Certification: Assessment-Based Certificate Program in Pediatrics (ABC-P)

20 N. Wacker Dr. #1575, Chicago, IL 60606-2903

The AAMA Assessment-Based Certificate in Pediatrics program provides comprehensive education in four key topics:

- Well-child care
- Newborn care
- Common childhood illnesses, conditions, and injuries
- Psychological aspects of pediatric care
This program will expand and advance your knowledge and understanding of these important aspects of-and medical assistants' role within-pediatric care.

More than two years of education or training after high school required?
Yes
More than two years of work experience required?
No
Oral or Written Exam Required?
Yes
Renewal Required?
Every 5 Year(s)
Renew through Continuing Educational Units(CEU)?
Yes
Renew through Re-Examination?
Yes
Renew through Continuing Professional Development(CPD)?
No
Does applicant have choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)?
Yes

Core

  1. The certification does not have a minimum education level or has an education level below a two-year Associates of Arts or Associates of Sciences degree and the certification does not have a minimum requirement for work experience or requires two or less years of work experience.
  2. The certification has an education level of an Associates of Arts or Associates of Sciences degree or higher, but has a work experience requirement of less than 2 years of work experience.
  3. The certification has a work experience requirement of more than 2 years but does not require a two-year Associates of Arts or Associates of Sciences degree.