AHRA sets 2004 dates for CRA exam

The American Healthcare Radiology Administrators (AHRA) has scheduled the 2004 Certified Radiology Administrators (CRA) examination for April 17 at approximately 200 CompUSA testing centers in 41 states.

AHRA also plans to conduct the CRA exam - in paper-and-pencil format - at its 32nd annual meeting and exposition on July 31 in Boston.

The test will consist of 185 questions, which test a candidate's knowledge in five management areas. The exam in scored on a pass-fail basis. The exam fee is $300, plus a $50 application fee to verify eligibility.

More information is available at  www.ahraonline.org or by calling AHRA offices at (978) 443-7591 or (800) 334-2472.

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