Considerations for SARS-CoV-2 Genomic Surveillance
This course contains the webinar, a handout, and continuing education credit (CME and CMLE)
Description:
This webinar will explore the findings of a multidisciplinary workgroup focused on NGS methods for SARS-CoV-2 genomic surveillance. It will cover standard concepts, best practices, and practical insights from evidence-based review and discussions. Learn about considerations and challenges related to the implementation of NGS for viral surveillance. Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable knowledge from experts in the field.
Learning Objectives:
- Explore strategies and challenges for surveillance systems for SARS-CoV-2 and other pathogens.
- Describe best practices, limitations, variability, and potential impacts on sequencing data.
- Foster an understanding of data sharing and interpretation among medical and public health professionals.
Speaker
Julie W Hirschhorn, PhD HCLD(ABB)
Geisinger Medical Center
Moderator
Heather M Blankenship, PhD HCLD(ABB)
Michigan Department of Health and Human Services
Duration: 1 Hour
Level of Instruction: Basic, Intermediate
Live Webinar: May 22, 2025
Date Recorded: April 8, 2025
Planned and coordinated by the Clinical Practice Committee and Training and Education Committee
Continuing Education Credit Information
CME credit: 1.0
CMLE credit: 1.0
Last day to claim credit: March 20, 2028
Accreditation Statements
AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™
This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the Essential Areas and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education through the joint providership of American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) and Association for Molecular Pathology (AMP). The American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
The ASCP designates this enduring material for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
CMLE
This continuing medical laboratory education activity is recognized by the American Society for Clinical Pathology for 1.0 hours of CMLE credit. ASCP CMLE credit hours are acceptable for the ASCP Board of Certification (BOC) Certification Maintenance Program (CMP). CMLE credit hours meet the continuing education requirements for the ASCP Board of Certification Credential Maintenance Program (CMP) and state relicensure requirements for laboratory personnel. Participants should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Note: Members of AMP can access this webinar at no cost. Join the AMP Family!
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