to student competition and have implemented strategies to aid in student and emerging professionals’ coping.

ACLP Bulletin

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From the CLCC: How to List Your Credentials

Have you ever wondered how to properly list your credentials? This article from the CLCC will help break down some of the "alphabet soup" questions you may be curious about.

Child Life Blog

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Women's History Month: Child Life Leaders

During Women's History Month, we pause to celebrate the women in child life who have led this profession to the dynamic and impactful field it is today.

Child Life Blog

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Celebrating over 6,500 Certified Child Life Specialists

Child Life Month

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Child Life Month

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Calendar of Events

Webinar: Certified Child Life Specialist Perceptions Of Animal Assisted Therapy On Their Psychosocial and Psychological Well-being In The Clinical Settings

5/15/2024

2024 Child Life Conference

5/23/2024

Webinar: Know as You Grow: Cultivating an atmosphere of relationship building, advocacy and expansion of child life services in outpatient settings

6/5/2024