The Certification Exam
One exam, taken in your final year.
The Certification Exam is administered three times a year at Pearson test centers. It tests the knowledge required for safe, entry-level anesthesiologist assistant practice, and a passing score is the gateway to the CAA credential.
- Graduate of a CAAHEP-accredited AA program
- Documented clinical experience in the NCCAA App
- Up to six attempts within a two-year eligibility period
- Results released after each administration
Certification Exam dates
All dates- Scheduling periodNov 9, 2026 – Feb 6, 2027Register and book the February 9–13, 2027 Certification and CDQ Exams →
- Scheduling periodMar 1 – Jun 2, 2027Register and book the June 1–5, 2027 Certification and CDQ Exams →
- Scheduling periodJul 5 – Oct 6, 2027Register and book the October 5–9, 2027 Certification Exam →
- Certification ExamOct 5 – 9, 2027Register and book your exam Jul 5 – Oct 6, 2027 →