Q: Are these "international" CE's?
A: No. All speakers/presenters are licensed in the U.S. and CEs are sponsored by an approved American Psychological Association (APA) sponsor for continuing education.
Q: Are there CE's for Marriage & Family Therapists, Social Workers, Mental Health Counselors, and/or Clinical Professional Counselors?
A: Many State licensing boards (e.g., California & Nevada MFT Boards) accept CEs that are APA approved. However, it is up to the clinician to contact their board and verify that they accept APA approved CEs.
Q: Do you accept payment plans for registration?
A: Yes. We have payment plans (2 payments) for early bird and regular registration fees.
Q: Does the registration fee include travel?
A: No. You are responsible for booking your resort stay and travel. We have partnered with Unlimited Escapes Travel for your booking needs, whether you just need to book the resort and/or flights. Payment plans are available for travel plans.
Q: What are the payment plans for travel?
A: There is a $300 deposit per person required, and the remainder can be paid in payments. Prices vary depending on where you are flying from. However, payment plans are available. Packages all inclusive (i.e., including food, meals, beverages (cocktails included), flights, and hotel transfers. We recommend booking as soon as possible to take advantage of payment plan options.
Q: I have travel credits, can I use them and just booked the resort through the travel agency?
A: Yes. Just let them know to add you to our room block to ensure you get the reserved rates.
Q: Can I bring my friends, partner, family?
A: Yes. You/They can book with Unlimited Escapes to ensure you are on the same flight and in the same room if applicable.
Q: Can I stay a few extra days before or after the conference is over for sightseeing?
A: Yes. You can modify the travel dates when booking. Many folx are likely staying an extra couple of days to ensure they can fully enjoy the resort and local sights.
Q: Are the travel and registration costs tax deductible?
A: Yes if you own your own business, this can be expensed under professional development and travel.
Q: Can non BIPOC Allies attend the conference?
A: Yes. However, this conference is BIPOC focused and is will remain a safe space for BIPOC. Agreements will be discussed at the onset of each workshop and at the onset of the conference to ensure that BIPOC are amplified and safe. This is not a place or space to extract BIPOC knowledge, appropriate BIPOC healing practices, or engage in other colonial behavior.
Q: Are there refunds on the conference registration?
A: Refunds can only be obtained in writing and according to our grievance policy (e.g., no refunds 30 days from the event). Please visit https://www.innovationbhs.com/complaint-process
Q: Are there refunds on travel?
A: Please direct all travel related questions to Jayna Davison with Unlimited Escapes Travel 702-793-0476.