The purpose of this course is to help participants recognize the characteristics and symptoms of burnout in themselves and in others. By bringing awareness to the signs of burnout, participants will be better able to identify its causes in order to cope effectively and make necessary changes to prevent and overcome burnout. We will discuss the distinction between experiencing stress and burnout, highlighting the severe impact burnout can have both professionally and personally. The course specifically reviews burnout data from the medical field calling attention to burnout contributors and measures that can be taken to increase well-being and job satisfaction.

This course encourages participants to assess their own levels of burnout to gain insight into what their contributing factors may be and what actions can be considered in coping. We will discuss methods in how to prevent and overcome burnout through seeking support and self-care practices. Through understanding the characteristics, causes, impact, prevention tactics and resources related to burnout, our hope is for participants to be equipped with the tools to prevent burnout altogether. 

Faculty/Authors

Lotte Mulder, PhD
Director, Organizational Leadership, ASCP, Chicago IL

Edna Garcia, MPH
Director, Scientific Engagement and Research, ASCP, Washington, DC

Ali Brown, MD, FASCP
Chief Officer of Medical Quality, ASCP, Washington, DC

CME/CMLE Credit: 1.5 
Estimated Completion Time: 1.5 hour
Format: Online Educational Activity and Post Exam

Physician Competencies: Professionalism  

Eligibility for CME/CMLE Credit: Max three attempts. You will have a maximum of three attempts to meet the following criteria:

• Module ≥80% = CME/CMLE credit
• Module <80% = No CME/CMLE credit, after a maximum of three attempts

Accreditation Statement: The American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education (CME) for physicians. This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the Essential Areas and Policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME).

Credit Designation Statement: The American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) designates this journal-based CME activity for a maximum of 1.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Instructions

To claim CME/CMLE credit for the exercise, do the following:

1. Review the Technical Considerations.
2. Click Go to Course to view an overview of the modules in this course.
3. Click Access to begin the course.
4. Review the Educational Activity.
5. Complete and submit the Post Exam. You will have a maximum of three attempts to obtain the required score. You will be notified if you have met the credit requirements after each attempt.
6. Submit the course Evaluation.
7. Enter the maximum number of credits offered and click Claim CME to register credit.

Technical Considerations

Release Date: 05/11/2020  
Review Date:
Expiration Date: 05/11/2022