If a national certification examination rule is allegedly breached, who should be notified?

Notifying the certifying body in the event of an alleged breach of a national certification examination rule is essential because they are the organization responsible for overseeing the examination process and maintaining its integrity. The certifying body sets the standards and regulations governing the examination, and they have the authority to investigate any potential violations. By informing them, you ensure that the situation is addressed properly, allowing for a systematic review of the alleged breach.

On the other hand, while human resources, a clinical ethics committee, and a department director may have roles in related matters, they do not have the same responsibility or authority to directly address issues related to the examination itself. Ensuring transparency and adherence to examination rules is key to upholding the professionalism and credibility of the certification process, which is primarily managed by the certifying body.