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Registration Details
Conference Registration
The conference registration fee includes conference materials, all plenary and workshop sessions, and all meal functions. Additional rates may apply for optional activities as detailed below.
One-Day Registration
The one-day registration fee only includes participation for the day specified. Additional rates may apply for optional activities as detailed below.
Registration Fees
Full Conference Early Registration (ends January 31)
CWLA Member – $550
Non-Member – $595
15% Discount Rate for 5 or More*
CWLA Member – $468
Non-Member– $506
Full Conference Regular Registration (begins February 1)
CWLA Member – $595
Non-Member – $695
15% Discount Rate for 5 or More*
CWLA Member – $506
Non-Member– $591
*Registrations must be completed at the same time as a group for the “15% for 5 or More” discount to apply and is only applicable for new Full Conference Registrations. It does not apply to special rates detailed below and is not applicable with any other discount. Contact 2015NationalConference@cwla.org to obtain a discount code or assistance with a group registration.
One-Day - Monday Only – $295
One-Day - Tuesday Only – $295
One-Day - Wednesday Only – $200
Presenter – $325
Resource Parent (Foster/Adoptive/Kinship) – $395
Student – $395
Optional Trainings:
Supervising for Success: Achieving Goals through Others
Training Fee:
With Conference Registration – $250
Without Conference Registration – $425
The Next Generation of Pre-Service Training and Mutual Assessment — Foster PRIDE/Adopt PRIDE Goes Online: A Partnership between CWLA and Foster Parent College
Training Fee:
With Conference Registration – $325
Without Conference Registration – $475
CWLA member agencies receive the best conference rates! If you’re interested in becoming a CWLA member, please contact MemberServices@cwla.org.
Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
Continuing Education Units (CEUs) will be available at the conference. CEU credit hours are provided through the NASW - Washington State Chapter or California Board of Behavioral Sciences. (Please note: To participate in the conference CEUs, attendees must sign-in with the conference registration desk and submit session evaluations to receive credit.)
CEUs Fees: CWLA Members – $35 Non-Members – $50
Registration Instructions
Complete a separate online registration for each person attending the conference. All registrations must be paid in advance of the conference by check, credit card, or signed purchase order authorizing conference registration payment. Onsite registrations must be accompanied by a check or credit card.
Discounts: To receive discounted member registration rates, member agencies’ dues must be paid to date. Multiple registrations must be completed at the same time for the “5 or More” discount to apply. Contact 2015NationalConference@cwla.org to obtain a discount code.
All payments are due by April 13, 2015. Mail checks payable to CWLA with a copy of your registration confirmation to CWLA, P.O. Box 75171, Baltimore, MD 21275-5171. Purchase orders will be accepted for pre-registration, but your organization’s check must be received by CWLA on or before April 13, 2015, otherwise you will be required to provide another form of payment onsite. We encourage you to make sure payment has been received by CWLA prior to arriving at the conference to avoid an inconvenience onsite. Please be sure to submit documentation to your agency early enough to ensure that CWLA receives payment before the conference.
To be eligible for the “early” registration rate, your payment or purchase order must be received in the CWLA office by December 31, 2014.
Your registration confirmation is summarized once you complete your registration online. You will also receive an e-mail confirmation sent to the e-mail address provided. We encourage you to print a copy of your registration for your records.
Any and all liability of the Child Welfare League of America (CWLA) with respect to registration, reservations, cancellations, changes in the location or content of the program, and refunds is limited to a sum no greater than the registration fee paid. Under no circumstances shall CWLA be liable for incidental or consequential damages of any kind, including, but not limited to, the cost of transportation or lodging. Submission of registration and payment constitutes acceptance of the terms and conditions herein.
Cancellation Policy: Written cancellations received by e-mail to 2015NationalConference@cwla.org on or before 5:00 p.m. (EST) on Friday, April 3, 2015 are entitled to a full refund, less a $75 processing fee. After April 3rd, no refunds will be given and no exceptions will be made. No-shows will be invoiced for payment of the full registration.
Substitutions: If you are not able to attend, you may send a substitute from your agency, but CWLA must be notified in advance by e-mail at 2015NationalConference@cwla.org.
No hotel charges are included in the registration fee. Hotel reservations must be made directly with the Crystal Gateway Marriott. Call 1-877-212-5752 or access our discounted room block at Marriott Reservations. Additional details are available at Hotel & Information.
CWLA reserves the right to cancel any session at any time.
CWLA or its contractors may photograph or videotape sessions and events at the conference. By attending CWLA’s national conference, attendees understand and agree to allow their images to be used by CWLA in its publications, on its website, and in marketing or promotional materials. Photo images may also be shared with the media. Attendance at the meeting waives CWLA from liability resulting from these uses. If you are accompanying a minor that cannot be photographed, please inform the conference registration desk at check-in.