South Carolina Area Health Education Consortium

Archived Events

April 10-11, 2008

South Carolina Nursing Excellence: Evidence of Excellence - 6th Annual South Carolina Magnet Conference

Overview: This conference will focus on developing research and leadership among the nursing population, promoting education of staff and linking to nursing programs, and evidence-based practice.

Location: South Carolina Hospital Association, 1000 Center Point Road, Columbia, SC

Registration: www.scahec.net/magnet.html

For more information: Contact Call 843-792-4433.

April 16, 2008

5th Annual Workshop for Nurse Aide Training Coordinators & Instructors

Sponsored by: Aiken Technical College; Center for Nursing Leadership, USC; The Carolinas Center for Medical Excellence; Nurse Aide Competency Evaluation Service (NACES);Office for the Study of Aging,Arnold School of Public Health, USC; Pearson VUE; South Carolina Area Health Education Consortium (South Carolina AHEC); South Carolina Association of
Non-Profit Homes for the Aging; South Carolina Department of Education; and the South Carolina Department of Health and Human Services ( SC DHHS)

Goal: The Mission of this workshop is to bring together nurse aide instructors, who are responsible for the training of nurse aides, for the purpose of learning, sharing ideas, networking and assuring consistency of excellence in nurse aide training programs.

Location: Yates Conference Center, South Carolina Hospital Association, 1000 Center Point Road, Columbia, SC 29210

For more information: Contact Diane Delvota at ddeltova@scqio.sdps.org.

For a copy of the registration brochure, click here. (Registration available on February 1)

August 3, 2007

Psychological and Mental Health Response to Disasters - MUSC Institute of Psychiatry Auditorium, 12-4pm

Sponsored by: The South Carolina AHEC under the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office of the Assistant Secretary of Preparedness and Response, grant #1T01HP01418. For more information on South Carolina AHEC Disaster Preparedness & Response Training, visit www.scahec.net/prepares.

Registration: This conference and related continuing education units are provided at no-cost to participants. Space is limited. For registration information, click here.

For more information: Call Steve Boulanger at 843-792-7529.

April 26-27, 2007

5th Annual South Carolina Magnet Conference Climbing the Magnet Mountain: It's Worth the Climb - Columbia Conference Center, 169 Laurelhurst Avenue, Columbia, South Carolina 29210

Sponsored by: South Carolina AHEC, The ANCC & The South Carolina Magnet Planning Committee

This conference will focus on developing research and leadership among the nursing population, promoting education of staff and linking to nursing programs, and evidence-based practice.

Registration: To register online, click here.

For more information: For registration information, please contact Cynthia Sweeney, MSN, RN, CNOR at (301) 628-5235 for more information. Program information can be obtained by calling (843) 792-4433 or visiting www.scahec.net.

April 18, 2007

4TH Annual Workshop for Nurse Aide Training Coordinators & Instructors

Sponsored by: Aiken Technical College; Center for Nursing Leadership, USC; The Carolinas Center for Medical Excellence; Nurse Aide Competency Evaluation Service (NACES); Office for the Study of Aging, Arnold School of Public Health, USC; Promissor, Inc., A Pearson VUE Company; South Carolina Area Health Education Consortium (SC AHEC); South Carolina Association of Non-Profit Homes for the Aging; South Carolina Department of Education; South Carolina Department of Health and Human Services ( SC DHHS); and South Carolina Health Care Association

Overview: The Mission of this workshop is to bring together nurse aide instructors, who are responsible for the training of nurse aides, for the purpose of learning, sharing ideas, networking and assuring consistency of excellence in nurse aide training programs. This workshop is designed for nurse aide training coordinators and instructors for long term care settings. Training programs may send multiple participants. past conference evaluations indicate a need to conduct a conference centered on skills demonstrations. The Conference Committee reviewed the past years’ reports on testing pass rates from Promissor, and the following skills have the lowest overall scores: Blood Pressure, Pulse, Respirations, Weight, Ambulation, Mouth Care, Perineal Care and Catheter Care. They will be presented and demonstrated during the Concurrent Sessions. participants will also be given the opportunity to “Ask the Expert” questions related to their programs.

Location: Yates Conference Center, South Carolina Hospital Association, 1000 Center Point Road, Columbia, SC 29210

Registration: Click Here for a registration brochure.

For more information: Contact Janet Dinkins at
(803) 593-9954 ext. 1348. For directions, visit www.scha.org and click on “Conference Center” in the upper right-hand box.

March 26-30, 2007

NATIONAL AHEC WEEK

Overview: Introduced as a resolution for initial adoption at the NAO 2006 Nebraska Conference, NATIONAL AHEC WEEK is an opportunity for each AHEC and HETC to publicize the good work that we do.

For more information: Contact Call 843-792-4431.

August 12, 2006

Annual Family Medicine Interest Day & Practice Opportunities Fair - The Embassy Suites Hotel, Columbia, SC

Sponsored by: South Carolina AHEC, The Statewide Family Practice Residency Directors, and The SC Academy of Family Physicians

The purpose of Family Medicine Interest Day is to stimulate interest and enthusiasm in the field of Family Medicine. The purpose of the Practice Opportunities Fair is to help residents identify viable practice opportunities in our state.

For more information: Contact Becky Seignious at 843-792-4439 or email her at seignior@musc.edu.

June 13-16, 2006

South Carolina AHEC Future Health Professionals Institute

Sponsored by: South Carolina Area Health Education Consortium (SC AHEC); Medical University of South Carolina; National Center on Minority and Health Disparities; Project EXPORT; and Furman University

Overview: This Institute provides an intensive, residential educational experience for high school and undergraduate students interested in a health professions career. The four-day event includes activities and interactive sessions on academic and career planning, resource development and basic health skills training. Sessions are facilitated by health care practitioners and educators.

Location: Furman University, Greenville, SC

Registration: Registrations are accepted through regional Student Development and Diversity Coordinators.

For more information: Contact Call 843-792-4431.

June 4-9, 2006

South Carolina AHEC Future Health Professionals Academy

Sponsored by: South Carolina Area Health Education Consortium (SC AHEC); Medical University of South Carolina-College of Dental Medicine; Medical University of South Carolina-College of Nursing; REACH 2010; and Project EXPORT.

Overview: The Academy is designed to increase the acceptance, retention, and graduation rates of under-represented minority and disadvantaged students to nursing and dental training programs in South Carolina. The Academy is comprised of a nursing track and a dental track. Twenty undergraduate students are accepted for each.

Location: Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, SC

Registration: Registrations are accepted through regional Student Development and Diversity Coordinators.

For more information: Contact Call 843-792-4431.

April 27-28, 2006

South Carolina Nursing Excellence: Exploring the Dimensions of Magnet - 4th Annual South Carolina Magnet Conference

Sponsored by: South Carolina Area Health Education Consortium (SC AHEC); South Carolina Hospital Association (SCHA); South Carolina Organization of Nurse Executives (SCONE); Medical University of South Carolina, Medical Center; Center for Nursing Leadership, College of Nursing, USC; South Carolina Board of Nursing; Selected Sigma Theta Tau Chapters; and Hospital Members of the Magnet Committee

Overview: This conference will focus on developing research and leadership among the nursing population, promoting education of staff and linking to nursing programs, and evidence-based practice.

Location: Hilton Greenville, 45 West Orchard Park Drive, Greenville, SC 29615

Registration:The conference fees are $65 for Thursday, $75 for Friday or $125 for BOTH days. If registration is post-marked after April 14, there will be a $10 late fee. Cancellations received prior to April 14 will be honored, less a $10 administrative fee. Space islimited to 300. Checks may follow registrations, but must be received prior to the conference.

Registration Deadline: April 14, 2006.

For more information: Contact Call 843-792-4431.

For a copy of the registration brochure , click here.

April 26, 2006

3rd Annual Workshop for Nurse Aide Training Coordinators & Instructors

Sponsored by: Aiken Technical College; Carolina Medical Review; Hartman PublishingPromissor, Inc.; South Carolina Area Health Education Consortium (SC AHEC); South Carolina Association of Non-Profit Homes for the Aging; South Carolina Department of Education; South Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS); South Carolina Health Care Association; Office for the Study of Aging, Arnold School of Public Health, University of South Carolina

Goal: The Mission of this workshop is to bring together nurse aide training coordinators and instructors for the purpose of learning, hearing ideas, networking and assuring consistency of excellence in nurse aide training programs. This workshop is designed for nurse aide training coordinators and instructors for long term care settings. Training programs may send multiple participants.

Location: Yates Conference Center, South Carolina Hospital Association, 1000 Center Point Road, Columbia, SC 29210

For more information: Contact Janet Dinkins at (803) 593-9954 ext. 1348.

For a copy of the registration brochure, click here.

March 5-11, 2006

National Patient Safety Awareness Week

Over 3,000 Hospitals Have Joined the 100,000 Lives Campaign! The 100,000 Lives Campaign is an initiative to engage U.S. hospitals in a commitment to implement changes in care proven to improve patient care and prevent avoidable deaths. The Campaign is the first national effort to promote saving a specified number of lives by a certain date (June 14, 2006).

For More Information: www.ihi.org/ihi

November 17-18, 2005

25th Annual School Nurse Conference

Hosted by: South Carolina Department of Education, Lowcountry AHEC, and South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control

Overview: The educational and networking opportunities provided through the 25th Annual School Nurse Conference have been designed to improve each participant's ability to protect and promote the health, safety, and well being of South Carolina's school children. Healthy children learn better. Well-educated children are the foundation for a strong state and nation.

Location: Embassy Suites Convention Center, 5055 International Boulevard, North Charleston, SC 29418

Registration Info: Conference registration fee is $135 for both days. Click here to dowload registration form.

For more information: Call 803-943-5052 or visit www.lcahec.com

November 4, 2005

South Carolina Summit on Aging: "Aging With Vitality"

Hosted by: South Carolina Center for Gerontology; Lieutenant Governor’s Office on Aging; South Carolina Geriatric Education Center; Medical University of South Carolina Center on Aging; South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control

Overview: Continuing Education Credit will be provided through Mid-Carolina AHEC, Inc. for Nurses, Social Workers, Long Term Care and Residential Care Managers, Occupational Therapists and Physical Therapists.

Location: Embassy Suites Hotel, 200 Stoneridge Drive, Columbia, SC 29210

Registration Info: Conference registration fee is $50. Onsite registration is $65. For more information and to register, call 803-777-4221.

For more information: Visit http://cosw.sc.edu

October 26-28, 2005

2005 South Carolina HIV/STD Conference

Sponsored by: The Annual SC HIV/STD Conference Executive and Planning Committees

Overview: More than 60 concurrent sessions with topics including, but not limited to: HIV and STD prevention, care, and support services; comorbidities; alcohol/other drugs; sex and sexuality; consumer and population-specific issues; and skills building.

Location: Hyatt Regency, Greenville, SC

Registration Info: Early Registration fee (must be received by August 26) is $90/day or $200/all three days. Regular Registration fee (must be received by October 7) is $100/day or $240/all three days. Late Registration fee (must be received by October 21) is $140/day or $300/all three days.

For a copy of the registration b rochure, Click Here.

For more information: Contact 803-237-6150 .

September 30, 2005

Research: The Cornerstone for Innovations in Healthcare

Sponsored by: Upstate Area Health Education Center (AHEC) in collaboration with, The Nursing Research Council of the Greenville Hospital System University Medical Center and Sigma Theta Tau Gamma Mu Chapter at Clemson University

Overview: At the conclusion of this conference, participants will be able to:
• Identify the importance of research as the basis for changes in practice.
• Evaluate research studies related to applicability, level of evidence and significance to clinical practice.
• Discuss the latest advances in selected areas of research.
• Exchange ideas through the use of abstracts and poster presentations.

Location: The University Center of Greenville
Auditorium, 225 South Pleasantburg Drive,
Greenville, SC

Registration Info: The fee for the conference is $75 for non-members; $10 for Upstate AHEC Consortium members; and $10 for students.
Fee includes program materials, lunch and certificate of attendance. To ensure your space, pre-registration and payment must be received one week prior to the program. For a copy of the registration b rochure, Click Here.

For more information: Contact 864-349-1160.

September 16 , 2005

Bioethics, Genetics & The Human Genome Project

Sponsored by: EXPORT Center (Clemson University and Voorhees College); Zeta Phi Beta Soroity, Inc.;, Anderson, Oconee Minority Health Coalition; Clemson University College of Agriculture, Forestry and Life Sciences; Clemson University College of Health, Education, and Human Development;
Clemson University Genomics Institute;
Clemson University Rutland Center for Ethics;
EXPORT Center (Medical University of South Carolina & South Carolina State University);
Greenwood Genetic Center; and Upstate Area Health Education Center (AHEC)

Overview: The goal of this conference is to enhance knowledge of bioethics, genetics and the human genome project especially as it relates to racial/ethnic rural minority populations, health professionals, researchers and students.

Location: The Madren Conference Center, 100 Madren Center Drive, Clemson, SC

Registration Info: The fee for the conference is $20 early bird by August 16 and $30 after that date. Registration includes handouts, refreshments, lunch and certificate of attendance. For a copy of the registration b rochure, Click Here.

For more information: Contact 864-349-1160

August 27, 2005

Annual Bioterrorism Update for Pharmacists

Sponsored by: Mid-Carolina AHEC, South Carolina College of Pharmacy & South Carolina AHEC

Overview: Biological threats can occur in many ways, shapes and forms. The risk is always present, whether from the illicit procurement of germs on the black-market, to the natural emergence of a new viral threat, or a toxic chlorine spill from an accidental train
derailment. This one-day conference will help prepare you for your professional role in the event of any large-scale public health emergency or biological threat (natural or man-made).

Location: Seawells Banquet Center, Columbia, SC 29201

Registration Info: The fee for the conference is $30.00. This fee includes educationa material, continuing education statements, lunch and refreshments. For a copy of the registration brochure, Click Here.

For more information: Contact 803-777-9979.

August 12, 2005

South Carolina Bioterrorism Preparedness Program for Nurses: Competent and Confident

Sponsored by: Pee Dee AHEC & South Carolina AHEC

Overview: This program has been designed specifically for nurses in South Carolina and will present information that will raise their competency and confidence level in a bioterrorism event. Public health emergencies can occur anytime or anyplace and nurses must be prepared to provide care regardless of the nature of the emergency.

Location: Francis Marion University, McNair Science Building Auditorium, Florence, SC

Registration Info: The fee for the conference is $20.00. This fee includes lunch, breaks, conference materials, and nursing continuing education credit. For a copy of the registration brochure, Click Here.

For more information: Contact Pee Dee AHEC at 843-457-7277.

July 23 , 2005

What Every Health Care Disaster Volunteer Needs to Know

Sponsored by: South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control, American Red Cross and Mid- Carolina AHEC

Overview: Health care volunteers are critically needed in a community health emergency. SC DHEC and the American Red Cross have major roles in a disaster, but they do not have sufficient workforce to meet demands. Well intentioned volunteers who are inadequately prepared often do more harm than good. Health care providers can be brought online more quickly if they have already established a relationship with a volunteer agency and undergone basic training.

Location: Palmetto Health Richland Auditorium, Columbia, SC

Registration: There is NO fee for the conference. For a copy of the registration brochure, click here.

For more information: Contact Upstate AHEC at 864-349-1160.

May 26-28 , 2005

Biological Attacks...Are We Ready?

Sponsored by: Upstate AHEC & South Carolina AHEC

Overview: This conference is a must for all prehospital responders, Emergency Room and UTC personnel, Medical Directors and those involved in the first few hours following a biological event.

Location: Hyatt Regency, Greenville, South Carolina

Registration: The fee for the conference is $35.00 for all three days. This fee includes continental breakfast, lunch, breaks, and conference materials.

For more information: Contact Upstate AHEC at 864-349-1160.

For a copy of the registration brochure, click here.

Spring, 2005

2005 Update for Pharmacy Technicians

Co-Sponsored by: Medical University of South Carolina

Date & Locations:
Greenwood, SC - March 12 & 13, 2005
Contact Diane Bishop at 864-349-1179 or dbishop@upstateahec.org

Charleston, SC - April 16, 2005
Contact Landis Williams at 803-943-5052 or williamsl@lcahec.com

Conway, SC - May 7, 2005
Contact Kay Lambert at 843-777-5352 or klambert@mcleodhealth.org

Florence, SC - May 21, 2005
Contact Kay Lambert at 843-777-5352 or klambert@mcleodhealth.org

April 29, 2005

South Carolina Nursing Excellence: Aspiring to Magnetism - 3rd Annual South Carolina Magnet Conference

Overview: This conference will focus on developing research and leadership among the nursing population, promoting education of staff and linking to nursing programs, and evidence-based practice.

Location: Embassy Suites Hotel, 200 Stoneridge Drive, Columbia, SC 29210

Registration: The fee for the conference is $75.00. This fee includes continental breakfast, lunch, breaks, and conference materials. If registration is post-marked after April 15, there will be a $10 late fee. Cancellations received two weeks prior to the conference will be honored, less a $10 administrative fee.

For more information: Contact Call 843-792-4431.

For a copy of the registration brochure, click here. REGISTRATION IS CLOSED AS OF 3/28/05!

April 7, 2005

Bioethics, Genetics & the Human Genome Project: Racial/Ethnic Minority Community & Researcher Perspectives

Sponsored by: EXPORT Center, A Clemson University & Voorhees College Partnership, Clemson University , College of Health, Education, & Human Development, and Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. National Education Foundation

Co-sponsors: Upstate AHEC, EXPORT Center, Medical University of South Carolina and South Carolina State University, Anderson, Oconee Minority Health Coalition, Tuskegee University National Center for Bioethics, Clemson University Rutland Center for Ethics, Clemson University Genomics Institute, Clemson University Biotechnology Institute, Greenwood Genetic Center

Goal: The goal of this conference is to enhance knowledge of bioethics, genetics and the human genome project especially as it relates to racial/ethnic rural minority populations, researchers, and students.

Location: The University Center of Greenville,
225 South Pleasantburg Drive, Greenville, SC

For more information: Contact Bennie Pettit at 864-349-1162 or bpettit@upstateahec.org

April 6, 2005

2nd Annual Workshop for Nurse Aide Training Coordinators & Instructors

Location: Columbia Conference Center, 169 Laurelhurst Avenue Columbia, SC

For more information: Contact Contact Janet Dinkins at (803) 593-9954 ext. 1348.

For a copy of the registration brochure, click here.

Spring 2005

Protecting Our Elders From Abuse

All of us have the potential of finding ourselves in settings that put us at risk for being mistreated and/or abused. Some families and individuals are more at risk than others. This workshop will highlight vulnerable individuals, explore explosive situations, examine some forms of abuse, and will provide some suggestions and techniques for intervention and prevention.

Presenter: Charlotte Jones Thom, MSW, LISW

Among Charlotte’s variety of experiences, she has 11 years practicing as a private consultant for Long-Term Care facilities providing training and education in eldercare and services, staff and family interventions, elder rights and resources, elder abuse prevention along with multiple Social Services.

This workshop is being provided around South Carolina by SC AHEC and the SC Center for Gerontology.

Dates, Locations & Contact Information:

January 21, 2005
Camden, SC
Contact Mid-Carolina AHEC at 803-286-4121

February 16, 2005
Florence, SC
Contact Pee Dee AHEC at 843-777-5343

March 24, 2005
Greenwood, SC
Contact Upstate AHEC at 864-349-1160

April 22, 2005
Charleston, SC
Contact Lowcountry AHEC at 803-943-5052

May 20, 2005
Hilton Head, SC
Contact Lowcountry AHEC at 803-943-5052

For a copy of the registration brochure, click here.

December 6 , 2004

Increasing Minorities in Health Care: Partnerships for Success, Embassy Suites Hotel, 200 Stoneridge Drive, Columbia, SC

Hosted by: SC AHEC Student Development and Diversity Program

Mission: To strengthen South Carolina's health care workforce and close its health disparities gap by increading the number of underrepresented minorities in the health professions.

Registration: Click here to register online. To download a PDF of the Summit agenda, click here. Registration deadline is November 15, 2004. Space is limited and registrations will be accepted on a first-come, first served basis.

For More Information: Contact Angelica Williams at 843-792-4432 or williaa@musc.edu.

November 3, 2004

Summit on Aging: "Meeting Greater Needs with Fewer Resources in South Carolina”, Columbiana Hotel and Conference Center (formerly The Sheraton) Columbia, SC

Hosted by: SC Center for Gerontology

Sponsored by: SC Leadership in Public Service, SC Alliance 2020, SC Geriatric Education Center, MUSC Center on Aging, SC AHEC and Mid-Carolina AHEC

For More Information: Contact Geraldine Washington, at the SC Center for Gerontology, University of South Carolina, (803) 777-4221.

October 21-22, 2004

24th Annual School Nurse Conference: Healthy Children Learn Better, Embassy Suites Convention Center, 5505 International Blvd., North Charleston, SC

Sponsored by: Lowcountry AHEC, South Carolina Department of Education, and the SC Department of Health and Environmental Control

For more information: Click here for a copy of the program brochure or call (803) 943-5052 for more information.

Deadline for Registration: September 16, 2004

October 13 & October 14, 2004 (Choose One Date)

Advanced Heart Failure: A Workshop on Clinical Guidelines and Healing Words (Nurses) - The Regional Medical Center, 3000 Saint Matthews Road, Orangeburg, SC

Sponsored by: MUSC Project EXCEED, The Regional Medical Center, and Lowountry AHEC

Target audience: Nurses, Social Workers, Counselors and Therapists, and Health Professionals who work with end-of-life issues.

For more information: Click here for a copy of the registration brochure. Contact Lowcountry AHEC at (803) 943-5052 or fennellm@lcahec.com.

October 12, 2004

Advanced Heart Failure: A Workshop on Clinical Guidelines and Approaches to Communication (Physicians) - The Garden Room, 1190 Orangeburg Mall, Orangeburg

Sponsored by: Lowountry AHEC, The Regional Medical Center, and the EXCEED Project at the Medical University of South Carolina

Target audience: Cardiology and Primary Care Physicians who work with end-of-life issues.

For more information: Click here for a copy of the registration brochure. Contact Regional Choices at 803-395-4631 or 800-476-3377 ext. 4631.

September 29-October 1, 2004

2004 South Carolina HIV/STD Conference: “Prevention and Care: Uniting for the Journey Ahead”, Columbiana Hotel and Conference Center (formerly The Sheraton) Columbia, SC.

Sponsored By: Mid-Carolina AHEC, SCAIDS Training Network, MUSC and a number of additional sponsors.

For more information: Call (803) 286-4121 for more information or to register or v isit www.hivstdconference.com.

September 10, 2004

Be Prepared for the Unthinkable: What Every Nurse Needs to Know about Bioterrorism - Holiday Inn Patiot's Point, 250 Johnnie Dodds Blvd., Mt. Pleasant, SC

Sponsored By: Medical University of South Carolina School of Nursing & South Carolina AHEC through a grant by the Health Resources and Service Administration

For more information: Click here for a copy of the program brochure or call (843) 792-4431 for more information.

August 28, 2004

Bioterrorism Update for Pharmacists - Seawell's Banquest Center, 1125 Rosewood Drive, Columbia, SC

Sponsored by: University of South Carolina College of Pharmacy & South Carolina AHEC through a grant by the Health Resources and Service Administration

For more information: Click here for a copy of the program brochure or call (803) 777-0869 for more information

August 14, 2004

15 th Annual Family Medicine Interest Day - The Embassy Suites Hotel, Columbia, SC

Sponsored by: SC AHEC, The Statewide Family Practice Residency Directors, and The SC Academy of Family Physicians

The purpose of this program is to stimulate interest and enthusiasm in the field of Family Medicine.

For more information: Contact Becky Seignious at (843) 792-4439 or email her at seignior@musc.edu.

August 14, 2004

19 th Annual Practice Opportunities Fair - The Embassy Suites Hotel, Columbia, SC

Sponsored by: SC AHEC

The purpose of this program is to help residents identify viable practice opportunities in our state.

For more information: Contact Becky Seignious at (843) 792-4439 or email her at seignior@musc.edu.

For Continuing Education Programs in Your Area, Please Visit Your Regional AHEC's Website.