Credit Guidelines

Overview

The ultimate goal of continuing education in health-related fields is improved healthcare of the patient. Therefore, continuing education programs should augment and enrich the technologist's initial education and enable him or her to function more effectively in the vascular laboratory setting.

Program Objectives

A successful CME program is organized with specific purposes and objectives in mind. From the earliest planning stages to the day of the presentation, these program objectives must be focused on providing participants with effective continuing education.

Suggested objectives to keep in mind when planning a SVU-CME program are:

1. to provide an opportunity for professional enrichment and development of the technologist's skills;
2. to introduce or expand specific skills and techniques relevant to the field of noninvasive vascular technology; and
3. to disseminate new knowledge and provide an open forum for discussion.

When stating objectives, be sure to state what the participant will be able to do at the conclusion of the program; for example,

• List the following…
• Utilize a new technique
• Describe…
• Introduce...
• Discuss…
• Review...
• Define...
• Summarize…
• Identify…
• Explain...

While a short meeting or symposium may not encompass all of the above objectives, it is crucial that at least one specific objective be kept in mind when planning a program. Sample SVU-CME Applications are available for program directors to review when planning a program. These sample applications may be useful in organizing your meeting and completing your application. In general, the sample CME applications provide essential ideas for developing an effective continuing education program. These sample SVU-CME applications may be obtained by contacting the SVU office.

Sample SVU-CME Applications are available for program directors to review when planning a program. These sample applications may be useful in organizing your meeting and completing your application. In general, the sample CME applications provide essential ideas for developing an effective continuing education programs. These sample SVU-CME applications may be obtained by contacting the SVU office.