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2025 IPA Annual Convention: Networking & Continuing Education for Psychologists
Founded in 1947, we serve as the premier professional organization for psychologists across Illinois. Our mission focuses on advancing psychological science, promoting ethical practice, and supporting professional development through high-quality continuing education programs. With decades of collective experience, our leadership team collaborates with industry experts to deliver impactful conventions featuring APA-approved CE credits, ethics training, and cultural competence workshops.We maintain rigorous standards for program development, ensuring all content aligns with current psychological research and practice guidelines while fostering meaningful professional connections through in-person and virtual formats.
Services
Annual Convention
Continuing Education
Ethics Workshops
Diversity Training
Networking Events
Details
- Year established: 1947
Highlights and features
- Offering 28.5 APA-approved continuing education credits at annual convention
- Specialized ethics training meeting state licensure requirements
- AI ethics workshops addressing modern psychological practice challenges
- Culturally responsive care programs developed by field experts
- Hybrid event format with in-person and virtual participation options
Associations and certifications
- American Psychological Association
Services
Annual Convention
Our annual convention connects psychologists through workshops, networking, and continuing education. Attendees access 28.5 CE hours including ethics and diversity training. The event features expert-led sessions on emerging topics like AI ethics in psychological practice.
Continuing Education
APA-approved continuing education programs meet state licensure requirements. Courses cover ethics, telehealth, dementia care, and cultural competence. Participants earn credits through in-person attendance or virtual formats with flexible scheduling options.
Ethics Workshops
Specialized workshops address ethical challenges in modern psychology practice. Topics include AI integration, social media boundaries, and professional trust preservation. Case studies demonstrate practical applications of ethical guidelines for practicing psychologists.
Diversity Training
Culturally responsive care training enhances competence in working with diverse populations. Current programs focus on Muslim patient care, Islamophobia mitigation, and intersectional identity considerations in clinical practice settings.
Networking Events
Face-to-face networking opportunities include exhibitor visits, student poster sessions, and presidential receptions. These events foster professional relationships and knowledge exchange between established practitioners and emerging professionals in psychology.
People
Kristina Pecora
2025 Convention Chair
Licensed psychologist with extensive conference planning experience. Leads annual convention organization ensuring educational value and professional networking opportunities for Illinois psychologists.
Susan Zoline
Ethics Committee Co-Chair
Experienced ethics committee member specializing in AI integration challenges. Develops training programs addressing modern ethical dilemmas in psychological practice and record keeping.
Ammara Khalid
Workshop Moderator
Clinical psychologist with expertise in cultural competence. Moderates diversity training sessions focusing on Muslim patient care and systemic bias mitigation in mental health treatment.
Questions
How do I register for the 2025 Annual Convention?
Registration details are available on our website. Visit the 'Convention Registration' section for pricing options and event details.
What CE credits will be available at the convention?
Attendees can earn 28.5 total CE hours including 12 APA-approved credits, 3 ethics hours, 1.5 diversity hours, and dementia training.
Are virtual attendance options available?
Yes, all 24 CE hours can be completed virtually or in-person through our hybrid event format.
What special programs are featured this year?
Featured programs include AI ethics discussions, cultural competence workshops, and sexual harassment prevention training with expert panelists.
How does the Presidents Reception benefit attendees?
The Presidents Reception offers informal networking with colleagues, exhibitors, and psychology leaders in a relaxed social setting.
