Clinical Specialization

The Academy does not administer the exam.  If you have questions about your application, please contact ABPTS (American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties) at [email protected] or 800/999-APTA (2782), ext. 8520.  

The Academy of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary PT and the Specialty Council announced in 2020 that the Research requirements had changed for application for Specialist Certification.  A Case Study  instead of a research project or data analysis project is now an option to fulfill the research requirement.  Below is a link to the ABPTS Candidate guide to apply for CV&P Specialist Certification.  ON PAGE 38 you will find the RUBRIC for the new CASE STUDY option. 

Candidate Guide

FAQs on CCS Examination

Are you sitting for or thinking of sitting for the CCS exam and looking for information and resources to help you study and prepare?

Study Guide

The Academy of Cardiovascular & Pulmonary Physical Therapy is committed to supporting those individuals who are studying to sit for the ABPTS Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Specialty (CCS) Examination. The Academy appointed a committee made up of Board Certified Cardiovascular Specialists to create a Study Guide to assist you with your efforts.

Cost: $200
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The study guide contains a study plan timeline, list of recommended textbooks, detailed outlines which provide a framework for expected knowledge on all areas of the DSP, practice questions and cases studies.

This study guide is not endorsed by the ABPTS or by the Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Specialty Council. Purchase of this guide does not guarantee a passing score on the specialty examination. 

Are You Ready to Apply to be a Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Clinical Specialist (CCS) Now or in the Future? - May 24, 2023

Free Webinar Presented by the Academy Professional Education Committee.  This webinar will be recorded in the event you cannot attend live.

Host: John Connell
Speakers: Ellen Hillegass and Morgan Johanson 

Wednesday, May 24th from 7-8:30 pm EST 

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**Although these resources are supported by the Academy of Cardiovascular & Pulmonary Physical Therapy, neither the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties, nor the Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Specialty Council has reviewed or endorsed the content. In addition, use of these resources does not guarantee that a candidate will receive a passing score on the specialist certification examination. This resource is meant to augment each individual’s own preparation for the specialist certification examination.