What certifications and CME courses does AOCOPM offer?

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AOCOPM (aocopm.org) offers three AOA-linked certification pathways and a set of CME courses and workshops, with navigation entries for each. The site lists certifications in occupational medicine (CAQ), correctional medicine (subspecialty), and hyperbaric/undersea medicine (subspecialty), plus CME and certification courses including an annual or midyear conference and OPAM workshops. If you are looking for a specific course or certification, use the "AOA Certifications" and "CME and Certification Courses" sections in the main navigation.

Certifications listed on AOCOPM

The site groups certification information under AOA Certifications:

  • CAQ: Occupational Medicine — a Certificate of Added Qualifications pathway in occupational medicine.
  • Subspecialty Certification: Correctional Medicine — a subspecialty certification in correctional medicine.
  • Subspecialty Certification: Hyperbaric/Undersea Medicine — a subspecialty certification in hyperbaric and undersea medicine.

These are the three certification directions named on the page. The site does not, in the provided material, spell out eligibility rules, exam dates, or fees for each, so check the individual certification pages under AOA Certifications for those details.

CME and certification courses

Under CME and Certification Courses, the site lists:

  • Annual or Midyear Conference — the main recurring educational conference. The page also announces the AOCOPM 2026 Annual Educational Conference in Conjunction with OMED26, with the Annual Educational Conference on Oct 23–25 in Las Vegas, NV.
  • OPAM Workshop: DOT FMCSA NRCME — a workshop tied to the DOT FMCSA National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners. A separate listing shows the DOT FMCSA NRCME Course on Oct 22.
  • OPAM Workshop: Basic Course in Occupational Medicine — a foundational occupational medicine course.
  • OPAM Workshop: MRO — a Medical Review Officer workshop.

Related conference items include Call for Presentations, Exhibitors-Supporters, and Information for Speakers.

Continuing education resources

Beyond formal courses, the site points to ongoing learning material:

  • Grand Rounds
  • Resources, including Basic Course Review, download and Study Guides and Reference Books

These sit alongside the Member Center, Calendar of Events, and Community Forum.

How to find the right entry

Use the main navigation in this order:

  1. AOA Certifications — for the CAQ and the two subspecialty certifications.
  2. CME and Certification Courses — for the conference and the OPAM workshops (NRCME, Basic Course, MRO).
  3. Resources — for Grand Rounds, the basic course review download, and study guides/reference books.
  4. Calendar of Events — to confirm dates such as the Oct 22 NRCME course and the Oct 23–25 conference.

If you are unsure where to start, the FAQs and Quick Links sections are also listed in the footer area, and Member Login appears at the top for members.

Practical notes

  • The 2026 conference is listed as taking place in conjunction with OMED26 in Las Vegas, NV; the NRCME course is listed separately on Oct 22, one day before the main conference.
  • Trainees (students, residents, and fellows) have a dedicated entry point: Trainees (Students, Residents and Fellows) Enter Here.
  • Mentorship is handled through the Emerging DO Platform and AOCOPM's mentor network.
  • Contact details listed on the site: AOCOPM, 14301 Oxford Dr. Edmond, OK 73013, phone 800-558-8686, email [email protected].

The page does not state pricing, registration deadlines, or eligibility requirements for these programs, so confirm those on the specific certification or course pages before planning.