This conference provides 15 contact hours of pharmacy CE and (1.5 CEU) of live AAFP/ AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™, ACPE and pharmacology CE/CME credit over three days.
Type 2 Diabetes Management: An Update on Treatment Guidelines and Evidence
Type 1 Diabetes: Pathophysiology, Progression, and Prevention
Highlights from the 2025 American Diabetes Association Scientific Sessions
GLP-1 Receptor Agonists in Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) and Cardiovascular-Kidney-Metabolic (CKM) Syndrome
Head-to-Head Evidence: Semaglutide vs. Tirzepatide
Royal Caribbean's Oasis of the Seas
Important: Please Read
To attend the conference you must take two actions: Book the cruise through Continuing Education, Inc. AND book the seminar through University Learning Systems. We advise booking the your cabin first, then registering for the course.
ULS CME at Sea Cruise Summary
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Location |
Arrival |
Departure |
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Day 1 |
Fort Lauderdale, Florida |
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4:00 PM |
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Day 2 |
Nassau, Bahamas |
8:00 AM |
5:00 |
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Day 3 |
At Sea seminar day |
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Day 4 |
Falmouth,Jamaica |
7:00 AM |
3:30 PM |
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Day 5 |
Labadee,Haiti |
9:00 AM |
5:00 PM |
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Day 6 |
At sea Seminar day |
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Day 7 |
Fort Lauderdale, Florida |
6:00 AM |
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Dr. Jennifer M. Trujillo, PharmD, BCPS, CDE, BC-ADM
Professor, Department of Clinical Pharmacy, University of Colorado Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences. Aurora, CO.
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Type 2 Diabetes Management: An Update on Treatment Guidelines and Evidence
1. Discuss the benefits and risks of commonly used medications for type 2 diabetes.
2. Identify the recommended roles of GLP-1 RAs and SGLT2 inhibitors in therapy based on current guidelines.
3. Evaluate the scientific evidence supporting current treatment recommendations.
4. Apply guideline-based strategies to manage type 2 diabetes in patient case scenarios.
Continuous Glucose Monitors: The Who, What, Why, and How
5. Differentiate between available CGM devices.
6. Describe the benefits and challenges of CGM use.
7. Identify persons with diabetes that would be appropriate candidates for CGM.
8. Identify the main components of the ambulatory glucose profile and the standardized target for time in range.
9. Adjust a patient’s diabetes treatment regimen based on CGM data.
Type 1 Diabetes: Pathophysiology, Progression, and Prevention
10. Describe the pathophysiology and clinical presentation of type 1 diabetes.
11. Discuss stages and characteristics of type 1 diabetes progression.
12. Identify mechanisms for early detection and patient identification when screening for type 1 diabetes.
13. Evaluate evidence related to the efficacy and safety of teplizumab.
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Type 2 Diabetes Management: An Update on Treatment Guidelines and Evidence (Continued)
Highlights from the 2025 American Diabetes Association Scientific Sessions
1. Summarize key clinical trial findings on new treatments for type 2 diabetes, including combination GLP-1 agents, once-weekly insulin, and oral non-peptide GLP-1 receptor agonists.
2. Review emerging evidence on the use of SGLT2 inhibitors and GLP-1 receptor agonists in type 1 diabetes.
3. Describe findings from the PATHWEIGH study on obesity management in primary care.
Affordability and Access of Diabetes Medications and Technology
4. Identify the costs associated with diabetes medications and technology.
5. Discuss factors contributing to affordability and access challenges in the U.S. 6. Explore strategies to improve access and reduce costs for patients.
GLP-1 Receptor Agonists in Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) and Cardiovascular-Kidney-Metabolic (CKM) Syndrome
7. Explain the relationship between CKD and CKM syndrome.
8. Describe the emerging role of GLP-1 receptor agonists in managing CKD.
9. Assess the risks and benefits of GLP-1 receptor agonists in patients with CKD. 10.
Head-to-Head Evidence: Semaglutide vs. Tirzepatide
10. Compare the clinical evidence supporting the use of semaglutide and tirzepatide in people with diabetes.
11. Determine the most appropriate agent for a given patient case scenario based on current clinical evidence.
Diabetes Bingo -Learning Assessment Activity
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Select any 5 hour University Learning Systems Zoom Live Stream or On-Demand recorded course at No Charge.
TARGET AUDIENCE / ACCREDITATION
PHYSICIANS: AAFP TBD AAFP Prescribed credit is accepted by the American Medical Association as equivalent to AMA PRA Category 1 Credit toward the AMA Physician’s Recognition Award. When applying for the AMA PRA, Prescribed credit earned must be reported as Prescribed, not as Category 1. CME programs approved by the AAFP are eligible for Category 2 credit (or Category 1-A under special circumstances) through the American Osteopathic Association (AOA).
CANADIAN PHYSICIANS: Members of the College of Family Physicians of Canada are eligible to receive up to 10 MAINPRO-M1 credits for participation in this activity due to reciprocal agreement with the American Academy of Family Physicians.
PHYSICIAN ASSISTANTS: American Academy of Physician Assistants (AAPA) accepts certificates of participation for educational activities certified for Prescribed credit• Refundable deposit of $250 per from AAFP. Physician assistants may report the number of hours stated above of Category I credit for completing this program.
PHARMACISTS: UNIVERSITY LEARNING SYSTEMS IS ACCREDITED BY THE ACCREDITATION COUNCIL FOR PHARMACY EDUCATION (ACPE) AS A PROVIDER OF CONTINUING PHARMACY EDUCATION.
SESSION 1: 5 CONTACT HOURS ACPE UAN 0741-0000-26-001-L01-P, KNOWLEDGE
SESSION 2: 3 CONTACT HOURS ACPE UAN 0741-0000-26-002-L01-P, KNOWLEDGE
SESSION 3: 2 CONTACT HOURS ACPE UAN 0741-0000-26-003-L01-P, KNOWLEDGE
CONSULTANT PHARMACISTS: Some consultant pharmacist boards accept University Learning Systems courses for recertification either as is or with board approval. Please contact your board regarding course approval and ULS with any questions.
CANADIAN PHARMACISTS: Canadian Council on Continuing Education in Pharmacy (CCCEP) accepts courses accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE). This credit is applicable to health professionals who may require
NURSE PRACTITIONERS/ NURSES: This course provides 10 contact hours (1.5 CEU) over three days, 2.5 to 5 hours per day, to fulfill the pharmacotherapeutics/ pharmacology requirements for American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) Category 1 Continuing Education Hours for certification renewal.
The same hours submitted to renew certification may be submitted to a State Board of Nursing for re-licensure.
American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) accepts formally approved continuing education sponsored by organizations accredited or approved by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE).
University Learning Systems is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE).
University Learning Systems is approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing (Provider CEP11409)
OTHER HEALTH PROFESSIONALS: Contact your respective board regarding approval.
CE Broker Tracking #: 50-11357: University Learning Systems is approved byFlorida Boards of Medicine, Pharmacy, and Nursing, Arkansas, District of Columbia, New Mexico, and West Virginia, Boards of Nursing, and the State Medical Board of Nursing.
Conference Registration Fees
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Advanced until October 13, 2025 |
Regular |
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Physicians and Dentists |
$895 | $945 |
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Physician Assistants |
$695 | $745 |
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Nurses, Residents, Students |
$495 | $545 |
Conference Policies - Please review before registering.
Conference registration includes workshop attendance, handouts and refreshments during the meetings and documentation of continuing education credit*. Spouses, family and friends are welcome and do not need to register unless they attend the educational sessions. Special conference fees are available for non-professional accompanying persons who wish to attend one or more session (no special receipt, certification or credit issued).
How to Book ULS CME at Sea Cruise
To attend the conference, participants must book their cruise through Continuing Education, Inc.. This ensures the company can provide full conference services and complimentary social amenities to all meeting participants and their guests. Note also, that participants' family and friends are welcome to book within our group to take advantage of our typically excellent cruise rates. Thank you for your cooperation.
Prices are per person for double occupancy and include Taxes & Fees $155.87 per person. Other stateroom categories and single, triple or quad occupancy are available. Rates include all meals and entertainment, excluding specialty retaurants.
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Room |
Price |
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Interior Stateroom Category 4V |
$761.77 |
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Boardwalk View Balcony Category 2I |
$893.77 |
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Central Park View 2J |
$1076.77 |
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Ocean View Stateroom 4N |
$1535.77 |
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Ocean View Balcony 4D |
$1731.77 |
Refundable Deposit: $250 towards cruise fare, per person at time of booking.
Cancellation Policy: Cancellation policies vary by cruise line, itinerary and length of cruise. When reserving your stateroom, please review the policy applicable to this cruise with University at Sea staff.
Cruise Reservations Contact:
University at Sea: 1-800-926-3775.
Final deposit due October 13, 2025
Conference attendees who book outside of this group will be charged a $300/cabin surcharge at time of registration.
ULS CME at Sea Quick Facts
Prices are per person, based on double occupancy
Per Person CRUISE plus Taxes & Fees $155.87 per person
Cruise line reserves the right to impose a fuel surcharge up to $10/ day.
Rate includes: 5 Star ship, all meals-unlimited gourmet dining, and entertainment each evening.,
Passport required
Refundable deposit of $250 perperson is due at time of booking.
Make Cruise Reservations: with Continuing Education Inc: 800-926-3775
Attendees who do not book with Continuing Education Inc/University at Sea will be charged $300/cabin surcharge at point of registration.
Airfare and roundtrip transfers are additional.
Prices are subject to change without notice.
Final payment due by October 13, 2025