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Reporting Safety Concerns to Accrediting Bodies: A Guide to Joint Commission and CARF Procedures

1 hour

This course is designed to educate healthcare professionals on how, when, and why to report safety concerns to The Joint Commission (TJC) and the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF), including legal protections, ethical obligations, and step-by-step procedures.

This course will award 1 continuing education hour.

Course Objectives

  1. Describe the role of The Joint Commission and CARF in healthcare accreditation and safety oversight.

  2. Identify common types of safety concerns and sentinel events appropriate for reporting.

  3. Explain the procedures and requirements for submitting a report to The Joint Commission and CARF.

  4. Discuss legal protections for reporters and the importance of non-retaliation policies.

  5. Apply ethical principles in deciding when to report safety issues to an accrediting body.

Information

  • Content Level: Intermediate
  • Course Format: This course is offered as a self-paced distance learning format (reading-based online activity)
  • System Requirements: This course is offered online. Internet connection required.
  • Course Completion Information: To earn continuing education credit, professionals must register and pay the fee for the course.  They must read the content and demonstrate understanding by earning a minimum score of 70 percent on testing materials.  The certificate of completion will be able to be downloaded after the above is completed. Refunds will be granted upon request with the withdrawal of credit for the course. For questions, concerns, or to request special accommodations, please call 866-863-4225 or email ContactUs@BaysideCEU.com.
  • Credit Hours: 1
1 hour
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