APPIC Community Events!
In line with APPIC’s mission to facilitate access, foster development, and support implementation of quality education and training in Health Service Psychology, we are pleased to let you know about some upcoming APPIC Community initiatives. Please see our FAQ below for more information or reach out to us at appic@appic.org.
In October, we are offering the following scheduled events:
Community Calls
Community calls are delivered in a ‘webinar style’ format where APPIC members who join are primarily learning from the speakers, though discussion and questions are encouraged. No pre-registration required.
Date & Time: Wednesday, October 9th 1-2pm CST
Topic: Consideration of Individual Factors in Applicant Selection
Host: APPIC DEI Committee
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84652994638?pwd=r5MoNrHCDhNsrsH7dYLhLa42ykf3jW.1
Meeting ID: 846 5299 4638 Passcode: 993523
Date & Time: Wednesday October 23rd 12-1pm CST
Topic: Using NMS Interview Schedule
Hosts: Dr. Greg Keilin with special guests National Match Services Inc.
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88307837391?pwd=r7wNY6uydSUlbHqIkLURqBnaQEK9f8.1
Meeting ID: 883 0783 7391 Passcode: 768727
Date & Time: Friday, October 25th 2-3pm CST
Topic: Top 10 Tips for Navigating the AAPI (Application Review)
Host: Dr. Kimberly Hill and Dr. Natasha Maynard-Pembina
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82212058061?pwd=Pu3VlZKPwvMHOJCQ9EcqBSacDHizrD.1
Meeting ID: 822 1205 8061 Passcode: 411664
Informal Problem Consultation
Informal Problem Consultation Calls are intended to broaden access and availability for discussion. Informal Problem Consultation attendance requires pre-registration, and the link will only be sent to APPIC Members who have registered for the call and are planning on engaging with the APPIC Board representatives for the purposes of asking questions or seeking guidance on a problem. It is the expectation of those who are joining the IPC Drop in Calls to actively participate and engage during this call with cameras on. Registration is required, and if you register, the expectation is that you will be bringing forward a consultation question. The space is intended to be a safe space and the nature of any conversations will be kept confidential by attendees.
Thursday, October 10th: 1-2pm CST
Must Register Here by October 3rd:
New Training Director Mentorship Drop In
These calls are for Training Directors who have been in their roles 3 years or less and who are still learning the ropes of being a Training Director. Experienced mentors who have been in their roles as Training Directors of Internship and Postdoctoral programs will be available each month to answer questions, or share about their own processes for operationalizing aspects of the training program. If you have a topic in mind, or are seeking help for a specific issue that you want to be sure will be discussed during the call, please email the host for that month so they can be sure to include it on the agenda. No pre-registration is required.
Date & Time: Tuesday, October 15th: 1-2pm CST
Host: Dr. Shona Vas
Email for Host: svas@bsd.uchicago.edu https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86490515167?pwd=d7pxCOBxbP2vbJq6bgILxb0aWxaF3L.1
Meeting ID: 864 9051 5167 Passcode: 708118
Coming Up in November.....
New Training Director Drop In Mentorship
Date & Time: Thursday, November 7th: 11am-12noon CST
Host: Dr. Sara Hagstrom
Email for Host: Sara.Hagstrom@tbh.net https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83759037366?pwd=9aO69h9UbwPqorDD6dRm5Mo6ArKRWW.1
Meeting ID: 837 5903 7366 Passcode: 594835
APPIC Information Problem Consultation Meeting:
Date & Time: Thursday November 7th, 1-2pm CST (Must register by October 31st)
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUscO-srjMpH9NtTtgIJfFpDVe4LNxkU3gQ
Date & Time: Wednesday November 20th 12-1pm CST
Topic: Top 10 Tips for Navigating the APPA (Application Review)
Hosts: Dr. Natasha Maynard-Pemba & Dr. Amy Silberbogen https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88698120244?pwd=bygGcA1MWJYqk8KQ2aRDRJPvKtR5yd.1
Meeting ID: 886 9812 0244 Passcode: 835821
APPIC Mentorship and Community FAQ
Q: What happens in a community call?
- Community Calls reflect topics that impact a large proportion of APPIC membership, are often delivered at a time that member programs are navigating annual processes or events related to those tasks and will share information that will assist member programs in managing their internship and post-doctoral training programs.
Q: What is the format of the three different types of calls?
- The format of the calls:
- Community calls are delivered in a ‘webinar style’ format where APPIC members who join are primarily learning from the speakers, though discussion and questions are encouraged.
- Informal Problem Consultation Drop In requires pre-registration, and the link will only be sent to APPIC Members who have registered for the call and are planning on engaging with the APPIC Board representatives for the purposes of asking questions or seeking guidance on a problem. It is the expectation of those who are joining the IPC Drop in Calls to actively participate with cameras on and engage during this call.
- The New Training Director Mentorship Calls are open to all New Training Directors who have been in the role 3 years or less and are staffed by experienced APPIC Board Members and/or Experienced Training Directors who are part of the APPIC Membership Community.
Q: Should I have my camera on during any of these calls?
- Yes! We expect that individuals who join the calls are seeking to build community and connect with other TDs. As such, being able to see each other facilitates these relationships. We also recognize that there may be times when this is not possible or when you need a screen break.
Q: What is the purpose of holding an Informal Problem Consultation call?
- Member programs are dynamic, ever evolving, and managing complex relationships and structures. The APPIC Board is aware that member programs may be grappling with situations over the course of the training year that they would wish for more guidance or insights from experienced training directors. In addition, many questions or consultation requests are similar in nature and the APPIC board felt it would be helpful to hold monthly Informal Problem Consultation Drop-In sessions to broaden access and availability for discussion. Training Directors may also be unsure of where to find information or resources or have a question about how to operationalize a specific APPIC policy.
Q: Does the Informal Problem Consultation Monthly Call replace the one-to-one Informal Problem Consultation service?
- No. APPIC will continue to offer the structured process for accessing individualized one to one Informal Problem Consultation which can be accessed through our website appic.org where the form to fill out is located on the “Problem Consultation” page.
Q: What types of situations might a Training Director bring up during an Informal Problem Consultation call
- Training Directors may be dealing with all kinds of situations that they wish some support or for an outside perspective but do not feel the need to request a more formalized one to one meeting. These could include, but are not limited to, unusual requests from trainees, how to support trainees struggling with learning in a particular area, what to do when they are experiencing challenges with managing supervisors, etc. If you have a topic in mind, or are seeking help for a specific issue that you want to be sure will be discussed during the call, please email the host for the session you are planning on attending (their email is included in the details for that month) so we can be sure to include it on the agenda.
Q: Who should attend the New Training Director Mentorship Calls?
- These calls are targeted for Training Directors who have been in their roles for three years or less and are still learning the intricacies of the role of a Training Director. Being a TD may be a lonely experience as you are the only person in your organization in the role. The APPIC Board is committed to fostering a sense of community among TDs of APPIC Member programs by creating opportunities for connection and learning. . Experienced mentors who have been in their roles as Training Directors of Internship and Postdoctoral programs will be available each month to answer questions, or share about their own processes for operationalizing aspects of the training program. If you have a topic in mind, or are seeking help for a specific issue that you want to be sure will be discussed during the call, please email the host for that month so they can be sure to include it on the agenda.