Guide to Certification
Achieving the C-TAGME credential is accomplished through a combination of experience, continuous education and successfully earning a passing assessment result.
Take our quiz and find out if you are eligible
When accessing the applicant portal, candidates should create an account using blue Register button, and then continue with the Apply button to launch the application form.
Although each TAGME certification examination is completed under an “open-book” policy, it is critical that candidates remain able to demonstrate a high-level of familiarity with and an advanced understanding of the knowledge required to successfully manage accredited graduate medical education programs.
Utilizing their own device, candidates will log into the testing system using a unique login and password. Candidates will be asked to share their screen so the proctor can monitor activity during the session.
Candidates choosing to use a Testing Center will receive an email with details provided by Meazure on where to report as well as instructions and expectations.
The 2025 certification application window is now closed.
TAGME exists to ensure a comprehensive level of services, training, knowledge, and leadership through certification for the administration of Graduate Medical Education (GME) programs for physicians-in-training.
2024 TAGME by the Numbers
2025 Certification Cycle
- 01
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April,
2025 -
Initial and Maintenance of Certification (MOC and SMOC) Application Opens
Application Review and Approval by June 30
- 01
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June,
2025 - Initial and Maintenance of Certification (MOC and SMOC) Application Closes
- 15
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July,
2025 - Initial and Maintenance of Certification (MOC) Exam Window
- 14
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Nov,
2025 -
Retake Application Window Deadline
@ 6am PST
- 26
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Nov,
2025 -
Retake Exam Window Closes
- Initial and Maintenance of Certification (MOC) Exam
- 01
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April,
2025 -
Initial and Maintenance of Certification (MOC and SMOC) Application Opens
Application Review and Approval by June 30
- 01
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June,
2025 - Initial and Maintenance of Certification (MOC and SMOC) Application Closes
- 30
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June,
2025 -
Initial and Maintenance of Certification (MOC and SMOC) Application
- Review and Approval Results
- 15
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July,
2025 - Initial and Maintenance of Certification (MOC) Exam Window
- 01
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Aug,
2025 -
Late Application Window Opens
- Maintenance of Certification (MOC and SMOC) / Application Review by Sept 15
- Retake Application Window
- 15
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Aug,
2025 -
Late Application Window Closes
Maintenance of Certification (MOC and SMOC)
- 14
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Nov,
2025 -
Retake Application Window Deadline
@ 6am PST
- 26
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Nov,
2025 -
Retake Exam Window Closes
- Initial and Maintenance of Certification (MOC) Exam
What Our Students Say
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News and Updates
TAGME Spotlight – Fall 2022
All who have achieved initial certification may use C-TAGME while current. To continue to utilize it successful maintenance of certification must be completed.
Connie Donohoe, M.P.H., C-TAGME
Director, Graduate Medical Education
FSU College of Medicine
1115 W Call St. | Tallahassee, FL 32306
850.645.6867 work | 850.644.8924 fax
Debra L. Dooley GME Program Coordinator Excellence Award
The Debra L. Dooley GME Program Coordinator Excellence Award is given to program coordinators in recognition of their in-depth understanding of the accreditation process, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and projects to improve residency and fellowship programs.
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Juliet A. Arthur, MHA, C-TAGME
SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University; Brooklyn, New York; Psychiatry -
Sherry Bucholz, BA, C-TAGME
Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center; Spokane, Washington; Diagnostic Radiology -
Sharon M. Ezzo, MA, C-TAGME
Cleveland Clinic; Cleveland, Ohio; Epilepsy -
Bernadett R. Mahanay, C-TAGME
Stanford University School of Medicine; Stanford, California; Anesthesiology Fellowships -
Bethany J. Millar, C-TAGME
Washington University School of Medicine; St. Louis, Missouri; Internal Medicine
Call for Accomplishments
As a Certified TAGME Professional, we know you have a lot going on in your professional life. TAGME is interested in what you are doing in your profession and would like to share this with our followers on Facebook and LinkedIn and in our Member Spotlight (updating soon). Please share your accomplishments, posters, presentations - let us know what you’re up to!
ACGME Annual Meeting in Nashville, TN
The Annual Meeting of the ACGME is finally in person again after three long years of a virtual environment. If you are able to attend in person February 23 - 25, 2023, please make your way to the TAGME Booth in the Exhibitor Hall.
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C-TAGME Credential
All who have achieved initial certification may use C-TAGME while current. To continue to utilize it successful maintenance of certification must be completed.
2022 Successful Candidates
Will receive a TAGME dri-fit, short sleeve shirt along with a Certificate of Completion.
TAGME Presentations
Should an organization of which you belong desire a TAGME presentation email co************@me*.edu
"Please note: Florida has broad public records laws. Most written communications to or from state/university employees and students are public records and available to the public and media upon request. Your e-mail communications may therefore be subject to public disclosure."
GME Institutional Coordinator Excellence Award
The GME Institutional Coordinator Excellence Award recognizes institutional coordinators who demonstrate in-depth knowledge of graduate medical education and the process for internal review. These people skillfully manage the multiple roles of administrator, counselor, enforcer, coordinator, organizer, and scheduler.
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Leslie Caulder, MS, C-TAGME
University of Florida College of Medicine Jacksonville; Jacksonville, Florida
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Bret Stevens, MBA, C-TAGME
McLaren Health Care; Grand Blanc, Michigan
Gold Humanism Honor Society “Thank a Resident Day”
The Gold Humanism Honor Society established “Thank a Resident Day” as a dedicated day “... to recognize resident physicians and celebrate their invaluable contribution to humanistic care.” Residents and Fellows are integral to the healthcare team, are on the front lines of patient care and are the future of our healthcare system. As recruitment season is slowing down and ACGME Milestones have been reported, I hope we all can take a moment to show some appreciation for the residents, Friday February 24, 2023 to join in this celebration. Are you doing something especially fun or unique? Please share with us!