Full program description
$400
Self-Paced
30 CE Hours
Certificate Overview
Earn 30 CE hours and advance your skills in critical care pharmacotherapy with Creighton University’s Advanced Critical Care Therapeutics Certificate. This flexible, online program is designed for pharmacists and healthcare professionals managing critically ill patients in high-acuity settings. Through 16 self-paced modules, you’ll gain advanced knowledge in drug therapy for sepsis, stroke, AKI, respiratory failure and more. Complete the full certificate or select individual modules—ideal for busy clinicians, new graduates, or residency applicants seeking to strengthen ICU pharmacotherapy expertise.
Who Should Enroll
This noncredit program is ideal for registered pharmacists, PharmD graduates preparing for the workforce or residency, post-graduate residency candidates, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and other clinicians working in critical care setting or healthcare professionals seeking CE or skill refinement.
Course Instructors
Daniel E. Hilleman, PharmD
Director, Continuing Education
Professor, Creighton University
Nationally recognized expert in cardiovascular pharmacotherapy and director of Continuing Education at Creighton University.
Mark A. Malesker, PharmD, FCCP, FCCP, FCCM, FASHP, BCPS
Professor, Creighton University
Veteran critical care educator and published researcher with deep expertise in ICU pharmacology and cardiopulmonary disorders.
Stacey Dull, PharmD, BCPS
Associate Professor, Creighton University
Experienced clinical pharmacy educator specializing in acute care and interprofessional practice.
What You’ll Learn
By completing this course, you will be able to:
- Explore pharmacologic management of conditions such as sepsis, stroke, acute coronary syndromes, respiratory failure, endocrine emergencies, and more
- Learn how to design patient-specific pharmaceutical care plans based on clinical data and comorbidities
- Evaluate of therapeutic efficacy, risk-benefit ratios, and adverse effects
- Apply pharmacology, physiology and pathophysiology to complex disease states
- Understand interdisciplinary approaches to critical care through case-based exercises and interactive discussion
Learners will develop advanced skills in assessing and managing drug therapy across 16 high-acuity disease states. Participants will also strengthen clinical judgment, interdisciplinary communication and critical thinking—essential competencies for pharmacists and healthcare providers in ICU and emergency care settings. Upon completing all 18 modules, learners earn the Certificate in Advanced Critical Care Therapeutics.
FAQ
What are the benefits of completing this certificate?
Completing the Advanced Critical Care Therapeutics Certificate provides pharmacists and healthcare professionals with 30 CE hours and advanced skills in managing critically ill patients. The program covers key ICU topics such as sepsis, respiratory failure, shock, AKI, stroke and toxicology, enhancing clinical decision-making and patient care. Developed by expert faculty at Creighton University, this flexible, self-paced online certificate boosts your competitiveness for PGY2 residencies, ICU positions and career growth.
How long does it take to complete?
Most professionals complete the full certificate in under 12 months. Modules are self-paced and designed for flexible learning.
How is the certificate structured?
All courses are 100% online and self-paced. You can start anytime and progress on your own schedule—ideal for working professionals. Courses include video lessons, real-world case studies, downloadable tools and interactive activities to guide your decision-making process.
Can I earn Continuing Education Credits?
Yes, You need to complete the entire program to receive credit. To receive credit, you will need to receive 75% on the quiz and case study at the end of the module. Upon successful completion of the module, and completion of the evaluation, a certificate will be available for you to print. You will have three attempts to complete each quiz.
Category 1 Creighton University Health Sciences Continuing Education designates this enduring material for a maximum of 30.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
AAPA accepts AMA category 1 credit for the PRA from organizations accredited by ACCME.
Nursing CE Creighton University Health Sciences Continuing Education designates this activity for 30.0 contact hours for nurses. Nurses should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Pharmacy Credit Creighton University Health Sciences Continuing Education (HSCE) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) as a provider of continuing pharmacy education. This enduring material, Advanced Critical Care Therapeutics is accredited for 30.0 hour(s) for completion of all CE sessions. Term of approval is from this date on September 15, 2025 until September 15, 2028. Advanced Critical Care Therapeutics is a knowledge-based CE activity.
Accreditation Statement
In support of improving patient care, Creighton University Health Sciences Continuing Education (HSCE) is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.
Do you offer tuition assistance?
We do not offer tuition assistance for lifelong learning courses or certificates. However, Creighton alumni, faculty, staff and eligible partner employees, along with their spouses and dependents, may qualify for a 15% discount. One discount per offering. Other restrictions may apply. Learn more.