Welcome to the ACC Peer Review Certificate Program!
The field of cardiovascular medicine is constantly evolving, with groundbreaking discoveries and innovative therapies emerging at a rapid pace. Peer review plays a vital role in ensuring the quality, accuracy, and impact of cardiovascular research, enabling the advancement of medical knowledge and the delivery of optimal patient care.
This comprehensive course has been carefully crafted to equip you with the essential skills and expertise needed to become an effective peer reviewer in the realm of cardiovascular research. This course covers a broad range of topics, including the evaluation of cardiovascular peer reviewed manuscripts, understanding basic and advanced statistical methodologies, and the clinical implications of research findings.
You will have the opportunity to learn from esteemed experts in the field, learn from their wealth of knowledge and experience and develop the essential skills to provide valuable, constructive feedback to authors, helping shape the future of cardiovascular medicine.
By mastering the art of peer review in cardiovascular research, you will not only contribute to the advancement of the field but also enhance your own professional growth. Your expertise as a peer reviewer will be highly regarded, opening doors to collaborative opportunities, strengthening your network within the cardiovascular research community, and establishing yourself as a trusted authority in the field.
We are excited to have you join us on this transformative journey of advancing cardiovascular research through expert review and the JACC Journals. Together, let's strive for excellence in evaluating research, ensuring the highest standards of quality, accuracy, and patient-centeredness in cardiovascular investigations. Get ready to make a lasting impact on the future of cardiovascular medicine, one review at a time!
Program Components
Educational Modules
A collection of short modules on bias, study design, statistics, and structuring a high-quality peer review.
Statistics Test
Participants must score 70% or better on a statistics exam in order to move on in the program. Participants can take this test as many times as they like to achieve a passing score.
Practice Peer Reviews of Manuscripts
Evaluate initial drafts of real JACC manuscript submissions and compare your assessment of their strengths and weaknesses to the original peer reviewers' assessments.
Final Assessment
Complete your learning journey by submitting your final manuscript. Your final peer review submission ensures you demonstrate mastery of the course outcomes while meeting the final requirement for certification. Once your completed rubric is submitted, fill out the evaluation as the last requirement for earning your certificate and credits.
Important Dates & Access Information
This activity is approved for CME credit for a three-year period in accordance with Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education requirements.
- Date of Release: May 4, 2026
- CME Term of Approval Ends: May 3, 2029
Learner Access:
Access to this activity is granted for six (6) months from the date of purchase. During this access period, learners must complete the activity and claim CME credit.
Important Note:
The CME approval period (May 4, 2026 – May 3, 2029) defines when the activity is eligible to offer credit. It does not extend or determine individual access. Access duration is based solely on the learner’s purchase date.