With a new publisher in 2021, NCCHC’s peer-reviewed professional journal is growing, improving, and reaching out to the correctional health care field to better serve its needs. Attend this session to learn what’s new and how you can get involved. In this talk, JCHC’s editor will review its historical context; describe the periodical’s mission, target audience, and content areas; outline the key steps in developing and writing a manuscript; and explain the peer review, acceptance, and publication processes.

Educational Objectives:

Describe the Journal, including its mission, audience, and content

Identify key steps in developing and publishing a manuscript

Explain the importance and process of peer review

Level: Basic