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Adolescent Medicine Certification Description The American Board of Pediatrics (ABP) in collaboration with the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM) and the American Board of Family Medicine (ABFM) has established a procedure for certification in adolescent medicine. To be eligible for this subspecialty examination, a physician must be certified in either pediatrics by the ABP, internal medicine by the ABIM, or family practice by the ABFM. This document provides the requirements of the ABP. In addition to the specific admission requirements listed below, General Eligibility Criteria for all ABP Subspecialties must be fulfilled to be eligible for certification. (Note: A candidate who has a primary certificate from ABIM or ABFM should contact that board regarding its eligibility criteria.) Examination registration dates may differ for each board. Certifying Organization American Board of Pediatrics https://www.abp.org/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? No ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 10 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Adolescent Medicine Website
Certificate of Added Qualification in Neonatal Pediatric Transport Certifying Organization The National Certification Corporation http://www.nccwebsite.org/default.aspx Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 3 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Certificate of Added Qualification in Neonatal Pediatric Transport Website
Certificate of Added Qualifications in Family Medicine: Adolescent Medicine Certifying Organization American Board of Family Medicine https://www.theabfm.org/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Either training or work experience required, but not both? No ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? No ● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No Certificate of Added Qualifications in Family Medicine: Adolescent Medicine Website
Certification for Special Qualifications for Pediatric Endocrinology Certifying Organization American Osteopathy Board of Pediatrics http://www.aobp.org/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 10 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Certification for Special Qualifications for Pediatric Endocrinology Website
Certification in Emergency Medicine: Pediatric Emergency Medicine Certifying Organization American Board of Emergency Medicine https://www.abem.org/public/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 10 Years ● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Certification in Emergency Medicine: Pediatric Emergency Medicine Website
Certification in Pathology: Pediatric Pathology Certifying Organization American Board of Pathology http://www.abpath.org/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 10 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Certification in Pathology: Pediatric Pathology Website
Certification in Pediatrics Certification Description There are eighteen approved specialty boards of the American Osteopathic Association (AOA). While they set the standards and do the testing, the American Osteopathic Association through its certifying body, the Bureau of Osteopathic Specialists, issues the certifications for all osteopathic physicians. Certifying Organization American Osteopathy Board of Pediatrics http://www.aobp.org/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 3 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? No ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Certification in Pediatrics Website
Certification in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation: Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine Certification Description The intent of the certifcation process as defned by Member Boards of the ABMS is to provide assurance to the public that a certifed medical specialist has successfully completed an accredited residency training program and an evaluation, including an examination process, designed to assess the knowledge, experience, and skills requisite to the provision of high quality patient care in that specialty. Certifying Organization American Board of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation https://www.abpmr.org/About Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 10 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Certification in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation: Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine Website
Certification of Added Qualifications for Sports Medicine Certifying Organization American Osteopathy Board of Pediatrics http://www.aobp.org/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 10 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Certification of Added Qualifications for Sports Medicine Website
Certification of Special Qualifications for Adolescent & Young Adult Medicine Certifying Organization American Osteopathy Board of Pediatrics http://www.aobp.org/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 10 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Certification of Special Qualifications for Adolescent & Young Adult Medicine Website
Certification of Special Qualifications for Maternal and Fetal Medicine Certifying Organization American Osteopathic Board of Obstetricians and Gynecologists http://aobog.org/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 10 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Certification of Special Qualifications for Maternal and Fetal Medicine Website
Certification of Special Qualifications for Neonatology Certifying Organization American Osteopathy Board of Pediatrics http://www.aobp.org/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 10 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Certification of Special Qualifications for Neonatology Website
Certification of Special Qualifications for Pediatric Allergy/Immunology Certifying Organization American Osteopathy Board of Pediatrics http://www.aobp.org/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 10 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Certification of Special Qualifications for Pediatric Allergy/Immunology Website
Certified Nutrition Support Clinician Certification Description NBNSC certification provides an avenue to demonstrate that you have attained the skills and knowledge necessary to provide quality nutrition support care. We have determined the body of knowledge needed to have a basic understanding of nutrition support and developed a fair and valid means to test care providers including physicians, dietitians, and nurses. Certifying Organization National Board of Nutrition Support Certification, Inc. https://www.nutritioncare.org/nbnsc/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years ● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Certified Nutrition Support Clinician Website
Certified Physician Executive Certification Description CPE is the certification of choice for physician leaders. Endorsed by the American College of Physician Executives (ACPE), the credential is becoming the benchmark for CEOs and executive recruiters seeking the most accomplished and influential health care leaders. The CPE certification after your name speaks to your commitment to excellence, and can be a valuable asset toward advancing your career and enhancing your credibility. And of course, there's the personal satisfaction you'll feel when you achieve this exclusive pinnacle in your professional life. When you add CPE to your signature and resume, it tells prospective employers that you have distinctive competencies and skills of value to organizations in the health care industry. Certifying Organization Certifying Commission in Medical Management http://www.ccmm.org/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 10 Years ● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? Yes Certified Physician Executive Website
Child Abuse Pediatrics Certification Description Three years of full-time, broad-based fellowship training in child abuse pediatrics are required for fellows entering training on or after January 1, 2010. No continuous absence of more than 1 year will be permitted. Combined absences/leaves in excess of 3 months during the 3 years of training, whether for vacation, parental leave, illness, and so forth, must be made up. If the program director believes that combined absences/leaves that exceed 3 months are justified, a letter of explanation should be sent by the director for review by the Credentials Committee. Certifying Organization American Board of Pediatrics https://www.abp.org/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? No ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 10 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Child Abuse Pediatrics Website
Clinical Biochemical Genetics Certification Description Clinical Biochemical Genetics is a laboratory-based specialty of medical genetics that involves the diagnosis, evaluation, and management of patients and their families with inborn errors of metabolism, including conditions involving disturbances in the metabolism of amino acids, organic acids, carbohydrates, lipids, and other metabolic compounds. Clinical biochemical genetics fellowship programs provide training in the skills and knowledge necessary to perform and interpret biochemical analyses relevant to the diagnosis and management of human genetic diseases. Clinical Biochemical Genetics is recognized as a primary specialty by the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) [www.abms.org]. Laboratory postdoctoral fellowship training programs in this specialty are accredited by the American Board of Medical Genetics and require a minimum of 24 months of training, with a significant amount of clinical interaction as related to human genetic abnormalities. Trainees entering this specialty must hold either an M.D. or Ph.D. (or their equivalent); the Ph.D. degree must either be in genetics or a related field within the biological sciences. Individuals with a M.D. or Ph.D. earned outside of the United States or Canada must have their degree reviewed by the ABMG Credentials Committee prior to entering a training program. Upon successful completion of training, clinical biochemical geneticists have the skills and knowledge to function as technical supervisors of clinical laboratories as well as clinical consultants in the diagnosis and treatment of patients with these types of disorders and may, in many jurisdictions, be deemed qualified to direct specialty laboratories. Certifying Organization American Board of Medical Genetics and Genomics http://www.abmgg.org/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? No ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 10 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Clinical Biochemical Genetics Website
Clinical Cytogenetics Certification Description Clinical Cytogenetics is a laboratory-based specialty of medical genetics that involves the processing and analysis of the chromosomes of various types of samples with the express purpose of detecting and interpreting chromosomal abnormalities. Clinical Cytogenetics is recognized as a primary specialty by the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) [www.abms.org]. Laboratory postdoctoral fellowship training programs in this specialty are accredited by the American Board of Medical Genetics and require a minimum of 24 months of training, with a significant amount of clinical interaction as related to human genetic abnormalities. Trainees entering this specialty must hold either an M.D. or Ph.D. (or their equivalent); the Ph.D. degree must either be in genetics or a related field within the biological sciences. Individuals with a M.D. or Ph.D. earned outside of the United States or Canada must have their degree reviewed by the ABMG Credentials Committee prior to entering a training program. Upon successful completion of training, clinical cytogeneticists will have the skills and knowledge to function as technical supervisors of clinical laboratories as well as clinical consultants in the management of patients and families referred for chromosomal testing, including those with constitutional or acquired cytogenetic abnormalities; and may in many jurisdictions be deemed qualified to direct specialty cytogenetic laboratories. Certifying Organization American Board of Medical Genetics and Genomics http://www.abmgg.org/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? No ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 10 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Clinical Cytogenetics Website
Clinical Genetics Certification Description Clinical Genetics is the practice of clinical medicine with particular regard to hereditary disorders and is recognized as a primary specialty by the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) Residency programs in clinical genetics are accredited by the American Council of Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) and require a minimum of 24 months of training. These programs are designed to provide the knowledge, understanding, and skills required for the competent diagnostic evaluation, management, and genetic counseling of patients with genetic disorders and their families. Individuals seeking acceptance into clinical genetics training programs must hold an M.D. or D.O. degree (or their equivalent) had have completed a minimum of 24 months of training in an ACGME-accredited residency program in internal medicine, pediatrics, obstetrics and gynecology, or other medical specialty. In addition, combined 4-5 year training residency programs in Internal Medicine/Medical Genetics, OBGYN/Medical Genetics and Pediatrics/Medical Genetics are also available. Residents accepted to ACGME accredited residency programs. Physicians with a M.D. earned outside of the United States or Canada must have their degree reviewed by the ABMG Credentials Committee prior to entering a training program. Certifying Organization American Board of Medical Genetics and Genomics http://www.abmgg.org/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? No ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 10 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Clinical Genetics Website
Clinical Molecular Genetics Certification Description Clinical Molecular genetics is a laboratory-based specialty of medical genetics that focuses on the discovery of and laboratory testing for DNA mutations that underlie disease. Clinical Molecular Genetics is recognized as a primary specialty by the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) [www.abms.org]. Laboratory postdoctoral fellowship training programs in this specialty are accredited by the American Board of Medical Genetics and require a minimum of 24 months of training, with a significant amount of clinical interaction as related to human genetic abnormalities. Trainees entering this specialty must hold either an M.D. or Ph.D (or their equivalent); the Ph.D. degree must either be in genetics, molecular biology, or a related field within the biological sciences. Individuals with a M.D. or Ph.D. earned outside of the United States or Canada must have their degree reviewed by the ABMG Credentials Committee prior to entering a training program. Upon successful completion of the program, clinical molecular geneticists have the skills and knowledge to function as technical supervisors of clinical laboratories as well as clinical consultants regarding laboratory diagnoses of a broad range of inherited disorders, and may in many jurisdictions be deemed qualified to direct specialty clinical molecular laboratories. Certifying Organization American Board of Medical Genetics and Genomics http://www.abmgg.org/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? No ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 10 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Clinical Molecular Genetics Website
Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics Certification Description Physicians who entered training in developmental-behavioral pediatrics on or after January 1, 2005, are required to complete their training in a program accredited for training in developmental-behavioral pediatrics by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education in the United States or the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. Three years of full-time, broad-based fellowship training in developmental-behavioral pediatrics are required for fellows entering training on or after January 1, 2002. No continuous absence of more than 1 year will be permitted. Combined absences/leaves in excess of 3 months during the 3 years of training, whether for vacation, parental leave, illness, and so forth, must be made up. If the program director believes that combined absences/leave that exceed 3 months are justified, a letter of explanation should be sent by the director for review by the Credentials Committee. Certifying Organization American Board of Pediatrics https://www.abp.org/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? No ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 10 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics Website
Diplomate Certification Description A candidate who has received the MD degree and has passed the required examinations is eligible for the National Board certification as a Diplomate. Certifying Organization National Board of Medical Examiners http://www.nbme.org Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? No ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? No ● Renew through Re-Examination? No ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Diplomate Website
General Pediatrics Certification Description The American Board of Pediatrics (ABP) certifies general pediatricians and pediatric subspecialists based on standards of excellence that lead to high quality health care during infancy, childhood, adolescence, and the transition into adulthood. The ABP certification provides assurance to the public that a general pediatrician or pediatric subspecialist has successfully completed accredited training and fulfills the continuous evaluation requirements that encompass the six core competencies: patient care, medical knowledge, practice-based learning and improvement, interpersonal and communication skills, professionalism, and systems-based practice. Certifying Organization American Board of Pediatrics https://www.abp.org/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? No ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 10 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No General Pediatrics Website
Hospice and Palliative Medicine Certification Description A candidate for hospice and palliative medicine certification must have achieved initial certification in general pediatrics or in a subspecialty of pediatrics and continue to maintain certification in order to take a hospice and palliative medicine examination. No exceptions to this policy will be granted. The requirements for Maintenance of Certification (MOC) can be found on the ABP website. All candidates are urged to ensure that the requirements for maintenance of certification will be met in sufficient time to allow acceptance to the subspecialty certifying examination. Physicians who entered training in hospice and palliative medicine on or after July 1, 2010, are required to complete 1 year of training in a program accredited for training in hospice and palliative medicine by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) in the United States or the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. If training began before July 1, 2010, the experience must be consistent with requirements established by the ACGME or with the guidelines of the Palliative Medicine Review Committee (PMRC) of the American Board of Hospice and Palliative Medicine and the American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine. The training must be under the supervision of a director who is certified in hospice and palliative medicine or, lacking such certification, possesses appropriate educational qualifications. Certifying Organization American Board of Pediatrics https://www.abp.org/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? No ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 10 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Hospice and Palliative Medicine Website
Internal Medicine / Pediatrics Certification Description The American Board of Internal Medicine and the American Board of Pediatrics offer dual certification in internal medicine and pediatrics. Effective July 1, 2007, candidates for dual certification must receive training in ACGME-accredited combined internal medicine/pediatrics programs. Training initiated in a program approved by ABIM and ABP prior to July 1, 2007, will be accepted for certification by ABIM. Residents beginning training after July 1, 2007, must receive training in an ACGME-accredited program. A list of accredited combined internal medicine/pediatrics programs can be found on the ACGME website. To meet eligibility requirements for dual certification, the resident must satisfactorily complete 48 months of combined education, and clinical competence in both specialties must be verified by the directors of both programs. The certifying examination cannot be taken until all required years in both specialties are satisfactorily completed. Certifying Organization American Board of Internal Medicine http://www.abim.org Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? No ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 10 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Internal Medicine / Pediatrics Website
Medical Biochemical Genetics Certification Description Medical Biochemical Genetics encompasses the evaluation, prevention, treatment, and discovery of diseases due to genetic defects in human biochemical processes. This area of genetics is recognized as a subspecialty by the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS). Residency training programs in this subspecialty, accredited by the American Council of Graduate Medical Education (ACGME), are one year in duration and available only to licensed physicians who are board certified by the ABMG as clinical geneticists. This subspecialty is also available as a two-year training program for licensed physicians certified by other appropriate ABMS member boards. Training in medical biochemical genetics focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of patients with metabolic disorders. Training does not include those skills and knowledge necessary to direct a clinical laboratory. A medical biochemical geneticist deals with the evaluation and treatment of patients with biochemical genetic disorders, defined as inborn errors of metabolism at any age of onset. Certifying Organization American Board of Medical Genetics and Genomics http://www.abmgg.org/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? No ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 10 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Medical Biochemical Genetics Website
Medical Toxicology Certification Description The American Board of Pediatrics (ABP), in collaboration with the American Board of Emergency Medicine (ABEM), and the American Board of Preventive Medicine (ABPM), offers a Certificate of Added Qualifications in Medical Toxicology. This document provides the requirements of the ABP. (Note: A candidate who has a primary certificate from one of the other 2 boards should contact that board for its eligibility criteria.) Examination registration dates may differ for each board. Certifying Organization American Board of Pediatrics https://www.abp.org/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? No ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 10 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Medical Toxicology Website
Molecular Genetic Pathology Certification Description Molecular Genetic Pathology focuses on diagnosing and confirming diagnoses of Mendelian genetic disorders, diseases of human development, infectious diseases, and malignancies, as well as assessing the natural history of those disorders. Molecular Genetic Pathology is recognized as a subspecialty by the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS). Residency training programs in this subspecialty accredited by the American Council of Graduate Medical Education (ACGME), are one year in duration, and available only to licensed clinical geneticists who are board certified by ABMG or diplomates of the American Board of Pathology. These training programs instruct molecular genetic pathologists in the principles, theory and technologies of molecular biology and molecular genetics. Upon graduation, molecular genetic pathologists can provide information about gene structure, function and alteration and apply laboratory techniques for diagnosis, treatment and prognosis for individuals with related disorders. Certifying Organization American Board of Medical Genetics and Genomics http://www.abmgg.org/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? No ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 10 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Molecular Genetic Pathology Website
Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Certification Description Three years of full-time, broad-based fellowship training in neonatal-perinatal medicine are required for fellows entering training on or after January 1, 1989. No continuous absence of more than 1 year will be permitted. Combined absences/leaves in excess of 3 months during the 3 years of training, whether for vacation, parental leave, illness, and so forth, must be made up. If the program director believes that combined absences/leaves that exceed 3 months are justified, a letter of explanation should be sent by the director for review by the Credentials Committee. Certifying Organization American Board of Pediatrics https://www.abp.org/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? No ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 10 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Website
Pediatric Cardiology Certification Description The American Board of Pediatrics (ABP) has established a procedure for certification in pediatric cardiology. In addition to the specific admission requirements listed below, General Eligibility Criteria for all ABP Subspecialties must be fulfilled to be eligible for certification. ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS Physicians who entered training in pediatric cardiology on or after January 1, 1965, are required to complete their training in a program accredited for training in pediatric cardiology by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) in the United States or the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. Three years of full-time, broad-based subspecialty fellowship training in pediatric cardiology are required for fellows entering training on or after January 1, 1988. No continuous absence of more than 1 year will be permitted. Combined absences/leaves in excess of 3 months during the 3 years of training, whether for vacation, parental leave, illness, and so forth, must be made up. If the program director believes that combined absences/leaves that exceed 3 months are justified, a letter of explanation should be sent by the director for review by the Credentials Committee. Certifying Organization American Board of Pediatrics https://www.abp.org/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? No ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 10 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Pediatric Cardiology Website
Pediatric Certified Specialist Certifying Organization American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties http://www.abpts.org/home.aspx Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 10 Years ● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? Yes Pediatric Certified Specialist Website
Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Certification Description Physicians who entered training in pediatric critical care medicine on or after January 1, 1992, are required to complete their training in a program accredited for training in pediatric critical care medicine by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) in the United States or the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (RCPSC). Three years of full-time, broad-based subspecialty fellowship training in pediatric critical care medicine are required for fellows entering training on or after January 1, 1988. No continuous absence of more than 1 year will be permitted. Combined absences/leaves in excess of 3 months during the 3 years of training, whether for vacation, parental leave, illness, and so forth, must be made up. If the program director believes that combined absences/leaves that exceed 3 months are justified, a letter of explanation should be sent by the director for review by the Credentials Committee. Certifying Organization American Board of Pediatrics https://www.abp.org/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? No ● Work Experience Required? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 10 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Website
Pediatric Emergency Medicine Certification Description The American Board of Pediatrics (ABP) in collaboration with the American Board of Emergency Medicine (ABEM) has established a procedure for certification in pediatric emergency medicine. To be eligible for this subspecialty examination, a physician must be certified in either pediatrics by the ABP or emergency medicine by the ABEM. Physicians who entered training in pediatric emergency medicine on or after July 1, 2001, are required to complete their training in a program accredited for training in pediatric emergency medicine by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education in the United States or the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. Certifying Organization American Board of Pediatrics https://www.abp.org/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? No ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 10 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Pediatric Emergency Medicine Website
Pediatric Endocrinology Certification Description Physicians who entered training in pediatric endocrinology on or after January 1, 1987, are required to complete their training in a program accredited for training in pediatric endocrinology by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education in the United States or the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. Three years of full-time, broad-based fellowship training in pediatric endocrinology are required for fellows entering training on or after January 1, 1988. No continuous absence of more than 1 year will be permitted. Combined absences/leaves in excess of 3 months during the 3 years of training, whether for vacation, parental leave, illness, and so forth, must be made up. If the program director believes that combined absences/leaves that exceed 3 months are justified, a letter of explanation should be sent by the director for review by the Credentials Committee. Certifying Organization American Board of Pediatrics https://www.abp.org/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? No ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 10 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Pediatric Endocrinology Website
Pediatric Gastroenterology Certification Description Physicians who entered training in pediatric gastroenterology on or after January 1, 1996, are required to complete their training in a program accredited for training in pediatric gastroenterology by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education in the United States or the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. Three years of full-time, broad-based fellowship training in pediatric gastroenterology are required for fellows entering training on or after January 1, 1990. No continuous absence of more than 1 year will be permitted. Combined absences/leaves in excess of 3 months during the 3 years of training, whether for vacation, parental leave, illness, and so forth, must be made up. If the program director believes that combined absences/leaves that exceed 3 months are justified, a letter of explanation should be sent by the director for review by the Credentials Committee. Certifying Organization American Board of Pediatrics https://www.abp.org/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? No ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 10 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Pediatric Gastroenterology Website
Pediatric Hematology-Oncology Certification Description A candidate for subspecialty certification must have achieved initial certification in general pediatrics and continue to maintain current general pediatrics certification, or, in some circumstances current certification in another subspecialty in order to take a subspecialty examination. Training requirements differ by subspecialty. Certifying Organization American Board of Pediatrics https://www.abp.org/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? No ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 10 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Pediatric Hematology-Oncology Website
Pediatric Infectious Diseases Certification Description Physicians who entered training in pediatric infectious diseases on or after January 1, 2000, are required to complete their training in a program accredited for training in pediatric infectious diseases by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education in the United States or the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. Three years of full-time, broad-based fellowship training in pediatric infectious diseases are required for fellows entering training on or after January 1, 1995. No continuous absence of more than 1 year will be permitted. Combined absences/leaves in excess of 3 months during the 3 years of training, whether for vacation, parental leave, illness, and so forth, must be made up. If the program director believes that combined absences/leaves that exceed 3 months are justified, a letter of explanation should be sent by the director for review by the Credentials Committee. Certifying Organization American Board of Pediatrics https://www.abp.org/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? No ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 10 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Pediatric Infectious Diseases Website
Pediatric Nephrology Certification Description Physicians who entered training in pediatric nephrology on or after January 1, 1987, are required to complete their training in a program accredited for training in pediatric nephrology by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education in the United States or the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. Three years of full-time, broad-based fellowship training in pediatric nephrology are required for fellows entering training on or after January 1, 1987. No continuous absence of more than 1 year will be permitted. Combined absences/leaves in excess of 3 months during the 3 years of training, whether for vacation, parental leave, illness, and so forth, must be made up. If the program director believes that combined absences/leaves that exceed 3 months are justified, a letter of explanation should be sent by the director for review by the Credentials Committee. Certifying Organization American Board of Pediatrics https://www.abp.org/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? No ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 10 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Pediatric Nephrology Website
Pediatric Pulmonology Certification Description Physicians who entered training in pediatric pulmonology on or after January 1, 1992, are required to complete their training in a program accredited for training in pediatric pulmonology by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) in the United States or the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. Three years of full-time, broad-based fellowship training in pediatric pulmonology are required for fellows entering training on or after January 1, 1986. No continuous absence of more than 1 year will be permitted. Combined absences/leaves in excess of 3 months during the 3 years of training, whether for vacation, parental leave, illness, and so forth, must be made up. If the program director believes that combined absences/leaves that exceed 3 months are justified, a letter of explanation should be sent by the director for review by the Credentials Committee. Certifying Organization American Board of Pediatrics https://www.abp.org/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? No ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 10 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Pediatric Pulmonology Website
Pediatric Rheumatology Certification Description Physicians who entered training in pediatric rheumatology on or after January 1, 1999, are required to complete their training in a program accredited for training in pediatric rheumatology by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education in the United States or the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. Three years of full-time, broad-based fellowship training in pediatric rheumatology are required for fellows entering training on or after January 1, 1992. No continuous absence of more than 1 year will be permitted. Combined absences/leaves in excess of 3 months during the 3 years of training, whether for vacation, parental leave, illness, and so forth, must be made up. If the program director believes that combined absences/leaves that exceed 3 months are justified, a letter of explanation should be sent by the director for review by the Credentials Committee. Certifying Organization American Board of Pediatrics https://www.abp.org/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? No ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 7 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Pediatric Rheumatology Website
Pediatric Transplant Hepatology Certification Description An applicant must be currently certified in pediatric gastroenterology to be eligible to apply for the pediatric transplant hepatology certifying examination. A candidate for pediatric transplant hepatology certification must have achieved initial certification in pediatric gastroenterology and continue to maintain certification in order to take a pediatric transplant hepatology examination. No exceptions to this policy will be granted. In addition, maintenance of certification in pediatric gastroenterology is required in order to maintain certification in pediatric transplant hepatology. The requirements for Maintenance of Certification (MOC) can be found on the ABP website. All candidates are urged to ensure that the requirements for MOC will be met in sufficient time to allow acceptance to the subspecialty certifying examination. Fellows who entered transplant hepatology training on or after January 1, 2011, are required to complete 1 year (12 months) of training in a program accredited for training in transplant hepatology by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) in the United States or the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (RCPSC). Certifying Organization American Board of Pediatrics https://www.abp.org/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? No ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 10 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Pediatric Transplant Hepatology Website
Sleep Medicine Certification Description A candidate for sleep medicine certification must have achieved initial certification in general pediatrics or in a subspecialty of pediatrics and continue to maintain certification in order to take a sleep medicine examination. No exceptions to this policy will be granted. The requirements for Maintenance of Certification (MOC) can be found on the ABP website. All candidates are urged to ensure that the requirements for MOC will be met in sufficient time to allow acceptance to the subspecialty certifying examination. Under certain circumstances, individuals registered for the general pediatrics certifying examination may apply for a pediatric subspecialty examination pending notification of the general pediatrics examination results. Before making application, contact the ABP for information. Physicians who enter training in sleep medicine on or after July 1, 2009, are required to complete 1 year of training in a program accredited for training in sleep medicine by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) in the United States or the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (RCPSC). Certifying Organization American Board of Pediatrics https://www.abp.org/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? No ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 10 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Sleep Medicine Website
Sports Medicine Certification Description A candidate for subspecialty certification must have achieved initial certification in general pediatrics and continue to maintain current general pediatrics certification in order to take a subspecialty examination. No exceptions to this policy will be granted. The requirements for Maintenance of Certification (MOC) can be found on the ABP website. All candidates are urged to ensure that the requirements for MOC will be met in sufficient time to allow acceptance to the subspecialty certifying examination. Under certain circumstances, individuals registered for the general pediatrics certifying examination may apply for a pediatric subspecialty examination pending notification of the general pediatrics examination results. Before making application, contact the ABP for information. Physicians who entered training in sports medicine on or after January 1, 2001, are required to complete 1 year of training in a program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education. Certifying Organization American Board of Pediatrics https://www.abp.org/ Certification Details ● Education and Training Required? Yes ● Work Experience Required? No ● Either training or work experience required, but not both? Yes ● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes ● Renewal Required? Every 10 Years ● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes ● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes ● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes ● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No Sports Medicine Website

Pediatricians, General

Certification Description
The American Board of Pediatrics (ABP) in collaboration with the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM) and the American Board of Family Medicine (ABFM) has established a procedure for certification in adolescent medicine. To be eligible for this subspecialty examination, a physician must be certified in either pediatrics by the ABP, internal medicine by the ABIM, or family practice by the ABFM. This document provides the requirements of the ABP. In addition to the specific admission requirements listed below, General Eligibility Criteria for all ABP Subspecialties must be fulfilled to be eligible for certification. (Note: A candidate who has a primary certificate from ABIM or ABFM should contact that board regarding its eligibility criteria.) Examination registration dates may differ for each board.

Certifying Organization
American Board of Pediatrics
https://www.abp.org/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? No
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 10 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Adolescent Medicine Website

Certificate of Added Qualification in Neonatal Pediatric Transport

Certifying Organization
The National Certification Corporation
http://www.nccwebsite.org/default.aspx

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 3 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Certificate of Added Qualification in Neonatal Pediatric Transport Website

Certificate of Added Qualifications in Family Medicine: Adolescent Medicine

Certifying Organization
American Board of Family Medicine
https://www.theabfm.org/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Either training or work experience required, but not both? No
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? No
● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No

Certificate of Added Qualifications in Family Medicine: Adolescent Medicine Website

Certification for Special Qualifications for Pediatric Endocrinology

Certifying Organization
American Osteopathy Board of Pediatrics
http://www.aobp.org/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 10 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Certification for Special Qualifications for Pediatric Endocrinology Website

Certification in Emergency Medicine: Pediatric Emergency Medicine

Certifying Organization
American Board of Emergency Medicine
https://www.abem.org/public/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 10 Years
● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Certification in Emergency Medicine: Pediatric Emergency Medicine Website

Certification in Pathology: Pediatric Pathology

Certifying Organization
American Board of Pathology
http://www.abpath.org/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 10 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Certification in Pathology: Pediatric Pathology Website

Certification in Pediatrics

Certification Description
There are eighteen approved specialty boards of the American Osteopathic Association (AOA). While they set the standards and do the testing, the American Osteopathic Association through its certifying body, the Bureau of Osteopathic Specialists, issues the certifications for all osteopathic physicians.

Certifying Organization
American Osteopathy Board of Pediatrics
http://www.aobp.org/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 3 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? No
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Certification in Pediatrics Website

Certification in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation: Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine

Certification Description
The intent of the certifcation process as defned by Member Boards of the ABMS is to provide assurance to the public that a certifed medical specialist has successfully completed an accredited residency training program and an evaluation, including an examination process, designed to assess the knowledge, experience, and skills requisite to the provision of high quality patient care in that specialty.

Certifying Organization
American Board of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
https://www.abpmr.org/About

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 10 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Certification in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation: Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine Website

Certification of Added Qualifications for Sports Medicine

Certifying Organization
American Osteopathy Board of Pediatrics
http://www.aobp.org/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 10 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Certification of Added Qualifications for Sports Medicine Website

Certification of Special Qualifications for Adolescent & Young Adult Medicine

Certifying Organization
American Osteopathy Board of Pediatrics
http://www.aobp.org/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 10 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Certification of Special Qualifications for Adolescent & Young Adult Medicine Website

Certification of Special Qualifications for Maternal and Fetal Medicine

Certifying Organization
American Osteopathic Board of Obstetricians and Gynecologists
http://aobog.org/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 10 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Certification of Special Qualifications for Maternal and Fetal Medicine Website

Certification of Special Qualifications for Neonatology

Certifying Organization
American Osteopathy Board of Pediatrics
http://www.aobp.org/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 10 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Certification of Special Qualifications for Neonatology Website

Certification of Special Qualifications for Pediatric Allergy/Immunology

Certifying Organization
American Osteopathy Board of Pediatrics
http://www.aobp.org/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 10 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Certification of Special Qualifications for Pediatric Allergy/Immunology Website

Certified Nutrition Support Clinician

Certification Description
NBNSC certification provides an avenue to demonstrate that you have attained the skills and knowledge necessary to provide quality nutrition support care. We have determined the body of knowledge needed to have a basic understanding of nutrition support and developed a fair and valid means to test care providers including physicians, dietitians, and nurses.

Certifying Organization
National Board of Nutrition Support Certification, Inc.
https://www.nutritioncare.org/nbnsc/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 5 Years
● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Certified Nutrition Support Clinician Website

Certified Physician Executive

Certification Description
CPE is the certification of choice for physician leaders. Endorsed by the American College of Physician Executives (ACPE), the credential is becoming the benchmark for CEOs and executive recruiters seeking the most accomplished and influential health care leaders. The CPE certification after your name speaks to your commitment to excellence, and can be a valuable asset toward advancing your career and enhancing your credibility. And of course, there's the personal satisfaction you'll feel when you achieve this exclusive pinnacle in your professional life. When you add CPE to your signature and resume, it tells prospective employers that you have distinctive competencies and skills of value to organizations in the health care industry.

Certifying Organization
Certifying Commission in Medical Management
http://www.ccmm.org/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 10 Years
● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? Yes

Certified Physician Executive Website

Child Abuse Pediatrics

Certification Description
Three years of full-time, broad-based fellowship training in child abuse pediatrics are required for fellows entering training on or after January 1, 2010. No continuous absence of more than 1 year will be permitted. Combined absences/leaves in excess of 3 months during the 3 years of training, whether for vacation, parental leave, illness, and so forth, must be made up. If the program director believes that combined absences/leaves that exceed 3 months are justified, a letter of explanation should be sent by the director for review by the Credentials Committee.

Certifying Organization
American Board of Pediatrics
https://www.abp.org/

Child Abuse Pediatrics Website

Clinical Biochemical Genetics

Certification Description
Clinical Biochemical Genetics is a laboratory-based specialty of medical genetics that involves the diagnosis, evaluation, and management of patients and their families with inborn errors of metabolism, including conditions involving disturbances in the metabolism of amino acids, organic acids, carbohydrates, lipids, and other metabolic compounds. Clinical biochemical genetics fellowship programs provide training in the skills and knowledge necessary to perform and interpret biochemical analyses relevant to the diagnosis and management of human genetic diseases. Clinical Biochemical Genetics is recognized as a primary specialty by the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) [www.abms.org]. Laboratory postdoctoral fellowship training programs in this specialty are accredited by the American Board of Medical Genetics and require a minimum of 24 months of training, with a significant amount of clinical interaction as related to human genetic abnormalities. Trainees entering this specialty must hold either an M.D. or Ph.D. (or their equivalent); the Ph.D. degree must either be in genetics or a related field within the biological sciences. Individuals with a M.D. or Ph.D. earned outside of the United States or Canada must have their degree reviewed by the ABMG Credentials Committee prior to entering a training program. Upon successful completion of training, clinical biochemical geneticists have the skills and knowledge to function as technical supervisors of clinical laboratories as well as clinical consultants in the diagnosis and treatment of patients with these types of disorders and may, in many jurisdictions, be deemed qualified to direct specialty laboratories.

Certifying Organization
American Board of Medical Genetics and Genomics
http://www.abmgg.org/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? No
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 10 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Clinical Biochemical Genetics Website

Clinical Cytogenetics

Certification Description
Clinical Cytogenetics is a laboratory-based specialty of medical genetics that involves the processing and analysis of the chromosomes of various types of samples with the express purpose of detecting and interpreting chromosomal abnormalities. Clinical Cytogenetics is recognized as a primary specialty by the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) [www.abms.org]. Laboratory postdoctoral fellowship training programs in this specialty are accredited by the American Board of Medical Genetics and require a minimum of 24 months of training, with a significant amount of clinical interaction as related to human genetic abnormalities. Trainees entering this specialty must hold either an M.D. or Ph.D. (or their equivalent); the Ph.D. degree must either be in genetics or a related field within the biological sciences. Individuals with a M.D. or Ph.D. earned outside of the United States or Canada must have their degree reviewed by the ABMG Credentials Committee prior to entering a training program. Upon successful completion of training, clinical cytogeneticists will have the skills and knowledge to function as technical supervisors of clinical laboratories as well as clinical consultants in the management of patients and families referred for chromosomal testing, including those with constitutional or acquired cytogenetic abnormalities; and may in many jurisdictions be deemed qualified to direct specialty cytogenetic laboratories.

Certifying Organization
American Board of Medical Genetics and Genomics
http://www.abmgg.org/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? No
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 10 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Clinical Cytogenetics Website

Clinical Genetics

Certification Description
Clinical Genetics is the practice of clinical medicine with particular regard to hereditary disorders and is recognized as a primary specialty by the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) Residency programs in clinical genetics are accredited by the American Council of Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) and require a minimum of 24 months of training. These programs are designed to provide the knowledge, understanding, and skills required for the competent diagnostic evaluation, management, and genetic counseling of patients with genetic disorders and their families. Individuals seeking acceptance into clinical genetics training programs must hold an M.D. or D.O. degree (or their equivalent) had have completed a minimum of 24 months of training in an ACGME-accredited residency program in internal medicine, pediatrics, obstetrics and gynecology, or other medical specialty. In addition, combined 4-5 year training residency programs in Internal Medicine/Medical Genetics, OBGYN/Medical Genetics and Pediatrics/Medical Genetics are also available. Residents accepted to ACGME accredited residency programs. Physicians with a M.D. earned outside of the United States or Canada must have their degree reviewed by the ABMG Credentials Committee prior to entering a training program.

Certifying Organization
American Board of Medical Genetics and Genomics
http://www.abmgg.org/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? No
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 10 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Clinical Genetics Website

Clinical Molecular Genetics

Certification Description
Clinical Molecular genetics is a laboratory-based specialty of medical genetics that focuses on the discovery of and laboratory testing for DNA mutations that underlie disease. Clinical Molecular Genetics is recognized as a primary specialty by the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) [www.abms.org]. Laboratory postdoctoral fellowship training programs in this specialty are accredited by the American Board of Medical Genetics and require a minimum of 24 months of training, with a significant amount of clinical interaction as related to human genetic abnormalities. Trainees entering this specialty must hold either an M.D. or Ph.D (or their equivalent); the Ph.D. degree must either be in genetics, molecular biology, or a related field within the biological sciences. Individuals with a M.D. or Ph.D. earned outside of the United States or Canada must have their degree reviewed by the ABMG Credentials Committee prior to entering a training program. Upon successful completion of the program, clinical molecular geneticists have the skills and knowledge to function as technical supervisors of clinical laboratories as well as clinical consultants regarding laboratory diagnoses of a broad range of inherited disorders, and may in many jurisdictions be deemed qualified to direct specialty clinical molecular laboratories.

Certifying Organization
American Board of Medical Genetics and Genomics
http://www.abmgg.org/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? No
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 10 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Clinical Molecular Genetics Website

Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics

Certification Description
Physicians who entered training in developmental-behavioral pediatrics on or after January 1, 2005, are required to complete their training in a program accredited for training in developmental-behavioral pediatrics by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education in the United States or the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. Three years of full-time, broad-based fellowship training in developmental-behavioral pediatrics are required for fellows entering training on or after January 1, 2002. No continuous absence of more than 1 year will be permitted. Combined absences/leaves in excess of 3 months during the 3 years of training, whether for vacation, parental leave, illness, and so forth, must be made up. If the program director believes that combined absences/leave that exceed 3 months are justified, a letter of explanation should be sent by the director for review by the Credentials Committee.

Certifying Organization
American Board of Pediatrics
https://www.abp.org/

Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics Website

Diplomate

Certification Description
A candidate who has received the MD degree and has passed the required examinations is eligible for the National Board certification as a Diplomate.

Certifying Organization
National Board of Medical Examiners
http://www.nbme.org

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? No
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? No
● Renew through Re-Examination? No
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Diplomate Website

General Pediatrics

Certification Description
The American Board of Pediatrics (ABP) certifies general pediatricians and pediatric subspecialists based on standards of excellence that lead to high quality health care during infancy, childhood, adolescence, and the transition into adulthood. The ABP certification provides assurance to the public that a general pediatrician or pediatric subspecialist has successfully completed accredited training and fulfills the continuous evaluation requirements that encompass the six core competencies: patient care, medical knowledge, practice-based learning and improvement, interpersonal and communication skills, professionalism, and systems-based practice.

Certifying Organization
American Board of Pediatrics
https://www.abp.org/

General Pediatrics Website

Hospice and Palliative Medicine

Certification Description
A candidate for hospice and palliative medicine certification must have achieved initial certification in general pediatrics or in a subspecialty of pediatrics and continue to maintain certification in order to take a hospice and palliative medicine examination. No exceptions to this policy will be granted. The requirements for Maintenance of Certification (MOC) can be found on the ABP website. All candidates are urged to ensure that the requirements for maintenance of certification will be met in sufficient time to allow acceptance to the subspecialty certifying examination. Physicians who entered training in hospice and palliative medicine on or after July 1, 2010, are required to complete 1 year of training in a program accredited for training in hospice and palliative medicine by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) in the United States or the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. If training began before July 1, 2010, the experience must be consistent with requirements established by the ACGME or with the guidelines of the Palliative Medicine Review Committee (PMRC) of the American Board of Hospice and Palliative Medicine and the American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine. The training must be under the supervision of a director who is certified in hospice and palliative medicine or, lacking such certification, possesses appropriate educational qualifications.

Certifying Organization
American Board of Pediatrics
https://www.abp.org/

Hospice and Palliative Medicine Website

Internal Medicine / Pediatrics

Certification Description
The American Board of Internal Medicine and the American Board of Pediatrics offer dual certification in internal medicine and pediatrics. Effective July 1, 2007, candidates for dual certification must receive training in ACGME-accredited combined internal medicine/pediatrics programs. Training initiated in a program approved by ABIM and ABP prior to July 1, 2007, will be accepted for certification by ABIM. Residents beginning training after July 1, 2007, must receive training in an ACGME-accredited program. A list of accredited combined internal medicine/pediatrics programs can be found on the ACGME website. To meet eligibility requirements for dual certification, the resident must satisfactorily complete 48 months of combined education, and clinical competence in both specialties must be verified by the directors of both programs. The certifying examination cannot be taken until all required years in both specialties are satisfactorily completed.

Certifying Organization
American Board of Internal Medicine
http://www.abim.org

Internal Medicine / Pediatrics Website

Medical Biochemical Genetics

Certification Description
Medical Biochemical Genetics encompasses the evaluation, prevention, treatment, and discovery of diseases due to genetic defects in human biochemical processes. This area of genetics is recognized as a subspecialty by the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS). Residency training programs in this subspecialty, accredited by the American Council of Graduate Medical Education (ACGME), are one year in duration and available only to licensed physicians who are board certified by the ABMG as clinical geneticists. This subspecialty is also available as a two-year training program for licensed physicians certified by other appropriate ABMS member boards. Training in medical biochemical genetics focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of patients with metabolic disorders. Training does not include those skills and knowledge necessary to direct a clinical laboratory. A medical biochemical geneticist deals with the evaluation and treatment of patients with biochemical genetic disorders, defined as inborn errors of metabolism at any age of onset.

Certifying Organization
American Board of Medical Genetics and Genomics
http://www.abmgg.org/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? No
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 10 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? No
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Medical Biochemical Genetics Website

Medical Toxicology

Certification Description
The American Board of Pediatrics (ABP), in collaboration with the American Board of Emergency Medicine (ABEM), and the American Board of Preventive Medicine (ABPM), offers a Certificate of Added Qualifications in Medical Toxicology. This document provides the requirements of the ABP. (Note: A candidate who has a primary certificate from one of the other 2 boards should contact that board for its eligibility criteria.) Examination registration dates may differ for each board.

Certifying Organization
American Board of Pediatrics
https://www.abp.org/

Medical Toxicology Website

Molecular Genetic Pathology

Certification Description
Molecular Genetic Pathology focuses on diagnosing and confirming diagnoses of Mendelian genetic disorders, diseases of human development, infectious diseases, and malignancies, as well as assessing the natural history of those disorders. Molecular Genetic Pathology is recognized as a subspecialty by the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS). Residency training programs in this subspecialty accredited by the American Council of Graduate Medical Education (ACGME), are one year in duration, and available only to licensed clinical geneticists who are board certified by ABMG or diplomates of the American Board of Pathology. These training programs instruct molecular genetic pathologists in the principles, theory and technologies of molecular biology and molecular genetics. Upon graduation, molecular genetic pathologists can provide information about gene structure, function and alteration and apply laboratory techniques for diagnosis, treatment and prognosis for individuals with related disorders.

Certifying Organization
American Board of Medical Genetics and Genomics
http://www.abmgg.org/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? No
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 10 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Molecular Genetic Pathology Website

Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine

Certification Description
Three years of full-time, broad-based fellowship training in neonatal-perinatal medicine are required for fellows entering training on or after January 1, 1989. No continuous absence of more than 1 year will be permitted. Combined absences/leaves in excess of 3 months during the 3 years of training, whether for vacation, parental leave, illness, and so forth, must be made up. If the program director believes that combined absences/leaves that exceed 3 months are justified, a letter of explanation should be sent by the director for review by the Credentials Committee.

Certifying Organization
American Board of Pediatrics
https://www.abp.org/

Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Website

Pediatric Cardiology

Certification Description
The American Board of Pediatrics (ABP) has established a procedure for certification in pediatric cardiology. In addition to the specific admission requirements listed below, General Eligibility Criteria for all ABP Subspecialties must be fulfilled to be eligible for certification. ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS Physicians who entered training in pediatric cardiology on or after January 1, 1965, are required to complete their training in a program accredited for training in pediatric cardiology by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) in the United States or the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. Three years of full-time, broad-based subspecialty fellowship training in pediatric cardiology are required for fellows entering training on or after January 1, 1988. No continuous absence of more than 1 year will be permitted. Combined absences/leaves in excess of 3 months during the 3 years of training, whether for vacation, parental leave, illness, and so forth, must be made up. If the program director believes that combined absences/leaves that exceed 3 months are justified, a letter of explanation should be sent by the director for review by the Credentials Committee.

Certifying Organization
American Board of Pediatrics
https://www.abp.org/

Pediatric Cardiology Website

Pediatric Certified Specialist

Certifying Organization
American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties
http://www.abpts.org/home.aspx

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 10 Years
● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? Yes

Pediatric Certified Specialist Website

Pediatric Critical Care Medicine

Certification Description
Physicians who entered training in pediatric critical care medicine on or after January 1, 1992, are required to complete their training in a program accredited for training in pediatric critical care medicine by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) in the United States or the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (RCPSC). Three years of full-time, broad-based subspecialty fellowship training in pediatric critical care medicine are required for fellows entering training on or after January 1, 1988. No continuous absence of more than 1 year will be permitted. Combined absences/leaves in excess of 3 months during the 3 years of training, whether for vacation, parental leave, illness, and so forth, must be made up. If the program director believes that combined absences/leaves that exceed 3 months are justified, a letter of explanation should be sent by the director for review by the Credentials Committee.

Certifying Organization
American Board of Pediatrics
https://www.abp.org/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? No
● Work Experience Required? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 10 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Website

Pediatric Emergency Medicine

Certification Description
The American Board of Pediatrics (ABP) in collaboration with the American Board of Emergency Medicine (ABEM) has established a procedure for certification in pediatric emergency medicine. To be eligible for this subspecialty examination, a physician must be certified in either pediatrics by the ABP or emergency medicine by the ABEM. Physicians who entered training in pediatric emergency medicine on or after July 1, 2001, are required to complete their training in a program accredited for training in pediatric emergency medicine by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education in the United States or the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada.

Certifying Organization
American Board of Pediatrics
https://www.abp.org/

Pediatric Emergency Medicine Website

Pediatric Endocrinology

Certification Description
Physicians who entered training in pediatric endocrinology on or after January 1, 1987, are required to complete their training in a program accredited for training in pediatric endocrinology by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education in the United States or the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. Three years of full-time, broad-based fellowship training in pediatric endocrinology are required for fellows entering training on or after January 1, 1988. No continuous absence of more than 1 year will be permitted. Combined absences/leaves in excess of 3 months during the 3 years of training, whether for vacation, parental leave, illness, and so forth, must be made up. If the program director believes that combined absences/leaves that exceed 3 months are justified, a letter of explanation should be sent by the director for review by the Credentials Committee.

Certifying Organization
American Board of Pediatrics
https://www.abp.org/

Pediatric Endocrinology Website

Pediatric Gastroenterology

Certification Description
Physicians who entered training in pediatric gastroenterology on or after January 1, 1996, are required to complete their training in a program accredited for training in pediatric gastroenterology by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education in the United States or the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. Three years of full-time, broad-based fellowship training in pediatric gastroenterology are required for fellows entering training on or after January 1, 1990. No continuous absence of more than 1 year will be permitted. Combined absences/leaves in excess of 3 months during the 3 years of training, whether for vacation, parental leave, illness, and so forth, must be made up. If the program director believes that combined absences/leaves that exceed 3 months are justified, a letter of explanation should be sent by the director for review by the Credentials Committee.

Certifying Organization
American Board of Pediatrics
https://www.abp.org/

Pediatric Gastroenterology Website

Pediatric Hematology-Oncology

Certification Description
A candidate for subspecialty certification must have achieved initial certification in general pediatrics and continue to maintain current general pediatrics certification, or, in some circumstances current certification in another subspecialty in order to take a subspecialty examination. Training requirements differ by subspecialty.

Certifying Organization
American Board of Pediatrics
https://www.abp.org/

Pediatric Hematology-Oncology Website

Pediatric Infectious Diseases

Certification Description
Physicians who entered training in pediatric infectious diseases on or after January 1, 2000, are required to complete their training in a program accredited for training in pediatric infectious diseases by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education in the United States or the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. Three years of full-time, broad-based fellowship training in pediatric infectious diseases are required for fellows entering training on or after January 1, 1995. No continuous absence of more than 1 year will be permitted. Combined absences/leaves in excess of 3 months during the 3 years of training, whether for vacation, parental leave, illness, and so forth, must be made up. If the program director believes that combined absences/leaves that exceed 3 months are justified, a letter of explanation should be sent by the director for review by the Credentials Committee.

Certifying Organization
American Board of Pediatrics
https://www.abp.org/

Pediatric Infectious Diseases Website

Pediatric Nephrology

Certification Description
Physicians who entered training in pediatric nephrology on or after January 1, 1987, are required to complete their training in a program accredited for training in pediatric nephrology by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education in the United States or the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. Three years of full-time, broad-based fellowship training in pediatric nephrology are required for fellows entering training on or after January 1, 1987. No continuous absence of more than 1 year will be permitted. Combined absences/leaves in excess of 3 months during the 3 years of training, whether for vacation, parental leave, illness, and so forth, must be made up. If the program director believes that combined absences/leaves that exceed 3 months are justified, a letter of explanation should be sent by the director for review by the Credentials Committee.

Certifying Organization
American Board of Pediatrics
https://www.abp.org/

Pediatric Nephrology Website

Pediatric Pulmonology

Certification Description
Physicians who entered training in pediatric pulmonology on or after January 1, 1992, are required to complete their training in a program accredited for training in pediatric pulmonology by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) in the United States or the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. Three years of full-time, broad-based fellowship training in pediatric pulmonology are required for fellows entering training on or after January 1, 1986. No continuous absence of more than 1 year will be permitted. Combined absences/leaves in excess of 3 months during the 3 years of training, whether for vacation, parental leave, illness, and so forth, must be made up. If the program director believes that combined absences/leaves that exceed 3 months are justified, a letter of explanation should be sent by the director for review by the Credentials Committee.

Certifying Organization
American Board of Pediatrics
https://www.abp.org/

Pediatric Pulmonology Website

Pediatric Rheumatology

Certification Description
Physicians who entered training in pediatric rheumatology on or after January 1, 1999, are required to complete their training in a program accredited for training in pediatric rheumatology by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education in the United States or the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. Three years of full-time, broad-based fellowship training in pediatric rheumatology are required for fellows entering training on or after January 1, 1992. No continuous absence of more than 1 year will be permitted. Combined absences/leaves in excess of 3 months during the 3 years of training, whether for vacation, parental leave, illness, and so forth, must be made up. If the program director believes that combined absences/leaves that exceed 3 months are justified, a letter of explanation should be sent by the director for review by the Credentials Committee.

Certifying Organization
American Board of Pediatrics
https://www.abp.org/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? No
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 7 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Pediatric Rheumatology Website

Pediatric Transplant Hepatology

Certification Description
An applicant must be currently certified in pediatric gastroenterology to be eligible to apply for the pediatric transplant hepatology certifying examination. A candidate for pediatric transplant hepatology certification must have achieved initial certification in pediatric gastroenterology and continue to maintain certification in order to take a pediatric transplant hepatology examination. No exceptions to this policy will be granted. In addition, maintenance of certification in pediatric gastroenterology is required in order to maintain certification in pediatric transplant hepatology. The requirements for Maintenance of Certification (MOC) can be found on the ABP website. All candidates are urged to ensure that the requirements for MOC will be met in sufficient time to allow acceptance to the subspecialty certifying examination. Fellows who entered transplant hepatology training on or after January 1, 2011, are required to complete 1 year (12 months) of training in a program accredited for training in transplant hepatology by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) in the United States or the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (RCPSC).

Certifying Organization
American Board of Pediatrics
https://www.abp.org/

Pediatric Transplant Hepatology Website

Sleep Medicine

Certification Description
A candidate for sleep medicine certification must have achieved initial certification in general pediatrics or in a subspecialty of pediatrics and continue to maintain certification in order to take a sleep medicine examination. No exceptions to this policy will be granted. The requirements for Maintenance of Certification (MOC) can be found on the ABP website. All candidates are urged to ensure that the requirements for MOC will be met in sufficient time to allow acceptance to the subspecialty certifying examination. Under certain circumstances, individuals registered for the general pediatrics certifying examination may apply for a pediatric subspecialty examination pending notification of the general pediatrics examination results. Before making application, contact the ABP for information. Physicians who enter training in sleep medicine on or after July 1, 2009, are required to complete 1 year of training in a program accredited for training in sleep medicine by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) in the United States or the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (RCPSC).

Certifying Organization
American Board of Pediatrics
https://www.abp.org/

Sleep Medicine Website

Sports Medicine

Certification Description
A candidate for subspecialty certification must have achieved initial certification in general pediatrics and continue to maintain current general pediatrics certification in order to take a subspecialty examination. No exceptions to this policy will be granted. The requirements for Maintenance of Certification (MOC) can be found on the ABP website. All candidates are urged to ensure that the requirements for MOC will be met in sufficient time to allow acceptance to the subspecialty certifying examination. Under certain circumstances, individuals registered for the general pediatrics certifying examination may apply for a pediatric subspecialty examination pending notification of the general pediatrics examination results. Before making application, contact the ABP for information. Physicians who entered training in sports medicine on or after January 1, 2001, are required to complete 1 year of training in a program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education.

Certifying Organization
American Board of Pediatrics
https://www.abp.org/

Certification Details
● Education and Training Required? Yes
● Work Experience Required? No
● Either training or work experience required, but not both? Yes
● Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
● Renewal Required? Every 10 Years
● Renew through Continuing Educational Units (CEU)? Yes
● Renew through Re-Examination? Yes
● Renew through Continuing Professional Development (CPD)? Yes
● Does applicant have a choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No

Sports Medicine Website

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