Can an educational program be offered without “Category 1” credit?
Educational activities that are not designated for “Category 1” credit may be eligible for “Category 2” CME credit. The AMA defines AMA PRA Category 2 Credit activities as: … all educational activities not designated for Category 1 that: comply with the AMA definition of CME; comply with the AMA ethical opinions on Gifts to Physicians from Industry and on Ethical Issues in CME (i.e., are not promotional); and a physician finds to be a worthwhile learning experience related to his/her practice. Accredited providers do not designate activities for AMA PRA Category 2 Credit. Source: American Medical Association’s “The Physician’s Recognition Award and credit system” handbook. Revised 2006.
Educational activities that are not designated for Category 1 credit may be eligible for Category 2 CME credit. The AMA defines AMA PRA Category 2 Credit activities as “all educational activities not designated for Category 1 that: comply with the AMA definition of CME; comply with the AMA ethical opinions on Gifts to Physicians from Industry and on Ethical Issues in CME (i.e., are not promotional); and a physician finds to be a worthwhile learning experience related to his/her practice. Accredited providers do not designate activities for AMA PRA Category 2 Credit.” Source: American Medical Association’s “The Physician’s Recognition Award and credit system” handbook. Revised 2006.
