Registration
Preconference Course Speakers
Preconference course speakers will be preregistered for CSM preconference dates only, Tuesday, February 20, and Wednesday, February 21. If you have not received a preconference registration confirmation, please contact aptaregistration@jspargo.com.
Should you choose to stay and attend CSM programming, you will need to register. You can do so by calling 877/585-6003 or by selecting the "modify my registration" button on your registration confirmation.
Your preconference badge will not admit you to CSM programming nor will it entitle you to continuing education units (CEUs). In order to attend CSM programming and to receive CEUs, you must register for CSM.
Conference Speakers
CSM 2018 conference speakers receive a complimentary registration for their speaking day. Speakers who wish to register for the entire conference are eligible for a discounted registration fee determined by their APTA membership status and length of speaking engagement. Speakers may register via phone at 877/585-6003.
APTA Members
1-day registration - $150
2-day registration - $300
Nonmembers
1-day registration - $225
2-day registration - $450
Course and Programming Locations
All preconference courses and educational sessions will be held the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, the Hilton Riverside New Orleans, and the New Orleans Downtown Marriott. Browse programming offerings. Please note room assignments, while posted, are subject to change.
Speaker and Presenter Check-In
Preconference and Conference Speakers
- These speakers must check in at the speaker registration area at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center.
- Speaker ribbons are available at speaker registration.
Platform and Poster Presenters
Platform Presenters
All platform presenters should check-in at general registration. Presenter ribbons will be available at Poster Check-In outside the Exhibit Hall. View onsite registration hours and locations.
Poster Presenters
After completing registration, all poster presenters should stop by Poster Check-In outside of the Exhibit Hall then proceed to the poster hall to hang their poster according to the schedule below.
For Group 1 (Thursday) posters, check-in will be on Wednesday, from 4:00 pm–6:00 pm OR Thursday, from 7:00 am–1:00 pm. You must remove your poster by 3:00 pm.
For Group 2 (Friday) posters, check-in will be on Thursday, from 3:00 pm–4:00 pm OR Friday, from 7:00 am–1:00 pm. You must remove your poster by 3:00 pm.
For Group 3 (Saturday) posters, check-in will be on Friday, from 3:00 pm–4:00 pm OR Saturday, from 7:00 am–1:00 pm. You must remove your poster by 3:00 pm.
Speaker Resources
Speaker/Presenter Room
Audiovisual equipment is available to all speakers/presenters in the Speaker Ready Rooms located in the Rivergate Room at the Convention Center and Marlborough A in the Hilton Riverside.
Speaker Room Hours
Wednesday, February 21 - 12:00 pm-3:00 pm
Thursday, February 22, 7:00 am-3:00 pm
Friday, February 23, 7:00 am-3:00 pm
Saturday, February 24, 7:00 am-2:00 pm
Presentation Information & Resources
CSM Speaker Slide Template (.ppt)
When preparing your presentation, please follow the guidelines below to ensure compliance with CEU approval:
Slide 1 Session Title Slide
- The title slide must match the session title that is listed in the onsite program
- The title slide should also include the conference title as well as a list of speakers, their credentials and employers
Slide 2 - Disclosure Slide
Speaker should disclose any relationship that could reasonably be viewed as creating a conflict of interest, or the appearance of a conflict of interest, that might bias the content of the presentation. Speaker should disclose any significant financial interest in any product, instrument, device, service or material discussed in the presentation, including the source of any third-party compensation related to the presentation. By way of examples, significant financial interest or other relationships could include employment or stockholder status or funding. Speaker is ultimately responsible for determining whether particular information should be disclosed. Disclosure should be made orally and in writing during the live presentation.
Slide 3 - Learning Objectives
- This slide must state the learning objectives for the session
- The speaker must reference these same objectives at the start of their presentation
Slide 4 Introduction to Content
Include a course outline that addresses the major points of the presentation.
Remaining Content Slides – Points to Consider
- Include transitions slides
- Include diagrams or graphic images (in black and white) or guiding questions, as appropriate
- If the presentation includes more than one speaker, summarize each speaker’s presentation points
- Include current references in AMA style at the end of the presentation
Copyright Permission
Electronic files of articles may be included if:
- You are the author, AND
- They have been published by APTA
Otherwise, you are responsible for obtaining copyright permission. Identify copyrighted materials by using a reference number within the body of the text or providing information directly under a chart or diagram.
Also, please note that the Author's Toolkit, available through the APTA Learning Center, offers a comprehensive guide for designing and developing a quality learning experience.
Additional Resources
Should you have specific questions about content or other section-specific requirements, please contact your section program chair. Please direct other questions to Mary Lynn Billitteri, event programming at marylynnbillitteri@apta.org or 703/706-8500.