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The International Board of Heart Rhythm Examiners (IBHRE®) has established itself as a certifying body to promote the highest standards of cardiac rhythm management and to recognize cardiac care professionals who have mastered this unique subspecialty. By choosing to review this Handbook, you have taken the first step toward joining a select group of physicians and allied professionals who have distinguished themselves by earning certification through IBHRE.  \nIBHRE offers certifications based in specific areas of the heart rhythm management field. Each certification can be obtained by meeting IBHRE qualifications and successfully passing a computer-based examination. These certifications include:  \n• Certified Cardiac Device Specialist (Physician and Allied Professional)  \n• Certified Electrophysiology Specialist (Allied Professional)  \n• Certified Electrophysiology Specialist-Adult (Physician)  \n• Certified Electrophysiology Specialist-Pediatric (Physician)  \n• Cardiac Device Remote Monitoring Specialist (Allied Professional)  \nCCDS  \nCEPSCEPS-A  \nCEPS-PCDRMS  \nThis handbook summarizes key aspects ofthe IBHRE® certification programs and is intended to help you understand the process toward earning and maintaining IBHRE certification. Now that you are preparing to take the examination, this handbook will serve as a valuable reference to:  \n• Understand the IBHRE certification process  \n• Gather the appropriate eligibility materials to submit your exam application  \n• Study and prepare for the IBHRE physician or allied professional examination  \n• Maintain IBHRE certification after passing  \nIBHRE exams are developed by international experts in the field of heart rhythm management in conjunction with a contracted testing agency. The exams test competencies necessary to provide quality patient care in cardiac pacing, electrophysiology, and device remote monitoring.  \nThis handbook cannot address every potential question, policy detail or program change. It will, however, supplement program information provided on the IBHRE website ( [IBHRE.org](IBHRE.org)) . You may also contact IBHRE staff at info@ibhre. org with additional questions.  \nGood luck and best wishes on earning an IBHRE certification.  \nCharles M. Love MD, FHRS, FAHA, CCDS President IBHRE Board of Directors  \nTracy Lofty, MSA, CAE Chief Executive Officer, IBHRE  \nIBHRE Certification Candidate Handbook for the Physician and Allied Professional 2  \nTable of Contents  \nSECTION I: About IBHRE …………..……..........4  \nItem 1. IBHRE Mission Statement  \nItem 2. Organizational History SECTION II: Certification Program ……….........5  \nItem 1. What is IBHRE Certification?  \nItem 2. Why Become Certified? Item 3. Examinations Offered Item 4. IBHRE Accreditation  \nSECTION III: Exam Information   7  \nItem 1. Exam Development  \nItem 2. Exam Topics Item 3. Exam Scoring  \nItem 4. Score Reliability  \nItem 5. Exam Administration  \nItem 6. Exam Language  \nItem 7. Exam & Question Format Item 8. Exam Blueprint: CCDS  \nItem 9. Exam Blueprint: CEPS (Allied Professional) Item 10. Exam Blueprint: Shared Core Sections for CEPS-A and CEPS-P (Physician)  \nItem 11. Exam Blueprint: CEPS-A (Physician)  \nItem 12. Exam Blueprint: CEPS-P (Physician)  \nItem 13. Exam Blueprint: CDRMS  \nSECTION IV: Candidate Information   27  \nItem 1. Certification Process  \nItem 2. Exam Dates & Registration Deadlines Item 3. Verification of Eli","cbCaivmrB5ixGKuh","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaivmrB5ixGKuh","pdf",3276673,59,"English","# SECTION I: About IBHRE\n## Item 1. IBHRE Mission Statement\n## Item 2. Organizational History\n# SECTION II: Certification Program\n## Item 1. What is IBHRE Certification?\n## Item 2. Why Become Certified?\n## Item 3. Examinations Offered\n## Item 4. IBHRE Accreditation\n# SECTION III: Exam Information\n## Item 1. Exam Development\n## Item 2. Exam Topics\n## Item 3. Exam Scoring\n## Item 4. Score Reliability\n## Item 5. Exam Administration\n## Item 6. Exam Language\n## Item 7. Exam & Question Format\n## Item 8. Exam Blueprint: CCDS\n## Item 9. Exam Blueprint: CEPS (Allied Professional)\n## Item 10. Exam Blueprint: Shared Core Sections for CEPS-A and CEPS-P (Physician)\n## Item 11. Exam Blueprint: CEPS-A (Physician)\n## Item 12. Exam Blueprint: CEPS-P (Physician)\n## Item 13. Exam Blueprint: CDRMS\n# SECTION IV: Candidate Information\n## Item 1. Certification Process\n## Item 2. Exam Dates & Registration Deadlines\n## Item 3. Verification of Eligibility\n## Item 4. Eligibility Requirements and Documentation\n## Item 5. Review and Appeals Policy\n## Item 6. Exam Application Process\n## Item 7. Challenges Fulfilling Certification\n## Item 8. Exam Responsibilities\n## Item 9. Fees & Submission of Payment\n## Item 10. Cancellations & Refunds\n## Item 11. Computer-Based Testing Centers\n## Item 12. Scheduling Exam Appointments\n## Item 13. Requesting Special Accommodations\n# SECTION V: Exam Resources\n## Item 1. Exam Disclaimer\n## Item 2. Exam Resources and Study Tips\n## Item 3. Recommended Reading Lists\n## Item 4. Computer-Based Testing Tutorials\n## Item 5. Online Information Resources\n# SECTION VI: Exam Day\n## Item 1. What to Bring\n## Item 2. Testing Session\n## Item 3. Break Time\n## Item 4. Test Center Regulations\n## Item 5. Exit Survey\n## Item 6. Exam Security\n## Item 7. IBHRE Complaint Policy\n# SECTION VII: Post Exam Day\n## Item 1. Exam Results\n## Item 2. Successful Candidates\n## Item 3. Certificates\n## Item 4. Certification Pins\n## Item 5. Retaking the Exam\n## Item 6. Name Change Requests\n# SECTION VIII: IBHRE Certification\n## Item 1. IBHRE Ethics Policy\n## Item 2. Confidentiality & Impartiality Statement\n## Item 3. IBHRE Certification Designations\n## Item 4. Proper Use of Marks and Designations\n## Item 5. Continuing Competence\n## Item 6. Verification of Certification Status\n## Item 7. Grievance Policy\n# SECTION IX: Additional Information\n## Item 1. Organizational Policies\n## Item 2. Limited Liability\n## Item 3. Nondiscrimination\n## Item 4. 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