Exam Preparation

Preparing for ABPath Certification Exams

The following tools and resources will help candidates in preparing for ABPath Primary and Subspecialty examinations.

A Message from the CEO

Candidate Examination Preparation: Do’s and Don’ts

As we gear up for the upcoming board certification exams, I wanted to take a moment to offer some valuable tips on how to prepare. While I’ll certainly be citing reliable references to support my suggestions, I’ll also add a dash of common sense—something we’re all familiar with, yet occasionally overlook in the heat of exam prep. Let’s dive in and ensure you’re ready for success on exam day.

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Content Specifications, Exam Blueprints and Daily Schedules

Primary Exams

Subspecialty Exams

Exam Descriptions

Primary Exam Descriptions

Subspecialty Exam Descriptions

Terminology

Abbreviations and Terminology

Terminology Changes for 2024

Guidelines and Key Manuscripts – New!

Guidelines and Key Manuscripts

Virtual Microscopy Practice Site

ABPath certification exams use Virtual Microscopy (VM) technology for viewing microscopic images to answer select exam questions. Microscopes and glass slides are no longer used in certification exams.The VM site gives candidates an opportunity to practice and become familiar with VM functionality.

Practice Tutorial for Certification Exams

The Practice Tutorial will help familiarize candidates with the functions and features of taking ABPath certification exams.

Sample Exam Questions

Sample exam questions to demonstrate exam question formats.