* Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
* Medical degree from an accredited medical school
* Residency training in pediatrics at an accredited teaching hospital
Licensure
* All states require pediatricians to be licensed to practice medicine.
* The requirements for licensure vary from state to state, but most states require pediatricians to pass a national board exam and a state-specific exam.
Board Certification
* The American Board of Pediatrics (ABP) offers board certification for pediatricians.
* To become board certified, pediatricians must pass a rigorous exam that covers a broad range of topics in pediatrics.
* Board certification is not required to practice pediatrics, but it is a widely recognized credential that demonstrates a pediatrician's commitment to providing high-quality care.
Continuing Medical Education
* Pediatricians are required to complete continuing medical education (CME) credits in order to maintain their license and board certification.
* The requirements for CME vary from state to state, but most states require pediatricians to complete a certain number of CME credits each year.
Additional Credentials
* Some pediatricians also choose to pursue additional subspecialty training, such as in adolescent medicine, neonatology, or pediatric critical care.
* Subspecialty training can provide pediatricians with the skills and knowledge to care for children with specific medical conditions.
Pediatricians are highly trained medical professionals who are dedicated to providing high-quality care to children.