Continued Professional Development
The nursing profession provides a wide range of career opportunities for individuals who want to work in healthcare—from patient care at the bedside to administrative positions at hospitals or other healthcare organizations.
If you are already a nurse and are interested in continuing education opportunities, IU Health has many programs available.
If you are considering enrolling in a nursing school, there is a wealth of information on how to make this career dream a reality. The Indiana Center for Nursing provides financial information as well as information on all the schools of nursing in Indiana. Contact the Indiana Center for Nursing by email.
If you are interested in applying for a position as a nurse at IU Health, please visit the Nursing Career Center.
School & Careers
If you are considering enrolling in a nursing school, there is a wealth of information on how to make this career dream a reality. The Indiana Center for Nursing provides financial information as well as information on all the schools of nursing in Indiana. Contact the Indiana Center for Nursing by email.
If you are interested in applying for a position as a nurse at IU Health, please visit the Nursing Career Center.
Registration & Payment Policies
Registration and payment vary by program. For clarification, please contact us by email.
In the event of inclement winter weather, the Academic Health Center (AHC) Continuing Education office will cancel conferences when the Indianapolis Public Schools System (IPS) cancels classes. Please check with local news agencies to determine if and when IPS has canceled classes for the day.
We recommend that you exercise your own judgment, in lieu of official notification of cancellation, when determining whether or not to attend a conference during inclement weather.
Upcoming 2023 Continuing Education Offerings
August
- Aug. 24: "Nurse Executive Exam Cram" at IU Health Methodist Hospital, Indianapolis
- Aug. 25: "Education Design Process Workshop" at IU Health Methodist Hospital, Indianapolis
September
- Sep. 8: "Ambulatory Care: The Future of Healthcare" at the Ruth Lilly Education Center, Indianapolis
- Sep. 28 & 29: "Neonatal Intensive Care Nursing Exam Review Course" at IU Health Methodist Hospital, Indianapolis
- Sep. 29: "Pharmacology for Advanced Practice Providers" Virtual Program
October
- Oct. 12: "Med-Surg Exam Cram" at IU Health Methodist Hospital, Indianapolis
November
- Nov. 16-17: "CCRN & PCCN Certification Review Course feat. Nicole Kupchik" at IU Health Methodist Hospital DG Conference Center
- Nov. 14: "Respiratory Therapeutics: Trends and Issues" at IU Health Methodist Hospital DG Conference Center
- Nov. 17: "The Path to Growth: Understanding Your Strength and Personality" at IU Health Methodist Hospital, Indianapolis
December
- Dec. 1: "49th Annual Nursing Research Conference: Cultivating a Culture of Innovation" at IU Health Methodist Hospital, Indianapolis
Transportation & Lodging
For conferences on the IU Health Methodist Hospital Campus, download a map and get directions. For conferences at the Riley Outpatient Center, download a map and get directions. Need to stay overnight? Download a brochure featuring discounted lodging.
For more information about conferences at the downtown Indianapolis facilities, contact 317.962.3524 or email. Sign up to receive information for upcoming conferences via your email. We will only use this for emailing conference information, and you can opt-out at any time.
Continuing Education Credits for Nurses
IU Health is approved as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the Maryland Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.
Become a Facilitator
Through the Continuing Education Department, IU Health is approved as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the Maryland Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.
Employees can organize and facilitate educational offerings in conjunction with the Continuing Education Department. Contact the Continuing Education Department to get started.
Learn More
IU Health is committed to providing nurses opportunities to maximize their professional autonomy and accountability through the Synergy Career Advancement Program.
Continuing Education Opportunities for Nurses
Registration & Payment Policies
Registration and payment vary by program. For clarification, please contact us by email.
In the event of inclement winter weather, the Academic Health Center (AHC) Continuing Education office will cancel conferences when the Indianapolis Public Schools System (IPS) cancels classes. Please check with local news agencies to determine if and when IPS has canceled classes for the day.
We recommend that you exercise your own judgment, in lieu of official notification of cancellation, when determining whether or not to attend a conference during inclement weather.
Upcoming 2023 Continuing Education Offerings
August
- Aug. 24: "Nurse Executive Exam Cram" at IU Health Methodist Hospital, Indianapolis
- Aug. 25: "Education Design Process Workshop" at IU Health Methodist Hospital, Indianapolis
September
- Sep. 8: "Ambulatory Care: The Future of Healthcare" at the Ruth Lilly Education Center, Indianapolis
- Sep. 28 & 29: "Neonatal Intensive Care Nursing Exam Review Course" at IU Health Methodist Hospital, Indianapolis
- Sep. 29: "Pharmacology for Advanced Practice Providers" Virtual Program
October
- Oct. 12: "Med-Surg Exam Cram" at IU Health Methodist Hospital, Indianapolis
November
- Nov. 16-17: "CCRN & PCCN Certification Review Course feat. Nicole Kupchik" at IU Health Methodist Hospital DG Conference Center
- Nov. 14: "Respiratory Therapeutics: Trends and Issues" at IU Health Methodist Hospital DG Conference Center
- Nov. 17: "The Path to Growth: Understanding Your Strength and Personality" at IU Health Methodist Hospital, Indianapolis
December
- Dec. 1: "49th Annual Nursing Research Conference: Cultivating a Culture of Innovation" at IU Health Methodist Hospital, Indianapolis
Transportation & Lodging
For conferences on the IU Health Methodist Hospital Campus, download a map and get directions. For conferences at the Riley Outpatient Center, download a map and get directions. Need to stay overnight? Download a brochure featuring discounted lodging.
For more information about conferences at the downtown Indianapolis facilities, contact 317.962.3524 or email. Sign up to receive information for upcoming conferences via your email. We will only use this for emailing conference information, and you can opt-out at any time.
Continuing Education Credits for Nurses
IU Health is approved as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the Maryland Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.
Become a Facilitator
Through the Continuing Education Department, IU Health is approved as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the Maryland Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.
Employees can organize and facilitate educational offerings in conjunction with the Continuing Education Department. Contact the Continuing Education Department to get started.
Learn More
IU Health is committed to providing nurses opportunities to maximize their professional autonomy and accountability through the Synergy Career Advancement Program.
