About
Navigate the evolving landscape of professional development in this insightful webinar designed for perioperative leaders and nursing professionals. Attendees will gain a clear, high-level understanding of the many forms of credentialing—what they mean, how they differ, and how they impact your career journey. This webinar also aims to clarify the definitions and distinctions between certificates, certifications, certificates of mastery, and microcredentials, unpacking the credentialing process and the strategic benefits that each offers in advancing professional growth and validating expertise. Whether you're seeking to boost your resume, guide staff development, or better understand the value behind various credentials, this webinar offers the essential tools and terminology to chart a confident course forward.

60-minute webinar
When
Wednesday, September 3, 2025 · 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time (US & Canada) (GMT -4:00)
Agenda
  • Differentiate between certificates, certifications, microcredentials, and certificates of mastery in the context of professional development
  • Describe the credentialing process and identify the key components and requirements of each credentialing type
  • Evaluate the professional and organizational benefits of pursuing certification and other formal credentials.
Presenters
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Carrie Shapiro, CMP
Senior Conference Manager
Carrie Shapiro, CMP is the Senior Conference Manager for the OR Manager Conference and OR Business Management Conference. She has more than 25 years of experience in business-to-business media organizing trade shows, conferences and industry events.
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Dawn Whiteside, DNP, MSN-Ed, RN, CNOR, NPD-BC, RNFA
Director of Education and Professional Development, CCI - Competency & Credentialing Institute
Dawn Whiteside, DNP, MSN-Ed, RN, CNOR, NPD-BC, RNFA is the Director of Education and Professional Development of the Competency & Credentialing Institute. Dr. Whiteside has over 35 years of experience as a perioperative nurse in many roles including circulator, scrub, first assistant, team leader, charge nurse, manager, and educator. She has been working in professional development with CCI for over 11 years. Dr. Whiteside has authored numerous articles and has presented at various conferences over her career. She participated with a research team to help validate the Ulrich Precepting Model as a standardized evidence-based approach to preceptor training. She serves on the ABSNC Board of Directors as well as the editorial board for MD Publishing. As an educator, Dr. Whiteside is passionate about developing educational materials for all members of the perioperative team.
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