Education & Career Development
New Practice Guidline course now available for treatment of individuals with Major Depressive Disorder.
The APA has educational resources for all our members. Below are brief descriptions of these resources.
Lifelong Learning & CME
The APA provides educational programs and activities to assist psychiatrists at all levels and to keep our members up to date on the latest scientific and clinical developments. From medical school, residency, and beyond these activities are designed to advance clinical and practice management skills and promote quality patient care. Many online CME activities are free for APA members.
Residents/Members in Training
Information gateway for psychiatry residents and fellows.
Medical Students
For medical students considering psychiatry, you will find information on psychiatry as a career choice, educational opportunities, and resources for pursuing this specialty.
Annual Meeting & IPS
The APA hosts two major educational conferences every year: the Annual Meeting and the Institute on Psychiatric Services (IPS). Both meetings provide a robust scientific environment featuring new research, patient care strategies, and new treatment choices.
Ethics & Professionalism
Ethics and professionalism are crucial components of psychiatric practice. The APA provides ethics workshops and other resources to assist our members.
Melvin Sabshin Library & Archives
The Melvin Sabshin Library & Archives is your gateway to APA information. Contains archives, special collections, historical highlights, award histories, and other vital APA milestones.
HIV Psychiatry
The Office of HIV Psychiatry offers education and training, clinical resources, technical assistance, policy guidance, and a network of clinical experts on the mental health dimensions of HIV/AIDS.
