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Before you submit your application for National Board Certification, be sure that you read and understand all of the important information that will be relevant to your candidacy:

• Have you read and do you understand all of the policies, procedures and timelines outlined in the Guide to National Board Certification (PDF - 1.7mb)?
• Do you meet the eligibility prerequisites for seeking National Board Certification?
• Have you learned about fee assistance that may be available in your state, and are you familiar with your state’s process and deadlines for applying for available funding? Visit the State & Local Information page for more information.
• Do you wish to request testing accommodations?

Before proceeding to the application, please verify: