Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: September 2025

The National Commission for Certification of Anesthesiologist Assistants (NCCAA) is committed to protecting the privacy and security of the information entrusted to us. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, why we collect it, how we use it, and the rights available to you.

Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following categories of personal information when you interact with our website, apps, or services:

  • Identifying information (e.g., name, NCCAA ID, contact details)
  • Examination and certification data (e.g., exam results, CME documentation, recertification records)
  • Payment information for exam fees and certification services
  • Technical information (e.g., device identifiers, IP address, browser type)
  • Communication history (e.g., emails and messages exchanged with NCCAA)

How We Use Your Information

  • Process exam registrations, certification, and recertification
  • Review and verify CME submissions
  • Maintain certification records for CAAs
  • Communicate with candidates, certificants, and program directors
  • Meet legal, accreditation, and compliance obligations
  • Improve NCCAA services and website functionality

How We Share Information

We do not sell personal information. We may share data only as necessary with:

  • State medical boards or other licensing authorities (for certification verification)
  • Examination and testing vendors (for test administration)
  • IT and service providers that support NCCAA systems
  • Third parties when required by law, regulation, or legal process

Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures, including encryption and restricted access controls, to protect personal data against unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration. While no system is completely secure, NCCAA takes appropriate steps to safeguard your information.

Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to provide services, meet certification and regulatory requirements, and comply with legal obligations. When data is no longer needed, it is securely deleted or archived.

Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:

  • Access or receive a copy of your personal data
  • Request corrections or updates
  • Request deletion of certain information, subject to legal and certification requirements
  • Contact us with questions or concerns about your data

To submit a request, email contact@nccaa.org.

Children’s Privacy

NCCAA does not knowingly collect information from individuals under 16 years of age.

Account Deletion

Users may delete their accounts at any time directly within the NCCAA mobile app by selecting Edit Profile → Delete Account. This action permanently deletes account data and associated records from the app.

If you are unable to complete account deletion in the app, please contact us at contact@nccaa.org or visit https://nccaa.org/deleteapp.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

Contact Us

NCCAA
8459 US 42, #160
Florence, KY 41042
Email: contact@nccaa.org