Senior Clinical Ethicist Medstar Washington Hospital Center Washington,, District of Columbia
This session will provide an overview of the background and history of the Healthcare Ethics Consultation Certification Program. The current chair of the Commission (Lucia D. Wocial, PhD, RN, FAAN, HEC-C) will present information about the history and background of the certification program, including the purpose and goals. The presenter will review the process for creating questions for the certification examination and explain the structure of the program and how it is supported and distinct from the American Society of Bioethics and Humanities (ASBH). The session includes ample time for attendees to ask questions about the process and offer perspectives on the HEC-C credential and explore volunteer opportunities for supporting the work of the Commission.
Learning Objectives:
After participating in this conference, attendees should be able to:
Discuss HEC-C program goals.
Review HEC Certification program development including development and updates on certification numbers.
Discuss the impact of the release of the Core Competencies for Healthcare Ethics Consultants, Third Edition will impact the HEC program.
Describe volunteer opportunities with the Commission.
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