Building Bridges Across the Laboratory Community: Collaboration in Action
ASCP is proud to continue the Building Bridges Across the Laboratory Community webinar series. This virtual laboratory capacity building series explores practical strategies for strengthening connections with diverse laboratory stakeholders through effective communication.
This fourth session, Collaboration in Action, will spotlight the work of the MPHLW Coalition and the COLA Workforce Action Alliance, emphasizing practical strategies for strengthening inter‑organizational communication and building effective partnerships across the laboratory community. Speakers will share forward‑looking practices and real‑world insights designed to help laboratory professionals strengthen collaboration, enhance operational performance, and drive meaningful workforce advancement throughout the field.
Live attendance at this webinar will be eligible for 1.5 CMLE credits (available for claiming up to 1-month following the webinar date).
Credit Designation Statement
ASCP designates this activity for a maximum of 1.5 CMLE credit. This activity meets CMP and state re-licensure requirements for laboratory personnel.
Method of ParticipationTo complete the activity and receive credit, the participant must attend the live webinar activity. CMLE certificates will be provided online.
Faculty/Authors
Kathleen Street, MS, PMP, CMLF (APHL) Senior Manager of Leadership Development Programs | Association of Public Health Laboratories (APHL)
Kathy Nucifora, MPH, MLS (ASCP) Chief Operating Officer | Commission on Laboratory Accreditation (COLA).
Nicole Jackson, PMP Senior Specialist, CPHM Programs | American Society for Microbiology (ASM)
Physician Competencies: Patient Care, Medical Knowledge, Practice-Based Learning and Improvement
CMLE Credit: 1.5Estimated Completion Time: 1.5 hourFormat: Online educational activity
Instructions
To claim CMLE credit for the exercise, do the following:
Upon completion of this activity, you will be able to:
Use effective communication strategies to strengthen engagement and elevate the laboratory’s visibility.
Gain the ability to clearly convey the lab’s value and professional identity to diverse stakeholders.
Develop collaborative and advocacy-focused communications skills that support patients, colleagues, and policymakers.