International Psychiatrists

The following are resources to support the education and development of a global community of psychiatrists.

APA Learning Center is the premier location for online psychiatric education with free courses for members.

International trainees can access resources designed to complement their training and education.

Psychiatrists and trainees around the world share their research and case studies at APA meetings.

Psychiatrists and trainees in any country can join APA and be recognized for their accomplishments.

Psychiatrists and trainees worldwide converge on the APA Annual Meeting to learn and connect.

APA members may participate in the scientific sections of the World Psychiatric Association.

Psychiatric journals with international authors and select articles in multiple languages are available.

Resources on practicing in the United States are available from the American Medical Association.

600+ titles, including DSM–5 in multiple languages, available online or from international distributors.

Access information and resources on global mental health for psychiatrists.

Explore humanitarian opportunities for psychiatrists around the world.

European Psychiatrists: Psychiatrists in Europe who complete and claim CME on the APA Learning Center and at the APA Annual Meeting may convert credits earned to European Continued Medical Education Credits (ECMECs). The European Union of Medical Specialties-European Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (UEMS-EACCME) has a mutual recognition agreement with the American Medical Association (AMA) for live events and e-learning activities. All APA CME accredited courses are accredited by the AMA as PRA Category 1 Credits and are eligible for conversion to ECMECs.