Application Fee:
Clinical Laboratory Scientist/Medical Laboratory Scientist (CMLS) $225
Blood Banking (LBB) $225
Chemistry (LC) $225
Cytotechnology (CCT) $225
Hematology (LH) $225
Microbiology (LM) $225
Specialist in Blood Banking (LSBB) $275
Specialist in Chemistry (LSC) $275
Specialist in Hematology (LSH) $275
Specialist in Microbiology (LSM) $275
The ASCP Board of Certification examination for Medical Technologist (MT)/Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) has been approved for licensure purposes by the state of California effective October 1, 2006. The ASCP Board of Certification examinations for Technologist in Chemistry (C), Specialist in Chemistry (SC), Technologist in Microbiology (M) and Specialist in Microbiology (SM) have been approved for licensure purposes by the state of California effective March 1, 2008. ASCP Board of Certification examinations for Technologist in Blood Banking (BB), Specialist in Blood Banking (SBB), Technologist in Hematology (H) and Specialist in Hematology (SH) have been approved for licensure effective July 1, 2009. Information on the requirements and application process may be obtained at the CDPH Laboratory Field Service web site. It is your responsibility to review and complete all licensure requirements of the appropriate state.
Note: There is a four-year "look back" period, meaning that any individual who has taken either the ASCP BOR/BOC Medical Technologist, MT or Medical Laboratory Scientist, MLS certification examination after October 1, 2002 does not need to retake the examination. Individuals certified as Technologist in Chemistry, C(ASCP), Specialist in Chemistry, SC(ASCP), Technologist in Microbiology, M(ASCP) or Specialist in Microbiology, SM(ASCP) after March 1, 2004 do not need to retake the examination. Individuals certified as Technologist in Blood Banking BB(ASCP), Specialist in Blood Banking SBB(ASCP), Technologist in Hematology H(ASCP) and Specialist in Hematologist SH(ASCP) after July 1, 2005 do not need to retake the examination.
Please review the steps below for the following options:
- OPTION 1: For California licensure Only
You must meet the licensure requirements established by the state of California and successfully pass the appropriate ASCP Board of Certification examination (MLS, C, SC, M, SM, BB, SBB, H, SH).
Step 1: Contact the CDPH Laboratory Field Services web site for information on completing the licensure process and submit an application to California.
Step 2: Upon submission of the CA licensure application you will receive a letter from the state with a unique identification number. When you have been determined eligible, you will receive a qualification letter from CDPH.
Step 3: After you receive the qualification letter, complete the ASCP State Licensure Application (PDF) from the ASCP Board of Certification and include your CA unique identification number with a non-refundable application fee to the ASCP Board of Certification office (mailing instructions are in the application). If you choose to apply online for state licensure, you must use a credit card or PayPal. Application fees are non-refundable.
Step 4: You will receive an email notification regarding your admission letter with a phone number for scheduling your appointment to take the ASCP examination. Examinations are administered year-round on computer by appointment at Pearson testing sites located in California. You may schedule an appointment to take the examination at your convenience within the assigned 3 month examination period.
Step 5: Study for Exam. View study materials.
Step 6: Upon completion of the examination, your results (pass or fail) will appear briefly on the computer screen. Your examinee performance report will be emailed after two(2) business days. A copy of your results will also be mailed to California. The state licensure examination is for licensure purposes only. If you wish to apply for ASCP certification AND state licensure, you must complete the certification application form.
- OPTION 2: For California licensure AND ASCP certification
You must meet the eligibility requirements established by the ASCP Board of Certification and the licensure requirements established by the state of California. You must also successfully complete the ASCP certification examination administered after October 1, 2002 for MT/MLS or the ASCP certification examinations administered after March 1, 2004 for C, SC, M and SM or the ASCP certification examinations administered after July 1, 2005 for BB, SBB, H or SH.
Step 1: Contact the CDPH Laboratory Field Services web site for information on completing the licensure process and submit an application to California.
Step 2: Review the eligibility requirements for the appropriate examination category (MLS, C, SC, M, SM, BB, SBB, H, SH) to be sure you have met these requirements. (Go back to the BOC home page and click on US Certification, then click on "Eligibility," or simply click here.)
Step 3: To apply for ASCP certification, complete the general application (PDF) for ASCP Board of Certification (DO NOT COMPLETE THE STATE LICENSURE APPLICATION) and submit this form with a non-refundable application fee to the ASCP Board of Certification office. An official transcript verifying the degree and science requirements must be submitted and reference forms (depending on the examination route under which you are applying) may be required. Please refer to the Procedures for Examination and Certification (PDF) for detailed eligibility requirements. Sign and submit a release form (PDF) authorizing our office to submit your examination scores to California Laboratory Field Services. This form must contain the unique California identification number provided by the state. If you choose to apply online for state licensure, you must use a credit card or PayPal. Application fees are non-refundable.
Step 4: Upon determination of your eligibility for examination, You will receive an email notification regarding your admission letter with a phone number for scheduling your appointment to take the examination. Examinations are administered year-round on computer by appointment at 13 test sites located in California. You may schedule an appointment to take the examination at your convenience within the assigned 3 month examination period.
Step 5: Study for Exam. View study materials.
Step 6: Upon completion of the examination, your results (pass or fail) will appear briefly on the computer screen. Your examinee performance report will be emailed to you and a copy of your results will be forwarded to California within ten (10) business days after we have received your final transcript verifying completion of the academic requirements. Upon passing the examination, you will receive a certification number on your examinee performance report and a certificate verifying your certification within 6-8 weeks.
- OPTION 3: If you were MT(ASCP) certified BEFORE October 1, 2002 OR
C(ASCP), SC(ASCP), M(ASCP), SM(ASCP) BEFORE March 1, 2004 OR
BB(ASCP), SBB(ASCP), H(ASCP), SH(ASCP) BEFORE July 1, 2005
It will be necessary for you to retake and successfully complete the appropriate certification examination (MLS, C, SC, M, SM, BB, SBB, H, SH). If you do not pass the examination, it will not affect your certification status.
Step 1: Contact the CDPH Laboratory Field Services web site for information on completing the licensure process.
Step 2: Upon submission of the CA licensure application, you will receive a letter from the state with a unique identification number. When you have been determined eligible, you will receive a qualification letter from CDPH.
Step 3: After you receive the qualification letter, complete the ASCP State Licensure Application (PDF) from the ASCP Board of Certification and include your CA unique identification number with a non-refundable application fee to the ASCP Board of Certification office (mailing instructions are in the application). If you choose to apply online for state licensure, you must use a credit card or PayPal. Application fees are non-refundable.
Step 4: Upon verification of approval by California, You will receive an email notification regarding your admission letter with a phone number for scheduling your appointment to take the ASCP examination. Examinations are administered year-round on computer by appointment at 13 test sites located in California. You may schedule an appointment to take the examination at your convenience within the assigned 3 month examination period.
Step 5: Study for Exam. View study materials.
Step 6: Upon completion of the examination, your results (pass or fail) will appear briefly on the computer screen. Your examinee performance report will be emailed to you after two(2) business days. A copy of your results will also be mailed to California.
- OPTION 4: If you were MT(ASCP) or MLS (ASCP) certified AFTER October 1, 2002 OR
C(ASCP), SC(ASCP), M(ASCP), SM(ASCP) AFTER March 1, 2004 OR
BB(ASCP), SBB(ASCP), H(ASCP), SH(ASCP) AFTER July 1, 2005
You do not need to reapply or retake the ASCP certification examination.
Step 1: You will need to follow the instructions under Verification of Certification to have your examination results sent to CDPH Laboratory Field Services to verify successful completion of the ASCP certification examination.
Step 2: Enter your unique California identification number in the space for "ID number".
Step 3: Choose the option to send your examination results to a third party and indicate the email address of the CDPH office provided in the letter sent to you from the California LFS Personnel Licensing Section.
Application Fee for MLT licensure only (CMLT): $200
Application Fee for MLT licensure and ASCP certification (MLT): $200
The ASCP Board of Certification examination for Medical Laboratory Technician has been approved for licensure purposes by the state of California effective June 1, 2007. Applicants for California licensure must first apply to California Laboratory Field Services and follow the state application process. Information on the requirements and application process may be obtained at the CDPH Laboratory Field Service web site. It is your responsibility to review and complete all licensure requirements of the appropriate state.
Note: There is a four-year "look back" period, meaning that any individual already certified as a Medical Laboratory Technician, MLT(ASCP) after June 1, 2003 will not need to retake the examination for California state licensure.
- OPTION 1: CA Licensure only
You must meet the licensure requirements established by the state of California and successfully pass the ASCP Board of Certification Medical Laboratory Technician (CMLT) licensure examination. This licensure examination does not include any questions on microscopy or immunohematology since the scope of practice in California restricts this testing to Medical Laboratory Scientists.
Step 1: Contact the CDPH Laboratory Field Services web site for information on completing the licensure process and submit an application to California.
Step 2: Upon submission of the CA licensure application you will receive a letter from the state with a unique identification number. When you have been determined eligible, you will receive a qualification letter from CDPH.
Step 3: After you receive the qualification letter, complete the ASCP State Licensure Application (PDF) from the ASCP Board of Certification and include your CA unique identification number with a non-refundable application fee to the ASCP Board of Certification office. You may apply online for state licensure using a credit card or PayPal as the form of payment.
Step 4: Study for Exam. View study materials.
Step 5: You will receive an email notification regarding your admission letter with a phone number for scheduling your appointment to take the CMLT examination. Examinations are administered year-round on computer by appointment at 13 test sites located in California. You may schedule an appointment to take the examination at your convenience within the assigned 3 month examination period.
Step 6: Upon completion of the examination, your results (pass or fail) will appear briefly on the computer screen. Your examinee performance report will be emailed to you after two(2) business days. A copy of your results will also be mailed to California.
- OPTION 2: CA Licensure and MLT(ASCP) Certification
You must meet the eligibility requirements established by the ASCP Board of Certification and the licensure requirements established by the state of California. You must also successfully complete the ASCP Board of Certification MLT certification examination administered after June 1, 2003. This examination covers the full scope of practice including microscopy and immunohematology.
Step 1: Contact the CDPH Laboratory Field Services web site for information on completing the licensure process and submit an application to California.
Step 2: Review the eligibility requirements for Medical Laboratory Technician to be sure you have met these requirements.
Step 3: To apply for ASCP certification, complete the general Application for ASCP certification (DO NOT COMPLETE THE STATE LICENSURE APPLICATION) and submit this form with a non-refundable application fee to the ASCP Board of Certification office. An official transcript verifying the degree and science requirements must be submitted and reference forms (depending on the examination route under which you are applying) may be required. Please refer to the Procedures for Examination and Certification for detailed eligibility requirements. Sign and submit a release form (PDF) authorizing our office to submit your examination scores to California Laboratory Field Services. This form must contain the unique California identification number provided by the state. You may apply online for state licensure and MLT(ASCP) certification using a credit card or PayPal as the form of payment.
Step 4: Study for Exam.View study materials.
Step 5: Upon determination of your eligibility for examination, you will receive an email notification regarding your admission letter with a phone number for scheduling your appointment to take the MLT examination. Examinations are administered year-round on computer by appointment at 13 test sites located in California. You may schedule an appointment to take the examination at your convenience within the assigned 3 month examination period.
Step 6: Upon completion of the examination, your results (pass or fail) will appear briefly on the computer screen. Your examinee performance report will be emailed to you and a copy of your results will be mailed to California within ten (10) business days after we have received your final transcript verifying completion of the academic requirements. Upon passing the examination, you will receive a certification number on your examinee performance report and a certificate verifying your certification within 6-8 weeks.
- OPTION 3: MLT(ASCP) Certification before June 1, 2003
It will be necessary for you to retake and successfully complete the Medical Laboratory Technician (CMLT) licensure examination. This licensure examination does not include any questions on microscopy or immunohematology since the scope of practice in California restricts this testing to Medical Laboratory Scientists. If you do not pass the examination, it will not affect your certification status.
Step 1: Contact the CDPH Laboratory Field Services web site for information on completing the licensure process.
Step 2: Upon submission of the CA licensure application, you will receive a letter from the state with a unique identification number. When you have been determined eligible, you will receive a qualification letter from CDPH.
Step 3: After you receive the qualification letter, complete the ASCP State Licensure Application (PDF) from the ASCP Board of Certification and include your CA unique identification number with a non-refundable application fee to the ASCP Board of Certification office. You may apply online for state licensure using a credit card or PayPal as the form of payment.
Step 4: Study for Exam. View study materials.
Step 5: Upon verification of approval by California, you will receive an email notification regarding your admission letter with a phone number for scheduling your appointment to take the CMLT examination. Examinations are administered year-round on computer by appointment at 13 test sites located in California. You may schedule an appointment to take the examination at your convenience within the assigned 3 month examination period.
Step 6: Upon completion of the examination, your results (pass or fail) will appear briefly on the computer screen. Your examinee performance report will be emailed to you that you will receive after two(2) business days. A copy of your results will also be mailed to California.
- OPTION 4: MLT(ASCP) Certification after June 1, 2003
You do not need to reapply or retake the ASCP certification examination.
Step 1: You will need to follow the instructions under Verification of Certification to have your examination results sent to CDPH Laboratory Field Services to verify successful completion of the ASCP certification examination.
Step 2: Enter your unique California identification number in the space for "ID number".
Step 3: Choose the option to send your examination results to a third party and indicate the email address of the CDPH office provided in the letter sent to you from the California LFS Personnel Licensing Section.
PBT Certification Examination Application Fee: $135
ASCP Board of Certification, an approved certification organization by the California Department of Public Health, offers a certification examination in phlebotomy, Phlebotomy Technician, PBT(ASCP). Examinations are administered on computer year round by appointment. It is your responsibility to review and complete all licensure requirements of the appropriate state.
The BOC Certification for Phlebotomy Process
Step 1: Meet the certification examination eligibility requirements.
Step 2: Submit required documents with a non-refundable application fee to the ASCP Board of Certification office:
Step 3: Once you have been determined eligible for certification examination you will receive an email notification regarding the Admission Notification from the ASCP Board of Certification with instructions on how to make an appointment for examination at the testing location of your choice.
Step 4: Study for Exam. View study materials.
Step 5: Take the certification examination. Immediately after you complete the examination, you will see your pass/fail result on the computer screen.
Step 6: Receive your examination scores after two(2) business days of the date of your examination. Your scores will also be mailed to the California Department of Public Health if you completed and mailed the release form to our office.
Application Fee for MB licensure only (MB): $225
Application Fee for MB licensure and ASCP certification (MB): $225
The ASCP Board of Certification examination for Technologist in Molecular Biology has been approved for licensure purposes by the state of California effective October 23, 2009. Applicants for California licensure must first apply to California Laboratory Field Services and follow the state application process. Information on the requirements and application process may be obtained at the CDPH Laboratory Field Service web site. It is your responsibility to review and complete all licensure requirements of the appropriate state.
Please review the steps under the appropriate designation below that applies to you:
- OPTION 1: CA Licensure only
You must meet the licensure requirements established by the state of California and successfully pass the ASCP Board of Certification Technologist in Molecular Biology (MB) licensure examination. This licensure examination does not include any questions on microscopy or immunohematology since the scope of practice in California restricts this testing to Medical Laboratory Scientists.
Step 1: Contact the CDPH Laboratory Field Services web site for information on completing the licensure process and submit an application to California.
Step 2: Upon submission of the CA licensure application you will receive a letter from the state with a unique identification number. When you have been determined eligible, you will receive a qualification letter from CDPH.
Step 3: After you receive the qualification letter, complete the ASCP State Licensure Application (PDF) from the ASCP Board of Certification and include your CA unique identification number with a non-refundable application fee to the ASCP Board of Certification office. You may apply online for state licensure using a credit card or PayPal as the form of payment.
Step 4: Study for Exam. View study materials.
Step 5: You will receive an email notification regarding your admission letter with a phone number for scheduling your appointment to take the MB examination. Examinations are administered year-round on computer by appointment at 13 test sites located in California. You may schedule an appointment to take the examination at your convenience within the assigned 3 month examination period.
Step 6: Upon completion of the examination, your results (pass or fail) will appear briefly on the computer screen. Your examinee performance report will be emailed to you that you will receive after two(2) business days. A copy of your results will also be mailed to California.
- OPTION 2: CA Licensure and MB(ASCP) Certification
You must meet the eligibility requirements established by the ASCP Board of Certification and the licensure requirements established by the state of California. You must also successfully complete the ASCP Board of Certification MB certification examination administered after October 23, 2009.
Step 1: Contact the CDPH Laboratory Field Services web site for information on completing the licensure process and submit an application to California.
Step 2: Review the eligibility requirements for Technologist in Molecular Biology to be sure you have met these requirements.
Step 3: To apply for ASCP certification, complete the general Application for ASCP certification (DO NOT COMPLETE THE STATE LICENSURE APPLICATION) and submit this form with a non-refundable application fee to the ASCP Board of Certification office. An official transcript verifying the degree and science requirements must be submitted and reference forms (depending on the examination route under which you are applying) may be required. Please refer to the Procedures for Examination and Certification for detailed eligibility requirements. Sign and submit a release form (PDF) authorizing our office to submit your examination scores to California Laboratory Field Services. This form must contain the unique California identification number provided by the state. You may apply online for state licensure and MB(ASCP) certification using a credit card or PayPal as the form of payment.
Step 4: Study for Exam. View study materials.
Step 5: Upon determination of your eligibility for examination, you will receive an email notification regarding your admission letter with a phone number for scheduling your appointment to take the MB examination. Examinations are administered year-round on computer by appointment at 13 test sites located in California. You may schedule an appointment to take the examination at your convenience within the assigned 3 month examination period.
Step 6: Upon completion of the examination, your results (pass or fail) will appear briefly on the computer screen. Your examinee performance report will be emailed to you and a copy of your results will be forwarded to California within ten (10) business days after we have received your final transcript verifying completion of the academic requirements. Upon passing the examination, you will receive a certification number on your examinee performance report and a certificate verifying your certification within 6-8 weeks.
- OPTION 3: MB(ASCP) Certification before October 23, 2009
If you were MB(ASCP) certified before October 23, 2009, it will be necessary for you to retake and successfully complete the Technologist in Molecular Biology (MB) licensure examination. If you do not pass the examination, it will not affect your certification status.
Step 1: Contact the CDPH Laboratory Field Services web site for information on completing the licensure process.
Step 2: Upon submission of the CA licensure application, you will receive a letter from the state with a unique identification number. When you have been determined eligible, you will receive a qualification letter from CDPH.
Step 3: After you receive the qualification letter, complete the ASCP State Licensure Application (PDF) from the ASCP Board of Certification and include your CA unique identification number with a non-refundable application fee to the ASCP Board of Certification office. You may apply online for state licensure using a credit card or PayPal as the form of payment.
Step 4: Study for Exam. View study materials.
Step 5: Upon verification of approval by California, you will receive an email notification regarding your admission letter with a phone number for scheduling your appointment to take the MB examination. Examinations are administered year-round on computer by appointment at 13 test sites located in California. You may schedule an appointment to take the examination at your convenience within the assigned 3 month examination period.
Step 6: Upon completion of the examination, your results (pass or fail) will appear briefly on the computer screen. Your examinee performance report will be emailed to you that you will receive after two(2) business days. A copy of your results will also be sent to California.
- OPTION 4: MB(ASCP) Certification after October 23, 2009
You do not need to reapply or retake the ASCP certification examination.
Step 1: You will need to follow the instructions under Verification of Certification to have your examination results sent to CDPH Laboratory Field Services to verify successful completion of the ASCP certification examination.
Step 2: Enter your unique California identification number in the space for "ID number".
Step 3: Choose the option to send your examination results to a third party and indicate the email address of the CDPH office provided in the letter sent to you from the California LFS Personnel Licensing Section.
- OPTION 5: NCA CLSp(MB) Certification before October 23, 2009
You do not need to take the ASCP BOC certification examination.
Step 1: You will need to follow the instructions under Verification of Certification to have your examination results sent to CDPH Laboratory Field Services to verify successful completion of the ASCP certification examination.
Step 2: Enter your unique California identification number in the space for "ID number".
Step 3: Choose the option to send your examination results to a third party and indicate the email address of the CDPH office provided in the letter sent to you from the California LFS Personnel Licensing Section.
Application Fee for CG licensure only (CG): $225
Application Fee for CG licensure and ASCP certification (CG): $225
The ASCP Board of Certification examination for Technologist in Cytogenetics has been approved for licensure purposes by the state of California effective October 23, 2009. Applicants for California licensure must first apply to California Laboratory Field Services and follow the state application process. Information on the requirements and application process may be obtained at the CDPH Laboratory Field Service web site. It is your responsibility to review and complete all licensure requirements of the appropriate state.
Please review the steps under the appropriate designation below that applies to you:
- OPTION 1: CA Licensure only
You must meet the licensure requirements established by the state of California and successfully pass the ASCP Board of Certification Technologist in Cytogenetics (CG) licensure examination. This licensure examination does not include any questions on microscopy or immunohematology since the scope of practice in California restricts this testing to Medical Laboratory Scientists.
Step 1: Contact the CDPH Laboratory Field Services web site for information on completing the licensure process and submit an application to California.
Step 2: Upon submission of the CA licensure application you will receive a letter from the state with a unique identification number. When you have been determined eligible, you will receive a qualification letter from CDPH.
Step 3: After you receive the qualification letter, complete the ASCP State Licensure Application (PDF) from the ASCP Board of Certification and include your CA unique identification number with a non-refundable application fee to the ASCP Board of Certification office. You may apply online for state licensure using a credit card or PayPal as the form of payment.
Step 4: Study for Exam. View study materials.
Step 5: You will receive an email notification regarding your admission letter with a phone number for scheduling your appointment to take the CG examination. Examinations are administered year-round on computer by appointment at 13 test sites located in California. You may schedule an appointment to take the examination at your convenience within the assigned 3 month examination period.
Step 6: Upon completion of the examination, your results (pass or fail) will appear briefly on the computer screen. Your examinee performance report will be emailed to you after two(2) business days. A copy of your results will also be mailed to California.
- OPTION 2: CA Licensure and CG(ASCP) Certification
You must meet the eligibility requirements established by the ASCP Board of Certification and the licensure requirements established by the state of California. You must also successfully complete the ASCP Board of Certification CG certification examination administered after October 23, 2009.
Step 1: Contact the CDPH Laboratory Field Services web site for information on completing the licensure process and submit an application to California.
Step 2: Review the eligibility requirements for Technologist in Cytogenetics to be sure you have met these requirements.
Step 3: To apply for ASCP certification, complete the general Application for ASCP certification (DO NOT COMPLETE THE STATE LICENSURE APPLICATION) and submit this form with a non-refundable application fee to the ASCP Board of Certification office. An official transcript verifying the degree and science requirements must be submitted and reference forms (depending on the examination route under which you are applying) may be required. Please refer to the Procedures for Examination and Certification for detailed eligibility requirements. Sign and submit a release form (PDF) authorizing our office to submit your examination scores to California Laboratory Field Services. This form must contain the unique California identification number provided by the state. You may apply online for state licensure and CG(ASCP) using a credit card or PayPal as the form of payment.
Step 4: Study for Exam. View study materials.
Step 5: Upon determination of your eligibility for examination, you will receive an email notification regarding your admission letter with a phone number for scheduling your appointment to take the CG examination. Examinations are administered year-round on computer by appointment at 13 test sites located in California. You may schedule an appointment to take the examination at your convenience within the assigned 3 month examination period.
Step 6: Upon completion of the examination, your results (pass or fail) will appear briefly on the computer screen. A written copy of your examinee performance report will be emailed to you and a copy of your results will be forwarded to California within ten(10) business days after we have received your final transcript verifying completion of the academic requirements. Upon passing the examination, you will receive a certification number on your examinee performance report and a certificate verifying your certification within 6-8 weeks.
- OPTION 3: MLT(ASCP) Certification after October 23, 2009
You do not need to reapply or retake the ASCP certification examination.
Step 1: You will need to follow the instructions under Verification of Certification to have your examination results sent to CDPH Laboratory Field Services to verify successful completion of the ASCP certification examination.
Step 2: Enter your unique California identification number in the space for "ID number".
Step 3: Choose the option to send your examination results to a third party and indicate the email address of the CDPH office provided in the letter sent to you from the California LFS Personnel Licensing Section.
- OPTION 4: NCA CLSp(CG) Certification before October 23, 2009
You do not need to take the ASCP BOC certification examination.
Step 1: You will need to follow the instructions under Verification of Certification to have your examination results sent to CDPH Laboratory Field Services to verify successful completion of the ASCP certification examination.
Step 2: Enter your unique California identification number in the space for "ID number".
Step 3: Choose the option to send your examination results to a third party and indicate the email address of the CDPH office provided in the letter sent to you from the California LFS Personnel Licensing Section.
International Medical Technologist/Clinical Laboratory Scientist
Application Fee: $200*
The ASCP Board of Certification examination for International Medical Technologist, MT(ASCPi) has been approved for licensure purposes by the state of California effective June 1, 2007. Applicants for California licensure must first apply to California Laboratory Field Services and follow the state application process. Information on the requirements and application process may be obtained at the CDPH Laboratory Field Service web site.
- OPTION 1: Not yet certified: Applying for CA licensure and the MT(ASCPi) exam
You must meet the eligibility requirements established by the ASCP Board of Certification and the licensure requirements established by the state of California. You must also successfully complete the ASCP Board of Certification international certification examination.
Step 1: Contact the CDPH Laboratory Field Service web site for information on completing the licensure process and submit an application to California.
Step 2: Make sure you review the Eligibility requirements for International Medical Technologist, MT(ASCPi) to be sure you have met the requirements.
Step 3: To apply for ASCPi certification, complete the general Application for ASCPi Board of Certification (BOC) certification.
Example: Select “International Certification” on the online application
Submit the online application with a non-refundable application fee and all necessary documentation to the ASCP Board of Certification office. Please refer to the International Procedures for Examination and Certification for detailed eligibility requirements. Sign and submit a release form (PDF) authorizing our office to submit your examination scores to California Laboratory Field Services. This form must contain the unique California identification number provided by the state.
Step 4: Upon determination of your eligibility for examination, you will receive an admission letter via email with a phone number for scheduling your appointment to take the examination. Examinations are administered year-round on computer by appointment. Visit the Pearson website for ASCP examinations to identify a testing location that's convenient for you. You may schedule an appointment to take the examination at your convenience within the assigned 3 month examination period.
Step 5: Upon completion of the examination, your results (pass or fail) will appear briefly on the computer screen. A copy of your examinee performance report will be e-mailed to you and a copy of your results will be forwarded to California within ten (10) business days after we have received your final transcript verifying completion of the academic requirements. Upon passing the examination, you will receive a certification number on your examinee performance report and a certificate verifying your certification within 6-8 weeks.
- OPTION 2: Already certified: Obtaining CA licensure after passing the MT(ASCPi) exam
You do not need to reapply or retake the ASCP Board of Certification (BOC) certification examination.
Step 1: Contact the CDPH Laboratory Field Service web site for information on completing the licensure process and submit an application to California.
Step 2: You will need to follow the instructions under Verification of Certification to have your examination results sent to CDPH Laboratory Field Services to verify successful completion of the ASCP Board of Certification (BOC) certification examination.
Step 3: Enter your unique California identification number in the space for “ID number.”
Step 4: Choose the option to send your examination results to a third party and indicate the email address of the CDPH office provided in the letter sent to you from the California LFS Personnel Licensing Section.
* International Pricing Policy: Applicants who both (a) obtained medical laboratory education in, AND (b) currently reside in select nations will receive discounted pricing of $95 for all international certification examination categories: International Pricing Policy.
