Introducing the Seeds of Life Series
CONTINUING EDUCATION for HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS
Provider Approved by
the California Board of Registered Nursing,
Provider Number CEP 15002
The Mission of the Seeds of Life Series is to educate healthcare professionals
in their role as advocates for human dignity and quality of care at all stages
of life. Educational objectives are aligned with the USCCB's Ethical
and Religious Directives for Catholic Health Care Services, which can be read
at: http://www.usccb.org/bishops/directives.shtml.
Dear R.N., L.V.N.The CE program has been temporarily suspended
Please visit the website of the National Association of Catholic Nurses, NACN.
The San Francisco Council of the NACN is led by Mary Ann Haeuser, R.N. The website is not yet up but please write us, using our contact page, if you would like to join this Vatican approved organization supportive of Catholic nurses, if you want more information or if you want to contact Mary Ann.
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Past CE Programs
January 31, 2009 KEEPING WOMEN HEALTHY IN THE REPRODUCTIVE YEARS
4 contact hours
This course will provide an evidence-based approach to the link between abortion and breast cancer. The connection between this and other controversies surrounding abortion will be addressed. An Introduction to Natural Procreative Technology will also be presented, using the Creighton Model of Fertility Care System (CrMS). The participants will explore the menstrual and fertility cycles, identifying the corresponding biological health markers. More information
October 11, 2008 OUR BODIES, OUR SOULS
This forum explores the exploitation of women in their reproductive role as well as the progress that has been made in the issue of informed consent. More information
August 9, 2008 HUMANAE VITAE: Cornerstone of the Culture of Life
Culturally conditioned views of human sexuality influence behavior and subsequent health care outcomes. New and emerging reproductive technologies reframe the connection between intercourse and pregnancy, and affect the marital relationship. This seminar is designed to give nurses the understanding of various views of sexuality and how these views profoundly affect sexual health, marital relationships, and the pursuit or avoidance of fertility. More information
April 12, 2008 CULTIVATING THE SEEDS OF LIFE: An Ethical Approach
Biotechnology brings great hope for healthcare but it
must remain attached to an ethical vision. This forum will include an historical
perspective and scientific successes and dilemmas of biotechnical practices
as it relates to the health care professional.
Rev.
Tadeusz Pacholczyk, Director of Education, National Catholic Bioethics
Center, Philadelphia, PA
More information
September 13, 2008 END OF LIFE ISSUES CONFERENCE
5 contact hours
Nurses in community health and inpatient care settings are dealing with end-of-life issues daily. New and emerging technologies reframe the practice of nursing care of the dying patient. Seminar is designed to give nurses the tools and resources to plan appropriate end-of-life patient care. More information
September 23, 2008 URGED ON BY CHIRST: Catholic Health Care in Service to the Human Person
5.5 contact hours
To gain a greater familiarity in the application of the Catholic tradition in healthcare services: with topics including beginning-of-life and end-of-life issues that clinicians and pastoral staff face on a daily basis. More information
September 26-27, 2008 URGED ON BY CHRIST: Catholic Health Care in Service to the Human Person
11.5 contact hours
To gain a greater familiarity in the application of the Catholic tradition in healthcare services: with topics including beginning-of-life and end-of-life issues that clinicians and pastoral staff face on a daily basis. More information
Cancellation Policy for continuing education programs: $10.00 administration fee will be charged for cancellations up to 8 days before the program. No refund for cancellation within 7 days of program. We reserve the right to make changes in faculty and schedule. Request for additional copies of proof of attendance - contact hour certificates will be charged a $10.00 fee.