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American Board of Emergency Medicine Pediatric Emergency Medicine Certification Examination
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About this exam
The American Board of Emergency Medicine Pediatric Emergency Medicine Certification Examination is for physicians seeking subspecialty certification in the care of acutely ill and injured children. Candidates typically complete an accredited pediatric emergency medicine fellowship and meet the relevant primary board certification or eligibility requirements through emergency medicine or pediatrics. The examination assesses readiness to practice across pediatric emergency care; it is a certification assessment, not an admission test for fellowship. Because eligibility policies can change, candidates should confirm the current requirements with ABEM and their primary specialty board.
Preparation should reflect the breadth of pediatric emergency medicine, including resuscitation, shock and cardiac arrest; airway and respiratory emergencies; cardiac rhythm and cardiovascular emergencies; and trauma assessment and injury management. Candidates should also review the current ABEM examination information and content outline rather than relying on older study plans. Timed multiple-choice review can help identify gaps, but interpreting the clinical scenario and choosing a safe, evidence-informed next step matter as much as recalling facts. Revisit missed topics and clarify why the best answer fits.
How to prepare for the Pediatric Emergency Medicine Certification Examination
- Use the current ABEM content outline to organize review, giving focused attention to resuscitation, shock, airway and respiratory care, cardiovascular emergencies, and pediatric trauma.
- Practice timed clinical questions, then review both correct and incorrect choices to strengthen decision-making and identify recurring knowledge gaps.
- Check ABEM and your primary specialty board for current eligibility rules, examination details, and official candidate resources; verify any cycle-specific updates before planning.
FAQ
Who is eligible to take the ABEM Pediatric Emergency Medicine Certification Examination?
Eligibility generally requires completion of an accredited pediatric emergency medicine fellowship and meeting the applicable primary specialty board requirements. Pathways may involve emergency medicine or pediatrics, so check the current ABEM eligibility policies and your primary board’s requirements.
What is the format of the Pediatric Emergency Medicine Certification Examination?
It is a written, computer-based certification examination. Review the current ABEM candidate information for the applicable format, timing, and examination-day details, since specifics may change.
What subjects should I study for the pediatric emergency medicine board exam?
Review the breadth of pediatric emergency care, including resuscitation, shock, cardiac arrest, airway and respiratory emergencies, cardiovascular conditions, and trauma. Use ABEM’s current content outline to guide coverage and supplement it with focused clinical review.