CAP SAMs (Self-Assessment Modules)
Consistent with the high quality you expect from the College, CAP SAMs are more comprehensive than simple “memory tests.” CAP SAM topics are identified as critical areas of importance to pathologists, and they include a strong focus on both the interpretation of concepts and their direct application to patient care.
CAP SAMs include both educational content and a multiple-choice post-test. Immediate feedback is provided after each question, providing additional educational material on both correct and incorrect responses. Participants who earn a passing score may apply their earned credit(s) to the American Board of Pathology’s Maintenance of Certification SAM requirements.
CAP SAMs Coming Soon
Upcoming 2010 Releases
CAP is planning the release of over 30 online SAM activities totaling 72.25 SAM credits in 2010. CAP SAMs will be offered in multiple subject domains and include topics identified as critical areas for pathologists today.
Expected release in Fall 2010
NeuroPath at Nite
Approaches to Diagnosing Liver Disease
HPV Testing
Basic Molecular Pathology & Cytogen Testing
Expected Release in September 2010: Eight SAMs will be provided at CAP ’10
- Correlating Pathology Results to Breast Imaging
- Necrotizing and Pustular Disorders of the Skin with Special Section on Vasculitis: How to Improve Your Diagnoses
- Melanocytic Lesions of the Skin: Current Topics
- Histologic Spectrum of Adult Renal Epithelial Tumors. A Video Microscopy Tutorial
- Latest Advances in Esophageal Pathology
- Blood Management: Nuts and Bolts—The Role of Pathologists in Getting It Going
- JAK Who? Update on the 2008 WHO Classification and Clinical Management of Myeloproliferative Neoplasms
- Practice Management College: The Pathologist as a Leader—Getting It Done
Check back regularly for more details on topics and release dates.
Learn more about the CAP SAMs at CAP ’10. Eight courses will be offered. Earn up to 15 CME/SAM credits.
WHAT’S AVAILABLE NOW?
- The Clinical Laboratory and Meaningful Use of EHRs
- LAP Inspector Training
(4 CAP SAMs) - Archives Applied Series
- HPV
- KRAS
- Arteriosclerosis
- Diagnosing Stomach Legions
RESOURCES
- Maintenance of Certification (MOC) SAM requirements
- CAP Education programs offer numerous opportunities for CME.