Exam Dates, Fees, and Registration
*All exams are non-refundable and non-transferable.
| Examination Date | Examination Location | Registration Opens | Registration Closes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
April 2, 2024
|
Pearson Vue |
Nov 8, 2023 |
Jan 10, 2024 |
CLOSED |
| April 9, 2025
|
Pearson Vue |
Nov 6, 2024 9:00 AM CST |
Jan 8, 2025 |
CLOSED |
*All exams are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Scenario-based Clinical Examination
*Registration will close on the specified date listed unless the exam fills prior to this date. In the event that an exam fills, registrations will be allowed for waiting list only.
*Pearson Vue will contact registered examinees 45-60 days prior to the start of the exam with scheduling information.
| Examination Dates | Examination Location | Registration Opens | Registration Closes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Feb 22-23, 2024 |
Pearson Vue |
Mar 1, 2023 |
Oct 20, 2023 |
CLOSED |
|
Sep 17, 2024 |
Pearson Vue |
Nov 1, 2023 |
Jun 20, 2024 |
OPEN |
|
Sep 17, 2025 |
Pearson Vue |
Sep 18, 2024 |
Jun 5, 2025 |
CLOSED |
Banking Completion - Online BCE
*There are an unlimited number of seats available for this examination. Online BCE's may be taken at anytime during the Examination Dates listed below.
| Examination Dates | Examination Location | Registration Opens | Registration Closes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 3 - Jul 25, 2024 |
Online |
Dec 12, 2023 |
Apr 19, 2024 |
OPEN |
| Sep 6 - Nov 21, 2024 |
Online |
Apr 23, 2024 |
Aug 16, 2024 |
CLOSED |
Banking Completion - Mail-In Cases
*There are an unlimited number of seats available for this examination. Cases must be received at the ABO office at least one week prior to the Exam Start Date.
| Examination Dates | Examination Location | Registration Opens | Registration Closes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Jun 5 - 6, 2024 |
Mail-in |
Aug 16, 2023 |
Apr 11, 2024 |
OPEN |
Banking Completion - BCOE Retake
*There are a limited number of seats available for this examination.
*Exam Schedules are sent 2 months prior to the start of the exam week.
| Examination Dates | Examination Location | Registration Opens | Registration Closes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Jun 5 - 6, 2024 |
Web-based/Live |
Aug 16, 2023 |
Mar 21, 2024 |
CLOSED |
*All exams are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Certification Renewal / Voluntary Renewal - BCE
*There are an unlimited number of seats available for this examination. Online BCE's may be taken at anytime during the Examination Dates listed below.
| Examination Dates | Examination Location | Registration Opens | Registration Closes | Exam & AJODO Due | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 5-Jun 20, 2024 |
Online |
Aug 16, 2023 |
Jun 7, 2024 |
Jun 20, 2024 |
OPEN |
| Jul 9-Dec 12, 2024 |
Online |
Mar 12, 2024 |
Nov 20, 2024 |
Dec 12, 2024 |
Certification Renewal / Voluntary Renewal - Mail-in Cases
*There are an unlimited number of seats available for this examination. Cases must be received at the ABO office at least one week prior to the Exam Start Date.
| Examination Dates | Examination Location | Registration Opens | Registration Closes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Jun 5 - 6, 2024 |
Mail-in |
Aug 16, 2023 |
Apr 11, 2024 |
OPEN |
*All fees paid to the ABO including, but not limited to annual fees, verification, and exam registration fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Written Examination Fees
|
Application |
$400.00 |
|
Registration |
$740.00 |
|
Written Examination Total |
$1,140.00 |
|
Written Re-Examination *Within 5 years from first Written Examination Attempt |
$740.00 |
Clinical Examination Fees
|
Scenario-based Clinical Examination |
$1,875.00 |
|
Scenario-based Clinical Re-Examination *Within 2 years from first Scenario-based Clinical Examination Attempt |
$1,475.00 |
|
Certification Renewal Examination |
$500.00 |
|
Voluntary Certification Renewal Examination |
$150.00 |
|
BCOE Re-Examination (Web-based) |
$300.00 |
|
ICE Re-Examination (by Mail) / BCE |
$150/case |
|
ICE Balance of Cases (by Mail) / BCE |
$0.00 |
Maintenance Fees
|
ABO Annual Fee Pay Annual Fee |
$260.00 |
The ABO is approved under Section 3689 for test fee reimbursement with GI Bill funds for eligible examinees. For more information, visit http://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill/licensing_certification.asp.