May 14, 2018

PECFAS.2018.05.14 & 05.15.Initial

THIS TRAINING IS FOR CMH BILLABLE PROGRAM EMPLOYEES ONLY  

To receive the code for this training, supervisors of eligible providers may contact

Katie Gorney, SOC Speciasl Projects Coordinator at:  

Kgorney@iamtgc.net or 734-785-7705 Ext. 7004

These trainings are recommended by the DHHS for children and youth with a primary Serious Emotional Disturbance (SED) diagnosis only. 


Preschool and Early Childhood

Functional Assessment Scale (PECFAS)

Initial Training

With: Kelly Sipotz, LMSW, MS, IMH-(III) and Staci Belanger, LMSW, IMH-(III)

Dates:  May 14 & 15, 2018 - You must attend both days (Last day to register is May 7, 2018@ NOON)

Time: 9:00am-4:00pm both days. Please arrive at 8:30 to sign in and obtain materials.

Location: Development Centers McKenny Center at 19750 Burt Road, Detroit, MI 48219

Cost: $30. Fee covers all of the required materials and handouts. 

Required Materials: PECFAS Paper Assessment Form, PECFAS Self-Training Manual, and Blank Scoring Forms for the PECFAS Self-Training Manual.

Suggested Participants: QCMHP working with chidren ages 4-6 and CMH billable programs in Wayne County.


Training Information: The Preschool & Early Childhood Functional Assessment Scale (PECFAS) is used for assessing the functioning of children 4-6 years old.  Qualified Child Mental Health practitioner will be required to become reliable raters to implement this tool.


Continuing Education Credits: 8.5 Continuing Education Credits are offered for this event. Participants must arrive on time and remain in the training for its entirety to receive credits. No partial credits will be offered. You must have your license number when you check in. 

  • Counselors: 8.5 Continuing Education credits are approved for this training. The VCE is an NBCC-Approved Continuing Education Provider (ACEP) and may offer NBCC-approved clock hours for events that meet NBCC requirements. The ACEP solely is responsible for all aspects of the program.
  • Social Workers: 8.5 Continuing Education credits are approved for this training.
  • Children’s Mental Health Professionals (CMHP): These training hours meet the MDHHS training requirement for CMPH staff.

Refund/Cancellation Policy: Cancellation/Refund Policy: Substitutions are permitted at any time. No shows will be billed at the full training rate. Cancellations must be received in writing at least 7 business days prior to training to asmith1@dwmha.com to obtain a full refund. If cancellation is received less than 7 business days prior to training then no refund will be given.

Registration/Walk-In Policy: Participants may try to attend the training as a walk-in, someone that did not pre-register. However, walk-ins will NOT be guaranteed seats or materials. Walk-ins will be asked to wait until the training begins to be seated to ensure there is enough room. Plan to pre-register to ensure your attendance.

You will receive a confirmation of your registration via e-mail. If you do not, please contact the DWMHA Message Center at 313-451-3792

ADA Accommodations: If you have individual requirements or need special services to participate in this event, please notify Katie at: kgorney@iamtgc.net

Questions? 

If you have technical questions regarding the online registration process, contact 313-451-3792

Last day to register is May 7, 2018 @ NOON