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Build a study plan around the three-hour CCI RCES Pearson VUE exam, 170 questions, 150 scored items, EP lab workflow, intra-procedural activities, diagnostic EP studies, therapeutic procedures, CIEDs, 3D mapping, ablation, pacing, ECG/EGM analysis, and radiation safety.
The CCI RCES exam validates electrophysiology lab readiness across procedure preparation, monitoring, diagnostic studies, therapeutic support, and post-procedure care. HiraEdu helps candidates turn CCI's matrix into equipment-focused drills, EP scenario review, and three-hour pacing practice.
Use CCI's current RCES format, task matrix, Pearson VUE delivery, and scored-item structure before planning practice blocks.
CCI lists RCES as a three-hour computer-based exam with 170 questions.
The exam includes 150 scored questions and 20 unscored questions that are not identified during the exam.
CCI states RCES is administered year-round at Pearson Professional Centers based on availability.
Conducting Intra-Procedural Activities is the largest task area at 36% of the RCES exam score.
RCES prep should follow the lab sequence: pre-procedure preparation, intra-procedure monitoring and equipment operation, diagnostic EP maneuvers, therapeutic support, post-procedure assessment, and transfer of care.
The largest domain covers patient comfort, vital signs, medication effects, access support, labs, CIED interrogation, sterile technique, EP recording systems, 3D mapping, radiation safety, and imaging.
Practice ECG/EGM measurements, pacing stimulation, catheter position, differential diagnostic techniques, ICE use, transseptal access, arrhythmia mapping, ablation equipment, CIED implants, lead extraction, and complication response.
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The CCI Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist (RCES) examination is for professionals working in electrophysiology. CCI states that the computer-based exam is administered year-round at Pearson Professional Centers based on test-center availability. The exam fee is $365 USD, and candidates apply through a CCI online account before receiving scheduling authorization.
CCI lists the RCES exam as a three-hour computer-based test with 170 questions: 150 scored and 20 unscored questions that are not identified during the exam. The task matrix weights Conducting Pre-Procedural Activities at 9%, Conducting Intra-Procedural Activities at 36%, Performing Diagnostic Procedures at 26%, Assisting with Therapeutic Procedures at 21%, and Conducting Post-Procedural Activities at 8%. Preparation should cover ECG/EGM analysis, EP recording systems, cardiac stimulators, 3D mapping, CIED interrogation and troubleshooting, ablation biophysics, pacing protocols, vascular access, imaging, sterile technique, radiation safety, pharmacology, complications, hemostasis, and patient transfer.
CCI lists the RCES examination as a three-hour computer-based exam.
CCI lists 170 questions total: 150 scored questions and 20 unscored questions that are not identified during the exam.
CCI states that RCES is administered year-round at Pearson Professional Centers based on test-center availability.
Conducting Intra-Procedural Activities is the largest area, accounting for 36% of the exam score.
Review diagnostic EP studies, pacing stimulation, ECG/EGM analysis, ICE, transseptal access, mapping, ablation, CIED implantation, lead extraction, hemostasis, and complication management.
Review CCI's RCES pathways for electrophysiology work experience, accredited programs, health-science education, clinical hours, and documentation.
Build blocks for pre-procedural, intra-procedural, diagnostic, therapeutic, and post-procedural activities using CCI's percentage weights.
Practice CIEDs, stimulators, mapping, recording systems, ablation equipment, ECG/EGM interpretation, pacing protocols, hardware/software troubleshooting, and radiation safety.
Use 170-question mixed practice to build pacing across scored and unscored items, scenario interpretation, and equipment-oriented questions.
Use the guide to self-serve, or talk to a coordinator if you need help mapping timelines, official requirements, or troubleshooting day-of logistics.
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