Credential Process Flashcards
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A PA-C who graduated from a non-ARC-PA-accredited international program wishes to become NCCPA certified. What is the first step?
Answer: There is no pathway; only ARC-PA graduates are eligible
NCCPA requires graduation from an ARC-PA-accredited PA program as a non-negotiable prerequisite; there is no alternative pathway for non-accredited international graduates.
Which of the following correctly describes the structure of the PANCE blueprint?
Answer: Organized by both organ system and physician task, with tasks weighted by frequency in PA practice
The PANCE blueprint uses two dimensions—organ system and physician task—with tasks weighted to reflect how frequently PAs encounter them in clinical practice.
What is the scaled passing score for the PANCE?
Answer: 400
The PANCE passing scaled score is 400 on NCCPA's 200–800 scoring scale.
A PA-C requests verification of their certification status for a hospital credentialing committee. How can the committee independently verify this?
Answer: Through NCCPA's publicly searchable online verification tool
NCCPA maintains a public online directory where anyone can verify a PA's current certification status by name or ID number.
An applicant submits a PANCE application with falsified clinical training hours. What is the most severe potential NCCPA sanction?
Answer: Permanent bar from NCCPA certification
Fraudulent applications can result in permanent ineligibility for NCCPA certification, the most severe sanction available.
During a CME audit, NCCPA requests documentation for credits a PA-C logged. Which document is the most appropriate proof of Category 1 CME attendance?
Answer: An AAPA-issued certificate of completion with credit hours listed
An AAPA-issued certificate of completion that lists the credit hours and accreditation is the required documentation for Category 1 CME.
How long must a PA-C retain CME documentation in case of an NCCPA audit?
Answer: For at least 3 years after the cycle ends
NCCPA recommends retaining CME documentation for at least 3 years after the certification cycle in which the credits were earned.