SCCM Resources

Supporting you with education, community, and excellence.

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The Society of Critical Care Medicine (SCCM) is your partner in advancing critical care. Rooted in education, community, and excellence, SCCM’s multiprofessional learning opportunities and practice resources empower clinicians around the world with the skills and knowledge needed to deliver high‑quality care to all critically ill and injured patients.

SCCM offers a global pricing structure as part of its equity commitment. Your price is based on your country’s World Bank classification. Learn more.

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An education portfolio that supports every stage of a critical care career.

SCCM offers a diverse lineup.

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Focused Learning

Targeted, high-impact education you can apply immediately.

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Introductory Resources

Ideal for onboarding, cross-training, and strengthening foundational knowledge.

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Hosted Training

Bring SCCM’s premier education directly to your institution. Flexible formats allow sites to deliver standardized, expert-developed programs. Perfect for elevating team performance and care quality.


Elevating research, quality, and community in critical care.

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Research

SCCM is committed to accelerating innovation and enhancing outcomes through:

Whether launching your first project or leading a multicenter trial, SCCM supports high-impact research at every level.

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Quality improvEMENT

Drive meaningful change using SCCM’s evidence-based quality programs.

SCCM helps teams achieve sustainable, measurable improvement in patient care.

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membership

SCCM membership means belonging to a community that understands the weight of your work and supports you in practicing with confidence.

Congress lasts a few days. SCCM membership lasts all year.

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Stay Connected

SCCM offers essential tools to support daily practice and lifelong learning.

Follow SCCM on social channels to stay informed and engaged.


Upcoming Events

MARCH 20 , 2026

Critical Care Ultrasound: Pediatric and Neonatal

6:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Central Time |

McCormick Place® West Building, Chicago, Illinois, USA

Obtain the realistic training needed to perform and interpret pediatric ultrasound imaging.

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MARCH 20 , 2026

Critical Care Ultrasound: Adult

6:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Central Time |

McCormick Place® West Building, Chicago, Illinois, USA

Increase your ultrasound diagnostic skills and scanning proficiency.

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MARCH 20 , 2026

Airway and Mechanical Ventilation Management

6:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Central Time |

McCormick Place® West Building, Chicago, Illinois, USA

Review airway and mechanical ventilation management strategies for critically ill patients.

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MARCH 20 , 2026

ELSO Extracorporeal Membranous Oxygenation (ECMO) Simulation Course

7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Central Time |

Marriott Marquis Chicago, Chicago, IL, USA

Held in partnership with the Extracorporeal Life Support Organization

Explore venoarterial and venovenous ECMO concepts using patient case scenarios during either one-day course.

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MARCH 21 , 2026

Critical Care Innovation Incubator

7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. Central Time |

McCormick Place® West Building, Chicago, Illinois, USA

Join innovators including clinicians, researchers, industry leaders, investors, program officers, and funders to ignite impactful change in critical care!

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MARCH 21 , 2026

Deep Dive: An Introduction to AI in Critical Care Medicine

1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Central Time |

McCormick Place® West Building, Chicago, Illinois, USA

Equip yourself with foundational skills and perspectives necessary to leverage AI effectively and responsibly in critical care environments.

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MARCH 21 , 2026

(SOLD OUT) Critical Care Ultrasound: Advanced Echocardiography (Afternoon)

12:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Central Time |

McCormick Place® West Building, Chicago, Illinois, USA

Expand your fundamental echocardiographic skills and knowledge in this half-day hands-on course.

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MARCH 21 , 2026

(SOLD OUT) Critical Care Ultrasound: Advanced Echocardiography (Morning)

6:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Central Time |

McCormick Place® West Building, Chicago, Illinois, USA

Expand your fundamental echocardiographic skills and knowledge in this half-day hands-on course.

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MARCH 21 , 2026

(SOLD OUT) Critical Care Ultrasound: Pediatric and Neonatal

6:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Central Time |

McCormick Place® West Building, Chicago, Illinois, USA

Obtain the realistic training needed to perform and interpret pediatric ultrasound imaging.

Learn More

MARCH 21 , 2026

(SOLD OUT) Critical Care Ultrasound: Adult

6:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Central Time |

McCormick Place® West Building, Chicago, Illinois, USA

Increase your ultrasound diagnostic skills and scanning proficiency.

Learn More

MARCH 21 , 2026

Airway and Mechanical Ventilation Management

6:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Central Time |

McCormick Place® West Building, Chicago, Illinois, USA

Review airway and mechanical ventilation management strategies for critically ill patients.

Learn More

MARCH 21 , 2026

Leadership and Management Skills to Enhance Your Professional Role

7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Central Time |

McCormick Place® West Building, Chicago, Illinois, USA

Designed to empower critical care leaders to thrive amid rapid change and ongoing challenges.

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MARCH 21 , 2026

(SOLD OUT) ELSO Extracorporeal Membranous Oxygenation (ECMO) Simulation Course

7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Central Time |

Marriott Marquis Chicago, Chicago, IL, USA

Held in partnership with the Extracorporeal Life Support Organization

Explore venoarterial and venovenous ECMO concepts using patient case scenarios during either one-day course.

Learn More

MARCH 22 - 24 , 2026

2026 Critical Care Congress

McCormick Place® West Building, Chicago, Illinois, USA

Explore the extraordinary advances being made in the treatment of critically ill and injured patients.

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MARCH 31 - 10 , 2026

Multidisciplinary Critical Care Knowledge Assessment Program

Online

An online in-training examination developed to assess critical care knowledge acquired during fellowship training.

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AUGUST 17 - 19 , 2026

Multiprofessional Critical Care Review: Pediatric In-Person Course

8:00 a.m. Central Time |

SCCM Headquarters, Mount Prospect, IL

Receive extensive coverage of core concepts in pediatric critical care.

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