Programs and Training

Leadership Training & Awards

Wael Al Mahmeed Dedication to Young Leaders

The Wael Al Mahmeed Dedication to Young Leaders program was created to train and support the next generation of cardiovascular leaders internationally.

Find out more about opportunities for young leaders.

Awards

Hani Najm Global Scholar Award
Focused on early career cardiologists in the Middle East and North Africa, this award encourages the sharing of knowledge between international cardiology professionals to fight against cardiovascular disease worldwide.

William A. Zoghbi International Research Award (Coming Soon!)
Established through a generous gift from William A. Zoghbi, MD, MACC, past ACC president, this award fosters innovative new science in countries outside of the U.S., with the goal of improving the care and outcomes of patients living with cardiovascular disease.

International Education & Programs

Regional Conferences (Asia/ Latin America/ Middle East)

ACC's International Conferences provide localized, evidence-based strategies and contemporary best practices for transforming heart health around the world. Network with global leaders and expert faculty and connections with colleagues through shared discussion and bi-directional learning.

NCD Academy

Equips health care providers with high quality continuing education available anytime, anywhere, and free of charge on skills to mitigate today's leading causes of death and disability. Education is available in various languages.

Certified Cardiovascular Knowledge Examination

Demonstrate your clinical knowledge and commitment to cardiovascular excellence by taking and passing ACC's Certified Cardiovascular Knowledge Examination (CCKE) – open to physicians practicing outside the U.S.

Access ACCSAP, ACC's Flagship Self-Assessment Program, in Spanish

Perfect your knowledge of CV medicine with ACCSAP. Access comprehensive educational materials in three popular formats – text, video and self-assessment questions – so you can learn the way you want to learn. ACCSAP is organized by clinical topics so you can quickly access topic-specific education in one place.

Visit ACC.org/Education for more information on ACC's free online courses, Annual Scientific Session and more.