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The American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP BOC) develops and maintains credentialing examinations that set the standard for quality and patient safety in laboratory medicine and pathology. Through rigorous examination development, psychometric analysis, accreditation, and fraud protection measures, the ASCP BOC ensures that its certifications and qualifications reflect essential professional knowledge and skills, support career growth, and advance patient care.
ASCP BOC has 22 credentials that are accredited by the ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) under ISO/IEC 17024, the global benchmark for personnel certification. Accreditation affirms that ASCP BOC credentials are developed according to best practices and industry standards, and recognized worldwide as evidence of professional excellence.
ASCP BOC examinations are built on best practices in psychometrics, examination design, and subject matter expertise, supported by a robust system of volunteer contributors and a professional team. Regular practice analyses and content updates ensure that credential examinations reflect the evolving science, technology, and practice of the medical laboratory profession.
The ASCP BOC shares examination insights, analytics, and practice analysis reports openly to promote transparency and strengthen trust in its credentialing processes.
These data-driven resources empower educators, employers, and laboratory professionals to better understand credentialing trends and their impact on the workforce and patient care.
The ASCP BOC actively safeguards the integrity of its examinations and credentials by combating fraudulent activities and misuse of intellectual property. Protecting the credibility of ASCP BOC credentials ensures that every candidate earns credentials fairly through their knowledge and skills, that credentialing processes remain secure, and that employers and patients can place full confidence in those who hold these credentials.