Challenger LLSA is the most thorough, comprehensive, and instructionally valid curriculum for physicians preparing for Lifelong Learning and Self Assessment. ABEM has selected review articles for LLSA to encourage practicing emergency physicians to acquire an evidence-based approach to patient care decision-making. Challenger LLSA, based on a proven evidence-based learning methodology for self-instruction and retained learning, is designed to ensure that physicians achieve competency on the Key Points from these sources.
- Comprehensive Content
- Interactive Review and Testing
- Navigation and Environment
- Study At Your Own Pace
- Anywhere Flexibility
- Fast CME Fulfillment
- Free Support
- And Into The Future
Designed to Address Multiple Needs
In medicine the best tools are the most versatile and easiest to use. If you're one of the thousands of physicians seeking exam preparation or a quick and modern clinical reference resource, wouldn't you like a single tool to fulfill all of your needs? Look no further. Challenger LLSA can provide the resources and functionality you need in one, cost-effective, easy-to-use, go-anywhere package.
Your Clincal Content Comprehensive Resource
Challenger LLSA groups the ABEM designated review articles by clinical category for reinforced learning and retention. For example, Module One contains seven articles from the 2004 set which are logically categorized as dealing with respiratory or pulmonary acute care issues.
Challenger LLSA: Lifelong Learning and Self Assessment 2004-2006 includes in depth summaries, Key Point quick reviews, and strategically selected Questions and Answers which will make you the local expert on these aspects of evidence-based care. For one low price, you receive the 2004 reviews immediately, and the remaining six modules bi-monthly throughout 2005 and 2006. Earn up to 120 AMA Category 1 CME credits from Emory University. And, at the same time, join the company of thousands of emergency physicians who have successfully certified or recertified using our proven educational methodology. The facts speak for themselves - a 99.8% pass rate compared to 76% for the specialty overall! We guarantee you will pass the LLSA test or your money back*!
Practice, Review, Assess, and Score!
The Challenger review process is elegantly designed to promote the highest level of retention possible. Questions are written by clinical experts to emulate clinical examination standards and to enhance knowledge of current best practices. Whether you are preparing for an examination or re-affirming your knowledge, our review and testing structure will help.
Our three step - Practice, Review, Assess - progression incorporates a proven educational regime called programmed learning. At the start of each topic chapter, three tabs are displayed. Each tab's content is formatted for a specific function and usage. You can toggle from tab to tab as you wish, allowing for a more personalized flow of study.
The "Practice" tab - The test run. Answer each question in a section and receive pop up feedback and remediation. Limited tries keep the session honest. Correct and incorrect indicators appear next to your selected answers. All answers are revealed when all tries are exhausted.
The "Review" tab - The study guide. The Review section presents the questions in the order seen in the Practice section, but with all answers and remediation displayed. Once your review is finished, you may either re-enter the Practice section or proceed to the Assessment. Hyperlinks within the Review and Appendix sections of the course allow you to access definitions of terms, providing an added level of reference and review.
The "Assessment" - The scored test. One or more assessments will be available for each topic. Questions seen in the Practice view will display in random order. At the end of each assessment your responses are scored and a detailed breakdown displayed.
The scoring report indicates correct answers and incorrect answers given for each question. These scores, if the required score is met, can be sent to Challenger Corporation for fast CME certificate fulfillment for an additional fee.
Our review method is so effective we even offer an LLSA-Pass guarantee! That's comprehensive content and study with NO RISK!
Fast Navigation in an Interactive Environment
The Challenger Interactive Viewer (CIV) environment integrates all content and dynamic testing functionality in a clear, point-and-learn, format. The review progression is designed to allow quick navigation while providing a step-by-step structure to enhance learning and retention. Read, view, absorb, and retain material at your own pace.
Unlike most clinical review software programs where navigation is hard to find or confusing, navigating through Challenger courses, sections, and topics is a breeze thanks to Challenger's Interactive Viewer (CIV). Quickly jump to your area of interest, topic to sub-topic, in a straightforward outline form.
Find what you need, fast. The CIV is graphically laid out to provide large, on-screen selections for fast, easy navigation. Entry into each content section opens the Interactive Viewer Window where content is displayed. Topics list neatly down one side. Want to switch topics? Just click the topic title in the list. Practice, Review and Assessment tabs line the top of the window for multiple content review options. To return to the main table of contents, simply close the window or select the central home button.
Study At Your Own Pace
Keep time requirements under your control. Save features capture your scores from wherever you are in the course. Work in one topic in the morning, then jump to something completely different in the afternoon. You're not locked into any enforced content order, remote schedule, or lecture circuit with Challenger products, so your valuable review time is used at your discretion.
Built-in Flexibility - Two Points of Access
Don't have time to drive or fly to that review seminar? Have it come to you. When you purchase any Challenger program, you will receive a CD-ROM and instructional help guide. You will also be automatically set up in our Challenger Online Learning Portal, so you can access your coursework material via the web from any computer with an Internet connection. Review, study and take assessments online just as if you were at home. This convenience is crucial, given time constraints shouldered by today's clinical professionals.
Quick and Easy CME Fulfillment - For FREE
Obtaining your CME certificates has never been easier. You can request CME credits, in blocks of 10, any time upon completion of whole or partial sections of content. Challenger provides multiple score submission options and simple-to-follow instructions. Just mail or fax your printed scores or submit them directly via your online Challenger account. Your scores and required evaluation form (provided) are processed immediately and at NO COST to you. Challenger works closely with our prestigious, institutional sponsors to maintain the most rewarding educational experience possible. For most of our courses, Challenger issues CME certificates on behalf of our sponsors directly from our office, speeding their delivery.
Free Technical Support - We're Always There
We'll be with you every step of the way. Should you need assistance, our technical support staff is on standby during normal business hours to assist you for FREE.
Into The Future - The Changing Face of Medicine
Challenger prides itself on staying up-to-date in all aspects of medicine. All courses are routinely peer-reviewed and updated. Should your program expire, upgrades are provided to Challenger clients at a fraction of standard retail cost. This way, as the face of medicine changes, our valued customers can cost-effectively keep their coursework and reference library current. Of course, the best value Challenger offer is the Challenger Lifetime Subscription - all products and upgrades for a one-time enrollment fee.
Course Highlights...
- Expert critical summaries of all sixty (60) ABEM designated review articles for 2004, 2005, and 2006
- Nine modules group the 60 articles into logical clinical categories for enhanced learning and retention
- 6-10 expertly designed Questions and Answers per article with Key Points for quick review
- 120 AMA Category 1 CME credits from Emory University
- 25% discount on future year courses for 2007 and later
- Guaranteed pass on LLSA test for 2004, 2005, and 2006
- Paper reprints available for an additional charge to purchasers of Challenger LLSA OR register at www.abem.org for the exam and download the articles from that site for use in conjunction with Challenger LLSA.
Related Courses...
- Challenger Lifetime Subscription
- Med-Challenger ConCert EM Specialty Lifetime Subscription
- Challenger ConCert/Rosen's®
- Med-Challenger ConCert EM
Accreditation Statement
This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the Essential Areas and Policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint sponsorship of the Emory University School of Medicine and Challenger Corporation. The Emory University School of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
Certification Statement
The Emory University School of Medicine designates this continuing medical education activity for a maximum of 120.0 Category 1 credits toward the Physician's Recognition Award of the American Medical Association. Each physician should claim only those credits he/she actually spent in the educational activity.
Disclosure Policy
It is the intent of Emory University School of Medicine to assure that its educational mission, and continuing medical education activities in particular, should not be influenced by the special interests of individuals associated with its programs. Having an interest in or an affiliation with any corporate organization does not necessarily influence a faculty's presentation, but the relationship must be made known to the program audience in accordance with the Standards of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education.
Disclosure of Proprietary Interests
According to CME guidelines, authors must disclose all associations with proprietary entities that may have a direct relationship to their subject of discussion. All authors of this program have signed disclosure forms indicating that they have no associations with proprietary entities related to their subjects of discussion.
Activity Dates
Date of Original Release: February 15, 2005
Most Recent Review/Update: February 15, 2005
Edition Release Date: September, 2005
Expiration Date: February 15, 2008
Target Audience
Challenger LLSA is a review and exam preparation programs specifically designed for Emergency Medicine physicians seeking to complete the annual Lifelong Learning and Self Assessment (LLSA) as prescribed under EMCC (Emergency Medicine Continuous Certification).
Educational Objectives
- Summarize the annual Lifelong Learning and Self Assessment (LLSA) articles specified by the EMCC.
- Describe key elements of history, physical examination, laboratory testing suggested by the articles.
- Describe the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment involved in conditions addressed by EMCC.
- Demonstrate mastery of the knowledge and cognitive skills required to achieve objectives 1-3 by scoring at least 80% on all topics studies for CME credit.
