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Certification Board of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography™ (CBCCT)

Cardiovascular Health

Administered by APCA

Applications are now open

Apply by 08/25/2026

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This exam is administered by APCA.

SPI Required?

No

Application Window

03/31/2026 - 08/25/2026

Exam Fee

Varies based on deadline*

Exam Window

09/08/2026 - 10/08/2026

The Certification Board of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography (CBCCT) certification program validates your expertise in cardiovascular computed tomography (CT).

Overview

Certification matters–to you, your patients, and your practice. With CBCCT, indicate your mastery in cardiovascular CT.

The exam assesses the knowledge, skills, and abilities that leaders in cardiovascular CT need.

Topics and Anatomy

  • Preparing patients
  • Conducting CT studies and interpreting results
  • Radiation safety
  • Physics and instrumentation
  • Modality fundamentals

CBCCT is the qualified specialty exam for CBCCT certification and Diplomate status.

Practice Analysis

Quality exams start with a single purpose: reflect real-world care. We routinely evaluate and update the CBCCT exam to ensure that it captures the requirements of today’s practice.

Latest Analysis: 2016

Question format & scoring

The CBCCT exam covers approximately 160 questions over 4 hours.

  • Multiple choice
  • Still images and videos for interpretation

Scoring

After the exam window closes, we observe 60 days before releasing scores. Results are published on the following Monday or next business day.

  • Pass/fail score
  • Point scale 300 to 700 (555 or better passes; not percentage or curve-based)

If you do not pass, you must wait until the next administration to retake the CBCCT exam.

Statistics

APCA exams assess the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to practice each specialty. Student pass rates vary.

2023
Certification Passed: 92%
Non U.S.: 100%
2022
Certification Passed: 91%
Non U.S.: 100%
2021
Certification Passed: 91%
Non U.S.: 85%
2020
Certification Passed: 90%
Non U.S.: 84%
2019
Certification Passed: 88.5%
Non U.S.: 75%
2018
Certification Passed: 95%
Non U.S.: 83%
2017
Passed: 89%
Non U.S.: 87%
2016
Passed: 90%
Non US: 89%
2014
Passed: 87%
2013
Passed: 85%

Content outline and exam prep

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Associated Certifications

The CBCCT exam is the qualifying specialty exam for CBCCT certification and diplomate status.

CBCCT™

Certification Board of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography™

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Get Ready to Apply

Cardiologists, radiologists, and nuclear medicine physicians applying for CBCCT need advanced cardiovascular imaging expertise.
See how your training and experience align, and get ready to apply.

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2026 Applications are Now Open

Ready to take the CBCCT exam? Applications are open now.
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Regular application deadline:
June 16, 2026
Late application deadline:
August 25, 2026
Refund deadline:
August 28, 2026
Regular application fee:
$1,195
Late application fee:
$1,395
Refund amount:
$895

*Multimodality discount $50

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