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Medical laboratory scientists and medical laboratory technicians credentialed through the ASCP BOC, work together to deliver the full spectrum of laboratory testing—from routine procedures to complex analyses—that drives accurate diagnoses, informs treatment decisions, and safeguards patient care.
ASCP BOC, recognized globally as the standard for trusted credentials in laboratory medicine, continues to advance excellence by aligning its credentials with the responsibilities, technologies, and workforce needs of medical laboratory professionals worldwide. Through innovation, integrity, and a commitment to patient safety, ASCP BOC ensures that our credentials remain relevant, respected, and essential for career growth.
ASCP BOC certifications and qualifications are professional credentials that validate knowledge and skills, promote professional practice, recognize achievement, and strengthen trust in patient care worldwide.
Explore how maintaining ASCP BOC credentials through the Credential Maintenance Program (CMP) highlights the importance of continuous learning, professional consistency, and a commitment to excellence in patient care.
Credential holders share firsthand how ASCP BOC credentials add value, recognize professional achievement, and strengthen careers in laboratory medicine.
ASCP BOC upholds excellence in the medical laboratory by setting rigorous standards and offering globally recognized credentials to professionals who meet specific eligibility requirements and demonstrate their knowledge by passing an examination.
Discover the wide range of ASCP BOC credentials created to support and elevate your career in the medical laboratory profession. These credentials validate your knowledge and skills, demonstrate your commitment to excellence, and open doors to new opportunities for growth and advancement. By earning and maintaining an ASCP BOC credential, you join a trusted community of professionals dedicated to ensuring the highest standards in patient care.
Wondering if you qualify to sit for an ASCP BOC examination? Our eligibility requirements outline the education, training, and experience needed for each credential. By reviewing these pathways, you can see the options available and determine the best route toward credentialing.
Ready to take the next step? Once you’ve confirmed your eligibility and gathered your documentation, you can begin your application for an ASCP BOC credential. The online application walks you through each step, entering your education, training, and experience details, uploading required documents, and submitting payment securely.
Earning your ASCP BOC credential is the first step, and maintaining it ensures your knowledge and skills stay current throughout your career. Through the Credential Maintenance Program (CMP), you’ll complete continuing education activities that keep you aligned with the latest standards in laboratory medicine and patient care.
Your ASCP account is your hub for everything credential-related. From updating personal information tracking the status of your application, submitting your CMP declaration, and accessing verification services, you can manage it all in one secure place.
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ASCP BOC brings together the expertise of medical laboratory professionals from many different organizations, institutions, and regions to address the credentialing needs of practitioners at all levels of practice.
ASCP BOC unites the perspectives and expertise of laboratory specialty professionals from across organizations, institutions, and regions to address the credentialing needs of practitioners at every stage of practice.
