The Institute for the Study of Therapeutic Change (ISTC) is pleased to announce the fourth annual Train the Trainers conference to be held in Chicago, Illinois (USA) from August 3rd through August 7th, 2009.  This intensive, hands-on training represents the first step in becoming a recognized trainer in the Client Directed, Outcome Informed approach.  As the title of the event implies, emphasis will be placed on preparing participants to provide training, consultation, and supervision to therapists, agencies, and healthcare systems in the United States and abroad under the aegis of ISTC.  Be sure and sign up early as the 2009 T.O.T is absolutely limited to 32 people.  

Note: This conference is OPEN.  Registration fills quickly.  Register early to ensure your spot.

Over the five-day period, participants will receive detailed instruction on:

	The core principles, practices, and empirical foundation of Client-Directed, Outcome-Informed (CDOI) work
	Reading, understanding, critiquing, and conveying research on "what works" in mental health and substance abuse treatment
	Effective strategies for presenting CDOI to therapists, agencies, and funders

Participants will receive:

	A complementary copy of the Outcome and Session Rating Scale Administration and Scoring Manual (a $39.95 US value)
	A complementary copy of the the Heroic Clients, Heroic Agencies manual (a $39.95 US value)
	Professional presentation materials (including powerpoint presentations, detailed presentation notes and patter)
	24 hours of CE credit
	Free continental breakfast (Danish, Bagels, Juice & Coffee) every morning of the training
	One night of hot Chicago-style blues at a local nightclub

Successul participants will:

	Become a "Certified Trainer" for the Institute for the Study of Therapeutic Change (ISTC)
	Be listed as a "Certified Trainer" and member of the ISTC on the Talkingcure.com website
	Have access to referrals for training and consultation from ISTC*
	Receive updated presentation materials (powerpoint presentations, video case illustrations, notes and patter)
	Receive live, telephonic coaching throughout the year from the founders and associates of ISTC

To register, applicants must be:

	Well-versed in the basic philosophy of CDOI
	Using CDOI in current clinical, consulting or teaching activities

This conference is open for registration.    Cost: $1295.95 

*Disclaimer: Admission to and attendance at the Training of Trainers conference in no way guarantees that the participant will become a certified trainer for the ISTC.  ISTC reserves the right to refuse certification for any reason following attendance.

*Cancellation policy: Registration fee will be refunded in full (less $50 cancellation fee) for any cancellation made 90+ days prior to the event.  Cancellations made between 45-89 days will receive a 50% refund.  No refunds for cancellations made for 44 days or less. 

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