Pediatrics training, as all training, can be an individualized process. No longer do you simply register at a university to start or continue the education process. The Internet gives pediatricians other options for finding classes and opportunities.

The student today needs to look at the education question at a deeper level and ask, “Do I need to attend the best university in the country for my degree program and continuing education?” or, “Do I need a rigorous program that will give me CEUs and practical knowledge now?” Research schools and training programs the way parents and high school students look for the right college or university. There are plenty of con artists out there, on the web especially, offering less than sterling courses too. Buyer beware. Consider the following when looking for your pediatrics classes:

1. Go to an established well-known university for education in pediatrics.

2. Attend seminars for training in pediatrics.

3. Look at resources, forums and helpful websites for pediatrics.

Action Steps
The best contacts and resources to help you get it done

Go to accredited pediatric medical schools for your training

Go to an established school for a good education, degree or certification that holds up under any scrutiny. Your education will be with you for the rest of your life, aim for the highest.

I recommend: For combined training in geriatrics and pediatrics, look at the program at John Hopkins University. Get your pediatric specialty training at the Medical College of Wisconsin.

Attend pediatrics seminars to further your education

There are many fine training programs and seminars. Look for testimonials and professional looking websites. There are as many or more low standard programs and even scams, as well. Find great programs by researching, asking questions and scrutinizing.

I recommend: UMHS presents fully accredited seminars. They provide continuing medical education for physicians in pediatrics and other specialties. The Biological Sciences Division at the University of Chicago offers seminars in pediatrics among many other medical specialties, as well.

Find resources and helpful information for pediatrician education

Do your research and dig deep because there is so much information available for your profession online. All you need or want to know about pediatrics schools is just waiting for you, and you can find much of it at home on the web.

I recommend: Get the testing training you need to pass your pediatric review with the help of Challenger. Look at dbpeds.com for up-to-date information about pediatrics for professionals who work with children, nurses and doctors.

Tips & Tactics

Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide

• •  You will find pediatrics training at medical schools. Look for seminars and other pediatric classes online. You can find almost anything you need to know on the web. Watch the fine print, however, when it comes to programs, seminars and training you read about online. Look at the testimonials. Compare prices of seminars and classes.