Advancing Pediatric Educator eXcellence (APEX) Teaching Program

Q: How much funding does Advancing Pediatric Educator eXcellence (APEX) Teaching Program provide?

Funding amounts vary. Check the grant details for specifics.

Q: When is the deadline for Advancing Pediatric Educator eXcellence (APEX) Teaching Program?

The deadline is November 15, 2026.

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Funding Amount

Varies

Deadline

November 15, 2026

48 days left

Grant Type

Foundation

Deadline history & next window

Cycle: Annual
Current deadline: November 15, 2026
Tracked since: May 2026

Deadlines typically fall in: November

Source: the cycle recorded on this listing. Confirm dates with the funder.

Can we apply?

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Other requirements

General pediatricians
Pediatric subspecialists
Pediatric surgical specialists
Physicians and advanced practice providers

Overview

Funder: American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) in coordination with Academic Pediatric Association

Program Type: Faculty Development - Teaching Program

A unique longitudinal national program offering highly interactive learning opportunities and fostering an ongoing exchange of ideas and best practices in pediatric education. Participants will learn new teaching techniques, enhance current skills, and work with a local mentor along with leaders in the field of pediatrics to build new capabilities.

Geographic Scope: United States and Canada

Eligibility

General pediatricians
Pediatric subspecialists
Pediatric surgical specialists
Physicians and advanced practice providers

Program Structure

Longitudinal program with participants working with:

Local mentors
National leaders in pediatric education

2021 Program Details

Format: Virtual

Schedule:

Wednesday, April 28: 12 noon–2:30 pm Central Daylight Time
Thursday, April 29: 12 noon–3:00 pm Central Daylight Time
Plus a wrap-up session

Note: Limited space available for each cohort

How to Apply

1. Visit http://aap.org/apexteachingprogram for details on the APEX Teaching Program
2. Access the application through the same URL
3. Submit completed application by November 15

Materials Needed

Standard application form (details available at program URL)

Selection Process

Applications reviewed by program leadership
Selections made based on qualifications and fit with program goals

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What Academic Pediatric Association actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990 filing, 2024

Grants in 2024: 12
Total given: $274K
Median grant: $15K
Range: $9,812–$85K

By dollars: Florida 37%, New York 23%, California 9%. Top recipient cities: New York, NY; Coral Gables, FL; Miami, FL.
0% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
75% of recipients were new grantees, not repeat recipients.

Example grants

University of Miami · Coral Gables, FL

Pediatric research

$85K
New York University School of Medicine · New York, NY

Pediatric research

$54K
Public Health Trust of Miami Dade County Florida · Miami, FL

Pediatric research

$15K
Virginia Commonwealth University · Richmond, VA

Pediatric research

$15K
The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia · Philadelphia, PA

Pediatric research

$15K