Arkansas Schizophrenia Conference

Friday, September 27, 2024, 7:30 AM - 3:30 PM CST, Little Rock, AR

This activity promotes active learning through: 1. Expert presentations featuring the latest research and treatment strategies 2. A powerful first-person account by Elyn Saks, an individual living with schizophrenia 3. A panel discussion with family members of people with schizophrenia 4. Q&A sessions after each presentation to encourage participant engagement 5. Opportunities for attendees to share experiences and best practices.

AMA Credit Designation Statement
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences designates this live activity for a maximum of 4.5 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditsTM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

ACPE Credit Designation Statement
These knowledge-based activities will provide pharmacists up to 4.5 contact hours or 0.45 CEU.  CE credit information, based on verification of live attendance and completion of the program evaluation, will be provided to NABP within 60 days after the activity completion. 

ANCC Credit Designation Statement
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences designates this live activity for a maximum of 4.5 ANCC contact hours.  Nursing contact hours will be awarded for successful completion of program components based upon documented attendance and completion of evaluation materials.

AAPA Credit Designation Statement
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences has been authorized by the American Academy of PAs (AAPA) to award AAPA Category 1 CME credit for activities planned in accordance with AAPA CME Criteria. This activity is designated for 4.5 AAPA Category 1 CME credits. PAs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation.

1. Implement evidence-based strategies from the NAVIGATE program to improve outcomes for patients with first-episode psychosis.
2. Develop personalized treatment plans that integrate both pharmacological and psychosocial interventions for individuals with schizophrenia.
3. Evaluate and address physical health comorbidities in schizophrenia patients using appropriate screening tools and interventions.

AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (4.50 hours), AAPA - American Academy of PAs Category 1 CME (4.50 hours), ACPE - Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (4.50 hours), ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center (4.50 hours), Non-Physician AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (4.50 hours)

In support of improving patient care, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences 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.

Mitigation of Relevant Financial Relationships

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Office of Continuing Education adheres to the ACCME’s Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education. Any individuals in a position to control the content of a CE activity, including faculty, planners, reviewers or others are required to disclose all relevant financial relationships with ineligible entities (commercial interests). All relevant conflicts of interest have been mitigated prior to the commencement of the activity.