Certification Sets You Apart
This program supports Advanced Practice Provider (APP) education on benign and malignant breast disease. Whether this is your introduction to breast disease or a formal review, our certification resources can be used in your future practice as reference material.
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Program Overview
Eligibility Requirements
The enrollment period for the 2025–2026 cohort is open. This program is exclusive to ASBrS Affiliate Members and is intended for nurse practitioners and physician assistants with at least 6 months experience in a breast practice. Log in to the enrollment application for a complete list of requisites. Not a member? Learn more about applying for Affiliate membership.
Learning Format
Beginning in September 2025, candidates will be granted access to monthly modules comprised of educational lectures and other resources, including self-assessment questions with accompanying evidence-based explanations. Every module was built using the same learning objectives as our surgeon and fellow education programs, ensuring that the education you receive is aligned. At the conclusion of the program in April 2026, candidates will complete a final comprehensive exam in multiple-choice format.
Program Fee
The APP Breast Certification Program fee is $695. This fee is all-inclusive of the application, learning modules, and final exam. Group discounts are available for the APP Breast Certification Program. Registration closes September 15. Applicants must be members of the Society to apply. Please send any inquiries to Laura Randel, Associate Executive Director.
CME Information (2025–2026 Cohort)
The 2025–2026 cohort's program is not yet approved for CME credit. ASBrS plans to apply for AAPA Category I CME credits from the AAPA Review Panel. The total number of approved credits is yet to be determined. The estimated time to complete the program is between 65–70 hours.
2025–2026 Cohort Timeline
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Apply for Enrollment
MAY 16–SEP 15, 2025 -
1
Program Introduction / Risk Assessment and Genetics
SEP 1–30, 2025 -
2
Breast Imaging & Pathology
OCT 1–31, 2025 -
3
Benign Disease
NOV 1–30, 2025 -
4
Surgery 1, Surgery 2, Oncoplastic Breast Surgery, Anesthesia and Pain Management
DEC 1–31, 2025 -
5
Medical Oncology, Radiation Oncology
JAN 1–31, 2026 -
6
Survivorship, Palliative Care
FEB 1–FEB 28, 2026 -
7
Ethics and Professionalism, Core Measures, Clinical Trials
MAR 1–31, 2026 -
Final Certification Exam
APR 1–15, 2026
