Socratic Seminars
Read one of our curated leadership book selections, then join us for a virtual, cameras-on, three-hour facilitated discussion. NAFA’s Socratic Seminars explore leadership techniques to help you better communicate and manage conflict, foster a collaborative inclusive culture, and engage with interprofessional colleagues to influence practices that inspire positive patient care outcomes. Plus, you’ll earn Class A CE Credits for your time.
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.
Earn Digital Badges.
We offer two digital badges for completing Socratic Seminars. This digital credential, perfect for posting on your social media accounts, contains verified metadata that describes the earning criteria and lists skills.
Earn the Socratic Crescent:
- 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:
- 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.
Certificate of Completion
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. On completion, your certificate will be issued for download and emailed to you.
AANA Class A CE Credits
If you share your AANA member number, VCU will send your earned Class A CE credits to the AANA on your behalf.
Socratic Seminars Facilitator
Jane Long, Ed.D, CPC, DASSM
Dr. Jane Long is an experienced leadership and wellness book facilitator and Certified Professional Coach (CPC). 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.
Cost per Seminar
Socratic Seminars are $120 each. Books must be purchased separately on your own.
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AANA Prior Approved CE
This program has been prior approved by the American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology for 33.00 Class A CE credits; Code Number 1042823; Expiration Date 5/10/2024. Each Socratic Seminar facilitated discussion is prior approved for three Class A CE credits.
If you share your AANA member number, VCU will send your earned Class A CE credits to the AANA on your behalf.