Courses or programs for CME credit are approved by the board under which two entities?

• A. AAPM (American Podiatric Medical Association) and NBME
• B. AMA and CPME
• C. APMA and AMA
• D. APMA (American Podiatric Medical Association) and Council of Podiatric Medical Education (CPME)

Answer: (D)

In podiatry, continuing medical education credits come from programs that have been approved by two specific bodies the board relies on. The Council of Podiatric Medical Education (CPME) serves as the accrediting authority for podiatric CME, ensuring that courses meet standards for content, faculty, and delivery. The American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA) is the professional association that develops and endorses CME activities for its members. Because the board recognizes CME credits issued by CPME-accredited programs and APMA-approved activities, these two entities are the ones involved in approving CME courses. Other organizations like NBME or AMA are not the recognized podiatry-specific pair for CME approval.