In 1989 the APTA House of Delegates approved board certification in the area of geriatrics. The first geriatrics specialist certification examination was given in February 1992. As of June 2019, ABPTS has certified 3,065 geriatrics specialists.
Initial Certification Deadlines
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October 1: Reapplication Deadline
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October 31: Application Deadline
Please note: Due to COVID-19 pandemic, the application and payment deadlines have been extended by three months, automatically, without prior approval. Applications are reviewed in order of submission; potential applicants are encouraged to apply prior to the deadline to expedite the review process. An option for an initial partial payment of the application fee will also be available (excluding reapplicants).
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December 28: Initial Certification Exam Fee Deadline
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Scheduling Permits will be issued in late December
Test Dates
February 27
- March 13, 2021: 2021 Exam Dates