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New York State Licensure

The ASCP Board of Certification examinations for Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS)/Medical Technologist (MT) and Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) have been approved for licensure purposes by the state of New York effective December 1, 2007. The ASCP Board of Certification examination for Histotechnician was approved October 1, 2009. The ASCP Board of Certification examination for Cytotechnology was approved September 1, 2007. Applicants for New York licensure must first apply to the state of New York and follow the state application process. Information on the requirements and application process may be obtained at the New York state web site. It is your responsibility to review and complete all licensure requirements of the appropriate state.

Note: There is a six-year "look back" period, meaning that an individual already certified as a Medical Laboratory Scientist, MLS(ASCP)/Medical Technologist, MT(ASCP), a Medical Laboratory Technician, MLT(ASCP) or a Cytotechnologist, CT(ASCP) after September 1, 2001 does not need to retake the examination.

Options

Application Fee for Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT): $220
Application Fee for Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS): $245
Application Fee for Cytotechnologist (CT): $245
Application fee for Histotechnician (HT): $220

Please review the steps below for the following options:

OPTION 1: For New York Licensure only

You must meet the licensure requirements established by the state of New York and successfully pass the appropriate ASCP Board of Certification examination (MLS, MLT, CT, HT).

Step 1: Contact the New York web site for information on completing the licensure process and submit an application to New York.

Step 2: When you have been determined eligible for licensure by the state of New York, you will receive a letter from the state.

Step 3: After you receive this letter, complete the ASCP State Licensure Application (PDF) from the ASCP Board of Certification and mail this form 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. Application fees are non-refundable.

Step 4: You will receive an 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 14 test sites located in New York. 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 state licensure examination, your results (pass or fail) will appear briefly on the computer screen. A written copy of your examinee performance report will be mailed to you that you will receive within ten (10) business days. A copy of your results will also be sent to New York. 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 NY 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 New York. You must also successfully complete the ASCP certification examination administered after September 1, 2001 for MT/MLS, MLT, CT or HT.

Step 1: Contact the New York web site for information on completing the licensure process and submit an application to New York.

Step 2: Review the eligibility requirements for the appropriate examination category (MT/MLS, MLT, CT, HT) to be sure you have met these requirements.

Step 3: To apply for ASCP certification, complete the general application (PDF) 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 (PDF) for detailed eligibility requirements. Sign and submit a release form (PDF) authorizing our office to submit your examination scores to New York. If you choose to apply online for state licensure and certification, you must use a credit card. Application fees are non-refundable.

Step 4: Upon determination of your eligibility for examination, you will receive an admission letter with a phone number for scheduling your appointment to take the examination. Examinations are administered year-round on computer by appointment at 14 test sites located in New York. 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. A written copy of your examinee performance report will be mailed to you and a copy of your results will be forwarded to New York 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: ASCP Certification before September 1, 2001

It will be necessary for you to retake and successfully complete the appropriate certification examination (MLS, MLT, CT, HT). If you do not pass the examination, it will not affect your certification status.

Step 1: Contact the state of New York web site for information on completing the licensure process.

Step 2: When you have been determined eligible for licensure by the state of New York, you will receive a letter from the state.

Step 3: After you receive this letter, complete the ASCP State Licensure Application (PDF) from the ASCP Board of Certification and mail this form 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. Application fees are non-refundable.

Step 4: You will receive an 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 14 test sites located in New York. 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. A written copy of your examinee performance report will be mailed to you that you will receive within ten (10) business days. A copy of your results will also be sent to the state of New York.
OPTION 4: ASCP Certification after September 1, 2001

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 the state of New York to verify successful completion of the ASCP certification examination.

Step 2: Choose the option to send your examination results to a third party and indicate the email address provided in the letter sent to you from the state of New York.

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