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Board Certification in Gerontology

Demonstrate your commitment to excellence with older adult populations by obtaining AOTA’s Board Certification in Gerontology.

Eligibility

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Learn if you're eligible for board certification in gerontology.

Eligibility

Process

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The roadmap to AOTA Advanced Certification is comprised of six essential steps, taking you from initial certification through certification maintenance.

Advanced Certification process

Application & fees

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View the pricing, timeline, and general information about the application process for Advanced Certification.

Application and fees

Preparation

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Explore resources to help you prepare for the AOTA Advanced Certification exams.

Testing accommodations

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If you require special accommodations in order to sit for the examination, you should contact the Advanced Certification Program.

Request testing accommodations

FAQs

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Check out our responses to the most frequently asked questions.

FAQs

Recertification

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You worked hard to earn your advanced certification; learn how to maintain it.

Recertification

Exam development & reporting

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Exam Structure

The exam consists of 150 multiple-choice items designed to test the application and analysis of information specific to specialty practice in your chosen exam area.

BCG Pass Rate

Policies

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View policies on nondiscrimination, appeal of decisions, and complaints.

Policies