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How does our program work?
American Seminar Institute (ASI) offers accredited, portable continuing education courses. You can take your individual course on vacation anywhere in the world or at home. You complete your continuing education when it fits into your schedule. Our CME is flexible and convenient, which enables you to choose your specialty or topics, as well as your location and dates when you want to take your CME. Our courses are delivered in audio CD or MP3 downloadable format with course paperwork. You complete your course and return the testing and evaluation materials. Once your tests have been graded and your forms received, we will mail and/or email your documentation that includes your receipt, confirmation letter, certificate of participation, and transcripts. Documentation will reflect course title, location, dates, tuition paid and credits earned.
How are ASI's courses accredited?
Please go to Accreditation & Documentation for all of our accreditation details.
How do I register for a course?
To register for a course online go to Medical Courses or Dental Courses and choose the specialty or course that you want by clicking from the list on the left side of the page. Then click “Register for Course” and follow the prompts. Upon completion of your registration you will be emailed a 5 digit confirmation number. If you do not receive the confirmation email, your registration was not successful. If you have any problems or want to order over the telephone, call us at (866) 611-5599.
What methods of payment does ASI accept?
We accept Visa, Master Card, American Express, Discover and payment by check.
How far in advance do I need to order my course?
For free shipping, please order online or by telephone at least two weeks prior to your start or departure date. We can deliver your materials as quickly as overnight for an additional fee. You will receive your course materials by Federal Express and your receipt will be sent via email.
What is a Medical Full Course?
A medical full course consists of 10 topics. Each full course comes with 10 CD’s and appropriate reading and testing material. Each topic is accredited for 2 AMA PRA Category 1 credits. Upon successful completion of all 10 topics you will receive 20 AMA PRA Category 1 credits. CRNA’s receive 10 credits per the AANA for the Anesthesiology Review only. A full course is designed for 5-7 days, but can be extended.
What is a Medical Short Course?
A medical short course consists of 5 topics. Each short course comes with 5 CD’s and appropriate reading and testing material. Your course will consist of either the first 5 topics or the last 5 topics from most ASI courses. If you have a preference for one half, please let us know this and we will make every effort to provide you with your preferred choice. When ordering online, please let us know if you want the first 5 topics or the second 5 by writing a note in the “Comments and Requests” box. Each topic is accredited for 2 AMA PRA Category 1 credits. Upon successful completion of all 5 topics you will receive 10 AMA PRA Category 1 credits. CRNA’s receive 5 credits per the AANA for the Anesthesiology Review only. A short course can be documented for a maximum of 4 consecutive days.
What is a Dental Full Course?
A dental full course is available for 14 credits to 24 credits depending on the course you choose. Upon successful completion of the course you will receive your documentation that states the appropriate number of credits for the course you have taken. A full course is designed for 5 to 7 days, and can be extended.
What is a Dental Short Course?
A dental short course is available for 5 credits to 12 credits depending on the course you choose. Upon successful completion of the course you will receive your documentation that states the appropriate number of credits for the course you have taken. A short course can be documented for a maximum of 4 consecutive days.
How many days can I document a short course?
A short course can be documented for a maximum of 4 consecutive days.
How many days can I document a full course?
A full course is designed for 5-7 days, but can be extended.
Do my documents reflect the location I took my course?
Yes. All documents reflect your location as well as your dates, topics taken and credits earned. If you have concerns please contact our office at (866) 611-5599.
How long does it take to receive my Documentation?
After we receive your test forms and your worksheet, you will receive your documentation in approximately 3 to 4 weeks. However, upon request, we can email, fax or mail you a Letter of Attendance as soon as we receive your completed course worksheet.
How can I receive my documents sooner than 3 to 4 weeks?
Please call our office at (866) 611-5599 for special instructions to expedite your documentation.
What if I have already taken the course listed on the website?
Visit the "..New Seminars and Coming Soon..." page to see a listing of new and forthcoming courses or give us a call at (866) 611-5599. We regularly update and add new courses in most topics and disciplines. We most likely will have a new course for you.
Who is Audio Digest Foundation?
The Audio Digest Foundation is an affiliate of the California Medical Association that produces continuing medical education via audio format. The AudioDigest Foundation is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians. American Seminar Institute works in cooperation with the Audio Digest Foundation to provide courses that are flexible to your needs. If you currently subscribe to a specialty with Audio Digest you will not be able to take that specialty with American Seminar Institute because you will duplicate topics.
