Eligibility
To be eligible to apply for the Entry-to-Practice (E2P) Medical Coding national micro-credential examination (NME), candidates must meet all of the below criteria:
- have graduated from an accredited Health Information Management diploma and degree program that have confirmed their curriculum teaches the micro-credential learning outcomes; and
- received their CHIM certification.
Upcoming examination dates
The College is offering an early adopter rate to celebrate the launch of this new certification.
The E2P medical coding national micro-credential examination date(s) are as follows:
| Examination period* | Application deadline | Regular pricing | Pricing for 1st attempt |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 22-26, 2026 | June 1, 2026 | $99 + taxes | $0.00 |
| July 20-24, 2026 | July 3, 2026 | $99 + taxes | $0.00 |
| September 21-25, 2026 | September 2, 2026 | $99 + taxes | $0.00 |
| November 23-27, 2026 | November 2, 2026 | $99 + taxes | $0.00 |
Request to defer or withdraw
Deferral: A candidate may defer their application to a future sitting of the NME. The applicant is required to notify the exam team through a deferral request at least 10 business days before exam sitting. Please note that an application can only be deferred a total of three times.
Withdrawal: The request to withdraw from an examination must be received in writing by the deadlines stated below. A refund of 100% of the examination fee will be provided. No refund will be provided past these deadlines.
| Examination period | Deadline for withdrawal | Deadline for deferral |
|---|---|---|
| June 22-26, 2026 | June 1, 2026 | June 8, 2026 |
| July 20-24, 2026 | July 3, 2026 | July 6, 2026 |
| September 21-25, 2026 | September 2, 2026 | September 7, 2026 |
| November 23-27, 2026 | November 2, 2026 | November 9, 2026 |