I applied and am approved to take the certification exam. How long am I eligible to take the exam?
All approved applicants have three years to take the certification exam, beginning the year their application was approved. For example, if your application was approved in 2024, you will be able to take the exam in 2024, 2025, and/or 2026. To take the exam after 2026, you will need submit a new application and be approved for a new three-year eligibility period by the Board.
How do I register for the certification exam?
Approved applicants may register for the certification exam online via ABPM's Physician Portal. Log in at https://physicianportal.theabpm.org/abpmssa/f?p=STDSSA:101:::::P101_VC,P101_CONTEXT,CUST_CONTEXT,G_SUCCESS_URL:,,,ssaauthmenu.show_top_menu:.
Can I reschedule my exam appointment to a different date and/or time?
Yes. To reschedule your appointment, you must contact Pearson VUE no later than 24 hours prior to your original exam appointment. You can reach Pearson VUE staff via phone Monday through Friday, 7am to 7pm CT, at 888-839-7768 in the United States and Canada.
Candidates who reschedule their exam less than 24 hours before their original apppointment time will be subject to a same-day forfeit exam fee.
How do I confirm my exam appointment time?
You can confirm your examination appointment time at https://home.pearsonvue.com/theabpm. Please log in to your Pearson VUE account and enter your candidate number (PTI ID) to confirm your appointment. You may also contact Pearson VUE via phone Monday through Friday, 7am to 7pm CT, at 888-839-7768 in the United States and Canada. To help locate your record, tell the agent that the examination is sponsored by Professional Testing (PTI).
How will I find out about test-day changes to my testing appointment?
Pearson VUE will contact candidates if there are any test-day changes. Please be sure to check your email on the day of your exam appointment for any updates.