Systems-based integrated approaches, such as the Collaborative Care Model (CoCM) have the potential to address disparities that stem from a lack of equal access to effective care. The Collaborative Care Model holds promise for closing the mental health treatment and outcome gap for at-risk populations, including low-income, racial and ethnic minorities, and rural and geriatric groups. Research has demonstrated the efficacy and effectiveness of CoCM for the treatment of depression and anxiety, as well as improvement of treatment initiation, quality of care received and health outcomes for diverse populations. Panelists will describe the principles and evidence-based results of the Collaborative Care Model through a mental health equity lens.
Learning Objectives
- Review the components and principles of the Collaborative Care Model (CoCM) and the research supporting its efficacy and effectiveness in mental health care.
- Analyze the impact of CoCM on mental health care access, treatment quality and outcomes and its potential to address inequities among at-risk populations.
- List examples on practical implementation for practitioners, institutions, governments and communities.
- Evaluate emerging innovations (technology, cultural centering) applied in parallel with CoCM frameworks.
Target Audience
Psychiatrists, residents/fellows, medical students, psychologists, social workers, other mental health professionals
Instructional Level
Introductory, Intermediate
Estimate Time to Complete
Estimated Duration: 1.0 hour
Program Start Date: February 1st, 2023
Program End Date: February 1st, 2026
Participants who wish to earn AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ may do so after completing all sections of the course including the evaluation. After evaluating the program, course participants will be provided with an opportunity to claim hours of participation and print an official CME certificate (physicians) or certificate of participation (non-physicians) showing the completion date and hours earned.
Continuing Education Credit
In support of improving patient care, the American Psychiatric Association is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.
The APA designates this live activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Faculty Disclosures
- Maga Jackson-Triche, MD, Executive Advisor for DEI, University of California, San Francisco. Has no relevant financial relationships to disclose.
- Madhuri Jha, MPH, LCSW, Vice President, Science, Equity and Integration, ETR. Has no relevant financial relationships to disclose.
- Kristin Kroeger, Chief of Policy Programs and Partnerships, APA. Has no relevant financial relationships to disclose.
- Gabriel Escontrias Jr. EdD (Moderator), Managing Director, Division of Diversity and Health Equity, APA. Has no relevant financial relationships to disclose.
Planning Committee
- Regina James, MD, Chief Medical Officer, APA DDHE. Has no relevant financial relationships to disclose.
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Technical Requirements
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- The latest and 2nd latest public versions of Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, or Safari
- Internet Explorer 11+
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- Operating System: Windows versions 8.1+, Mac OS X 10.5 (Leopard) +, Android (latest and 2nd latest version), or iOS/iPad OS (latest and 2nd latest version)
- Internet Connection: 1 Mbps or higher
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- Windows PC: Windows 8.1 or higher; 1 GB (for 32-bit)/2 GB (for 64-bit) or higher RAM; Microsoft DirectX 9 graphics device with WDDM driver; audio playback with speakers for programs with video content
- Macintosh: Mac OS X 10.5 or higher with latest updates installed; Intel, PowerPC G5, or PowerPC G4 (867MHz or faster) processor; 512 MB or higher RAM; audio playback with speakers for programs with video content
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