Empathic Strain

Empathic Strain (Formerly Compassion Fatigue) - 3.5 Hours

Empathic Strain has been described as “the cost of caring” for others, which results in deep emotional and physical exhaustion. The work of helping requires health care professionals to open their hearts and minds to their clients, but it is this process which makes helpers vulnerable to being very affected by their work. Join us for this important topic. Topics of discussion will include:

• Vicarious trauma
• Warning signs that you may not be coping well
• Strategies for your workplace
• Self-awareness and mindfulness
• Coping strategies
• Strategies to balance life and work

Please note: Participants are expected to sign into the session 5 minutes before the start of the session.

It is recommended that participants test their systems before the start of the session, to ensure their technology will work. Joining the session with your microphone and camera on (if possible) is recommended to get the most out of each session.

You can join from your smartphone, laptop or tablet. Calling in on the telephone line is not recommended. A minimum of 6 participants is required in order to run a session.

REFUND POLICY

For cancellations:

Cancellations received within 15 or more business days prior to the training/orientation start date will receive a refund minus Eventbrite Fees. Alternatively, paid registrants unable to attend a course for which they have registered may opt to apply their fees to a future session. Fees must be used within one year of the original course date. In some instances, paying registrants may have the option to transfer their paid seat to another staff member in their organization to use within the year of the original course date.

Cancellations can be submitted via email (info@regionallearningcentre.ca) or by phone (905-829-7006).

Refunds will not be provided in the following circumstances:

· Cancellations received less than fifteen business days prior to the training session/workshop start date this includes the orientation date.

· ‘No shows’ (defined as individuals registered for a training session, workshop or course who do not attend the training or orientation and do not submit a cancellation to the RLC education team)

· Participants who have already received course materials such as e-learning keys or manuals.

In the event that a course is cancelled by the Regional Learning Centre, registrants who have already received course materials (e-learning keys/access) are not eligible to receive a refund, but can use the fees towards the same session in the future within one year of the cancelled course. All other paid registrants will have the option to receive a full refund, including Eventbrite fees or use the fees towards a future session. Fees must be used within one year of the cancelled course date.