MASTER OF SCIENCE IN ANESTHESIA - Jacksonville

8 | Master of Science in Anesthesia • performing duties in intensive care units, pain clinics, and other settings, as appropriate • training and supervising personnel in the calibration, troubleshooting, and use of patient monitors • performing administrative duties in an anesthesiology practice or anesthesiology department, such as ♦ patient record management ♦ procedure coding and billing ♦ management of personnel • participating in the clinical instruction of others What is the accrediting body for this program? The Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) accredits AA training programs. Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs 25400 U.S. Highway 19 North, Suite 158 Clearwater, FL 33763 (727) 210-2350 (727) 210-2354 fax caahep.org What is the certification process for a CAA? Graduates or senior students in an anesthesiologist assistant (AA) educational program that has been accredited by CAAHEP may apply for initial certification. Initial certifica- tion is awarded to an AA who has successfully completed the Certifying Examination for Anesthesiologist Assistants administered by the NCCAA in collaboration with the National Board of Medical Examiners (NBME). Certified AAs are permitted to use the designation “CAA” to indicate that they are currently certified. Does a CAA have to recertify? Yes. In order to maintain certification after passing the initial examination, CAAs must submit documentation to the NCCAA that they have completed 40 hours of continu- ing medical education every two years. In addition, every six years, they must pass the Examination for Continued Demonstration of Qualifications. Where would a CAA practice? The use of CAAs within the anesthesia care team across the country is a dynamic and evolving process. ✔ TIP For the latest and most accurate information about the range of practice oppor- tunities, please contact your state board of medicine or the American Academy of Anesthesiologist Assistants. CERTIFIEDANESTHESIOLOGIST ASSISTANT PROFESSION FAQ, continued