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K-16 ALLIANCE COUNSELOR CONFERENCE Orem Campus

Fee: $60.00
Dates: 3/10/2026
Times: 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Building: UVU Sorensen Student Center
Room: Ballroom
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Conference Overview
The K-16 Alliance Counselor Conference is designed to strengthen connections, collaboration, and community among secondary and post-secondary counselors and partners to better support student pathways from education to careers in the Mountainland Region of Utah.
Conference Agenda
7:30-8:15 am Check In & Light Breakfast 8:15-9:00 am Conference Welcome 9:00-10:00 am Keynote Speaker: James Lawrence, The Iron Cowboy 10:00-10:25 am Networking 10:30-12:05 pm Breakout Sessions 1 & 2 12:10-12:45 pm Lunch 12:50-2:25 pm Breakout Sessions 3 & 4 2:35-3:30 pm Final Keynote
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The K-16 Alliance Counselor Conference is designed to strengthen connections, collaboration, and community among secondary and post-secondary counselors and partners to better support student pathways from education to careers in the Mountainland Region of Utah.

For more information on the K-16 Conference please go to https://www.uvu.edu/k16/conference/index.html

EXTRAORDINARY ENSEMBLESOnline Campus

Fee: $295.00
Format: Self-Paced Online
Course Length: 5 Modules

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Course Overview

Built for music educators, ensemble directors, and instructional leaders working in performance-based settings, this five-module course blends theory with practical application to support more intentional, student-centered instruction. Participants will explore the influence of personal and professional identity on teaching practice, examine demographic and institutional factors that shape classroom dynamics, and reflect on their instructional values and methods.

From strategies to manage high-stakes classroom moments to evaluating curriculum and repertoire through a broader lens, each module offers actionable approaches to improve teaching effectiveness in ensemble environments. Educators will engage with readings, media, and case studies while developing tools such as personalized teaching frameworks and curriculum evaluation plans. This course supports reflective practice, instructional growth, and stronger alignment between teaching goals and student needs.

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This course is designed for music educators, ensemble directors, and instructional leaders who work in large group performance settings. Participants will explore how identity, pedagogy, and curriculum choices affect student engagement and classroom culture. Through applied strategies and guided reflection, this course offers tools to support more responsive and effective ensemble instruction.

COURSE FORMAT: This course is delivered in a self-paced format, allowing you to access materials anytime and progress on your own schedule. All coursework must be completed by June 1, 2026.

INTEGRATIVE APPROACHES TO SUBSTANCE USE AND DOMESTIC VIOLENCEOnline Campus

Fee: $295.00
Format: Self-Paced Online
Course Length: 6 Modules

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Course Overview
This six-module course offers a comprehensive, interdisciplinary approach to addressing substance use and interpersonal violence through theoretical integration, applied assessment, and clinical reasoning. Drawing from psychological, sociological, developmental, and systems-based frameworks, participants will analyze how intersecting factors contribute to client behavior and treatment needs. Modules progress from foundational theories to advanced case conceptualization, using structured tools such as the ASAM criteria and the IPVRN framework. Through case studies, readings, and media, learners will evaluate patterns of harm, understand the impact of violence on individuals and families, and apply culturally responsive strategies for treatment planning. Designed for professionals in counseling, social work, criminal justice, or related fields, this course provides interdisciplinary tools to understand and respond to the intersections of substance use and interpersonal violence. Through theory, assessment models, and case-based application, participants will build practical, culturally informed strategies for evaluation and intervention.
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Designed for professionals in counseling, social work, criminal justice, or related fields, this course provides interdisciplinary tools to understand and respond to the intersections of substance use and interpersonal violence. Through theory, assessment models, and case-based application, participants will build practical, culturally informed strategies for evaluation and intervention.

COURSE FORMAT: This course is delivered in a self-paced format, allowing you to access materials anytime and progress on your own schedule. All coursework must be completed by June 1, 2026.

TRAUMA INFORMED STUDENT SUPPORTOnline Campus

Fee: $295.00
Format: Self-Paced Online
Course Length: 4 Modules

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Course Overview
This course offers a comprehensive exploration of trauma-informed care in educational settings, designed to empower educators with the knowledge and skills necessary to support students and colleagues affected by trauma. In the first module, you'll delve into the foundational principles of trauma-informed care, gaining insights into how trauma impacts learning and behavior, and the essential role educators play in fostering safe, supportive environments. The second module sharpens your ability to recognize trauma responses in both students and coworkers, emphasizing the importance of observation and self-awareness in creating an understanding and responsive atmosphere. The third module equips you with empathetic communication strategies and self-care practices, enabling you to respond effectively to trauma-related behaviors while maintaining your well-being. Finally, the fourth module focuses on implementing trauma-informed practices that build resilience within the educational community, guiding you in the development of a practical action plan to sustain these efforts. By the end of this course, you will be prepared to create and maintain a trauma-sensitive environment that promotes the well-being and success of all individuals in your care.
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This course provides educators with a deep understanding of trauma-informed care, focusing on how trauma affects learning and behavior. It covers foundational principles, recognizing trauma responses in students and colleagues, and effective communication strategies. The course also guides educators in implementing practices that foster resilience and well-being within educational communities.

COURSE FORMAT: This course is delivered in a self-paced format, allowing you to access materials anytime and progress on your own schedule. All coursework must be completed by April 30, 2026.

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