Welcome Attendees!
Where It All Happens
All APPA workshops, intensive sessions, resource expo and receptions will take place at the Embassy Suites located on the Kingston Plantation, 9800 Queensway Blvd., Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, 29572. The general sessions will take place in the Brighton Tower located on the Kingston property.
Registration Listing
- Registration listing by state >>Updated February 2nd
- Registration listing by last name >>Updated February 2nd
How You Will Benefit!
- Learn fresh, new ideas from well-known, national experts.
- Experience innovative programming from all across the nation.
- Participate in stimulating discussions with your peers.
- Enhance your current abilities and qualifications.
- Discover "what works" from professionals in the field.
- Network with your peers and learn from their diverse experience.
- View and compare the newest correctional products, technologies and services.
- Increase your current program's effectiveness.
- Take part in exciting and fun social events.
Who Should Attend?
This Institute is not to be missed if you are a corrections professional involved in:
- probation
- parole
- juvenile justice
- treatment
- social work
- education or training
- victim services
- residential Programs
- judicial system
- pre- and post-release centers
- restitution
- law enforcement
- public policy development
Institute Orientation
Sunday, February 8 • 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
First time attendees, our friends who travel from outside the United States and all new members or others just interested in learning more about APPA and the Institute are invited to attend an Institute Orientation where you will... more >>
Learn about the Institute's
- Educational workshops and sessions
- Logistics
- Networking and social activities
- Resource exhibit area
Meet
- APPA President and Executive Committee members
- APPA staff
- Other VIP’s and have an opportunity to network
Discover
- Things to do
- Places to visit
Student Registration
Attend a full day of workshops, view the latest criminal justice products and services and network with the experts for just $49. This special student rate allows a full day of admission to the American Probation and Parole Association Winter Training Institute on Tuesday, February 10, 2009. Don’t miss it!
- Meet and learn from experienced professionals active in community corrections, probation, parole, juvenile justice and law enforcement.
- Bridge the link between theoretical discussions and practical applications when you discover “what works” from professionals in the field.
- Increase your exposure to issues and trends in criminal and juvenile justice.
- Gain information about future career opportunities.
APPA Accredited Training Contact Hours!
All APPA Institute workshops have been approved by the APPA Training Accreditation Committee for 1.5 contact hours. Workshops have also been accredited by the National Association of Alcohol and Drug Addiction Counselors.
If you need verification of your attendance at Institute workshops, check the Contact Hour section on the Institute Registration Form. You will receive an attendance verification form and specific instructions at registration. Please note only paid Institute registrants are eligible to receive the Certificate of Verification. A $10 processing fee will apply.
Why are contact hours valuable?
- Ensures workshop training/learning objectives
- Provides official verification of attendance at Institute workshops
- Meets professional licensing requirements
APPA Membership Meeting
Wednesday, February 11 • 8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Become more involved in your association. Vote on proposed position
statements, learn about committee opportunities and more! All Institute
attendees are encouraged to attend this meeting.
APPA Committee Meetings
Saturday, February 7 through Tuesday, February 10
Did you know that APPA has over 20 committees seeking your participation?
Most committees will meet on Saturday, February 7 or Sunday, February 8 and are
open to all members. Plan to arrive early to get involved in your association.