This program is expected to provide 14 continuing education hours through ACCME, ANCC, APA, and NCCHC. It will provide 20 points toward AJA certification programs. Please check back for more information when the program is announced.
This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint providership of NCCHC and American Jail Association. NCCHC is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
This program is expected to provide 14 continuing education hours through ACCME, ANCC, APA, NASW, and NCCHC. It will provide 20 points toward AJA certification programs.
CCHPs: Certified Correctional Health Professionals may earn up to 14 contact hours of Category I continuing education for recertification.
Nurses: The National Commission on Correctional Health Care is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. NCCHC designates this educational activity for a maximum of 14 contact hours. Nurses must attend the entire session for any session where they wish to receive credit.
Nurse Practitioners: AANP and many states accept ANCC, ACCME or general CE certificates. Please check with your state's requirements.
PA: Many states and the AAPA accept ACCME certificates. Please check with your state's requirements.
Physicians: The National Commission on Correctional Health Care is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
NCCHC designates this Other activity (live + enduring material) for a maximum of 14 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Psychologists: The National Commission on Correctional Health Care is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. NCCHC maintains responsibility for this program and its content. This educational activity has been approved for up to 14 hours of credit.
General: If your profession is not listed here, you can receive a general continuing education certificate for up to 14 hours.
Learning Objectives
- Identify warning signs associated with in-custody medical and mental health emergencies and demonstrate appropriate early-intervention responses.
- Apply national standards and facility policies to strengthen collaboration among custody, medical, and mental health staff
- Implement harm-reduction strategies to improve in-custody safety and continuity of care.