Join the RCC-MDR Committee

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Signup Deadline: 27-Sep-2024
Starts: 01-Jan-2025
Ends: 31-Dec-2027

Description:

RAPS is seeking volunteers with experience in regulatory affairs for medical devices to help develop the Regulatory Compliance Certification (RCC) programs as part of the RCC-MDR committee.

The RCC-MDR Committee is responsible for the development and administration of the RCC-MDR certification exam. The committee ensures the fairness, relevance, and quality of the exams. Committee members will be appointed to an initial term varying from 1-3 years with an option to renew for a three-year term.

The RCC-MDR Committee has the following responsibilities: 

  • Develop the examinations based on the content outline, ensuring appropriate and accurate test questions and adherence to the distribution requirements. 

  • Review and revise test questions submitted for inclusion into the question pool, maintaining content and structural integrity. 

  • Revise test questions as necessary to align with the changing regulatory environment. 

  • Serve as the expert panel for determining the cut score. 

  • Maintain confidentiality of specific examination content through an annual confidentiality agreement. 

To be eligible to serve on the RCC-MDR Committee, regulatory professionals must meet the following requirements: 

  • Current RCC holder or meet RCC eligibility requirements 

  • Minimum of one year of experience with EU medical device regulations  

  • Attend three virtual committee meetings per year 

  • Mandatory participation in both virtual and in-person item writing and exam assembly meetings, with one session conducted virtually and one in person. 

Please note: individuals in this role cannot take the RCC during their tenure and will be restricted from doing so for a period afterward.

The RCC is RAPS' regulatory credential intended for individuals who want to demonstrate their knowledge of European medical device or IVD regulations. Learn more here. 

Volunteers Needed:

10 (10 open slots)

Experience Required:

At least 3 years of experience

Volunteer Stars:

80

Recertification Credits:

12

Contact:

Leeann Manlove