The BC-ADM Credential
Showcase your expertise in advanced diabetes management.
The person holding the BC-ADM (Board Certified - Advanced Diabetes Management) credential skillfully manages complex patient needs and assists patients with their therapeutic problem-solving. Within their scope of practice, healthcare professionals who hold the BC-ADM certification:
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Adjust medications
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Treat and monitor acute and chronic complications and other comorbidities
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Counsel patients on lifestyle modifications
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Address psychosocial issues
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Participate in research and mentoring
As of March 2020, the BC-ADM is on the list of accepted certifications for the ANCC Magnet Recognition Program®.
Key Information
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| BC-ADM® |
| Eligible Professions | - Registered Nurse (includes NPs and CNSs)
- Registered Dietitian
- Pharmacist
- PA
- Physician
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| Experience | - 500 clinical practice hours in advanced diabetes management within 48 months prior to taking certification examination
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| Other Requirements | - Advanced degree (master's degree or higher in relevant field)
Clinical hours must take place after relevant licensure and advanced degree have been obtained |
| Exam Structure | - 175 multiple choice questions, including 25 pretest/unscored
- Time allowed: 3 hours and 30 minutes
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Major Exam Content Areas
(# of Items / Area | - Assessment and Diagnosis (47)
- Planning and Intervention (48)
- Evaluation and Follow-up (37)
- Leadership and Advanced Professional Practice (18)
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| Practice Exam | - Over 70 multiple choice questions available in two modes: practice and exam
- $39 ADCES Members
- $59 Nonmembers
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| Initial Certification Fees | - $600 ADCES members
- $900 Nonmembers
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| Exam Window | |
| Renewal Requirements | - Every 5 years
- $500 ADCES members
- $800 Nonmembers
- 1000 practice hours
- Professional development requirements: There are six categories, including Continuing Education Hours, Academic Credits, Presentations, Publications or Research, Preceptor, and Professional Service.
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Taking the Exam
The exam is offered in person and remotely. Please visit our testing provider's website for the latest updates on test site closures and flexible scheduling options
Resources for Remote Exam
Renewing Your Credential
BC-ADM certification renewal is required every 5 years. Learn more and access helpful resources.
Test Administration
ADCES has contracted with Meazure Learning to process applications, and schedule and monitor the BC-ADM certification exam. Please note that Meazure recently acquired Scantron. In the transition from Scantron to Meazure Learning, candidates may see communications from Scantron, Meazure or even ProctorU.
Email: candidatesupport@Meazurelearning.com
Phone: 919-572-6880
Verifying BC-ADM Status
Upon request, ADCES provides verification of credential for those who hold the BC-ADM. Contact bcadm@adces.org to obtain verification. Please provide us with their name and BC-ADM certificate number and we will provide a verification letter via email.
Exam Preparation Resources
ADCES offers a number of resources that will help you prepare for the exam:
Candidate Handbook (Updated in 2022)
Your primary source for all the information you need to apply for the exam, renew your certification and explore the exam outline. Includes the four exam domains, the percentage they are covered, a self-assessment tool, and resources to help you fill in learning gaps. Exam domains, along with links to separate study sheets for each:
Domain 1 Assessment and Diagnosis
Domain 2 Planning and Intervention
Domain 3 Evaluation and Follow-Up
Domain 4 Leadership and Advanced Professional Practice
Practice Exam
More than 70 practice questions to familiarize yourself with the exam style. We offer two modes: Practice where you get instant feedback, and Exam where feedback is provided when you complete the exam. Users have unlimited access for six months.
FAQs
Answers to frequently asked questions about the BC-ADM exam and credential for both first time applicants and those renewing.
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