2008 - 2009 Educational Programs

 

Postgraduate Education & Training Series

This Series provides an in-depth view of Bowen family systems theory. Trainees study, discuss and apply major theoretical concepts to their personal and professional functioning. The Series is for postgraduate individuals of all professional backgrounds. Monthly classes include lectures, video discussion and consultation. The Series includes the Heartland Conference and Open Classroom. See Program Details and Application Information

Heartland Conference: “Theoretical and Clinical Importance of the Unidisease Concept”

The Heartland Conference is an annual conference focusing on the theoretical concepts and applications of Bowen family systems theory. Michael Kerr, M.D., Director of the Bowen Center for the Study of the Family and other guest presenters are invited to present their current work and thinking about the functioning of natural systems. Online registration for this January conference will be available in the Fall at: www.kcfamilysystems.com.

Open Classroom

Open Classroom is the last Education & Training Series class of the academic year. It is open to individuals who have a serious interest in an ongoing study of the theory. This full day workshop features Dan Papero, Ph.D., senior faculty member, the Bowen Center for the Study of the Family. Online registration and details for this May conference available in the Spring at: www.kcfamilysystems.com.

Annual 2008-2009 Video Series

A monthly video series, “Schizophrenia, Diagnosis is not Destiny” from the Spring Conference sponsored by the Bowen Center in April, 2008. Videos will be shown on the second Friday of the month. Margaret Otto will lead the discussion following the tapes. CEU’s are available.

Live Monthly Webcast Lectures
with Michael Kerr, M.D.

Monthly, 90 minute live lectures, broadcasting from Washington, D.C. with Michael Kerr, M.D.. On Mondays, various teaching topics are presented and live discussion follows. Designed primarily for helping professionals. Limited seating. CEU’s available. Call for more information: Margaret Otto, (816) 436-1721 Ext. #4

Clinical Consultation Group

Individual group members apply the theory to clinical cases and work systems. Faculty facilitator presents theoretical concepts from Bowen Theory. Times to be arranged. Call: Margaret Otto, 816-436-1721 ext. #4. Other consultation groups can be arranged for specific professional groups, i.e. clergy, business, etc. .

Postgraduate Seminar

The Postgraduate Seminar provides a forum for presentations and theoretical discussion on Bowen family systems theory. Participants are individuals who have provided programs in the community for several years, conducted ongoing research, written theoretical papers and/or participated in the Special Postgraduate Program at the Bowen Center in Washington, D.C. for three or more years. For more information, contact Kathy Riordan, 816-436-1721 Ext. #3

Video Library

The K.C. Center has a collection of Bowen family systems theory videos, DVDs and audio tapes. Individuals are welcome to view catalogued materials at the Center office and make arrangements for viewing. A small donation is requested.