What should we expect when completing the Performance-in-Practice part of Initial Accreditation with the ACCME?
Initial applicants need to verify that their CME activities comply with all ACCME accreditation requirements and, as such, you'll need to present evidence from at least two recently completed (within the last 24 months) educational activities. You'll then use PARS to enter data about each activity and then follow the structured abstract to submit relevant evidence. Finally, you'll provide requested information including explanations, statements, tables, and other evidence.
The complete initial accreditation process for the ACCME can be found here.
How important is the self-study report when it comes to initial ACCME accreditation?
Very important! The self-study report, as described by the ACCME, is "an opportunity for you to tell the 'story' of your CME program to the ACCME and provide background information on how your organization accomplishes its CME mission". You'll need to provide attachments, examples, and descriptions to paint a complete picture of your organization's CME practice.
The complete initial accreditation process for the ACCME can be found here.
