Continuing knowledge and professional development is vital to the healthcare-related professions and is an important aspect of the RAC program. Individuals holding the RAC must recertify every three years after initial certification.

Deadline: Recertification forms for the class of 2008 must be submitted by 15 December 2008.

As part of RAPS’ continuing effort to make the recertification process as efficient and user-friendly as possible, paper documentation is not required. Simply complete the recertification form and email it to certification@raps.org or fax to +1 301 770 2924 (attention “Recertification”). or fax to +1 301 770 2924 (attention “Recertification”). Please do not send back-up documentation with the completed form.

RAPS’ certification reserves the right to audit up to 10% of submissions each year. You will be contacted if you are among the randomly selected 10% who will be required to follow-up with supporting documentation.

Thank you for your recertification renewal.

Recertification Guide (pdf)

Recertification is based upon participation in educational and professional activities, including:

• Attending educational programs
• Speaking, instructing or participating in regulatory education programs or products
• Articles and other literary contributions to Regulatory Affairs Focus and professional journals
• Serving as an officer, director or committee member of a professional association relevant to the regulatory profession

Earn Recertification Credits!

dedicated to helping you maintain your important certification status. We provide a wide range of educational programs,including face-to-face conferences throughout the year that cover a wide range of content as well as levels of expertise. RAPS Webcastsare a cost-effective way to increase your knowledge and earn recertification credits from the comfort of your office.

If you are searching for additional opportunities to earn recertification credits while further honing your regulatory knowledge, be sure to browse RAPS’ Professional Development Portal. In addition to listing RAPS’ conferences and Webcasts, other relevant educational providers are included with applicable educational offerings. Participation in select Professional Development Portal courses not only ensures that you are benefiting from the highest level of expertise and instruction the profession has to offer, but eliminates recertification paperwork requirements. Simply list the title and date of Professional Development Portal programs on your recertification application—you do not need to save the agenda or any additional backup documentation!