ACE-CAA: FAQs

What is ACE-CAA?

ACE-CAA is ASA’s continuing education program specifically designed for Certified Anesthesiologist Assistants (CAAs). Created in 2019, it was developed to meet the educational needs of the expanding CAA community by providing content curated from ASA’s well-established ACE program.

What topics does ACE-CAA cover?

ACE-CAA includes a wide range of clinically relevant subjects for CAAs, drawing from recent ACE content. Topics typically span:

• Pediatrics
• Geriatrics
• Cardiology
• Obstetrics
• Pharmacology
• Critical care
• Fundamental anesthesia concepts essential to CAA practice

How does ACE-CAA differ from other CME programs?

ACE-CAA is unique because:

• It adapts ACE content from the prior two years specifically for CAAs.
• Its review process selects material most relevant to day-to-day CAA practice.
• It offers a focused, high-yield, clinically oriented format.
• It provides explanations and visuals that reinforce learning and practical applications.

What are the benefits of the ACE-CAA program?

Learners benefit by being able to:

• Earn 40 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits ™ per edition.
• Access a curated, CAA-specific learning experience.
• Strengthen foundational and advanced anesthesia knowledge.
• Study at their own pace through a fully electronic, mobile-ready course.

Who is ACE-CAA ideal for?

ACE-CAA is well-suited for:

• CAAs seeking high-quality, focused continuing education.
• CAAs preparing for recertification or maintaining ongoing competency.
• Groups or institutions supporting the professional development of their CAA team members.

What learning formats are available?

ACE-CAA is published exclusively in electronic format, providing access through:

• the ASA Education Center, a web-based learning platform.
• and the mobile-ready ASA My Learning app for on-the-go study.

What is required to complete ACE-CAA and receive continuing education credit?

Learners must complete all course items, 135 multiple-choice questions with explanations, and claim credit based on participation. Each edition is valid for 40 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™.

How often is ACE-CAA released?

ACE-CAA is published every two years, with each edition offering newly-curated content drawn from the previous two years of ACE material.

How long does each question take to complete?

Most learners can expect to spend approximately 15–20 minutes per question, allowing for a flexible, self-paced experience.

Is group or institutional pricing available?

Yes. Group pricing is available for organizations that purchase ACE-CAA for their CAA teams. Group Product Solutions Inquiries