Certification Name : Certified PACS Associate
Certification ID & Type: 10988 – A – Core
Certification Description
A summary of the requirements for the certification of a CPAS, or Certified PACS Associate are listed here. The focus is on general technical and clinical understanding. This certification is achieved by passing the 2 exams listed below.
-CPAS-Technical: Individuals are able to demonstrate their knowledge of general technical skills related to Imaging Informatics.
-CPAS-Clinical: Individuals are able to demonstrate their knowledge of general clinical skills related to Imaging Informatics.
Certifying Organization
PACS Administrators Registry and Certification Association(PARCA)(1603)
PARCA PO Box 51049 Denton, TX 76206
Contact information : 940-365-3083 Email : service@pacsadmin.org
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Certification Details
More than two years of education or training after high school required? No
More than two years of work experience required? No
Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
Renewal Required? Every 3 Years
Renew through Continuing Educational Units(CEU)? No
Renew through Re-Examination? Yes
Renew through Continuing Professional Development(CPD)? No
Does applicant have choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? No
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Certification/ Career/ Job Keywords
radiology certification, radiology,