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title: I Am Ready To Start My Residency, What Do I Need To Do?
url: "https://ncope.org/index.php/docs/i-am-ready-to-start-my-residency-what-do-i-need-to-do/"
updated: "2023-07-20"
category: Residency Frequently Asked Questions
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# I Am Ready To Start My Residency, What Do I Need To Do?

1. All residents should familiarize themselves with the [NCOPE Residency Essentials](https://ncope.org/index.php/home-page-v2/residency-program-services/ncope-residency-essentials-resident-responsibilities/) and must submit a [Resident Registration Form](https://ncope.org/index.php/home-page-v2/residency-program-services/residency-resident-registration-form/) at least 14 days prior to the residency start date.

2. The registration fee must be paid by either the resident or the residency program **after** submitting the registration form.  To make a credit card payment, please visit the [Residency Services Payment Portal](https://ncope.org/index.php/residency-services-payment-portal/).

3. Official transcripts **that clearly list a degree conferral date** must be provided to NCOPE directly from the institution registrar or transcript clearinghouse to info@ncope.org or the address listed on the [Contact NCOPE](https://ncope.org/index.php/home-page-v2/about/contact-ncope/) page.

4. If you are preparing to start your 2nd residency, you must successfully complete your 1st residency program including submission of all required documentation by the resident and directors/mentor(s) before the 2nd residency program can begin.