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NCMA – For State Boards & Regulatory Agencies
National Certification Medical Association (NCMA)
National Credentialing Authority for Allied Health Professionals
Who We Are
The National Certification Medical Association (NCMA) is a national, competency-based credentialing authority for allied health professionals in the United States. NCMA operates independently of educational institutions and training providers to ensure integrity, objectivity, and public protection.
Credentialing Authority Overview
NCMA administers national certification examinations designed to assess minimum professional competency. Credentials are issued only upon successful completion of standardized examinations and are subject to time-limited validity and renewal.
Governance & Oversight
NCMA credentials are governed by an Advisory Board composed of licensed healthcare professionals and subject-matter experts. The Board oversees examination standards, ethical enforcement, disciplinary authority, and credential maintenance policies.
Examination & Competency Standards
- National written examinations
- Competency-based and role-specific
- Pass/Fail minimum national standard
- Periodic content review
Ethics & Disciplinary Authority
NCMA enforces a Code of Ethics and maintains authority to investigate complaints and impose disciplinary actions, including suspension or revocation of credentials.
Credential Validity & Renewal
NCMA credentials are time-limited and require renewal based on continued good standing and completion of continuing education requirements.
Documentation for State Boards
- Executive Summary for State Licensing Boards
- Credentialing Authority Statement
- Credentialing Policy Pack
- NCMA Credentialing Binder (PDF)
Contact for Regulatory Agencies
Email: regulatory@ncma.us
Credentialing Office – National Certification Medical Association
Advisory Board / Credentialing Authority