ASHA CE Transcript

• We are no longer using session evaluation forms for each session attended.  These are the forms that you previously completed and turned in at the end of each session you attended, in order to get that attendance placed on your ASHA CE transcript. 
• We now have a single "ASHA CE Participation Form" for ou to use to track all sessions attended;  this form will be available on the CE table.
• You will still need ot fill out ONE ASHA scantron (bubble) form in order for your convention attendance to be listed on your ASHA CE transcript.  This form will also be available on the CE table.
• Please remember to turn in BOTH completed forms at the registration table BEFORE you leave convention.  If you neglect to do so, hour convention attendance will not be printed on your ASHA CE transcript.

WVBESLPA CE Booklet

• As always, there will be forms available at the CE table for any convention attendee wishing to keep track of their continuing education for their WV license.
• These forms are for you to keep for your records;  do NOT turn them in.

Marshall University Graduate Credit

• We will again be offering one hour of graduate credit through Marshall University for your convention attendance.
• You MUST already have a bachelor or higher degree to qualify
• Attendance of at least 15 hours of convention sessions is MANDATORY.
• Applications and attendance verification forms will be available at the CE table.
• Tere will be an additional charge of $65.00 for this service.  Checks should be made out to WVSHA and turned in, along with BOTH forms, BEFORE you leave convention.

   Continuing Education

• The West Virginia Speech-Language-Hearing Association (WVSHA) is approved by the Continuing Education Board of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) to provide continuing education activities in speech-language pathology and audiology.  This program is offered for 3.1 CEUs (various level, professional area).  ASHA CE provider approval does not imply endorsement of course content, specific products, or clinical procedures.

     Reservation Information

• A block of rooms is reserved at the rate of $65/Single or $75/Double
• To get the discounted rate, use group number CGA808
• Call 1-866-700-7284 or (304) 765-5055 to make your reservation
• Your room must be reserved by 4-1-08
• Reservations cannot be made online to get the discount

     Driving Directions

• From North (Morgantown/Clarksburg) - Take WV I-79 South to Exit 67, Flatwoods Exit

• From South (Charleston) - Take I-79 North to Exit 67, Flatwoods Exit

     Dining Options

• On the grounds of the hotel is Visions Restaurant, renowned for scrumptious prime rib and shrimp cocktail.  There are also a number of dining options in the immediate area from fast food to sit down dining.

     Special Events During Convention

• Wednesday from 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM - Welcome Reception in the Hospitality Suite on the 2nd floor, Wheeling & Bridgeport Rooms

• Free Breakfast Buffets will be available on Thursday, Friday & Saturday during convention from 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM for all convention attendees

• Thursday from 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM - Association Business Meeting Luncheon (Buffet free for all WVSHA Members)

• Thursday from 5:00 PM - 5:30 PM - Deaf Ed Dinner prior to forum.  Tickets for the plated dinner will be available at the Registration table for $20.00 each.

• Thrusday beginning at 7:00 PM - WV Board of Examiners of Speech & Language Pathology and Audiology (WVBESLPA) will hold an open board meeting.  The new legislative rules, including new continuing education guidelines, will be introduced and discussed.  Any licensee who has concerns is urged to attend

• Thursday from 9:00 PM - 11:00 PM - Association Social - Come join your friends and colleagues for a relaxing get together with music, hors d'oeuvres and beverages.  The WVSLH Foundation will hold a silent auction during this year's social as a fund-raising event.

• Friday from 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM - Association Luncheon (Buffet free for all convention attendees).

     Session Handouts

• Paper handouts will NOT be available for most sessions.  They will only be available if a speaker opts to bring their handouts on their own.

• If you want paper handouts for all other sessions, they will be made available on the WVSHA website at www.wvsha.org.  Please print your handouts from the website and bring them to the convention with you.

• We will indicate on the website which handouts need to be printed out and which will be provided by the speaker.

• For your convenience, each attendee will be provided with a CD containing all speaker handouts received by the planning committee prior to convention.

     Refund Policy

• Written requests for refunds must be received by May 16, 2008.
• A refund of 70% of the registration fees will be returned.
• send refund requests to:

   Valerie Graham
    125 North 6th St.
     Clarksburg, WV   26301
 

     Disclaimer

• The West Virginia Speech-Language-Hearing Association (WVSHA) reserves the right to reject or edit any manuscript received for publication and reject any advertising deemed unsuitable for WVSHA publicaiton.  Acceptance of advertising by WVSHA does not constitute endorsement of the advertiser, its products or services;  nor does WVSHA make any claims or guarantees as to the accuracy or validity of the advertiser's offer.  The opinions expressed by contributors to WVSHA publication are not necessarily those of the WVSHA executive board, staff, advertisers or members of the associaiton.

     Questions

• Valerie Graham, VP for Convention Planning
  ConventionPlanningVP@wvsha.org or (304) 622-4327
• Melanie Ashworth, Convention Planning Committee member
  MembershipVP@wvsha.org or (304) 822-4834