Certification Name : Neurodevelopmental Disabilities
Certification ID & Type: 2589 – C – Specialty
Certification Description
In 1999, the American Board of Pediatrics (ABP) collaborated with the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN) to offer a certificate of added qualifications in neurodevelopmental disabilities. From 2001-2007, pediatricians were accepted under the practice pathway or a pathway requiring the satisfactory completion of 24 months of training in neurodevelopmental disabilities. After the 2007 examination, all new applicants must apply through ABPN. Only those re-registrants previously accepted into the examination by the ABP will apply for certification in neurodevelopmental disabilities through the ABP. Study of subjects for this certification include: 1.Neurodevelopmental theory, Neurogenetics, 2.Cognitive disorders (mental retardation), 3.Cognitive disorders (learning disabilities), 4.Communication disorders, e.g., autism, developmental language disorders, 5.Neurobehavioral disorders, e.g., ADD/ADHD, OCD, ODD, CDD, Tourette Syndrome, 6.Motor disabilities, e.g., static and progressive encephalopathies, CP, neuromuscular disorders, minor neuromotor dysfunction, 7.Visual and auditory impairments, neurodevelopmental disorders associated with major medical conditions,e.g., spina bifida, severely and profoundly disabled, low birth weight infants, multiple congenital anomalies, 8.Rehabilitation, e.g., traumatic brain and spinal cord injuries, near drowning, 9.Counselling, advocacy, and ethics, including research ethics.
Certifying Organization
American Board of Pediatrics(ABP)(0059)
111 Silver Cedar Court, Chapel Hill, NC 27514-1651
Contact information : 919-929-0461 Email : abpeds@abpeds.org
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Certification Details
More than two years of education or training after high school required? Yes
More than two years of work experience required? Yes
Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
Renewal Required? Every 7 Years
Renew through Re-Examination? Yes
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
neurodevelopmental disabilities, certified pediatrician, diplomate ABP