The AMCA Certification Board was established in 2013 to be an autonomous and independent board of the AMCA, LLC. The AMCA Certification Board complies with national accreditation standards set by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA).
The Certification Board has independent decision-making authority for all essential certification program policies which include:
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Eligibility requirements for initial certification
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Recertification, or renewal, requirements for maintaining certification
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Examination content, development, and cut scores
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Examination administration
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Complaint, grievance, and disciplinary processes
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Certification program related committees and subject matter expert panels
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Certification Board meeting rules, agendas, meetings, and board policies
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Published information related to certification and recertification
Second Photo: Cover photo form Policy and Procedure Handbook
The AMCA Certification Board is made up of highly qualified volunteers who are experienced, respected individuals and leaders in their profession. The composition of the Certification Board includes voting members, a Board Chair, and Vice Chair and the Executive Director (non-voting).
The AMCA Certification Board includes a representation of various stakeholder groups including certified members from the professions, the public, and the healthcare industry. The Certification Board operates in the best interest of the public, the industry and certified members of the AMCA by establishing clear guidelines, quality testing materials, and policies and procedures.
Healthcare Skills Training International is a dedicated group of health care professionals based at West of Scotland Park who aim to guarantee the future of patient safety and the integrity of medical standards through credible qualifications that meet all relevant legal , ethical and professional standards.
Our team is filled with people who have a passion for delivering a great experience.
With us you will have access to :
> Tailored induction and ongoing coaching
> Training support
> Technical support
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American Allied Health seeks to provide allied health professionals and testing partners with a national certification experience that is marked by excellence and professionalism. We are committed to the satisfaction of those who register for our national certification exams as well as those who are our current members and testing partners. AAH's staff is ready to answer any questions or concerns about our online exams, systems, and procedures.
By creating a user account, registering for an exam, or using our website, you are agreeing to the following terms and conditions:
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I understand that falsified information submitted to AAH can result in the denial of my examination request and/or the revocation of my certification credentials or certificates of continuing education (CEs).
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I understand that my AAH national certification credentials will not be valid unless I first submit proof of eligibility to sit for the exam and AAH has reviewed and approved the submitted documentation (or unless an AAH-affiliated testing partner has confirmed my eligibility on my behalf); I agree that AAH maintains the sole responsibility and authority to confirm or deny eligibility status, and whether proof of eligibility documentation accords with the eligibility requirements established by AAH.
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I understand the content of AAH's practice tests, free study guides, paid study guides, and certification examinations (hereafter referred to as "content") is copyrighted and the sole property of American Allied Health. I agree not to disclose, publish, copy, reproduce, transmit, store, or distribute this content, either in part or in whole, by any means or for any purpose. I understand that the unauthorized disclosure, publication, copying, reproduction, transmission, dissemination, or possession of AAH's content is a crime which may result in my civil liability and/or criminal prosecution.
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I understand AAH's exam results are automatically scored via a Computer Based Testing (CBT) system. I understand candidates who receive a non-passing score have the ability to appeal their test results up to 30 days after an examination attempt; and that appeals must include the candidate name, date of testing, and description of the reason for appeal. I understand it is my responsibility to send requests directly to appeals@americanalliedhealth.com and that the Appeals Review Committee will respond within 15 days of submission.
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I understand the purchase of any AAH paid study materials, certification renewal, online continuing education courses (CEs), and exam registration fees, is non-refundable and non-transferable once American Allied Health has processed my order.
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I understand American Allied Health does not guarantee our members' employment or employability; it is my own responsibility to seek and procure employment and to determine my employer's, potential employer's, or state's requirements for employment prior to obtaining my credentials.
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I agree to abide by American Allied Health's published Code of Conduct; and I understand that ethical or professional violation of these standards may result in an internal review and adjudication process culminating in the revocation of my certification status.
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I agree that I will not hold American Allied Health, or any of its representatives, responsible for any action or negligence in providing any person or animal with any medical or non-medical services or attention. I agree that I will not hold American Allied Health, or any of its representatives, liable for any injury or loss of life to any person or animal that may have resulted from my allied health practices pertaining or not pertaining to my AAH certification.
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I agree that I will not hold American Allied Health, or any of its representatives, liable for any injury or loss of life to any person or animal that may have resulted from my allied health practices pertaining or not pertaining to my AAH certification.
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The Jamaica Tertiary Education Commission (J-TEC) is being established as the regulatory and supervisory body for the tertiary sector based on the Cabinet Decision of 1/11. By way of legislation, J-TEC will be a Commission, that is, a Statutory Body governed by a Board of Commissioners (Directors) appointed by the Honourable Minister of Education.
As a Commission, J-TEC has a key role in protecting all stakeholders. This is done through various mechanisms including:
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Maintaining an up-to-date register of local and international institutions operating in the Jamaican space.
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Receiving and investigating complaints and queries regarding Higher Education institutions, their programmes and operation.
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Ensuring institutions have appropriate student services as a condition of operating.
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Conducting ongoing public education to build awareness of the functioning of the sector.
J-TEC aims to make Jamaica the place of choice for Higher Education by:
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Marketing Jamaica’s Higher Education system.
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Establishing a system of “recognition of qualifications” of national, regional and international certification with that of Jamaican institutions.
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Ensuring Jamaica’s compliance with all international conventions relevant to education.
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Keeping up-to-date with international best practices.
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In improving the quality of Higher Education in Jamaica, J-TEC is committed to providing information through research. This involves:
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Developing an agenda of relevant research.
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Having a database of research conducted in Jamaica and beyond various subjects.
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Being the port of “first call” for information on the status of local institutions.
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Researching and responding to enquiries by students, institutions, etc. on “recognition of qualifications” and of credentials.
Transforming the Higher Education Sector
J-TEC’s strategy to transform the Higher Education system incorporates measures to maintain the relevance of the sector. These include:
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Identifying the type of courses required to prepare enrollees in institutions for the workforce.
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Encouraging institutions to develop required programmes over a specified time frame.
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Being aware of national development needs.
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Transforming institutions to meet these needs in terms of curriculum, teaching and learning modalities.
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Ensuring institutions have the infrastructure and human capacity to offer the programmes as marketed.
As the gateway to world-class quality Higher Education, J-TEC aims to increase access to tertiary education by:
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Encouraging and assisting institutions on issues of alternative delivery modalities, for example, distance education to ensure geographical and curriculum coverage.
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Advising institutions on capacity development to increase coverage.
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The Education Division of the Ministry of Education and Youth has direct responsibility for all public education institutions across the island. Its mandate is to formulate, implement and assess all government policies in relation to the education system at all levels – early childhood, primary, secondary and tertiary.