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2017 AACC “Break Every Chain” World Conference
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REGISTRATION
Registration is available online
(worldconference.net), by phone
(800.526.8673), or by mail. To register by mail, complete and return
the registration form, along with your check, money order, or credit
card information, to AACC World Conference, P.O. Box 739, Forest,
VA 24551. The cost of regular registration for the World Conference is
$419 ($199 for international or full-time students). The registration
fee includes admission to all plenary sessions, concerts, worship
services, program sessions, and the exhibit hall. Spouses of attendees
may register for $199. For those spouses who wish to attend only the
worship services and plenary sessions, we offer a low $109 rate.
EXHIBITORS & SPONSORS
A diverse group of Christian corporations, publishers, organizations,
colleges and universities will exhibit at the Conference and sponsor a
wide variety of events. Plan to build time into your schedule to view
the latest in resources, materials, educational opportunities, and
services that affirm and promote Christian counseling. If you desire
to be a sponsor or exhibitor, contact Randy Meetre at 843-591-5225
for a complete information packet. Exhibits will be open 12-7 PM
Wednesday, 9 AM-7 PM Thursday and Friday, and 9 AM-4 PM on
Saturday.
CONFERENCE SITE & ACCOMMODATIONS
All Conference events will be held in the Opryland Hotel where, under
one roof, you can enjoy nine acres of lush gardens, a winding river with
waterfalls, 30 shops, and rooms attended by one of the finest hotel staffs
in the South. AACC has secured group rates for registered attendees
that are substantially lower than the usual rates. Single- and double-
occupancy rooms are available for $199 per night. Room reservations
should be made directly with the hotel at 888-777-6779. The special
rate expires September 1, 2017, or when all allotted rooms have been
reserved.
SPOUSE ACTIVITIES
Spouses accompanying attendees have a variety of options from which
to choose, including: (1) attending all Conference events at a discounted
rate of $199; (2) attending only the Pre-Conference workshops at a
discounted fee of $29 per workshop (if accompanied by spouse); (3)
attending only the Conference plenary sessions and worship services at
a special rate of $109; or (4) attending only the opening Celebration and
the Dinner Theater at regular ticket prices. In addition, restaurants and
entertainment venues are conveniently located within walking distance
of the Opryland Hotel.
PRIORITY OF PREFERRED TRACK SESSIONS
After registering, you will be sent specific information regarding
the names, presentation titles, and specific times for program track
presentations. Because attendance at any one session will be limited
to the number of seats available in the various meeting rooms, it is
imperative that you register early to have priority in attending your
preferred sessions. Your track presentation choices will be prioritized
according to the date on which your registration form is received in the
Conference office. When you arrive at the Conference, you will receive
a schedule that will permit you to enter only certain presentations. The
sooner you complete the attached registration form and send it in, the
better your chances are of attending your preferred sessions.
CANCELATION POLICY
To maintain a high standard throughout our conferences and events,
AACC has instituted a NO REFUND POLICY effective immediately
and enforceable for all AACC events. In certain circumstances, credit
for a future conference registation or a store credit may be issued in
lieu of a refund. AACC reserves the right to cancel exhibitors, speakers,
presenters or registrations on any person and without cause.
AUDIO RECORDING
Professionally produced USBs, CDs and DVDs of Conference worship
sessions, plenary sessions, and track presentations will be available for
sale at the Conference. No personal audio or video taping/recording of
any Pre-Conference or Conference session is permitted.
CONFIRMATION
A receipt will be sent to you confirming your registration. Track
selection will begin online in May 2017. After you have selected your
sessions, a confirmation will be sent to you with your individual
schedule for the Conference. Save this confirmation and bring it with
you to the Conference. You must present your confirmation receipt at
the Registration Window to receive your packet containing entry badge,
session schedule, Conference program booklet, and special function
tickets.
CONTINUING EDUCATION HOURS
The American Association of Christian Counselors (AACC) offers some
clinicians and counselors Continuing Education (CE) credit due to good
standing with a limited number of professional organizations.
• The AACC is approved by the American Psychological Association
(APA) to offer continuing education for psychologists and
maintains responsibility for this program and its content. The
AACC is a National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC)
Approved Continuing Education Provider (ACEPTM), may award
NBCC approved clock hours for presentations and/or programs
that meet NBCC requirements, and maintains responsibility for
the content of these presentations and programs.
• The American Association of Christian Counselors (AACC), #1400,
is approved as a provider for social work continuing education
by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB), www.aswb.
org, through the Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program.
ASWB Approval Period: (09/06/2016 to 09/06/2017). Licensed
social workers should contact their individual regulatory boards
to review current continuing education requirements for licensure
renewal. Social workers attending this conference can receive up to
11 continuing education clock hours depending on specific sessions
attended. (Plenary sessions do not meet ASWB standards).
• The AACC offers continuing education credit for play therapists
through the Association of Play Therapy (APT Approved Provider
#14-373), so long as the training element is specifically applicable
to the practice of play therapy.
• The AACC is approved by the National Association of Alcohol and
Drug Abuse Counselors (NAADAC), #166470, as an Approved
Education Provider and is recognized as meeting natioanlly
approved standards of education developed for the addiction/
substance use disorders in the counseling profession. CE
contact hours that are provided will be accepted toward national
credentialing by NAADAC and many of the individual state
licensing and certification bodies, as well. Please check with your
state for further information and authorization.
It remains the responsibility of each participant to be aware of state
licensure requirements. Participants should check their state and/or
local regulations regarding required continuing education hours.
The training offered through AACC sponsored conferences and training
programs also meets the ongoing CE requirements for counselors, life
coaches, and crisis responders who are credentialed through the
International Board of Christian Care (IBCC) or one of its affiliate
boards: the Board of Christian Professional and Pastoral Counseling
(BCPPC); the Board of Christian Life Coaching (BCLC); and the Board
of Christian Crisis and Trauma Response (BCCTR).
Participants understand and acknowledge that specific presentation/
program content (e.g., trauma and abuse subject matter) may result
in emotional, psychological and/or spiritual distress related to past or
current life experiences. As such, participants may elect to discontinue
attendance and/or seek supportive or professional services and
resources.
Confirmation CE letters/certificates will be mailed after the program
is completed and only to those participants who request and pay for
continuing education hours. Letters and/or certificates will display the
name of the attendee, program title, the number of CE hours awarded,
and the date of completion. The presentation(s) and the name(s) of the
presenter(s) will be listed if an itemized letter has been requested
(only where available). The stamped Continuing Education Form
should include the desired address where CE letters/certificates are
to be mailed. Please allow 4-6 weeks for standard processing (major
conference events may take 8-12 weeks). Any requests for expedited
letters or reprints may result in additional fees. Please contact Member
Services at 1-800-526-8673 for further information.
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