In its November 2009 meeting, the ARBO Board of Directors approved the final timeline for the release and implementation of the new COPE Standards for Commercial Support. The Standards were released on December 15, 2009. January through June 2010 will be a six-month training period, followed by a six-month implementation phase. Oversight and enforcement during 2010 will consist of notification of non-compliance and assistance with compliance issues. Full compliance to the standards for all COPE accredited CE will be required as of January 1, 2011.

What Has Changed?

COPE Standards for Commercial Support

Implementation Processes for Instructors

Implementation Processes for Administrators

Implementation Processes for Corporate Supporters/Commercial Interest

Glossary

Frequently Asked Questions

COPE SCS and the ICE Guidelines

ARBO 2009 House of Delegates COPE Standards for Commercial Support Resolution

Toolkit

   Criteria for COPE Qualification of Continuing Education Handbook

   Administrator/Provider Qualification and Event Submission Handbook

   Sample Commercial Support Agreement

   Sample Instructor Disclosure Letter

   Sample Instructor Confirmation Letter

   Sample Instructor Disclosure Information for Materials and Slides

   Sample Disclosure Form

Related Documents

State pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturer conduct laws:
     Massachusetts
     Massachusetts FAQ
     Minnesota
     Vermont
     Vermont FAQ

Conflict of Interest in Medical Research, Education, and Practice

COPE Investigation Process

Senate Finance Committee Report

Identifying and Resolving Conflicts of Interests in Continuing Medical Education, ACCME, 2007

Using Research, Professional Opinions, and Organizational Practices to Help Validate ACCME Standards for Commercial Support: A Teaching Tool, ACCME 2007

Guidelines for Independent Continuing Education (ICE)

Federal Register OIG

OIG Compliance Program Guidance for Pharmaceutical Manufacturers

FDA Guidance for Industry



2010 COPE Administrator/Provider Training Workshop Presentations

COPE Administrator/Provider Training Workshop Presentations - Part 1

COPE Administrator/Provider Training Workshop Presentations - Part 2

COPE Administrator/Provider Training Workshop Presentations - Part 3