What is the difference between the CMT and RMT?
Certified Medical Transcriptionist (CMT): AAMT offers a voluntary certification exam to individuals who wish to become Certified Medical Transcriptionists (CMTs). Individuals interested in this exam should have 2 years of acute care (or equivalent) transcription experience. This exam is considered a level 2 exam. Registered Medical Transcriptionist (RMT): AAMT offers a voluntary credentialing exam to individuals who wish to become Registered Medical Transcriptionists (RMTs). This exam is applicable for recent graduates of medical transcription education programs, or MTs with fewer than two years experience in acute care. This exam is considered a level 1 exam. Individuals interested in this exam may not hold a CMT credential.