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The regulatory function is vital in making safe and effective healthcare products available worldwide. Individuals who ensure regulatory compliance and prepare submissions, as well as those whose main job function is clinical affairs or quality assurance are all considered regulatory professionals.
One of our most valuable contributions to the profession is the Regulatory Code of Ethics. The Code of Ethics provides regulatory professionals with core values that hold them to the highest standards of professional conduct.
Your membership opens the door to free learning resources on demand. Check out the Member Knowledge Center for free webcasts, publications and online courses.
Like all professions, regulatory is based on a shared set of competencies. The Regulatory Competency Framework describes the essential elements of what is required of regulatory professionals at four major career and professional levels.
Join the brightest minds in regulatory at the annual Regulatory Convergence. See the global regulatory community in action. Intensive workshops. Topical sessions. Meet ups with regulators. This is where it all comes together.
With so many global regulation changes, staying informed is a challenge. Join other regulatory professionals as you navigate the gray together.
For 20 years, our flagship publication, Fundamentals of US Regulatory Affairs, has been giving regulatory professionals the insights and answers they need, right at their fingertips.
There are hundreds of RAC testing centers available worldwide. Either RAC exam (Devices and Drugs) may be taken at any location. Find an upcoming exam at a location near you.
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RAC Application Fees
Member
Nonmember
Exam Registration
$485
$605
Change in Test Site Location and/or Date (after scheduling)
$50 (payable to testing vendor)
Processing fee for withdrawn, cancelled or incomplete applications
$100
Rescheduling fee prior to application deadline
No Charge
Rescheduling fee after application deadline
$250
Change in examination (e.g., Device to Drugs)
$50
The RAPS member rate applies only if you are a member at the time you submit your application. If you apply for RAPS membership prior to submitting an RAC application, please be sure you receive confirmation of your RAPS membership before you submit your RAC application. If you apply for RAPS membership after you submit an RAC application, RAPS will not refund the difference.
For information about RAPS membership visit RAPS.org/join-raps.
The correct payment must accompany your application. You may submit your application and payment in the following ways:
RAPS accepts all major credit cards.
Mail to: Regulatory Affairs Professionals Society Attn: RAC Program Office 5635 Fishers Lane Suite 400 Rockville, MD 20852 USA
Fax a completed application form and copy of bank wire confirmation to confirm your application to: RAPS Account #1000043228997; ABA #061000104 Swift Code SNTRUS3A; Suntrust Bank, 303 Peachtree St. NE, Atlanta, GA 30308. Must reference name of candidate. All bank charges are the responsibility of the payer. For all wire payments: fax (+1 301 770 2924) or email (certification@raps.org) a completed form and copy of bank wire confirmation to confirm your registration.
You will receive an email notification thanking you for your order, which signifies that your application has been received. If there are any questions about your application or your application is selected for audit, you will be contacted by the RAC program office. If you have additional questions about your application, please contact RAPS customer service at +1 (301) 770-2920 ext. 200 or by email at certification@raps.org.