Primary Certification
| Primary Certification | |
|---|---|
| EXAM Type | Fee |
| Application Fee | $500 |
| Exam Fee | $1,100 |
| Retake Application Fee | $150 |
| Retake Core Exam | $600 |
| Retake Specialty Exam | $600 |
| Retake two or more parts | $750 |
| Late Fee (received after Dec. 1) | $100 |
Applications and Payment
Overview
The written and oral examination will be offered on Oct. 15, 2026. Applications are open, and the first application deadline is Sept. 20, 2026. After this date, a late fee will be applied.
The AOA cancellation policy applies to these exams.
Subspecialty Certification
| Subspecialty Certification | |
|---|---|
| EXAM Type | Fee |
| Application Fee | $295 |
| Exam Fee | $850 |
| Late Application Fee (within 60 days of exam) | $350 |
| Retake one part | $500 |
| Retake two or more parts | $750 |
OCC Cognitive Assessment
| OCC Cognitive Assessment | |
|---|---|
| EXAM Type | Fee |
| Application Fee | $295 |
| Full Exam | $850 |
| Retake Application Fee | $150 |
| Retake one part | $500 |
| Retake two or more parts | $750 |