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Forward2026 Best Practices for Mood Disorders
This course offers Live (in-person) and Livestream (virtual) attendance options
October 8 - 10, 2026 - The Westin Denver Downtown - Denver, Colorado
2026 Best Practices for Mood Disorders, presented by the National Network of Depression Centers (NNDC) in collaboration with Mayo Clinic and supported by CU Anschutz, provides clinically relevant, lifespan focused updates on the management of mood disorders and associated comorbidities.
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| Registration Fee(s) | |
|---|---|
| M.D., D.O., Ph.D. | $750 |
| Allied Health, NP, PA, Retirees | $650 |
Target Audience
This course is designed for the many disciplines and providers including psychiatrists and primary care providers, psychologists, advanced practice providers, nurses, and social workers.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this activity, participants should be able to:
- Analyze treatment strategies for major depressive disorder across the lifespan, including children, adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients.
- Summarize evidence-based treatment approaches for bipolar disorder in adolescents, adults, and geriatric populations.
- Apply best practice strategies for the effective treatment of depression and bipolar disorder in clinical settings.
- Identify when to consider a diverse range of treatment options, including conventional antidepressants, augmentation strategies, psychotherapy, rapid acting antidepressants, transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), and electroconvulsive therapy (ECT).
- Evaluate and target major factors contributing to illness persistence or treatment non-response—such as insomnia, BMI, and cardiometabolic conditions—to optimize patient outcomes.
- Recognize how treatment approaches for depression may differ based on co-occurring health concerns, including anxiety disorders, substance use disorders, type 2 diabetes, obesity, and hormonal factors.
Attendance at any Mayo Clinic course does not indicate or guarantee competence or proficiency in the skills, knowledge or performance of any care or procedure(s) which may be discussed or taught in this course.
All travel and lodging expenses are the sole responsibility of the individual registrant.
Accreditation Statement
In support of improving patient care, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.
Credit Statement(s):
AMA
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science designates this live activity for a maximum of 17.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
AAPA
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science has been authorized by the American Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA) to award AAPA Category 1 CME credit for activities planned in accordance with AAPA CME Criteria. This activity is designated for 17.00 AAPA Category 1 CME credits. PAs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation.
ANCC
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science designates this activity for a maximum of 17.00 ANCC contact hours. Nurses should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
APA
Continuing Education (CE) credits for psychologists are provided through the co-sponsorship of the American Psychological Association (APA) Office of Continuing Education in Psychology (CEP). The APA CEP Office maintains responsibility for the content of the programs.
This activity is approved for a maximum of 17.00 credits. Credit is awarded only for actual instructional time.
ASWB
As a Jointly Accredited Organization, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science is approved to offer Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Organizations, not individual courses, are approved under this program. State and provincial regulatory boards have the final authority to determine whether an individual course may be accepted for continuing education credit. Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science maintains responsibility for this course. Social workers completing this course will receive 17.00 general continuing education credits.
IPCE
This activity was planned by and for the healthcare team, and learners will receive 17.00 Interprofessional Continuing Education (IPCE) credit for learning and change.
Other Healthcare Professionals:
A record of attendance will be provided to all registrants for requesting credits in accordance with state nursing boards, specialty societies or other professional associations.
| Day | Credit(s) |
|---|---|
| Thursday | 2.25 |
| Friday | 8.25 |
| Saturday | 6.50 |
For disclosure information regarding Mayo Clinic School of Continuous Professional Development accreditation review committee member(s) and staff, please go here to review disclosures.
Available Credit
- 17.00 AAPA Category 1
- 17.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
- 17.00 ANCC
- 17.00 APA
- 17.00 ASWB
- 17.00 Attendance
- 17.00 IPCE
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| Registration Fee(s) | |
|---|---|
| M.D., D.O., Ph.D. | $750 |
| Allied Health, NP, PA, Retirees | $650 |
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To claim credit for livestream participation in this course, learners must view the content during the hours posted for the live activity. This course is not approved for on-demand delivery.
Commitment to Belonging and Inclusion
Mayo Clinic School of Continuous Professional Development (MCSCPD) strives to foster a learning environment in which all individuals are valued, allowing all to achieve their fullest potential.
Every effort will be made to accommodate dietary requirements; however, some requests may not be feasible based on venue kitchen capabilities. Attendees will be contacted in advance if a dietary restriction cannot be fulfilled.
The Mayo Clinic School of Continuous Professional Development strives for fully accessible learning experiences. If you anticipate any barriers while attending this course, please reach out to the course coordinator who will be in touch with all registrants. If you need disability-related accommodations, please contact the Office of Wellness and Academic Support – Disability Access Services at MCCMS.DS@mayo.edu.
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