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Certification is valuable for healthcare imaging and IT (HIIT) professionals. Certification provides a roadmap for required skills and a baseline for evaluating available training programs, which can vary widely in terms of depth and scope of knowledge. The non-profit PARCA (PACS Administrators Registry and Certification Association) organization has provided this certification since early 2005. In 2012, the organization extended their certification program to cover not only departmental systems such as PACS, but also enterprise systems such as EMR's. Several training institutions have adjusted their training programs to make sure all PARCA requirements are met and professionals are starting to use their titles (CPAS, CPSA, CPIA, CPEMS and CHEA).

Overview
PARCA strives to define a thorough certification process that will lead our members to the head of their field and is working to become a force in the industry. Click here to get an overview of our association and learn how your membership can make a difference.

Board of Directors
PARCA is governed by a Board of Directors made up of users, providers, educators and consultants that come from all areas of the industry. Click here to find out more about the talented individuals leading this association forward.

Advisory Board
PARCA is able to consult members of an advisory board, made of professionals within the industry. Click here to find out more about this talented group of individuals.

History
Certification is valuable for healthcare imaging and IT (HIIT) professionals. Certification provides a roadmap for required skills and a baseline for evaluating available training programs, which can vary widely in terms of depth and scope of knowledge. The non-profit PARCA (PACS Administrators Registry and Certification Association) organization has provided this certification since early 2005.

Testimonials
We are proud to serve as the place where HIIT Administrators can gather and stay informed on our dynamic field. Click here to see what our members have to say about PARCA.

New Exam
We are now offering a new exam, Certified DICOM Integration Professional (CDIP).
Special Offers
We are pleased to announce that PARCA members receive free ITN subscriptions.
FAQs
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Latest Press Release
PARCA Adds New DICOM Certification