Credentialing Options Available through the American Academy of Medical Administrators
AAMA offers two types of credentials in general healthcare administration and in various specialties of this multi-faceted profession:

• Examination-based credentials (CAAMA) are earned by passing an examination based on a specified Body of Knowledge in healthcare administration, as defined by AAMA.
• Experience-based credentials (FAAMA, Diplomate, FACCA and FACCP) are earned by demonstration of professional development, service and experience in healthcare administration through one of the following paths
• Original fellowship thesis of graduate school quality
• Three case studies
• Documentation of formal education, continuing education, organizational and professional service

To note the differences, requirements, qualifications and maintenance of each, please download the Credentialing Options Available (PDF)