Read and Prepare.
As you read your book, jot down quotes and take notes on concepts that resonate with you to share with the group. Think about the leadership techniques and how they might be used in your work and in life.
Join Virtual Discussion. Earn 3 CE.
Join us for a virtual, cameras on, three-hour facilitated discussion.
After each Socratic Seminar, we'll send you a link to an online learning assessment and program evaluation. The format is a self-assessment of your learning and an opportunity to give feedback. Upon completion, your certificate will be issued for download and emailed to you.
Earn Digital Badges.
Every NAFA CE event counts toward digital badges, including the first CRNA digital badges in our specialty.
Earn the Socratic Crescent microcredential:
- Read five pre-approved curated leadership books.
- Participate in five three-hour facilitated discussions with other health professionals for a total of 15 hours.
- Complete a learner assessment and program evaluation for each book.
Earn the Socratic Circle microcredential:
- Read ten pre-approved curated leadership books.
- Participate in ten three-hour facilitated discussions with other health professionals for a total of 30 hours.
- Complete a learner assessment and program evaluation for each book.
Custom Training
Interested in assembling your team for a Socratic Seminar? Reach out to nafa@vcu.edu to explore options tailored to your team’s goals and schedule.
Leadership Book Selections
Bring your book ideas or choose from our curated selection of leadership books.
Socratic Seminars Facilitator
Jane Long, Ed.D, CPC, DASSM
Dr. Jane Long is a Crucial Conversations certified facilitator, a Certified Professional Coach (CPC), and an experienced leadership and wellness book facilitator and trainer. She currently serves as the Director of Learning/Training, Development and Coaching with the American Dental Association (ADA). She provides professional development opportunities to 400+ staff members. Previously, she led professional development with the International Institute of Municipal Clerks (IIMC) for more than 17 years.
Prior to her work with nonprofits, Dr. Long spent 18 years in higher education as both a faculty member and high-level administrator. She has presented over 100 interactive education sessions at national, state, and local conferences and taught online and on campus for several colleges and universities across the country.
AANA Prior Approved CE
NAFA VCU will seek prior approval from the American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology (AANA) for custom Socratic Seminars of any length.