Pediatric Department Autism Friendly QI Initiative 2026-2027

A PI-CME and Portfolio project at NeighborHealth East Boston to increase the use of autism sensory and communication tools to 75% of eligible patient visits. 

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Target Audience

Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, Physicians.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this activity, learners should be able to: 
1. Complete at least 1 improvement cycle (PDSA) on a related project of their choice to support a welcoming, supportive environment and meet the needs of patients on the autism spectrum and their families.
2. Apply the knowledge, tools and experience to implement improvement projects independently after completion of the course.
3. Organize interprofessional teams and achieve sustainable improvements according to the goals of their department and the organization.

This program is supported by an independent educational grant from Regeneron. 

Course summary

Available credit: 
  • 30.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™

    Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine designates this Enduring activity for a maximum of 30.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

    • 30.00 MA Risk Management
  • 30.00 Participation
Course opens: 
10/15/2026
Course expires: 
05/31/2027
Rating: 
0

Disclosure Policy

Boston University School of Medicine asks all individuals involved in the development and presentation of Accredited Continuing Education activities to disclose all financial relationships with ineligible companies. This information is disclosed to all activity participants prior to the start of the educational activity. Boston University School of Medicine has procedures to mitigate all relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies. In addition, faculty members are asked to disclose when any unapproved use of pharmaceuticals and devices is being discussed. 

In accordance with the Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education, all relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies that faculty, planners, authors and anyone who may be in control of content have been mitigated.

Core QI Team and Planning Committee Disclosures

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ABMS Portfolio Program
The QI Hub is approved as an American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) Portfolio Program Sponsor. This project has been approved for Maintenance of Certification (MOC) Part IV credit from the following boards: 

American Board of Pediatrics: 30 Practice Assessment points

 

 

Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine designates this PI CME activity project for a maximum of 30 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Nursing Contact Hours: 30 contact hours of which 0 are eligible for pharmacology credit

 

In support of improving patient care, Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine designates this PI-CME Activity for a maximum of 30.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

 

 

Available Credit

  • 30.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™

    Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine designates this Enduring activity for a maximum of 30.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

    • 30.00 MA Risk Management
  • 30.00 Participation
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