Professional Development

Accreditation & Designation Statements

In support of improving patient care, the University of Virginia School of Medicine and School of Nursing is jointly 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.

AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™

The University of Virginia School of Medicine and School of Nursing designates these live activities for a maximum of (1-24) AMA PRA Category 1 Credits,TM depending on the event. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Hours of Participation

The University of Virginia School of Medicine and School of Nursing awards 1-24 hours of participation (consistent with the designated number of AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM  or ANCC contact hours), depending on the event, to a participant who successfully completes these educational activities. The University of Virginia School of Medicine and School of Nursing maintains a record of participation for six (6) years.

June 2023

(6/27/23) AEE Education Certificate: Getting Comfortable with Intellectual Streaking

Description/Learning Objectives: There is a long tradition of clinician educators transmitting medical knowledge to learners. While this form of teaching develops learners’ funds of knowledge (what to think), it can…

(6/15/23) Establishing Your Personal Brand: Steps for Building a Successful Web Presence

Description/Learning Objectives: Join Kimberley to learn about the basics of brand-building, and about how these simple steps can lead to a solid web presence that benefits you professionally and personally.…

August 2023

(8/30/23) New Faculty Retreat

New Faculty Retreat Wednesday, August 30, 2023 7:30 noon – 12:30 p.m. Location: Colonnade Club (Pavilion VII)