California Catholic Women's Forum

Introducing the Seeds of Life Series
CONTINUING EDUCATION for HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS

Provider Approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing,
Provider Number CEP 15002


he Mission of the Seeds of Life Series is to educate healthcare professional in their role as advocate for human dignity at all stages of life.

The following are members of the CE Program Planning Committee
Catherine Glynn-Milley, RN, CRNO, CPHQ
Joan MacKay, RNC, CPHQ, CME Coordinator
Suzanne Summers Spence, RN, BA, Secretary and Continuing Education Committee Member
Kathleen O'Connell Sundaram, RN, BSN, Continuing Education Committee Member
John Lewis, MD, Continuing Education Committee Member
Dr. Paul Braaton, MD, Continuing Education Committee Member

For further information contact
Catherine Glynn-Milley, Program Coordinator
glynnmilley@gmail.com | Phone / Fax: 650-941-2185

Upcoming CE Programs

October 11, 2008 OUR BODIES, OUR SOULS

4.25 contact hours

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

Past CE Programs

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

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September 13, 2008 End of Life Issues Conference

5.0 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 Christ: 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.
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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.oo fee.