The Department of Professional Development supports the continuing education of faculty, residents, students, clinical staff and guests with the presentation of educational lectures. The purpose is to present educational programs that address nursing practice problems or provide updates on new developments in best practices. Educational presentations are an essential component of the lifelong learning commitment of the nursing profession. These presentations will have a focus on teaching new and updated best practices, as well as enhancing their clinical skills.  

Accreditation Statement
In support of improving patient care, Baystate Health is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team. 

Refer to individual sessions for target audience and maximum credit offered.