OSTEOPATHIC BOARD CERTIFICATION

Welcome to the American Osteopathic Board of Preventive Medicine

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 Preventive Medicine, 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

Oct. 15, 2026

AOBPM CAQ Occupational Medicine Initial and Recertification Examination

Oct. 15, 2026

AOBPM Written Examinations

Aerospace, Occupational/Environmental, Public Health/Community Medicine
AOCOPM scholarship eligible

Oct. 15, 2026

AOBPM Oral Examinations

Aerospace, Occupational/Environmental, Public Health/Community Medicine
AOCOPM scholarship eligible

Jan. 10 – Oct. 15, 2026

Aerospace Medicine OCC Recertification Longitudinal Assessment

Jan. 10 – Oct. 15, 2026

Occupational/Environmental Medicine OCC Recertification Longitudinal Assessment

Jan. 10 – Oct. 15, 2026

Public Health/Community Medicine OCC Recertification Longitudinal Assessment