Frequently Asked Questions

Will the sessions be recorded so I can watch them again later?
We've got you covered! All 14 CME sessions will be recorded, including the live Q&A with each speaker. If you register to attend the live Annual Meeting from October 2-4, you will have access to the meeting platform for several months past October. Access includes the ability to watch the lectures again, download the PowerPoint slides and other materials, revisit the Virtual Exhibit Hall, and find your CME information.

Do I have to watch sessions at the scheduled times? I never know when work will call or my kid needs me in the other room.
In order to claim CME credit, you must log into each session at the scheduled time during the weekend of the meeting. For CME purposes, we must keep record of who logged into each session at some point during the scheduled time. However, if you must step away from the computer for a brief moment, you will still receive credit. You will have access to rewatch the few minutes you missed (or the entire lecture) after the meeting.

Can I watch with my spouse or a small group of colleagues?
Yes! Make it a (COVID-approved) party! If you'd like to view the meeting with another registered attendee - spouse, friend, or coworker - go for it! For CME purposes, please be sure to email [email protected] to let us know which session(s) you watched and who was present. We will be sure those names are counted on the attendance log. Please note: Each person claiming CME must individually register for the meeting.

I miss social interaction! Can I mingle with attendees?
NCPA worked hard to select a virtual meeting platform with networking capabilities for attendees. The platform we have chosen is called PheedLoop, and registered attendees will receive an email with detailed instructions on how to set up your account and log into the platform. (Please take a few minutes to set up your account at least a few days before the meeting so that you are familiar with the platform.) Once logged in, you will be able to see who else is in the meeting space at the same time. If you would like to start a conversation with that person, you can either send them a message or invite them to join you in a one-on-one video chat!

How many CME credits can I earn this year?
The APA designates this live activity for a maximum of 12.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits. Our meeting platform, PheedLoop, will help you keep track of which sessions you attended so you know exactly how many credits you earned. At the conclusion of the meeting, you will receive an email with instructions on how to claim your credit and certificate.

What about the Annual Business Meeting?
Glad you asked! Both NCPA and the NC Council of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (NCCCAP) will still host Annual Business Meetings for members of their association only. The NCPA Annual Business Meeting will take place from 4:00-5:30 pm on Saturday, October 3. The NCCCAP Annual Business Meeting will take place from 8:00-9:00 am on Sunday, October 4. As these meetings will be held via Zoom, all members - regardless of conference attendance - will be able to participate. They will have separate Zoom meeting links that will be distributed at a later date.

What's a Virtual Exhibit Hall? Are any prizes up for grabs?
We know you'll miss taking home a tote bag stuffed to the brim with pens, koozies, candy, and business cards. But you will still get to network with our awesome exhibitors and sponsors. Looking for a new job? Interested in hearing about that new treatment center that just opened up? Want to say hello to a friend you've seen at every meeting for the past decade? Hop over to the Virtual Exhibit Hall! We're keeping the Exhibitor Bingo tradition alive, this year offering Amazon gift cards and free registration for next year's meeting as prizes!

Are out-of-state physicians and other non-physician mental health professionals welcome? Can I invite my friend from residency I haven't seen in ages?
Of course! Please feel free to invite any friend or colleague who you think may be interested in the program. Generally, the meeting is intended for psychiatrists, psychologists, primary care physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, physician assistants, social workers, and administrators. 

How much is registration?
Due to the nature of a virtual meeting, we were able to significantly reduce the cost of registration. (Food is expensive!!) The quality of the meeting content and experience, however, will be comparable to our in-person events. The fee is $225 for NCPA/APA members and NCCCAP members; $275 for non-members; and $20 for psychiatry residents & medical students.

What a bargain! But come on, how fun could it really be?
You know it!! If you've ever been to a NCPA Annual Meeting, you know we're all about making the event feel special and different from other conferences throughout the year. Make sure you read the September issue of the NCPA News to learn what you can expect.

We've got a virtual cocktail hour, morning yoga session, women in psychiatry lunch, hospitality suite hosted by NCPA's lobbyists, and even a "Plague Doctor of Prague" virtual walking tour on Saturday evening. Guided through Prague's cobblestone streets by a "Plague Doctor" in the original dress of those who fought the Plague in 1713, the interactive tour will cross the famous Charles Bridge, stop at the old St. Francis hospital, and conclude at the St. Agnes convent. (This tour might be fun for your whole family, including kids ages 6+!) The best part is all those activities and more are included in your registration fee! 

Wow, that doesn't sound like a regular, old Zoom meeting! Where do I register?
We're so happy to hear that! You can register here now. If you have any other questions, give us a shout!

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CME Information

We hope you enjoy this year's NCPA Virtual Annual Meeting! At the conclusion of the conference, physician participants will be provided with an opportunity to claim hours of participation and receive an official CME certificate by completing the online CME conference evaluation.  Non-physician participants will be able to claim a certificate of participation.

1. Go to education.psychiatry.org/diweb/redeem
2. Log in with your APA username and password or create a new account
3. Enter the Access code LEB8EF9A7ABF and click Redeem
4. Click Access. The activity evaluation will open in a new window.
5. Complete the evaluation and click Submit Response.
6. On the next page, click Claim Credits. Select the number of credits from the dropdown menu and click Claim.
7. Close the activity window by clicking the “x” at the top of the activity window. Return to the My Completed Activities tab in the middle of the screen. Beneath "2020 NCPA Annual Meeting & Scientific Session", click Certificate. Your certificate will open in a new tab.

You must claim your CME credit within 60 days of the conference. Certificates will not be issued after December 4, 2020.

Questions? Contact Kelly Krasula

Still need your 2019 Annual Meeting CME Certificate? Email us for help. If you need to print a certificate you've already claimed login to your APA profile at education.psychiatry.org, click“My Portfolio” and select the “Certificates” tab.