Benefits of C-cert

Benefits of C-cert

The new C-cert process provides a timely, convenient, and affordable way for diplomates to maintain certification.
  • Peer-submitted and and selected topics facilitate continuous lifelong learning
  • Convenient annual online quizzes provide ongoing self-assessment of subspecialty expertise
  • Affordable, inclusive annual fee makes it easier to budget other professional development activities
  • Opportunity to earn AMA PRA Category 1 CreditsTM and ABPN self-assessment credits
  • Patients are assured that UCNS-certified diplomates are staying up-to-date in their subspecialty field

Relevant Subspecialty Learning

Each subspecialty engages in identifying the most important and relevant developments in their field to assist UCNS diplomates in keeping current in their subspecialty.

Effective Knowledge Assessment

The new C-cert process provides a timely, convenient, and affordable way for diplomates to maintain certification.
  • 25-question quizzes assess knowledge of article-based content from the annual reading list
  • Real-time feedback provided on incorrect answers to close the knowledge gap
  • Diplomates have up to 6 months to complete online quizzes
  • 100 minutes allotted for online quiz completion
  • 80% pass rate required
  • Three attempts allowed to pass online quizzes