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CCA Eligibility

All of the documents and application forms referred to on this site can be found on the page BCCA PDFs. Information may change and forms are periodically updated so applicants must make reference to the BCCA PDFs page to be sure they are using updated application forms and have accurate information documents. 

Explore the Pathways to CCA

 

The application process consists of completing the general application form (Sections 1-4) found here as well as completing the application form (Section 5) for the pathway the candidate chooses as the most appropriate. (see above and chose one pathway) These 2 forms, together with the requested support material and the application fee ($300 USD)  must be received by the BCCA prior to on the application deadline date.

Regardless of educational pathway, all candidates are required to submit a Portfolio of Clinical Cases Requirements:to document 18 different clinical cases to demonstrate direct patient contact while providing anaplastology services. The 18 cases may include cases done as a student or trainee. 

For more information see the document Application For Eligibility 

All Documents can be found here including Standards, Application and other forms.

Educational Pathways to Qualify for CCA

The BCCA has established Five (5) eligibility pathways that can lead to qualifying to sit for the exam for Certification in Clinical Anaplastology. The BCCA only recognizes degrees or transcripts from accredited educational institutions in the USA. If the candidates received all or part of their education outside of the USA  the education done outside of the USA will need to be assessed by a third party (wes.org) to determine its equivalency.

What is an accredited educational program?

Accreditation is the analysis and study of educational programs. It measures the quality of the programs and if they are offered equally to all students in the institution. If a university is “accredited,” it means a group of experts took time to evaluate its operation system and that it meets the needed standard to be called granted an accreditation. The U.S Department of Education’s Office of Postsecondary Education, also known as OPE, has a database with all the accredited institutions in the country. They do not accredit educational institutions. Rather, they publish the list of those the Secretary of Education described as reliable, in areas like quality and training provided to students.

Check to see if the course you you plan to take is offered by an institution on the Department of Education’s Office of Post Secondary Education here 

Applicants who received their education outside of the USA must have their courses evaluated by wes.org to determine if they are equivalent to courses offered by a USA accredited institution. 

What are the various pathways to becoming a CCA?

Each pathway requires additional courses that provide the candidate with the breath of knowledge and skills required of a Certified Clinical Anaplastologist.  These courses most also be taken from an accredited USA based educational institution or be the equivalent.

PATHWAY 1: Candidates Graduating from Anaplastology Educational Programs

Download PATHWAY 1 Form (PDF)

Please review  the Minimum Coursework Requirements before filling our your form:

  1. Indicate which educational/training pathway you represent. Only provide chart information for one of the five pathways (e.g., Pathway 1 Anaplastology Educational Program)
  2. Indicate educational institution: Name, location of program, date of degree or certificate
  3. Pathway 1 must complete all of the following courses. List completion info, including Institution, Course Title and Dates for required coursework:
    • Course A: CPR/Advanced Life Support
    • Course B: Privacy and Ethical Practices (i.e. HIPAA or Equivalent Training)
    • Course C: Infection Control Practices (covering HIV, Hepatitis, MRSA and Tuberculosis infection control)
    • Course D: Human Anatomy or Human Anatomy & Physiology (eq. to two semesters)

The BCCA is not responsible for classes written into the wrong corresponding course box above.

PATHWAY 2: Candidates With An Advanced Medical Degree

Download PATHWAY 2 Form (PDF)

Please review  the Minimum Coursework Requirements before filling our your form:

  1. Indicate which educational/training pathway you represent. Only provide chart information for one of the five pathways (e.g., Pathway 2 Candidates With An Advanced Medical Degree)
  2. Indicate educational institution: Name, location of program, date of degree or certificate
  3. Pathway 2 must complete all of the following courses. List completion info, including Institution, Course Title and Dates for required coursework:
    • Course H: Painting or Color Theory
    • Course I: Figure or Portrait Drawing
    • Course J: Figurative Sculpture or Portrait Bust Sculpture
    • Course K: Materials and Methods in Sculpture (i.e., Mold Making and Casting) 
    • Course L: 3D Digital Modeling and Fabrication

The BCCA is not responsible for classes written into the wrong corresponding course box above.

PATHWAY 3: Candidates With Clinical Credentials in Anaplastology-Related Fields

Download PATHWAY 3 Form (PDF)

Please review  the Minimum Coursework Requirements before filling our your form:

  1. Indicate which educational/training pathway you represent. Only provide chart information for one of the five pathways (e.g., PATHWAY 3: Candidates With A Clinical Credential in a Field Related to Anaplastology)
  2. Indicate educational institution: Name, location of program, date of degree or certificate
  3. Pathway 3 must complete all of the following Courses. List completion info, including Institution, Course Title and Dates for required coursework:
    • Course A: CPR/Advanced Life Support
    • Course B: Privacy and Ethical Practices (i.e. HIPAA or Equivalent Training)
    • Course C: Infection Control Practices (covering HIV, Hepatitis, MRSA and Tuberculosis infection control)
    • Course D: Human Anatomy or Human Anatomy & Physiology (eq. to two semesters)
  4. Pathway 3 must complete 2 of the following Courses. List completion info, including Institution, Course Title and Dates for required coursework:
    • Course E: Human Pathology or Human Pathophysiology
    • Course F: Chemistry with lab or Materials Science
    • Course G: Medical Terminology
  5. Pathway 3 must complete 3 of the following Courses. List completion info, including Institution, Course Title and Dates for required coursework:
    • Course H: Painting or Color Theory
    • Course I: Figure or Portrait Drawing
    • Course J: Figurative Sculpture or Portrait Bust Sculpture
    • Course K: Materials and Methods in Sculpture (i.e., Mold Making and Casting)
    • Course L: 3D Digital Modeling and Fabrication

The BCCA is not responsible for classes written into the wrong corresponding course box above.

PATHWAY 4: Candidates With A Bachelor Degree

Download PATHWAY 4 Form (PDF)

Please review  the Minimum Coursework Requirements before filling our your form:

  1. Indicate which educational/training pathway you represent. Only provide chart information for one of the five pathways (e.g., PATHWAY 4: Candidates With A Bachelor Degree)
  2. Indicate educational institution: Name, location of program, date of degree or certificate
  3. Pathway 4 must complete all of the following Courses. List completion info, including Institution, Course Title and Dates for required coursework:
    • Course A: CPR/Advanced Life Support
    • Course B: Privacy and Ethical Practices (i.e. HIPAA or Equivalent Training)
    • Course C: Infection Control Practices (covering HIV, Hepatitis, MRSA and Tuberculosis infection control)
    • Course D: Human Anatomy or Human Anatomy & Physiology (eq. to two semesters)
    • Course E: Human Pathology or Human Pathophysiology
    • Course F: Chemistry with lab or Materials Science
    • Course G: Medical Terminology
  4. Pathway 4 must complete 4 of the following Courses. List completion info, including Institution, Course Title and Dates for required coursework:
    • Course H: Painting or Color Theory
    • Course I: Figure or Portrait Drawing
    • Course J: Figurative Sculpture or Portrait Bust Sculpture
    • Course K: Materials and Methods in Sculpture (i.e., Mold Making and Casting)
    • Course L: 3D Digital Modeling and Fabrication

The BCCA is not responsible for classes written into the wrong corresponding course box above.

 

PATHWAY 5: Candidates Who Are Long-Term Practitioners

Download PATHWAY 5 Form (PDF)

Please review  the Minimum Coursework Requirements before filling our your form:

  1. Indicate which educational/training pathway you represent. Only provide chart information for one of the five pathways (e.g., PATHWAY 5: Candidates Who Are Long-Term Practitioners)
  2. Indicate educational institution: Name, location of program, date of degree or certificate
  3. Pathway 5 must complete all of the following courses. List completion info, including Institution, Course Title and Dates for required coursework:
    • Course A: CPR/Advanced Life Support
    • Course B: Privacy and Ethical Practices (i.e. HIPAA or Equivalent Training)
    • Course C: Infection Control Practices (covering HIV, Hepatitis, MRSA and Tuberculosis infection control)
    • Course D: Human Anatomy or Human Anatomy & Physiology (eq. to two semesters)

The BCCA is not responsible for classes written into the wrong corresponding course box above.

Supplementary Courses

In addition to the different degree pathways that are required to be eligible each pathways requires different supplementary courses from the list below.   

  • Course A:  CPR/Advanced Life Support         
  • Course B: Privacy and Ethical Practices (i.e. HIPAA or Equivalent Training)
  • Course C: Infection Control Practices (HIV, Hepatitis, MRSA and Tuberculosis infection control       
  • Course D: Human Anatomy OR Human Anatomy & Physiology       
  • Course E: Human Pathology OR Human Pathophysiology                     
  • Course F: Chemistry with lab OR Materials Science              
  • Course G: Medical Terminology
  • Course H: Painting OR Color Theory  
  • Course I: Figure OR Portrait Drawing
  • Course J: Figurative Sculpture OR Portrait Bust Sculpture    
  • Course K: Materials and Methods in Sculpture (i.e., Mold Making and Casting)     
  • Course L: 3D Digital Modeling and Fabrication         

Application Process

The BCCA strictly adheres to the eligibility requirements for certification.

The application process consists of completing the general application form (Sections 1-4) found here as well as completing the application form (Section 5) for the pathway the candidate chooses as the most appropriate found here.  These 2 forms, together with the requested support material and the application fee ($300 USD)  must be received by the BCCA prior to on the application deadline date. Late applications cannot be considered. Please contact us before the application deadline with any questions or concerns.

Download Application Form

Please click here to view the next deadline for CCA Applications.  This information can also be found by clicking on the “News and Important Deadlines” button on the homepage of the BCCA site.

Candidates cannot earn certification without passing the certification examination.

Incomplete Applications

Applications, the application fees and all supporting materials must be received by the BCCA no later than the published application deadline. An application will be considered incomplete if any of the required information is missing or illegible, or the appropriate fee has not been paid. 

Candidates whose applications have been internally reviewed and deemed incomplete or ineligible will be notified via email. Candidates will be notified of the application’s deficiencies and possible remedies. If the candidate does not respond, or rectify said deficiency prior to the published deadline, the application cannot be processed

Application Audits

The submission of an application indicates a candidate’s agreement to comply with the terms of the audit process. All applications are subject to an audit. 

Candidates may be asked to provide any documentation or material substantiating eligibility.

BCCA will provide audited candidates with a reasonable window of time to submit the requested documentation. Upon receipt of the requested documentation, candidates will receive an audit status -notification via email within 7-10 business days. 

Review Process

Upon receipt of the CCA Application for Eligibility, and the required supporting materials and fee, the Credentials Committee will begin the evaluation process to determine applicant eligibility. Applicants are notified by email of their eligibility (or ineligibility) to sit for the examination. Eligible applicants are instructed to complete and submit the CCA Examination Registration Form and corresponding fee. An official Authorization to Test with examination instructions, location, date, and time information is sent via email approximately 30 days prior to the examination date. Candidates will need their Authorization to Test from BCCA and their government issued identification to be admitted to the testing site on examination day.

Any questions regarding application requirements should be communicated to the BCCA prior to the application date with sufficient time to meet the application deadline.  Contact us 

Cancellations, Rescheduling, Fees & Refunds

Candidates requesting to cancel their testing appointment and/or withdraw their application must notify BCCA in writing no later than 45 days prior to the scheduled examination date. The examination registration fee, minus a $150 administrative fee, will be returned in full. ​

If necessary, approved applicants may postpone taking the examination for one annual examination cycle from their scheduled examination date, incurring a $75 administrative fee, and provided BCCA is notified in writing at least 30 days prior to the scheduled examination. After the above-noted time period, previously approved candidates who have not yet taken the examination will be required to re-apply and pay new fees.

No refunds will be made if the BCCA receives notification after the published refund deadline.

Preparing your application

Application Requirements include:

  • CCA Application for Eligibility Consists of 3 Forms:

  • Non refundable Fee for Application for Eligibility  (Check or money order for $300 made to BCCA or by credit card payment with our secure online payment 
  • Official school transcripts for mandatory coursework and the conferring of the Masters or Bachelor degree
  • Evaluation of foreign education by www.wes.org is required to be sent directly to the BCCA 
  • Supervisor Practice Form
  • Clinical Cases Portfolio submission using the CCA Portfolio Template
     (See Standards for Initial Certification for the  required photographs to be included in the portfolio) 
  • Patient Information Release Forms
  • Signed Application Attestation
  • CCA Examination Registration Form
  • CCA Examination Registration Fee (Check or money order made to BCCA or credit card payment)
  • Request for Special Accommodations Form (if applicable)

The next CCA Application for Eligibility to sit for the exam is February 1, 2026.

The BCCA suggests that candidates planning to submit an application for the February 1, 2026 contact the BCCA administrator ahead of time so we can help the candidate be sure that all the required documents are submitted and the application is completed and on time.

 

CCA Applications who apply by February 1, 2026 have the following upcoming deadlines.

  • March 30, 2026: Confirmation notices are sent to eligible applicants with exam registration instructions and the CCA Examination Registration Form.
  • April 30, 2026: The CCA Examination Registration Form and $800 fee are due to the BCCA.
  • May 15, 2026: An Authorization-to-Test (ATT) is sent to eligible candidates for the CCA administration.
  • July 2026: CCA Administration in conjunction with IAA Conference in Baltimore, MD.

CCA Applications who apply by May 30, 2026 have the following upcoming deadlines.

  • July 28, 2026: Confirmation notices are sent to eligible applicants with exam registration instructions and the CCA Examination Registration Form.
  • September 5, 2026: The CCA Examination Registration Form and $800 fee are due to the BCCA.
  • October 3, 2026: An Authorization-to-Test (ATT) is sent to eligible candidates for the CCA administration.
  • November TBD: CCA Administration at TBD.

For more details on the examination dates, corresponding application deadlines, fees and refund deadlines please see  the News and Important Deadline Dates page.

Portfolio Requirements:

Using the BCCA Portfolio Template

Portfolios must follow the portfolio requirements and should not include more photographs or less photographs than is required. An incomplete portfolio may delay acceptance to write the exam and may also lead to the candidate to not be accepted.

To make it easier for a candidate to complete the portfolio submission without errors the BCCA has developed a slide deck that we are asking all candidates to use to prepare their portfolio. The template clearly states the type of information that must be placed on each slide. By completing the template, the candidate knows the portfolio submitted is complete according to requirements.

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Portfolio  

All candidates who plan to submit an application to sit for the exam for Certification in Clinical Anaplastology must include a portfolio showing photographs of completed prostheses along with documentation for each patient case as part of the application.

For an overview of all the material that must be included in the application see the Application Overview page and the Candidates Handbook.

Download and Complete a Portfolio Template

To make it easier for candidates who use different operating systems or who may not have certain software programs,  we have prepared the Portfolio Template in using an open source slide software Impress  through Libre Office 

https://www.libreoffice.org/discover/impress/

Click on a Portfolio Template and download it. Complete the template and include a PDF version of the completed template as part of the application.

Portfolio Templates:

Frequently Asked Questions:

I’m in college and want to know what courses and major I should take to pursue the CCA designation. Where should I start?

Take a look at the Application Checklist found here. There are 5 educational pathways that enable a candidate to be eligible for Certification in Clinical Anaplastology. Choose a major that best suits your general aptitude and interests and refer CCA general application form found here and the Application Checklist to see the additional courses each pathway requires.

Is the certification exam ever held in other countries?

Unfortunately the Board For Certification in Clinical Anaplastology cannot make any exceptions. Consult with the Application Checklist here or the on the website here to see the pathway that fits best with the education you have and what courses you still need to complete.

I am thinking about pursuing anaplastology as a career but before I make the decision, I would like some more firsthand exposure to what anaplastologists do. Do you have any recommendations on how to receive this experience?
Check the list of CCAs we have on the website here to see if there is a CCA that is local that you can consult with. John Hopkins has a certificate course that gives exposure to training and the field of Anaplastology. Information can be found here. The International Anaplastology Association has yearly meetings and reduced costs for students to attend and a person interested in anaplastology can meet people practicing anaplstology at the conference which may help them to find someone willing to help them.