Prepare for Program Certification!

Presented by: Kara Sweere, CCRP; Julie M. Dunagan, MS, FAACVPR, CCRP
Disclosures: None
1.25 CEUs: AACVPR, ACSM, AMA, ANCC, AARC, CDR

AACVPR Program Certification is the only peer-review accreditation process designed to review cardiovascular and pulmonary rehabilitation programs for adherence to standards and guidelines developed and published by AACVPR and other professional societies. AACVPR-certified programs are recognized as leaders in their field because they offer the most advanced, evidence-based practices and care. This session, recorded at the 2025 Annual Meeting, will provide an overview of each page of the 2026 certification application and insight on how to successfully complete the certification process. We will discuss how to avoid common mistakes as well as provide an in-depth review of ITP requirements, common errors and pitfalls, and finding ways to improve your program's ITPs. Programs seeking AACVPR Certification for the first time, and those renewing their certification are encouraged to attend.

Learning Objectives:
1. Explain the requirements for each page of the Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehabilitation certification application.
2. Describe the Program Certification Performance Measures.
3. Identify common errors and omissions on program certification applications.
4. Describe the required elements of the ITP for Program Certification and diagnose common issues and pitfalls.

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