American Board of Toxicology (ABT) Certification Overview

The American Board of Toxicology (ABT) is dedicated to enhancing professional standards and competency in the field of toxicology. By setting rigorous benchmarks for certification, ABT ensures that practitioners in toxicology meet the highest standards of expertise. The Diplomate of the American Board of Toxicology® (DABT) credential is awarded to individuals who successfully navigate the certification process, demonstrating their comprehensive knowledge and skills in toxicology.

2024 Certification Examination Dates

UROGYNECOLOGY AND RECONSTRUCTIVE PELVIC SURGERY SUBSPECIALTY CERTIFICATION EXAMINATION

• Registration Opens: January 2, 2024
• Registration Closes: July 21, 2024
• Examination Window: July 22, 2024

ABU 2024 QUALIFYING (PART 1) EXAMINATION

• Registration Opens: March 1, 2024
• Registration Closes: July 10, 2024
• Examination Dates: July 11 or 18, 2024

ABU 2024 PEDIATRIC SUBSPECIALTY CERTIFICATION EXAMINATION

• Registration Opens: July 1, 2024
• Registration Closes: October 3, 2024
• Examination Dates: October 4, 5, or 8, 2024

ABU 2024 LIFELONG LEARNING PEDIATRIC SUBSPECIALTY CERTIFICATION KNOWLEDGE ASSESSMENT

• Registration Opens: July 1, 2024
• Registration Closes: October 3, 2024
• Examination Dates: October 4, 5, or 8, 2024

ABU 2024 UROGYNECOLOGY AND RECONSTRUCTIVE PELVIC SURGERY LIFELONG LEARNING KNOWLEDGE ASSESSMENT

• Registration Opens: July 1, 2024
• Registration Closes: October 3, 2024
• Examination Dates: October 4, 5, or 8, 2024

How to Apply for Certification

To become eligible for the DABT credential, candidates must:

1. Apply Online: Submit an application via the ABT website.
2. Receive Authorization: Obtain an Authorization to Test (ATT) notice, which includes your Candidate ID # and Client Authorization ID #.
3. Schedule Your Exam: Use the IDs from your ATT notice to schedule your exam through Pearson VUE.

Your name on the ATT notice must match exactly with the government-issued photo ID you present at the testing center. Any discrepancies could result in being denied entry to the exam and forfeiting your examination fee. If your names do not match, contact ABT at candidates@metacred.com at least 30 days before your test date.

Special Accommodations

Candidates requiring special accommodations must submit their request at the time of initial application. Detailed procedures are outlined in the Candidate Handbook, available on the ABT website.

Exam Scheduling and Testing

1. Create a Pearson VUE Account: First-time candidates must create an account on Pearson VUE’s website. Note that account creation may take up to 24 hours. You will receive an email notification once your account is activated.
2. Schedule Early: Schedule your exam as soon as you receive your ATT notice. Exam appointments are available on a first-come, first-served basis, and availability may vary by location.

Important Dates:

• Payment Deadline: August 31, 2024
• Scheduling Deadline: September 16, 2024

If you encounter issues scheduling your exam, contact candidates@metacred.com for assistance.

On the Day of the Exam

• Arrival: Arrive at the test center 30 minutes before your scheduled appointment to complete check-in procedures.
• Identification: Present one valid, government-issued photo ID that matches your ATT notice. A secondary ID is recommended.
• Personal Items: Leave all personal items, including electronic devices, in a designated locker. Only essential items like your ID are permitted in the testing room.

Rescheduling and No-Show Policies

• Rescheduling: You can reschedule your exam to a different center within the current year, subject to availability, by contacting Pearson VUE at least 48 hours before your appointment.
• No-Show: Failure to attend your scheduled exam will result in forfeiture of the exam fee. To retake the exam, you will need to reapply and pay the examination fee again.

Refund and Exam Results

• Refund Policy: The exam fee is non-refundable and cannot be transferred to future years.
• Results: Exam results are communicated directly from ABT. If you need to retake the exam, a new ATT notice will be issued with a new Client Authorization ID #.