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Academy of Correctional Health Professionals Newsletter
Volume 3, Issue 2
October 2009
Table of Contents
National CHP Week
Academy Events at NCCHC
New Issue of JCHC
Volunteers Needed
National CHP Week: October 18-24
chp pinCorrectional health professionals provide health care in many of the most challenging environments across the country, including adult jails and prisons, juvenile detention centers and a variety of alternative correctional environments. In recognition of their contributions, the Academy of Correctional Health Professionals proclaims October 18-24, 2009, as National Correctional Health Professionals Week.
Academy Events Take Center Stage at National Conference
09NC squareMake the most of your membership by participating in these activities planned by and for Academy members.
  • Welcome Reception
  • Exhibition
  • Roundtable Discussion Groups
  • Seventh Annual Academy Day
  • Annual Membership Meeting
  • Annual Board & Committee Meetings
New Issue of JCHC
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On its way to you now is Volume 15, Issue 4. This issue features seven articles, covering a variety of topics. Each provides a unique perspective of correctional health and the challenges and implications for correctional and community health care providers during these times of increasing demands and economic constraints.

Continuing education credits for CCHPs, nurses, physicians and psychologists are available through a self-study exam.
 
The JCHC is available free exclusively to Academy members at http://jchc.sagepub.com. Instructions for accessing the JCHC online are always available at the resources section of our Web site.
Volunteers Needed
Participating on a committee is one of the best opportunities to become more involved in the Academy.
 
We are currently seeking volunteers to serve on committees for the coming year.
 
Volunteer Today!
2010 Exam Calendar

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February 20
Regional sites

March 11
Portland, OR
 
April 25
Nashville, TN
 
July 11
Boston, MA
 
August 21
Regional sites

October 10
Las Vegas