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What’s the difference between SIIM and ABII?
SIIM Focuses on Professional Development
SIIM is the professional society focusing on education, research, and collaboration in imaging informatics. It provides networking opportunities, educational resources, and best practices for professionals in imaging IT, radiology, and healthcare technology.
ABII Focuses on Credentialing and Validation of Expertise
ABII is the certifying body for the Certified Imaging Informatics Professional (CIIP) credential. It sets competency standards and administers the CIIP exam, ensuring professionals have the expertise to manage imaging systems.
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Set yourself up for success and join the society for all imaging informaticists. SIIM offers a variety of educational resources essential in helping you prepare for the exam, and SIIM Membership provides you with free and/or discounted access to all of them. Fast-track your CIIP Certification with SIIM Membership! Join today.
Introduction to Informatics
Are you looking for more in-depth, foundational level imaging informatics content?
SIIM Training
- Virtual-Live: Core Essentials Live
- PACS: The Basics and Beyond the Basics
- DICOM: The Basics and Beyond the Basics
- HL7: The Basics and Beyond the Basics
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Becoming a Certified Imaging Informatics Professional (CIIP) is more than a credential—it’s a statement. It demonstrates to employers, peers, and healthcare teams that you are up to date on the latest knowledge, practices, and advancements required in your field. It shows that you are a leader and innovator in the ever-evolving field of imaging informatics, dedicated to enhancing patient care, driving quality improvement, and achieving professional excellence.
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Are You Ready to Apply for the CIIP Certification?
Not eligible? SIIM can help you obtain credits towards the continuing education requirements.
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SIIM provides resources designed to strengthen your expertise in imaging informatics and fully prepare you for the CIIP exam. Once you determine that you are eligible to sit for the exam, use these quick resources to determine the Content Areas for further study.
Review Exam Test Content Outline (TCO) - complimentary
SIIM Learning Objectives
Establish What you Know
- Practice with the CIIP Knowledge Check
A Perfect Pairing
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You’re eligible, now what? Once you’ve met all eligibility requirements and feel confident to begin studying, use these resources to prepare.
Do You Feel Confident? Use These Resources.
Did you take the Bootcamp, but feel like you need more study opportunities? Use these resources.
A Perfect Pairing
- Purchase your copy of the Practical Imaging Informatics textbook
- Practical Imaging Informatics Textbook Companion Course
Communications
Image Management
- DICOM Image Quality, Networking, and Troubleshooting
- DICOM Workflow Management and Structured Reports
- Introduction to PACS
- PACS Workflow
- Workflow and Digital Radiography
- Introduction to Medical Digital Imaging
Information Technology
Systems Management
Clinical Engineering
Medical Imaging Informatics
- DICOM Introduction: Data Formats and Protocol
- DICOM Services, Commands, and Conformance
- DICOM Workflow Management and Structured Reports
- Health Imaging and IT Standards
- Introduction to Medical Digital Imaging
- Medical Imaging Technology
- Overview of the Enterprise and HL7 Version 2
- Advanced Functions: HL7 Version 2
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The CIIP certification exam is offered on-demand, allowing candidates to choose a convenient date and time at any Pearson VUE authorized testing center.
The CIIP exam features 170 questions spanning 10 core knowledge areas deemed essential by industry experts for effective performance in imaging informatics.
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Congrats! You’re a new CIIP Diplomat. You will receive:
- CIIP certificate mailed via USPS
- Digital badge to share on social media and in email signature
CIIP-certified professionals must meet criteria to maintain their certification biennially, as well as at the 10-year anniversary.
SIIM is your go to resource for maintaining your certification and growing your career!
SIIM Education to Help You Excel – Gain education based upon your needs and interests. ALL SIIM IIP Credits qualify for Recertification credits.
Stay on track by maintaining your SIIM membership and get involved
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