For Criterion 36, the majority of learners whose performance has improved would be calculated based on those learners who respond to the follow-up survey. The provider should ensure there are appropriate mechanisms in place to optimize the response rate. Note that providers can use follow-up… More

Not necessarily. Strategies to meet the expectations of Criterion 37 do not necessarily include the demonstration of improved learner performance (Criterion 36). 

Yes. If your goal was to get your learners to decrease or stop a practice, for example, prescribing a certain drug or ordering a test, and they do make those changes – then, that would meet the expectations of "improvement" for Criterion 36.

No. The expectation of Criterion 36 is that the provider measures and demonstrates performance improvement for any learners (physicians or other learners) who participate in the accredited educational activities.

In Criterion 36, change in performance refers to measured changes in a learner’s or learners' behavior (e.g., higher patient communication ratings, fewer coding errors, greater participation in team meetings, more appropriate prescribing, etc.). Providers can set their own specific goals and… More

No. Providers can meet the Critical Elements and Standard for Criterion 36 without measuring performance change in every learner.

 

Yes, provided that the simulation includes assessment of the learner’s or learners’ actions, behaviors, and skills.

Yes. Providers can measure changes in the performance of individuals or groups of learners based on self-reports of changes in practice.

Yes. Providers can demonstrate that CME activities improve the performance of individuals or groups of learners—including teams—to meet the expectations of Criterion 36.