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Certified Biomedical Equipment Technician

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CBET ACI Healthcare Certifications License: Complete Roadmap

Follow this path to organize your licensing and exam preparation

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Phase 1: Core Safety and A&P RefreshYou are here

Rebuild foundational knowledge in A&P, standards, and healthcare facility safety.

30
hours
2

Phase 2: Function and Troubleshooting Intensive

Focus on the two largest domains: technology function and problem-solving workflows.

90
hours
3

Phase 3: HTM/IT Integration + Timed Mocks

Finalize management and IT systems content with timed 3-hour practice exams.

45
hours
Estimated total study time
165 hours
That's about 17 weeks at 10 hours/week

Can You Take the CBET Exam?

Check if you meet the basic eligibility requirements

Age
Education
One pathway requires an associate degree in biomedical electronics technology or related field; other pathways allow military/technical training or degree alternatives
Experience
Required biomedical equipment technician experience varies by pathway (typically 2-6 years)
Additional Requirements
  • Application must be approved by ACI before exam scheduling
  • Late registration incurs a published additional fee
  • Certification cycle is three years with recertification requirements

CBET Quick Facts

Time to Get Licensed

10-18 weeks for most biomedical equipment technicians

From start to license in hand

Exam Provider

Prometric

In-Person Only
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Retake Policy

Candidates who do not pass must reapply through a future testing cycle and pay the full applicable exam fee.

Total Cost Breakdown

Exam Fee$450 U.S./Canada/US military or $575 international
Total Estimated Cost$450-$575 standard initial attempt
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What You'll Study

15 chapters covering the exam topics in this guide

CBET Exam Details

Certified Biomedical Equipment Technician

Administered by AAMI Credentials Institute (ACI)

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Criterion-referenced passing standard (modified Angoff; no fixed percent cutoff published)
Passing Score
165
Questions
3
Hours
$450 (U.S./Canada) or $575 (international)
Exam Fee
Study time: 100-180 hours
Prerequisites: Meet one ACI eligibility pathway combining education/training and biomedical equipment work experience.
Valid for: 3 years

Exam Content Breakdown

Based on the official AAMI Credentials Institute (ACI) content outline

Anatomy and Physiology12%

Foundational A&P concepts relevant to medical device function and risk.

Public Safety in the Healthcare Facility13%

Codes, standards, electrical safety, and facility safety practices.

Healthcare Technology Function25%

Device operation, subsystem principles, and functional verification methods.

Healthcare Technology Problem Solving28%

Troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, corrective actions, and documentation.

Healthcare Technology Management12%

Lifecycle planning, asset management, and service program operations.

Information Technology and Systems10%

Networking, cybersecurity basics, interoperability, and system integration.

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What's Next After the CBET?

After passing the CBET, you can pursue these career paths

CRES

Specialize further in radiology equipment and imaging systems

CLES

Advance into laboratory equipment specialization pathways

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HTM Leadership

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