Qualitative Research Bootcamp 2025

June 18, 2025 to June 19, 2025
This is a virtual educational activity. Geisinger’s Annual Qualitative Research Boot Camp is an engaging, virtual two-day event designed to empower learners, educators, researchers, and practitioners, both within and external to the Geisinger system, to advance their expertise in qualitative research. On day one participants will be introduced to foundational concepts of qualitative research, providing a comprehensive overview of qualitative research essentials. Participants on day two will dive deeper, focusing on study design, advanced qualitative methodologies, and the practical application of associated research methods. This interactive virtual conference combines dynamic didactic lectures, insights from expert panelists, interactive Q&A sessions, and breakout rooms for hands-on learning opportunities. Whether you’re developing your first study or refining your research design, the Boot Camp fosters collaboration and skill-building tailored to your needs.
 

Target Audience

This activity is designed for genetic counselors, physicians, staff scientists, nurse practitioners, and research faculty or staff with interest in qualitative research study design and methodology.  Other learner groups such as SRIP/SURP students, genetic counseling students and genetic counseling assistants would also benefit from this education. 

Learning Objectives

At the completion of this course, the participant should be able to:

  • explain the significance of qualitative study design and methodologies in research
  • demonstrate understanding of foundational concepts in data collection, analysis, and the dissemination of qualitative research
  • apply practical skills through utilization interactive activities
Refund Policy
A full refund will be given for any cancellations received up to one week prior to the course.  No refunds for no-shows. 
 
Course Cancellation Policy
In the unusual circumstance that this course is cancelled, you will be called and/or emailed, and any tuition fees received would be refunded in full.  Geisinger is not responsible for any airfare, hotel or other costs incurred.
 
Attendance
Attendance will be recorded within three to four days of the conclusion of the activity.  Credit will display on your continuing education transcript once the activity evaluation is completed.  
 
Virtual Information
All details pertaining to the links for this activity will be sent once you are registered for the activity. 
    Course summary
    Available credit: 
    • 12.00 AAPA Category I CME
    • 12.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
    • 12.00 ANCC
    • 12.00 Category 1 CEUs
    • 12.00 Participation Credit
    Course opens: 
    04/16/2025
    Course expires: 
    07/18/2025
    Event starts: 
    06/18/2025 - 10:00am EDT
    Event ends: 
    06/19/2025 - 5:00pm EDT
    Cost:
    $50.00
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    Schedule

    Day 1:

    10:00 AM

    Welcome and Introductions

     

    10:15 AM

    What is Qualitative Research and Why Should You Care?

    Jessice Goehringer, MS

     

    10:35 AM

    Introduction to Qualitative Research Methodologies

    Zack Salvati, MS

     

    11:20 AM

    Introduction to Data Collection

    Jessica Goehringer, MS

     

    11:50 AM

    Break

     

    12:20 PM

    Let’s Get Interactive: Interview & Focus Groups

    Melissa Poulsen, PhD

     

    2:15 PM

    Break

     

    2:30 PM

    What Do You Do with the Data? Let’s Find Out!

    Katrina Romagnoli, PhD, MLIS, MS and Jessica Goehringer, MS

     

    4:00 PM

    Keynote Talk: Using AI with Qualitative Analysis

    Deborah Cragun, PhD, MS and Meghan Pontz, DN, CRNP, FNP-C

     

    Day 2:

    10:00 AM

    How to Start: Research Questions and Literature Review

    Tierney Lyons, MLIS and Katrina Romagnoli, PhD, MLIS, MS

     

    12:00 PM

    Break

     

    12:30 PM

    Sampling, Recruitment, and Interview Logistics

    Zack Salvati, MS

     

    1:30 PM

    Qualitative Methods Panel Part 1: Methodology and Design

    Jazmine Gabriel, PhD, MS; Ana Morales, MS; Katrina Romagnoli, PhD, MLIS, MS; Melissa Poulsen, PhD and Tierney Lyons, MLIS

     

    2:30 PM

    Break

     

    2:45 PM

    Qualitative Methods Panel Part 2: Analysis

    Jazmine Gabriel, PhD, MS; Ana Morales, MS; Katrina Romagnoli, PhD, MLIS, MS and Melissa Poulsen, PhD

     

    3:45 PM

    Disseminating Your Research

    Meghan Pontz, DN, CRPN, FNP-C and Tierney Lyons, MLIS

     

    4:45 PM

    Evaluations/Adjournment

    *Topics/speakers are subject to change. 

    Virtual using Microsoft Teams
    Danville, PA
    United States

    Geisinger Faculty

    Ana Morales, MS, CGC*

    Associate Professor, Population Health

    Debra Minzola, PhD, MSN, MBA, CRNA, FAANA

    Director of Nurse Anesthesia Program

    Associate Professor, Commonwealth University of PA

    Jazmine Gabriel, PhD, CGC

    Staff Scientist, Population Health

    Jessica Goehringer, MS, CGC

    Senior Genetic Counselor, Genomic Health, Activity Director

    Assistant Professor Genetic Counseling, Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine

    Julia Ciesielka, BS

    Genetic Counseling Assistant, ADMI

    Katrina Romagnoli, MLIS, MS, PhD

    Assistant Professor, Population Health

    Karen Tilloston, DHSc, PA-C

    Director of Physician Assistant Services

    Department of Advanced Practice Providers

    Meghan Pontz, DNP, CRNP, FNP-C

    Nurse Practitioner, Behavioral Health, Assistant Professor Psychiatry, Neuroscience Institute

    Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine

    Melissa Poulsen, PhD, MPH

    Associate Professor, Population Health

    Thomas Morland, MD*

    Primary Care Physician, Internal Medicine

    Tierney Lyons, MLS

    Research Informationist 

    Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine

    Zachary Salvati, MS, CGC

    Genetic Counselor II, Genomic Health

    Guest Faculty

    Deborah Cragun, PhD, MS, CGC

    Director, USF Genetic Counseling Program

    University of South Florida

     

    Content Disclosure

    The faculty has attested that their presentations and/or content are HIPAA compliant.  
     
    CE Committee Members/Content Reviewer(s) have disclosed no relevant financial relationships with commercial interests.
    Rebecca Boop, DNP, RN; Robert Cooney, MD, MSMedEd, FACEP; Daniel Davis, PhD; Thomas Davis, MD; Andrea Dimattia, EdD; Dan Dometita, FACP; Courtney Hugo, MEd, MSLS; Roxanna Larsen, MS, LAT, ATC; Daniel Longyhore, PharmD, MS, EdD; Tristan Maiers, PharmD; Tammy McCormick, RDN; Natalie Stinton, DMD; Rebecca Stoudt, DNP, PhD, CRNA; Jeffrey Summers, DO; Thomas Urosevich, OD and Laurie Wallace, BS, RPT-NPS.
     
    *These individuals disclosed a financial relationship(s) as listed below. Otherwise, these individuals have no financial relationships to disclose. 
     
    *These individuals disclosed a financial relationship(s) as listed below: 
    Financial Relationships with Ineligible Companies
    Zachary Salvati, MS, CGC - Research Grant: Amarin, Inc.
    Thomas Morland, MD - Consultant/Advisor: Takeda, Consultant/Advisor, Research Grant, Speakers Bureau: Avadel, Jazz, Alkermes
    Ana Morales, MS, CGC - Consultant/Advisor: Everygene, Strandbio
     
    *Any/All relevant financial relationships have been mitigated.  

    Accreditation 

    In support of improving patient care, Geisinger College of Health Sciences 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.

     

     

     

    Credit Designation 

    Geisinger College of Health Sciences designates this live activity for a maximum of 12 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the educational activity. 

    Geisinger College of Health Sciences designates this live activity for 12 contact hours for nurses. Nurses should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the educational activity. 

    Geisinger College of Health Sciences has been authorized by the American Academy of PAs (AAPA) to award AAPA Category 1 CME credit for activities planned in accordance with AAPA CME Criteria. This activity is designated for 12 AAPA Category 1 CME credits. PAs should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation. 

     

     

    The National Society of Genetic Counselors (NSGC) has authorized Geisinger Health System to offer up to 1.2 CEUs or 12 Category 1 contact hours for the activity. 

    Disclosure Policy 

    Faculty and all others who have the ability to control the content of continuing education activity sponsored by Geisinger College of Health Sciences must disclose to the program audience whether they do or do not have any real or apparent conflict(s) of interest or other relationships related to the content of their presentation(s). 

    Commercial Support

    None

    Available Credit

    • 12.00 AAPA Category I CME
    • 12.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
    • 12.00 ANCC
    • 12.00 Category 1 CEUs
    • 12.00 Participation Credit

    Price

    Cost:
    $50.00
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