Competency-Based Education in the Health Professions

The 2023 Innovation Summit for Health Professions Education will highlight competency-based education for healthcare learners across the continuum through professional and post-professional education. Presentations and discussions will focus on implementing and assessing competency-based learning and assessment and how competency-based education can influence patient outcomes and societal health. Current and future research in competency-based education and learning outcomes will be addressed.

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A National Conference Designed For

Health professions faculty and professional staff, physicians, physician assistants, nurses, occupational therapists, occupational therapy assistants, physical therapists, physical therapist assistants, speech language pathologists, behavioral heath professionals, counselors, marriage and family therapists, residents, fellows and students interested in academia.

Keynote Speaker

H. Carrie Chen, MD, PhD
Senior Associate Dean of Assessment and Educational Scholarship, Professor of Pediatrics
Georgetown University School of Medicine

Featured Speakers

Cody Sasek, PhD, PA-C
Program Director of the Doctor of Medical Science Bridge Program, Butler University

James Smith, MD
Professor, School of Medicine, Creighton University

Jean Fitzpatrick, PT, PhD
Director, Programs in Physical Therapy, Assistant Dean, Vagelos College of Physicians & Surgeons

Featured Panelists

Peggy Barco, OTD, OTR/L
Professor of Occupational Therapy and Medicine, Washington University

Sandra Cassady, PhD
President, Rockhurst University

Susan Corbridge, PhD, APRN, FAANP, FCCP, FAAN
Chief Essentials Program Officer, American Association of Colleges of Nursing

William E. Cullinan, PhD, PT
Dean, College of Health Sciences, Marquette University

Randy Danielsen, PhD, DHL(h), PA-C Emeritus, DFAAPA
Professor & Director, Doctor of Medical Science Program, A. T. Still University

Mardell Wilson, EdD, RDN, FNAP
Provost, Creighton University

Catherine Witt, PhD, APRN
Dean, Loretto Heights School of Nursing, Regis University

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2:20 p.m.
Break

2:30 p.m.
Featured Speaker: Competency-based Medical Education: Professional and Personal Perspectives
James Smith, Jr., MD, DBE, FACOG
Professor, Department of Medical Education and Medical Humanities
Creighton University

3:30 p.m.
Closing Remarks
Lou Jensen, OTD, OTR/L
Associate Professor, Department of Occupational Therapy
Creighton University

3:40 p.m.
Friday Session Concludes

To view the full oral, poster presentation, and breakout session schedule CLICK HERE.

Education Credit

Category 1
Creighton University Health Sciences Continuing Education designates this live activity for a maximum of 11.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM. Physicians should claim only credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

AAPA accepts AMA category 1 credit for the PRA from organizations accredited by ACCME.

Nurse CE
Creighton University Health Sciences Continuing Education designates this activity for 11.25 contact hours for nurses.  Nurses should claim only credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Physical Therapy
The Board of Physical Therapy Practice does not pre-approve continuing education course offerings but will accept a continuing education activity when they are planned and conducted for physical therapists and the continuing education activity relates to the practice of Physical Therapy.  Each professional is responsible for their own certification.

Occupational Therapy
The Board of Occupational Therapy Practice does not pre-approve continuing education course offerings,but will accept a continuing education activity when they are planned and conducted for occupational therapists and the continuing education activity relates to the practice of Occupational Therapy.  Each professional is responsible for their own certification.

Accreditation Statement

In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by Creighton University Health Sciences Continuing Education, Marquette University, Regis University, and Rockhurst University. Creighton University Health Sciences Continuing Education is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

Registration

Regular registration: $125
Jesuit university faculty/staff: $75
Residents, fellows and full-time students: $50

Refund Policy

Continuing education and professional development courses may be cancelled by the attendee in writing up to 7 days before the course begins for a full refund, less a $25 processing fee. No refund will be given 7 days prior to the course. Some courses are not eligible for a refund; these exceptions are noted in specific course descriptions. If a course is cancelled by the University for non-weather related issues, the student will be notified and a full refund will be processed. In the event of a weather related closure, the course will be rescheduled.