Why become a DOT Certified Medical Examiner for FMCSA
Posted 7 days ago by Jennifer Kuretski
Dear NP Colleagues,
Consider registering for the DOT Certification Course (Register Here) —a unique and valuable opportunity for Nurse Practitioners!
This special course prepares NPs to become Certified Medical Examiners (CMEs) through the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). Completion of this course is a mandatory step before sitting for the national certification exam.
Course Highlights:
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6 CE hours through CE Broker - some course do not provide CE hrs.
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In-person instruction—rare and highly valuable as most courses are now only offered online
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Practical tools and insights to help you succeed on the national exam
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Led by experienced instructors who have contributed to the NRCME exam development team
A Bit of Background:
Nurse Practitioners have been authorized to conduct commercial driver medical examinations since 1992. However, in 2012, FMCSA regulations changed, requiring completion of a certified training course before testing. After completing the course, you’ll have three (3) years to take the exam. A passing score is 71%—and NPs tend to do very well!
Why Take This Course?
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These exams support public safety by ensuring drivers are medically fit to operate commercial vehicles.
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It’s an excellent opportunity to diversify your practice and create an additional revenue stream.
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Your expertise as a Nurse Practitioner is highly valued—there’s a strong need for qualified CMEs across many communities.
About Us:
We've been teaching this course since 2013 and have trained thousands of practitioners, including NPs, physicians, and PAs. We're passionate about helping NPs expand their scope and obtain this federally recognized credential. If you have any questions about the course or certification process, just reply to this email. Dr. Paracka and I are here to help—we’ve both served on the NRCME exam development team and know the process inside and out.
Thank you for all you do as a Nurse Practitioner and for supporting FNPN. This is one of the few nationally recognized credentials available to NPs across all states and territories—and a great way to expand your impact on community and highway safety.
With kind regards,
Jean Aertker and Wendy Paracka