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APPLICATION SUBMISSION INFORMATION HERE:

If you are interested in applying for the VAD-C(TM), please click here to fill out this form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScx_6YlKY3YSoZJ7QpqsmkAfpeJkPKO4XyEbb0gmPoDH7A6KA/viewform?vc=0&c=0&w=1&flr=0



**VAD-C(TM) Frequently Asked Questions**: 

https://iccac.global/media/documents/public/VAD-C_Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQ__5.pdf

 

As of March 23rd, 2023:


**ICCAC Scholarship Vouchers have a deadline to be redeemed->March 29th, 2023. Tests needed to be completed using the Vouchers by May 17th, 2023**



Some extra tidbits: 

  • You do NOT have to be a member of ICCAC to apply
  • You do NOT have to have a google email account to fill out your application
  • You DO need to meet qualifications to take the exam: Be currently working with VAD patients for at least ONE YEAR in a center that is certified in VAD by CMS or international equivalent, -OR- an entity that supports VAD patients (such as industry partners), working in one of the accepted professions (RN division, APP division, MD/DO, Perfusion division, Biomedical Engineering/Equipment Management) and hold a license in your field or have an equivalent educational degree
  • Every application is reviewed by the Exam Candidate Review Committee; You will then get a confirmation email of receiving your information and an updated email regarding candidacy or the audit email requesting more informatio-** 
  • Our collaborating partner, PSI, will then send out your email to schedule your exam (this process may take 1-2 weeks)
  • PLEASE NOTE: We appreciate your patience as we navigate through the volume of applicants 

**Scores will not be available until we have reached our minimum number of

test takers **


Cost of Exam: $375

Certification Good for 3 years before Renewal!



Cost of Certification Renewal: $250

Tentative Renewal Criteria:

(Amending slightly to take into account Volunteer options)

VAD-C(TM) Exam Candidate Handbook: 

https://iccac.global/media/documents/public/VAD-C_Candidate_Handbook_v4.0.pdf

Study Document Options:

Open to the PUBLIC: VAD-C(TM) Certification Exam BLUE PRINT: VAD-C(TM) Certification Blue Print

For ICCAC Members: Study Webinar PowerPoint (PDF file): Let's Study-Member's Only Review


Location of Testing Sites: 

https://iccac.global/media/documents/public/Copy_of_Certification_Site_List_for_MI_Med.xlsx



VAD-C Certification Board
If interested in participating in test creation or joining a subcommittee, please contact any of the following individuals (clicking a name will create an email)

Carole Ballew Tonya Elliott Caty Johnson Sarah E. Schroeder Michael Petty Sarah Comstock

VAD-C(TM) Certification Board direct email: 

vadc@vadcoordinator.org






Again, email the VAD-C(TM) Certification Board if you want to contact us with questions or concerns: vadc@vadcoordinator.org