OSTEOPATHIC BOARD CERTIFICATION

Welcome to the American Osteopathic Board of Neurology and Psychiatry

Affirm your commitment to ongoing evidence-based education resulting in high-quality whole person care.

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Information for Candidates

Learn about the process to become AOA board certified in Neurology and Psychiatry, including required exams and eligibility criteria.

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Why Choose AOA?

Designed for physicians by physicians, AOA board certification is an important quality marker for patients and employers.

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Maintaining Certification

Demonstrate excellence in your specialty throughout your career by participating in Osteopathic Continuous Certification (OCC).

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Important Dates View All

Jan. – Dec. 15, 2024

AOBNP 2024 Longitudinal Assessment

June 1 – Oct. 31, 2024

Application for AOBNP 2025 Longitudinal Assessment

Oct. 17, 2024 – March 18, 2025

Application for AOBNP Initial Primary Exams

Neurology, Psychiatry

Oct. 17, 2024 – March 18, 2025

Application for AOBNP Subspecialty Exams (Initial and OCC)

Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Geriatric Psychiatry, Neurophysiology

Jan. – Nov. 30, 2025

AOBNP 2025 Longitudinal Assessment

April 17, 2025

AOBNP Initial Neurology and Initial Psychiatry Exams Administration

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