2010 Exam Update

The NCBAP is working to make the CACP exam available online for all examinees in 2010. Currently, CACPs seeking recertification have the option of taking the exam online, but first-time applicants must sit for a paper exam. Details have not been finalized and 2010 exam dates have not yet been determined, but the Candidate Handbook is currently being revised and the updated version will be posted ASAP. 2010 exam dates will be along with the revised handbook. The first exam will most likely be offered sometime during the second calendar quarter of 2010. No additional details are available at this time. Please continue to check the website in January and February for updates.

New CACP Exam Domains for 2009 Exams

Be sure to download the 2009 Candidate Handbook for details on the new CACP exam domains, which are in effect for all 2009 exams.

Mission Statement of the National Certification Board for Anticoagulation Providers

In order to optimize the care of patients receiving anticoagulant therapy, the mission is to develop, maintain and protect the Certified Anticoagulation Care Provider credential and the certification process.

National Anticoagulation Certification

The national certification process:

• was developed by a multi-disciplinary board to provide health care professionals a credentialing process.
• evaluates the provider's knowledge and skill to manage anticoagulation therapy.
• requires evidence of experience and a passing score on a comprehensive examination.
• can be one means to improve patient care in anticoagulant therapy by providing a framework to validate achievement of advanced knowledge and skills related to antithrombotic therapy.
• affords opportunity for professional recognition - only multidisciplinary credentialing opportunity.
• is an incentive for career development, personal satisfaction.
• introduces a mechanism to implement a consistent standard of care nationwide.