CBRPA was notified by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA) that the RPA examiniation has been accredited by the NCCA. This means that the NCCA Standards for Accreditation of Certificaiton Programs has been met. The accreditaiton was granted for five years . The standards provide a framework that help ensure the development of a reliable and valid certifcation program while also requiring consistancy with federal regulations. This accreidtaiton status plus the analysis done by the independent agency for reliability and validity of the RPA examination attest to the high quality of the examination. For more information click here.
The CBRPA announces a change in address and contact information. The CBRPA contact address is: 225 Dupont St., P.O. Box 1626, Lander, WY 82520. The new phone number is: 307-335-5201 Email can be sent to the Executive Director, Jane Van Valkenburg at: E-mail: jvan225@bresnan.net
The CBRPA has established a new organization, called the Academy of Radiology Physician Extenders (ARPE) as a separate, non-profit entity. The purpose of ARPE is to serve as an educational resource as well as a contact for the exchange of information and resources with other professional organizations. Since ARPE is an educational organization, it will not be a membership organization. CBRPA has incorporated the ARPE and is in the process of appointing a Board of Trustees.
On-line registration will be available starting January 1, 2009 for renewals, application for the exam and other activities being planned by CBRPA. Access for this convenience will be links on the CBRPA web site to pay fees by credit card. The option to continue to mail the renewals will always be available and a choice for everyone. Instructions will be placed on the web site for easy navigation and handling.
The CBRPA is proud to announce and congratulate 26 new RPAs into the profession. 26 technologists passed the RPA examination and are now practicing throughout the US. More statistics on the last exam will be available at a later date. There are now 358 CBRPA registered technologists working in 42 states.
The CBRPA receives a CERTIFICATE OF TEST RELIABILITY from Collaborative Research Solutions, Inc. Collaborative Research Solutions states that "
The results of our statistical analysis have determined that the Radiology Practitioner Assistant (RPA) certification test has a high reliability score indicating that the examination is very reliable."
The CBRPA announces a change in address and contact information. The CBRPA contact address is: 225 Dupont St., P.O. Box 1626, Lander, WY 82520. The new phone number is: 307-335-5201
Email can be sent to the Executive Director, Jane Van Valkenburg at:
E-mail: jvan225@bresnan.net
The CBRPA is proud to announce and congratulate 67 new RPAs into the profession. 67 technologists passed the RPA examination and are now practicing in throughout the US. More statistics on the last exam will be available at a later date.
Congratulations and welcome to Bhawan Oberoi, RPA, R.T.(R) of Texas the newest member to the CBRPA Board of Directors. Ms. Oberoi has taken the place of one of the founding members of the CBRPA, Mr. Ward Keller.
The CBRPA wishes to thank Mr. Keller for his dedication, expertise, and forward vision in founding the CBRPA and helping create this new career choice for radiographers throughout the country.
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The Certification Board for Radiology Practitioner Assistants (CBRPA) announces the testing results for the year 2006. During the 2006 year the CBRPA certified 81 new RPAs. The CBRPA tested 85 candidates for the examination administered in February and July of each year. The pass rate is 95-96% and is a similar pass rate in comparison to other testing agencies within the Radiologic Technology profession. Presently, the CBRPA has 272 certified Radiology Practitioner Assistants located in 44 states. There are currently 73 students enrolled in the Weber State University RPA Program with another 60 students scheduled to start the program in the 2006 Fall Semester.
The following message is from the CBRPA Board of Directors. Hopefully, the information will address any misconceptions concerning the intent of the meeting and information circulating about the meeting.
CBRPA has agreed to attend the meeting in October with representatives from ASRT, ARRT, ACR and NSRPA. Cognizant of the fact that the CBRP A representatives will be speaking on behalf of ALL RPAs, the intent is to negotiate in good faith toward common goals while reviewing any bona fide proposal. However, there has not been any exchange of information or documents among the parties, therefore, no conclusions or decisions have been reached concerning any aspect of the proposed merger. The ONLY agreement that has been reached is to have the meeting to discuss the many issues that must be addressed.
Roland W. Clements, M.S., M.Ed., FASRT
President, CBRPA
ACLS Recertification Required
While ACLS certification has been required to sit for the CBRPA examination and recertification has been strongly recommended, continuing certification has not been required. The CBRPA Board of Directors voted, beginning January 1, 2007, to require a current certification status for ACLS or PALS in order to renew and register the CBRPA credential each year. The rationale for making ACLS a requirement stems the need at the advanced level of clinical practice of the RPA. (2006)
Renewal Due Date
The CBRPA Board of Directors voted to make the renewal due date as the last day of the birth month. For example, if your birthday is on May 5, you will have until May 31 to send in your renewal fee and documents. A grace period of 30 days after the birth month will also be given and after that second 30 day grace period, the name will be dropped from the rolls. To reinstate the credential, once an individual has been dropped from the rolls, reexamination is necessary. (2006)
NOCA Membership
The CBRPA is now a member of the National Organization for Certifying Agencies (NOCA) and is listed on their web site along with other member organizations, such as the ARRT, and ARDMS. CBRPA is actively pursuing accreditation of the CBRPA certification examination with National Commission of Certifying Agencies (NCCA). (2006)
Educational Standards
The CBRPA Board of Directors voted during the annual meeting to emphasize the current educational standards and to implement new standards for the future. To meet the eligibility requirements to sit for the CBRPA certification examination, the following educational standards are required.
| Year 2007 | Baccalaureate (BS) degree required |
| Year 2007-2013 | Courses conducted at a graduate level |
| Year 2013 | Master's Degree required |