Preconference Workshops

American College of Surgeons Committee on Trauma

90-Minute Courses: Thursday, November 6, and Friday November 7, 2025

Registration Opens: Register through the TQIP Conference Registration Site

Registration Deadline: Wednesday, November 5 or when the courses are full.
 
Studies have shown that the help given by an immediate responder can often make the difference between life and death, even before professional rescuers arrive. The ACS Stop the Bleed Course gives participants the necessary tools to become an empowered immediate responder. This course is designed to train individuals on what to do as an immediate responder in a bleeding emergency and covers the ABCs of bleeding control as a method to stop an active bleed. This NEW course includes a class presentation and hands-on skills demonstration on direct pressure, wound packing, and tourniquet application. At the conclusion of the course, participants will receive guidance on how to present the materials, information on becoming an ACS Stop the Bleed Instructor, and tips on providing a positive learning experience in teaching the ACS Stop the Bleed Course.

Pomphrey Consulting

One-Day Course: Friday, November 7, 2025

Registration Opens: July 7, 2025

Registration Deadline: October 27, 2025

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We will go beyond the basic structure and criteria for trauma center verification and dive deeply into the common and critical problems that a trauma medical director or trauma program manager will face in trying to provide optimal care for injured patients. This will include in-depth discussions of performance improvement in all aspects of trauma care delivery ranging from relationships with EMS to discharge and rehabilitation.

Society of Trauma Nurses

Two-Day Course: Thursday, November 6, and Friday, November 7, 2025

Registration Opens: June 2, 2025

Registration Deadline: October 30, 2025

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The STN Advanced Trauma Program Management (ATPM) course is designed by TPMs for TPMs who seek advanced training and in-depth knowledge related to the Six Performance Domains of Trauma Program Management as outlined in the STN TPM Role Delineation Study. The Six Performance Domains of Trauma Program Management include the following: Continuum of Trauma Care, Professional Issues,
Human Resources, Management of Physical Resources, Financial Resources, and Medical Professionals
Public Relations, Advocacy and Marketing, and Project Management.

Association for the Advancement of Automotive Medicine (AAAM)

Two-Day Course: Thursday, November 6, and Friday November 7, 2025

Registration Opens: August 1, 2025

Registration Deadline: October 31, 2025

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A 2-day course which teaches trauma professionals how to use the Abbreviated Injury Scale when classifying traumatic injuries. The participant will learn the history of AIS, structure of the code, rules and guidelines, configuration of the Injury Severity Score (ISS) and how that is utilized within a trauma program for calculating probability of survival and various other statistics utilized within a trauma program.

Association for the Advancement of Automotive Medicine (AAAM)

One-Day Course: Friday, November 7, 2025 

Registration Opens: August 1, 2025

Registration Deadline: October 31, 2025

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This course is a 4-hour workshop specifically for those who document within a patient's medical record. The focus is on how the documentation within the record can impact not only trauma scoring, but reimbursement, research, and benchmarking results. This course is for physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, medical examiners/coroners, etc.

Pomphrey Consulting

One-Day Course: Friday, November 7, 2025

Registration Opens: July 7, 2025

Registration Deadline: October 27, 2025

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Introduction to Trauma Data Analytics course will review key components of your trauma data, from your data quality plan. We will review examples from verified trauma centers regarding Cribari / NFTI, OPPEs as well as Nelson Scoring. The course will conclude with discussing performance improvement and pulling the data together to improve the care of the injured patient.

Society of Trauma Nurses

One-Day Course: Friday, November 7, 2025

Registration Deadline: October 23, 2025

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The STN Optimal Trauma Center Organization & Management Course (OPTIMAL) is a comprehensive program led by experienced physicians and nurses, specifically aimed at enhancing the overall system of care within trauma centers and ultimately improving patient outcomes. Whether you are part of a verified, established trauma center or a hospital in the process of seeking designation, this course is tailored to equip participants with the necessary tools to develop effective strategies, processes, and operational frameworks that align with the unique needs of their specific environments.

KJ Trauma Consulting, LLC

One-Day Course: Friday, November 7, 2025

Registration Opens: July 1, 2025

Registration Deadline: October 17, 2025

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This ICD-10-CM/PCS course is a unique opportunity for advanced trauma data professionals. It was designed to elevate their expertise and precision in the International Classification of Diseases, specific to trauma. Successful completion of ICD-10 training is a pre-requisite, as we will be covering advanced topics and complex coding scenarios.

Society of Trauma Nurses

One-Day Course: Friday November 7, 2025

Registration Opens: June 2, 2025

Registration Deadline: October 23, 2025

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The STN Trauma Outcomes and Performance Improvement Course (TOPIC) course is taught to all members of the trauma system team who participate in the ongoing assessment, evaluation and improvement of trauma care. The Society of Trauma Nurses has developed TOPIC in response to the need for education and better understanding of the Performance Improvement process in trauma care. TOPIC focuses on the ongoing assessment of the continuum of trauma care with a structured review of process and discussions of strategies to monitor trauma patient outcomes.

Acute Care Concepts, Inc.

Two-Day Course: Thursday, November 6 and Friday, November 7, 2025

Registration Opens: June 1, 2025

Registration Deadline: November 1, 2025

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The Trauma APP Certification Course is the first of its kind, created specifically for advanced practice providers (APPs) who are new to practice or new to trauma care. This high-impact, hands-on conference focuses on critical trauma knowledge and intensive procedural skills training, including central line placement, chest tube placement, ultrasound techniques, and more. The course is grounded in evidence-based guidelines and tailored to the unique role of nurse practitioners and physician assistants in trauma settings. Whether you're entering the field or transitioning from another specialty, this course builds the clinical foundation and hands-on confidence you need to excel in high-acuity environments. Continuing Medical Education (CME) credits are provided.

American Trauma Society

Two-Day Course: Thursday, November 6, and Friday, November 7, 2025

Registration Opens: July 2, 2025

Registration Deadline: October 22, 2025

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Your commitment to advancement begins here! Elevate your trauma registry skills and become a catalyst for excellence in trauma care. Secure your spot now for the American Trauma Society’s (ATS) Trauma Registry Course and embark on a cutting-edge educational journey. Designed to empower trauma registry professionals, this intensive course provides comprehensive training over a period of two days, delivered in a dynamic virtual live format. This nationally recognized course has been methodically developed to empower trauma registry professionals by equipping them with state-of-the-art skills and indispensable knowledge. Participants will engage in sessions that seamlessly blend comprehensive lectures, real-world case studies, and have access to valuable take-home materials.