This tutorial contains helpful tips that will help you get started using the ACCME’s Program and Activity Reporting System (PARS), a centralized Web-based system for the ACCME’s collection and management of activity and program data from accredited CME providers. There are six videos in this tutorial, each addressing different features of the application. 

Overview

You will find answers to the following questions discussed in this video:

• What is PARS?
• Who can use PARS?
• What information does ACCME collect through PARS?
• How can I get help with PARS?

Managing Contact Information

You will find answers to the following questions discussed in this video:

• How do I edit contact information in PARS?
• How do I add PARS users to my account?

Entering Activity Data

You will find answers to the following questions discussed in this video:

• How do I enter activity data and information?
• Entering Data using Batch Upload
• What is the difference between Open and Closed activities?

Viewing Activity Data

In this video we will discuss the question "How do I view the activities that I've entered into PARS?"

Program Summary

You will find answers to the following questions discussed in this video:

• What information should I enter in the Program Summary tab?
• How is the Program Summary tab used in year-end reporting to the ACCME?

Required Timeframes for Data Entry

In this video we will address the question, "When do I have to enter my organization's information into PARS?"

For answers to more frequently asked questions about PARS, visit the Program and Activity Reporting System - FAQ page.