Education and Training
BIA-MA is dedicated to educating the public about brain injury, as well as providing the latest information and resources to professionals, medical providers, caregivers, survivors and families.
BIA-MA serves as a centralized source of education for medical professionals and individuals working or aspiring to work in the field of brain injury. BIA-MA also offers educational programs to survivors, family members, and the general public.
BIA-MA's education and training offerings include:
- ABI Clinical Continuing Education Series
- ACBIS Brain Injury Certification Program
- Annual Brain Injury Conference
Educational Events - SAVE THE DATES
| Event | When | Description |
|---|---|---|
| ABI Clinical Series: Acquired Brain Injury Continuing Education Certificate |
Oct 3&4, 2018 | This two-day continuing education program is designed to provide participants with a comprehensive overview of major categories of acquired brain injury (ABI), including neoplastic, traumatic, vascular, metabolic and infectious disorders of the central nervous system. Learn more and Register |
| ABI Clinical Series: Overview of Neurodiagnostic Procedures and Neurological Effects of ABI |
Oct 12, 2018 | In this half-day training, participants will learn the pathophysiological mechanisms in acquired brain injury and the common acute neurological sequelae of ABI, including post-concussion syndrome, seizures, hydrocephalus and cognitive disorders. Learn more and Register |
| ABI Clinical Series: Substance Abuse and ABI | Nov 7, 2018 | In this one-day training the clinical criteria for substance abuse disorders and their relationship to the occurrence of acquired brain injury, as well as their neurocognitive impact, will be reviewed and discussed. Learn more and Register |
| ABI Clinical Series: Functional Neuroanatomy Review | Dec 5, 2018 | This one-day continuing education program will provide participants with a review of the structures and functions of the central nervous system (CNS), including the cerebral hemispheres and subcortical structures (brain stem and spinal cord) .Learn more and Register |
Questions? Contact the education department at education@biama.org or call 508-475-0032.