Ascp International Procedures Book

IMPORTANT
NEW INFORMATION ENCLOSED
JANUARY 2021
International Procedures for

Examination & Certification
The ASCP Board of Certification is an administratively
independent certification agency that prepares relevant
standards and develops procedures that will assure the
competence of non-physician medical laboratory personnel.
The ASCP Board of Certification certifies those individuals who

meet the academic and clinical prerequisites and who achieve
acceptable performance levels on examinations.
The Board of Certification does not discriminate among applicants as to age, gender,
race, religion, national origin, disability, marital status or sexual orientation.
All requirements, processes and fees as stated in this booklet are subject to change without notice.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
ASCP BOARD OF CERTIFICATION APPLICATION AND SCHEDULING
International Certification for Laboratory Professionals �� 2 Completion of Online Application...........................24-25
What is Certification.......................................................... 2
Determine Category and Route........................................ 24
About the ASCP Board of Certification............................... 2
Maintenance of Credential................................................. 3 Submit Online Application and Payment........................... 24
International Certification Process...................................... 3 Submit Required Documentation..................................... 24
International Certification Categories Payments for Multiple Applications................................... 24
and Application Fees......................................................... 3 Change of Email, Mailing Address
and/or Name Change.............................................24-25
EXAMINATION ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
Application Processing................................................ 25
International Technician Certification........................ 4-5 Review of Documents...................................................... 25
International Medical Laboratory Technician, MLT(ASCP i ).. 4 Application Status........................................................... 25
International Histotechnician, HT(ASCP i )........................... 4 Determination of Eligibility................................................ 25
International Phlebotomy Technician, PBT(ASCP i )............. 5 Ineligibility....................................................................... 25
International Technologist Certification................... 6-13 Study Materials............................................................... 25
A S C P B O A R D O F C E R T I F I C AT I O N
International Medical Laboratory Scientist, MLS(ASCP i )..... 6 Applicants with a Disability.......................................... 26
Científico de Laboratorio Médico Internacional,
Scheduling Your Examination...................................... 26
CLM(ASCP i )................................................................. 7
Scheduling Your Appointment.......................................... 26
International Technologist in Blood Banking, BB(ASCP i ).... 8
Rescheduling Appointments............................................ 26
International Technologist in Chemistry, C(ASCP i ).............. 9
Cancellation Policy.......................................................... 26
International Technologist in Cytogenetics, CG(ASCP i ).... 10
International Cytotechnologist, CT(ASCP i )....................... 10
EXAMINATION AND CERTIFICATION
International Technologist in Gynecologic Cytology,
CTgyn(ASCP i )............................................................ 11 Examination Administration.................................... 28-29
Board of Certification Examinations—
International Technologist in Hematology, H(ASCP i )......... 11
Computer Adaptive Testing.......................................... 28
International Histotechnologist, HTL(ASCP i ).................... 12
What to Bring to the Examination Center.......................... 28
International Technologist in Microbiology, M(ASCP i )..12-13
Acceptable Forms of Identification................................... 28
International Technologist in Molecular Biology,
MB(ASCP i )................................................................. 13 Valid Identification - Short Term Exceptions...................... 28
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What to Expect at the Testing Center............................... 29
International Specialist Certification...................... 14-21
Electronic Devices........................................................... 29
International Specialist in Blood Banking,
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SBB(ASCPi )...........................................................14-15 Taking the Test.............................................................. 29
International Specialist in Chemistry, SC(ASCP )..........15-16i Exam Durations............................................................... 29
International Specialist in Cytometry, SCYM(ASCPi ).....16-17 Inappropriate Conduct..................................................... 29
International Specialist in Cytotechnology, SCT(ASCP )..... 17 i Examination Irregularities................................................. 29
International Specialist in Hematology, SH(ASCPi ).......18-19 Examination Results............................................... 29-30
International Specialist in Microbiology, SM(ASCPi ).....19-20 Examination Score Report............................................... 29
International Specialist in Molecular Biology, Reapplying for Examination............................................. 29
SMB(ASCPi )..........................................................20-21 Watch for Your Certificate................................................ 30
Request for Verification of Certification
OFFICIAL DOCUMENTS REQUIRED Submitted to a Third Party........................................... 30
Documentation Required............................................. 22 Verification of Examination Results................................... 30
Verification of Academic Education............................ 22 Certification Expiration..................................................... 30
Revocation of Certification............................................... 30
Verification of Training Programs................................ 22
Credential Maintenance Program (CMP)..................... 30
Verification of Experience....................................... 22-23
CMP Requirements......................................................... 30
ASCP/ASCP i Certified Applicants............................... 23
APPENDIX A – ACCEPTABLE EVALUATION AGENCIES
Foreign Transcript Evaluation Agencies............................ 31
ASCP BOARD OF CERTIFICATION
International Certification for About the ASCP Board of Certification

Laboratory Professionals
Founded in 1928 by the American Society for Clinical
With over 590,000 individuals certified, the American Pathology (ASCP), the Board of Certification is widely
Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) is the largest accepted as the most influential leader in the field of
association of laboratory professionals in the world. certification of medical laboratory professionals. To date over
Serving as the largest and oldest pathology and laboratory 590,000 individuals have been certified. The ASCP Board
medicine society, the ASCP Board of Certification (BOC) of Certification understands the importance of impartiality
now offers a formal process for international laboratory in conducting certification and qualification activities. It
professionals to earn ASCP i . The ASCP i credential certifies manages conflict of interest and ensures objectivity by
professional competency among new and practicing representative membership on its Board of Governors from
laboratory personnel in an effort to contribute globally to other associations and societies. The Board of Governors of
the highest standards of patient safety and carries the the ASCP Board of Certification has 24 members:
weight of over 90 years of expertise in clinical laboratory
• Five pathologists (nominated by the ASCP); including one
professional certification. By earning ASCP i certification,

member of the American Society of Hematology
you demonstrate to your employer and your colleagues that
your knowledge and experience meet the highest standards • Five laboratory professionals (nominated by the ASCP);
of your profession. including one member of the American Association for Clinical
Chemistry
WHAT IS CERTIFICATION? • Four representatives from the American Society for Clinical
Certification is the process by which a nongovernmental Laboratory Science (ASCLS)
agency or association recognizes the competence of an • Two representatives from the Association of Genetic
individual who has met predetermined qualifications. ASCP Technologists (AGT)
Board of Certification (BOC) certifies individuals upon
• One representative from each of the following six
completion of academic prerequisites, clinical laboratory
additional participating specialty societies:
education, or experience, and successful performance on
an examination. Foreign educated graduates of medical » AABB
laboratory science programs and laboratory professionals
» American Association of Pathologists’ Assistants
are challenged with content that mirrors the standards of
2 excellence established by ASCP exams. » American Society for Microbiology
» American Society of Cytopathology
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Maintenance of Credential » Clinical Laboratory Management Association

» National Society for Histotechnology
Individuals ASCPi certified prior to January 1, 2012, were
awarded certification with no expiration date. Individuals • One public member
ASCPi certified beginning January 1, 2012 receive a three • Past Board of Governors Chair
year time-limited certification and are required to complete
the Credential Maintenance Program (CMP) every three years The ASCP Board of Certification (BOC) represents the gold
to maintain valid certification. Visit www.ascp.org/cmp for standard for certification of pathologists’ assistants and
further information. laboratory professionals.
Through their work on various scientific and examination

committees, over 100 volunteer technologists and
technicians, specialists, laboratory scientists, physicians,
professional researchers, and experts in psychometrics
ensure that BOC examination processes and certification
credentials continue to maintain the highest standards
of the laboratory medicine profession. BOC examination
committees are responsible for examination development
and review, determining accuracy and relevancy of the
examinations, and establishing the competence level
for each area of laboratory medicine.
International Certification Process STEP 4: Schedule an appointment to take the
examination within the eligibility period indicated
STEP 1: Determine your examination category and route in your admission notification.
and gather required documentation to meet the eligibility
requirements. The ASCP BOC does not consult with a STEP 5: Take the examination at the Pearson VUE
candidate, review documentation, or determine a candidate’s Professional Center of your choice. Immediately after you
eligibility prior to application. Eligibility is determined only after complete the examination, you will see your preliminary
a candidate’s application, fee, and all required documentation pass/fail result on the computer screen.
have been received and all items have been reviewed by
an evaluator. Application fees cover the administrative STEP 6: Receive email notification to login and view your
costs of processing applications, including the review of all final examination score report.
documentation; application fees are not refundable.
STEP 7: Receive your wall certificate in approximately six
STEP 2: Complete the online application (see page 24) (6) to eight (8) weeks after receiving your passing score
and submit: report and verifying your mailing address. Your certification
• Application fee (credit card or check) is valid for a three year period. To maintain valid certification,
Application fees are non-refundable completion of the Credential Maintenance Program (CMP) is
required every three years. Please visit www.ascp.org/cmp
• Required documentation to verify your eligibility
(see page 22) for program details.
STEP 3: Receive notification to take the computer based Congratulations on your decision to apply for certification
examination at a Pearson VUE Professional Center within by the ASCP Board of Certification, the certification agency
the examination period assigned, upon determination of representing the majority of the laboratory community. We
your examination eligibility. wish you success on your examination.
INTERNATIONAL CERTIFICATION CATEGORIES AND APPLICATION FEES

Application fees are non-refundable. Be sure you meet the eligibility requirements for the category and route
as stated and are able to provide the required documentation before submitting your online application and fee.
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Category of Examination Application Fee*
• International Histotechnician, HT(ASCP i). . ...................................................................................................... $175
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• International Medical Laboratory Technician, MLT(ASCP i)................................................................................ $175
• International Phlebotomy Technician, PBT(ASCP i). . ......................................................................................... $125
• International Medical Laboratory Scientist, MLS(ASCP i).................................................................................. $200
• Científico de Laboratorio Médico Internacional, CLM(ASCP i)........................................................................... $200
• International Histotechnologist, HTL(ASCP i)................................................................................................... $200
• International Technologist in Blood Banking, BB(ASCP i).................................................................................. $200
• International Technologist in Chemistry, C(ASCP i)........................................................................................... $200
• International Technologist in Cytogenetics, CG(ASCP i).................................................................................... $200
• International Cytotechnologist, CT(ASCP i) . . .................................................................................................... $200
• International Technologist in Gynecologic Cytology, CTgyn (ASCP i). . ................................................................ $125
• International Technologist in Hematology, H(ASCP i)........................................................................................ $200
• International Technologist in Microbiology, M(ASCP i) . . ..................................................................................... $200
• International Technologist in Molecular Biology, MB(ASCP i)............................................................................. $200
• Científico de Laboratorio Médico Internacional, CLM(ASCP i)........................................................................... $200
• International Specialist in Blood Banking, SBB(ASCP i).................................................................................... $250
• International Specialist in Chemistry, SC(ASCP i)............................................................................................. $250
• International Specialist in Cytometry, SCYM(ASCP i)........................................................................................ $250
• International Specialist in Cytotechnology, SCT(ASCP i)................................................................................... $250
• International Specialist in Hematology, SH(ASCP i).......................................................................................... $250
• International Specialist in Microbiology, SM(ASCP i). . ....................................................................................... $250
• International Specialist in Molecular Biology, SMB(ASCP i)............................................................................... $250
* ASCP BOC Scholarship Funding available for Resource-Limited Countries

Examination Eligibility Requirements
INTERNATIONAL TECHNICIAN CERTIFICATION
International Medical Laboratory International Histotechnician, HT(ASCPi)

Technician, MLT(ASCPi)
Prepares and processes tissue samples for routine
Collects and processes biological specimens to perform histologic techniques to be examined under a microscope
routine laboratory tests in blood banking, chemistry, by a pathologist. The histologic techniques include the
hematology, immunology, microbiology, molecular biology, following: fixation, processing, embedding, microtomy, and
and/or urinalysis. staining of human and animal tissue for evaluation.
To be eligible for this examination category, an applicant must To be eligible for this examination category, an applicant must
satisfy the minimum requirements (for degrees, the stated satisfy the minimum requirements (for degrees, the stated
degree or higher) of at least one of the following routes: degree or higher) of at least one of the following routes:
ROUTE 1 ROUTE 1
• Two-year diploma from an accredited/approved* technical • Successful completion of an accredited/approved*
institution in Medical Laboratory Science** which includes Histotechnician clinical training program which includes
training in blood banking (immunohematology), chemistry, an internship in histotechnology.

hematology, and microbiology.
ROUTE 2
ROUTE 2 • Two-year diploma from an accredited/approved*
• Two-year diploma from an accredited/approved* educational institution,
educational institution in biological science or chemistry, • AND one year of acceptable clinical** experience in a
• AND successful completion of a Medical Laboratory histopathology laboratory OR one year of acceptable
Science training program*. The training program must veterinary, industry, or research experience in a
include blood banking (immunohematology), chemistry, histopathology laboratory.
hematology, and microbiology. * Accredited/approved by a governing regulatory association or Ministry. Countries
without a prevalent system of accreditation/approval must have programs/
ROUTE 3 educational institutions approved by an International Advisory Board appointed by
• Two-year diploma from an accredited/approved* the ASCP Board of Certification, or eligibility will be determined by an acceptable
transcript evaluation. The foreign degree must be equivalent to a U.S. degree.
educational institution in biological science or chemistry,
** Clinical laboratory accredited by JCI, CAP, under ISO 15189 or authorized by a
• AND three years of acceptable clinical*** experience in
4 an accredited/approved laboratory. Experience must
governing regulatory association or Ministry. Countries without a prevalent system
of accreditation must have laboratories approved by an International Advisory
Board appointed by the ASCP Board of Certification.
include blood banking (immunohematology), chemistry,
hematology, and microbiology.
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LABORATORY EXPERIENCE
* Accredited/approved by a governing regulatory association or Ministry. Countries
without a prevalent system of accreditation/approval must have programs/ To fulfill the experience requirement for the International
educational institutions approved by an International Advisory Board appointed by Histotechnician examination, you must have experience
the ASCP Board of Certification, or eligibility will be determined by an acceptable
in ALL of the following areas:
** Degrees/Diplomas in Medical Laboratory Science include Medical Technology, • Fixation
Medical Laboratory Science, Clinical Laboratory Science, and Biomedical
• Embedding / Microtomy
Laboratory Science.
*** Clinical laboratory accredited by JCI, CAP, under ISO 15189 or authorized by a • Processing
governing regulatory association or Ministry. Countries without a prevalent system • Staining
Board appointed by the ASCP Board of Certification. • Laboratory Operations
International Phlebotomy Technician,
PBT(ASCPi)
Works face-to-face with patients to draw blood samples.
Collects, transports, and processes blood and other
specimens to be analyzed in the laboratory.
To be eligible for this examination category, an applicant must

satisfy the minimum requirements (for degrees, the stated
degree or higher) of at least one of the following routes:
ROUTE 1
• High school graduation*,
• AND successful completion of a formal phlebotomy
program. This program must consist of: classroom
training, including anatomy and physiology of the
circulatory system, specimen collection (including
venipunctures and skin punctures), specimen
processing and handling, and laboratory operations
(e.g. safety, quality control, etc.), and clinical** training
in an accredited/approved laboratory with a minimum
performance of 100 successful, unaided venipunctures.
ROUTE 2
• AND one year of acceptable clinical** experience as
a phlebotomy technician in an accredited/approved
laboratory. This experience must include venipunctures
and skin punctures.
ROUTE 3
5
• AND successful completion of a nursing or other
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acceptable biomedical science program from an
accredited/approved* educational institution which
includes phlebotomy training with a minimum
performance of 100 successful, unaided blood
collections, including venipunctures and skin punctures.
ROUTE 4
• Valid MT/MLS(ASCPi) or MLT(ASCPi) certification.
Applicants with training in the United States must apply
through the United States PBT(ASCP) eligibility routes.

without a prevalent system of accreditation/approval must have programs/
educational institutions approved by an International Advisory Board appointed by
INTERNATIONAL TECHNOLOGISTS CERTIFICATION
International Medical ROUTE 3

• Baccalaureate degree from an accredited/approved*
Laboratory Scientist, MLS(ASCPi)
educational institution,
(también disponible en español)
• AND successful completion of a two-year Medical
Conducts a full range of laboratory tests, from routine Laboratory Science program*. The training program must
to complex, in blood banking, chemistry, hematology, include blood banking (immunohematology), chemistry,
immunology, microbiology, molecular biology, and/or urinalysis hematology, and microbiology.
to provide information necessary for the diagnosis and
ROUTE 4
treatment of disease. Problem solves issues with specimens,
testing, and instrumentation. Evaluates, develops, and
validates diagnostic testing and instrumentation.
• AND five years of acceptable clinical*** experience in an
To be eligible for this examination category, an applicant must accredited/approved laboratory. Experience must include
satisfy the minimum requirements (for degrees, the stated blood banking (immunohematology), chemistry, hematology,
degree or higher) of at least one of the following routes: and microbiology.
ROUTE 1 ROUTE 5
• Baccalaureate degree from an accredited/approved* • Baccalaureate degree from an accredited/approved*
educational institution in Medical Laboratory Science**, educational institution,
biological science, or chemistry, • AND a two-year diploma from an accredited/approved*
• AND successful completion of a Medical Laboratory educational institution in biological science or chemistry,
Science training program*. The training program must • AND five years of acceptable clinical*** experience in an
include blood banking (immunohematology), chemistry, accredited/approved laboratory. Experience must include
hematology, and microbiology. blood banking (immunohematology), chemistry, hematology,
and microbiology.
ROUTE 2
• Baccalaureate degree from an accredited/approved* without a prevalent system of accreditation/approval must have programs/
educational institution in Medical Laboratory Science**, educational institutions approved by an International Advisory Board appointed by
• AND three years of acceptable clinical*** experience in an
6 accredited/approved laboratory. Experience must include
** Degrees/Diplomas in Medical Laboratory Science include Medical Technology,
blood banking (immunohematology), chemistry, hematology, Medical Laboratory Science, Clinical Laboratory Science, and Biomedical
and microbiology. Laboratory Science.
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*** Clinical laboratory accredited by JCI, CAP, under ISO 15189 or authorized by a
Científico de Laboratorio Médico RUTA 3
• Título universitario, de mínimo 4 años de duración,
Internacional, CLM(ASCPi)
de una institución educativa acreditada/aprobada*,
Realiza una amplia gama de pruebas de laboratorio, • Y haber culminado con éxito un programa de Ciencia de
desde rutinarias hasta complejas, en banco de sangre, Laboratorio Médico de dos años*. El programa de formación
química, hematología, inmunología, microbiología, debe incluir banco de sangre (inmunohematología), química,
biología molecular y/o uroanálisis para proporcionar la hematología, y microbiología.
información necesaria para el diagnóstico y tratamiento de
enfermedades. Resuelve problemas con muestras, pruebas RUTA 4
e instrumentación. Evalúa, desarrolla y valida las pruebas • Título universitario, de mínimo 4 años de duración,
de diagnóstico y la instrumentación. de una institución educativa acreditada/aprobada*
en cualquier ciencia biológica o química,
Para ser elegible para dicha categoría de examen, el • Y poseer cinco años de experiencia clínica aceptable***
candidato deberá cumplir con los requisitos mínimos (para en un laboratorio acreditado/aprobado. Dicha experiencia
títulos, el título especificado o mayor) de al menos una de debe incluir banco de sangre (inmunohematología),
las siguientes rutas: química, hematología, y microbiología.
RUTA 1 RUTA 5
• Título universitario, de mínimo 4 años de duración, de una • Título universitario, de mínimo 4 años de duración,
institución educativa acreditada/aprobada* en Ciencia de de una institución educativa acreditada/aprobada*,
Laboratorio Médico**, ciencia biológica, o química, • Y poseer un diploma de dos años de una institución
• Y haber culminado con éxito un programa de formación* en educativa acreditada/aprobada* en ciencia biológica
Ciencia de Laboratorio Médico. El programa de formación o química,
debe incluir Banco de Sangre (Inmunohematología), • Y poseer cinco años de experiencia clínica aceptable***
Química, Hematología, y Microbiología. en un laboratorio acreditado/aprobado. Dicha experiencia
debe incluir banco de sangre (inmunohematología),
RUTA 2
química, hematología, y microbiología.
• Título universitario, de mínimo 4 años de duración,
de una institución educativa acreditada/aprobada* * Acreditado/aprobado por una asociación o Ministerio regulador. Países que
no cuentan con un sistema prevalente de acreditación/aprobación deben
en Ciencia de Laboratorio Médico**, tener programas/instituciones educativas aprobadas por una Junta de 7
• Y poseer tres años de experiencia clínica aceptable*** Asesores Internacional elegida por la Junta de Certificación de la ASCP, o
elegibilidad será determinada mediante una evaluación curricular aceptable.
de un laboratorio acreditado/aprobado. Dicha experiencia Su título extranjero debe ser equivalente a un título de los Estados Unidos.
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debe incluir banco de sangre (inmunohematología),
** Títulos/Diplomas en Ciencia de Laboratorio Médico incluyen Tecnología Médica,
química, hematología, y microbiología. Ciencia de Laboratorio Médico, Ciencia de Laboratorio Clínico y Ciencia de
Laboratorio Biomédico.
*** Laboratorio clínico acreditado por JCI, CAP, ISO 15189 o por una asociación
o Ministerio regulador. Países que no cuenten con un sistema prevalente de
acreditación deben tener laboratorios aprobados por una Junta de Asesores
Internacional elegida por la Junta de Certificación de la ASCP.
International Technologist ROUTE 5

in Blood Banking, BB(ASCPi)
educational institution in Medical Laboratory Science***,
Performs routine and specialized tests in blood banking and • AND successful completion of a Medical Laboratory
transfusion services to identify blood types and antibodies training program*.
to support physicians in blood transfusion therapy. * Accredited/approved by a governing regulatory association or Ministry.
Countries without a prevalent system of accreditation/approval must have
To be eligible for this examination category, an applicant must programs/educational institutions approved by an International Advisory
satisfy the minimum requirements (for degrees, the stated Board appointed by the ASCP Board of Certification, or eligibility will be
determined by an acceptable transcript evaluation. The foreign degree must
degree or higher) of at least one of the following routes: be equivalent to a U.S. degree.
ROUTE 1 governing regulatory association or Ministry. Countries without a prevalent system
• Valid MT/MLS(ASCPi) certification, of accreditation must have laboratories approved by an International Advisory
• AND a baccalaureate degree from an accredited/
*** Degrees/Diplomas in Medical Laboratory Science include Medical Laboratory
approved* educational institution.

Science, Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, and Biomedical
Laboratory Science.
ROUTE 2
CLINICAL LABORATORY EXPERIENCE
OR a baccalaureate degree from an accredited/approved* To fulfill the experience requirement for the International
educational institution with a combination of 30 semester Technologist in Blood Banking examination, you must
hours in biology and chemistry, which may be obtained have clinical laboratory experience in ALL of the
within, or in addition to, the baccalaureate degree, following procedures:
• AND one year of acceptable clinical** experience in
blood banking (immunohematology) in an accredited/ SEROLOGIC AND/OR MOLECULAR TESTING
approved laboratory. • ABO and Rh Typing
• Antibody detection and identification
ROUTE 3
• Crossmatching
educational institution in biological science or chemistry, • Direct antiglobulin tests
8 OR a baccalaureate degree from an accredited/approved* • Tests for other blood group antigens
educational institution with a combination of 30 semester
hours in biology and chemistry, which may be obtained ROUTINE PROBLEM SOLVING
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within, or in addition to, the baccalaureate degree, • Transfusion reactions
• AND successful completion of a Blood Banking • Immune hemolytic anemias

(Immunohematology) clinical training program* which • Hemolytic disease of the fetus and newborn (HDFN)
includes an internship. • Rh immune globulin studies
• Indications for transfusion
ROUTE 4
• Master’s degree from an accredited/approved* QUALITY CONTROL/ASSURANCE
educational institution in chemistry, biology, immunology, • Reagents, equipment
immunohematology, microbiology, medical laboratory
science or an appropriately related field, LABORATORY OPERATIONS
• AND six months of acceptable clinical** experience in
blood banking (immunohematology) in an accredited/ DONOR COLLECTION, PROCESSING, AND TESTING
(Proficiency may be demonstrated through performance,
approved laboratory.
observation or simulation)
• Donor selection, preparation and collection
• Processing and donor testing
• Component preparation for storage and administration
International Technologist ROUTE 5
in Chemistry, C(ASCPi)
educational institution in Medical Laboratory Science***,
Performs analysis on blood and body fluids to determine • AND successful completion of a Medical Laboratory
the quantity of chemical and/or hormonal content in the training program*.
specimen to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases. * Accredited/approved by a governing regulatory association or Ministry.
To be eligible for this examination category, an applicant must programs/educational institutions approved by an International Advisory
satisfy the minimum requirements (for degrees, the stated Board appointed by the ASCP Board of Certification, or eligibility will be
degree or higher) of at least one of the following routes: be equivalent to a U.S. degree.
ROUTE 1 governing regulatory association or Ministry. Countries without a prevalent system
• Valid MT/MLS(ASCPi) certification, of accreditation must have laboratories approved by an International Advisory
approved* educational institution. *** Degrees/Diplomas in Medical Laboratory Science include Medical Laboratory
Laboratory Science.
ROUTE 2
CLINICAL LABORATORY EXPERIENCE
OR a baccalaureate degree from an accredited/approved* To fulfill the experience requirement for the International
educational institution with a combination of 30 semester Technologist in Chemistry examination, you must have clinical
hours in biology and chemistry, which may be obtained laboratory experience in 8 of the 15 procedures listed:
within, or in addition to, the baccalaureate degree, • Blood gases • Non-protein nitrogen
• AND one year of acceptable clinical** experience in • Carbohydrates compounds
chemistry in an accredited/approved laboratory. • Point-of-care
• Electrolytes
ROUTE 3 • Electrophoresis • Proteins
• Baccalaureate degree from an accredited/approved* • Enzymes • Quality management
educational institution in biological science or chemistry, • Heme compounds • Therapeutic drug
OR a baccalaureate degree from an accredited/approved*
• Hormones/vitamins
monitoring 9
• Toxicology
hours in biology and chemistry, which may be obtained • Immunochemistry
within, or in addition to, the baccalaureate degree, • Lipids/lipoproteins
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• AND successful completion of a chemistry clinical
training program* which includes an internship.
ROUTE 4
• Master’s degree from an accredited/approved*
educational institution in chemistry or an appropriately
related field,
• AND six months of acceptable clinical** experience
in chemistry in an accredited/approved laboratory.
International Technologist International Cytotechnologist, CT(ASCPi)

in Cytogenetics, CG(ASCPi)
Prepares and evaluates human cellular samples from all
Performs various techniques for the diagnosis, prognosis, body sites, under the direction of a pathologist, to detect
and treatment of inherited and acquired genetic diseases. pre-cancerous changes, cancer, benign tumors, infectious
Responsibilities include culturing, harvesting, slide agents, and inflammatory processes. May also prepare
preparations, and analysis of biologic samples including specimens, attend fine needle aspirations, and assist in
peripheral blood, amniotic fluid, tissue, bone marrow, and quality assurance activities.
tumors. Performs chromosome analysis, florescence in-situ
hybridization, and other molecular assays.
To be eligible for this examination category, an applicant must degree or higher) of at least one of the following routes:
degree or higher) of at least one of the following routes: ROUTE 1
ROUTE 1 educational institution,

• Baccalaureate degree from an accredited/approved* • AND successful completion of an accredited/approved*
educational institution, Cytotechnology clinical training program which includes
• AND successful completion of an accredited/approved* an internship.
cytogenetics clinical training program* which includes
ROUTE 2
an internship.
ROUTE 2 educational institution,
• Baccalaureate degree from an accredited/approved* • AND three years of acceptable clinical** experience in an
educational institution in biological science or chemistry, accredited/approved laboratory within the last six years.
educational institution with a combination of 30 semester ROUTE 3
hours in biology and chemistry, which may be obtained • Baccalaureate degree from an accredited/approved*
within, or in addition to, the baccalaureate degree, educational institution,
• AND CT(IAC) certification.
10 • AND one year of acceptable clinical** experience
in an acceptable cytogenetics*** laboratory.
ROUTE 4
ROUTE 3 • Valid CTgyn(ASCPi) certification,
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• Master’s degree from an accredited/approved* • AND a baccalaureate degree from an accredited/

educational institution in genetics or molecular biology, approved* educational institution,
• AND nine months of acceptable clinical** experience • AND two years of acceptable clinical** experience
in an acceptable cytogenetics*** laboratory. in an accredited/approved laboratory.
* Accredited/approved by a governing regulatory association or Ministry. * Accredited/approved by a governing regulatory association or Ministry.
Countries without a prevalent system of accreditation/approval must have Countries without a prevalent system of accreditation/approval must have
programs/educational institutions approved by an International Advisory programs/educational institutions approved by an International Advisory
Board appointed by the ASCP Board of Certification, or eligibility will be Board appointed by the ASCP Board of Certification, or eligibility will be
determined by an acceptable transcript evaluation The foreign degree must determined by an acceptable transcript evaluation. The foreign degree must
be equivalent to a U.S. degree. be equivalent to a U.S. degree.
** Clinical laboratory accredited by JCI, CAP, under ISO 15189 or authorized by a ** Clinical laboratory accredited by JCI, CAP, under ISO 15189 or authorized by a
governing regulatory association or Ministry. Countries without a prevalent system governing regulatory association or Ministry. Countries without a prevalent system
of accreditation must have laboratories approved by an International Advisory of accreditation must have laboratories approved by an International Advisory
Board appointed by the ASCP Board of Certification. Board appointed by the ASCP Board of Certification.
*** A cytogenetics laboratory is defined as one capable of providing individuals with
knowledge and practical experience in clinical cytogenetics such as primary LABORATORY EXPERIENCE
cell culture and harvest, slide preparation and staining, chromosome analysis,
microscopic and image analysis, and molecular techniques (e.g., fluorescence in To fulfill the experience requirement for the International
situ hybridization (FISH) and microarray). Cytotechnologist examination, you must have laboratory
experience in ALL of the procedures listed:
• Gynecological cytology
• Non-gynecological cytology
• Fine needle aspiration (FNA)
• Laboratory operations
International Technologist in Gynecologic ROUTE 2
Cytology, CTgyn(ASCPi)
Prepares and evaluates human cellular samples from the OR a baccalaureate degree from an accredited/approved*
female genital tract. Detects pre-cancerous changes, educational institution with a combination of 30 semester
cancer, benign tumors, infectious agents, and inflammatory hours in biology and chemistry, which may be obtained
processes. May also attend fine needle aspirations and within, or in addition to, the baccalaureate degree,
assist in quality assurance activities. • AND one year of acceptable clinical** experience in
hematology in an accredited/approved laboratory.
ROUTE 3
degree or higher) of at least one of the following routes: • Baccalaureate degree from an accredited/approved*
ROUTE 1 OR a baccalaureate degree from an accredited/approved*
• Two-year diploma or equivalent from an accredited/
approved* educational institution, hours in biology and chemistry, which may be obtained
within, or in addition to, the baccalaureate degree,
• AND successful completion of an accredited/approved*
• AND successful completion of a Hematology clinical
Cytotechnology program in which the program of study
training program* which includes an internship.
incorporates theory and practice in gynecologic cytology.
ROUTE 4
ROUTE 2
• Current employment in the field of cytology, educational institution in biology, chemistry, or an
• AND one year of clinical** experience in gynecologic appropriately related field,
cytology in an accredited/approved laboratory within • AND six months of acceptable clinical**experience
the last three years. in hematology in an accredited/approved laboratory.
ROUTE 3 ROUTE 5
• CT(IAC) certification. • Baccalaureate degree from an accredited/approved*
* Accredited/approved by a governing regulatory association or Ministry. educational institution in Medical Laboratory Science***,
programs/educational institutions approved by an International Advisory
• AND successful completion of a Medical Laboratory 11
training program*.
Board appointed by the ASCP Board of Certification, or eligibility will be
determined by an acceptable transcript evaluation. The foreign degree must * Accredited/approved by a governing regulatory association or Ministry.
be equivalent to a U.S. degree.
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** Clinical laboratory accredited by JCI, CAP, under ISO 15189 or authorized by a programs/educational institutions approved by an International Advisory
of accreditation must have laboratories approved by an International Advisory be equivalent to a U.S. degree.
International Technologist *** Degrees/Diplomas in Medical Laboratory Science include Medical Laboratory
in Hematology, H(ASCPi) Laboratory Science.
Performs tests to identify coagulation disorders and studies CLINICAL LABORATORY EXPERIENCE
morphology of blood constituents to aid in the diagnosis
To fulfill the experience requirement for the International
and treatment of diseases of the blood.
Technologist in Hematology examination, you must have clinical
To be eligible for this examination category, an applicant must laboratory experience in ALL of the following procedures:
satisfy the minimum requirements (for degrees, the stated • Blood smear, evaluation and differential
degree or higher) of at least one of the following routes: • Complete blood count
• Quality control: performance and evaluation
ROUTE 1 • Routine coagulation tests (e.g., PT, APTT, D-dimer)
• Valid MT/MLS(ASCPi) certification, Experience is also required in 2 of the 3 procedures listed:
• AND a baccalaureate degree from an accredited/ » Instrument maintenance / » Other coagulation tests
approved* educational institution. troubleshooting (e.g., fibrinogen, factor
» Miscellaneous tests (e.g., assays, hypercoagulability)
ESR, sickle screen, manual
cell count, reticulocyte)
International Histotechnologist, LABORATORY EXPERIENCE

HTL(ASCPi) To fulfill the experience requirement for the International
Histotechnologist examination, you must have experience
Performs both routine and complex histologic techniques in ALL of the following areas:
such as enzyme histochemistry, immunohistochemistry,
in-situ hybridization, and immunofluorescence on tissue • Fixation • Staining
samples for microscopic examination by a pathologist to • Embedding / Microtomy • Laboratory Operations
diagnose disease. Knowledgeable in the areas of pathology, • Processing
management, education, and regulations that impact the
field of histotechnology.
To be eligible for this examination category, an applicant must International Technologist

satisfy the minimum requirements (for degrees, the stated in Microbiology, M(ASCPi)
Identifies bacteria and microorganisms in tissue samples
ROUTE 1 and body fluids to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of

• Baccalaureate degree from an accredited/approved* infectious diseases.
hours in biology and chemistry, which may be obtained To be eligible for this examination category, an applicant must
within, or in addition to, the baccalaureate degree, satisfy the minimum requirements (for degrees, the stated
• AND successful completion of an accredited/approved*
Histotechnician or Histotechnologist clinical training
ROUTE 1
program which includes an internship in histotechnology.
• Valid MT/MLS(ASCPi) certification,
ROUTE 2 • AND a baccalaureate degree from an accredited/
• Baccalaureate degree from an accredited/approved* approved* educational institution.
ROUTE 2
educational institution with a combination of 30 semester • Baccalaureate degree from an accredited/approved*
12 hours in biology and chemistry, which may be obtained
• AND one year of acceptable clinical** experience in a
hours in biology and chemistry, which may be obtained
histopathology laboratory OR one year of acceptable
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veterinary, industry, or research experience in a
histopathology laboratory. • AND one year of acceptable clinical** experience in
microbiology in an accredited/approved laboratory.
ROUTE 3
ROUTE 3
• Valid HT(ASCPi) or (ASCP) certification,
approved* educational institution,
• AND six months of acceptable clinical** experience in a educational institution with a combination of 30 semester
histopathology laboratory OR six months of acceptable hours in biology and chemistry, which may be obtained
veterinary, industry, or research experience in a within, or in addition to, the baccalaureate degree,
histopathology laboratory.
• AND successful completion of a Microbiology clinical
* Accredited/approved by a governing regulatory association or Ministry. training program* which includes an internship.
ROUTE 4
determined by an acceptable transcript evaluation. The foreign degree must • Master’s degree from an accredited/approved*
be equivalent to a U.S. degree. educational institution in microbiology or an appropriately
** Clinical laboratory accredited by JCI, CAP, under ISO 15189 or authorized by related field,
a governing regulatory association or Ministry. Countries without a prevalent
system of accreditation must have laboratories approved by an International • AND six months of acceptable clinical** experience in
Advisory Board appointed by the ASCP Board of Certification. microbiology in an accredited/approved laboratory.
ROUTE 5 ROUTE 3
• Baccalaureate degree from an accredited/approved* • Baccalaureate degree from an accredited/approved*
educational institution in Medical Laboratory Science***, educational institution,
• AND successful completion of a Medical Laboratory • AND successful completion of a two-year Medical
training program*. Laboratory Science program**. The training program
must include blood banking (immunohematology),
* Accredited/approved by a governing regulatory association or Ministry.
Countries without a prevalent system of accreditation/approval must have chemistry, hematology, and microbiology.
Board appointed by the ASCP Board of Certification, or eligibility will be ROUTE 4
determined by an acceptable transcript evaluation. The foreign degree must • Baccalaureate degree from an accredited/approved*
be equivalent to a U.S. degree. educational institution in biological science or chemistry,
** Clinical laboratory accredited by JCI, CAP, under ISO 15189 or authorized by a OR a baccalaureate degree from an accredited/approved*
governing regulatory association or Ministry. Countries without a prevalent system educational institution with a combination of 30 semester
hours in biology and chemistry, which can be obtained
Science, Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, and Biomedical • AND one year of acceptable clinical*** experience in a
Laboratory Science. molecular biology laboratory OR one year of acceptable
veterinary, industry or research experience in a molecular
CLINICAL LABORATORY EXPERIENCE biology laboratory****.
To fulfill the experience requirements for the International ROUTE 5
Technologist in Microbiology examination, you must have • Master’s degree from an accredited/approved*
experience in 3 of 6 of the following areas: educational institution in molecular biology, chemistry,
biology, immunology, microbiology, medical laboratory
• Bacteriology • Mycology
science**, or an appropriately related field,
• Molecular Microbiology • Parasitology
• AND six months of acceptable clinical*** experience
• Mycobacteriology • Virology in a molecular biology laboratory*** OR six months of
acceptable veterinary, industry, or research experience in
a molecular biology laboratory****.
International Technologist * Accredited/approved by a governing regulatory association or Ministry.
in Molecular Biology, MB(ASCPi)

programs/educational institutions approved by an International Advisory 13
Uses molecular biologic methods to diagnose and characterize determined by an acceptable transcript evaluation. The foreign degree must
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acquired and inherited diseases, including the diagnosis of
malignant, metabolic, and infectious diseases. Uses advanced ** Degrees/Diplomas in Medical Laboratory Science include Medical Laboratory
techniques, including sequencing and proteomic analysis, with Laboratory Science.
applications in personalized medicine.
*** Clinical laboratory accredited by JCI, CAP, under ISO 15189 or authorized by a
To be eligible for this examination category, an applicant must of accreditation must have laboratories approved by an International Advisory
satisfy the minimum requirements (for degrees, the stated Board appointed by the ASCP Board of Certification.
degree or higher) of at least one of the following routes: **** A molecular biology laboratory is defined as one capable of providing individuals
with knowledge and practical experience in all aspects of molecular methods
ROUTE 1 including, but not limited to, nucleic acid isolation, amplification, detection,
sequencing, hybridization techniques, and data analysis.
• Valid ASCPi technologist/scientist or specialist certification,
• AND a baccalaureate degree from an accredited/ LABORATORY EXPERIENCE
approved* educational institution. To fulfill the experience requirement for the International
Technologist in Molecular Biology examination, you must
ROUTE 2
have laboratory experience in one of the following areas:
• Genetics/Genomics • Molecular Identity Testing
educational institution, (e.g., genotyping, genetic (e.g., bone marrow engraftment,
• AND successful completion of an accredited/approved* disorders, pharmacogenomics, paternity, forensic)
genome-wide analysis) • Informatics for clinical laboratory
diagnostic molecular science program which includes an • Oncology (e.g., hematologic test interpretation and reporting
internship. The academic education or molecular science lymphoid neoplasms/neoplasia, (e.g., genetics/genomics,
program must include courses in biology and chemistry. solid tumor gene markers) oncology, histocompatibility,
• Histocompatibility (DNA-based) infectious disease, or molecular
• Infectious Disease (molecular identity testing)
microbiology/virology,
epidemiology)
INTERNATIONAL SPECIALIST CERTIFICATION
International Specialist ROUTE 5

in Blood Banking, SBB(ASCPi)
educational institution in chemistry, biology, immunology,
Performs all operations in blood banking and transfusion immunohematology, microbiology, medical laboratory
services, from routine testing to the most advanced science***, or an appropriately related field,
procedures, to identify blood types and antibodies to • AND three years of acceptable experience as
support physicians in blood transfusion therapy. Specialists an academic educator in clinical blood banking
are technical supervisors and laboratory managers who (immunohematology) in an accredited/approved*
serve as leaders, educators, and advisors. educational institution or an accredited/approved
laboratory**. These three years of experience must be
To be eligible for this examination category, an applicant must acquired post baccalaureate degree.
degree or higher) of at least one of the following routes: Countries without a prevalent system of accreditation/approval must have
ROUTE 1 Board appointed by the ASCP Board of Certification, or eligibility will be

• AND successful completion of a one-year post governing regulatory association or Ministry. Countries without a prevalent system
baccalaureate Blood Banking (Immunohematology) of accreditation must have laboratories approved by an International Advisory
clinical training program* which includes an internship.
ROUTE 2 Science, Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, and Biomedical
Laboratory Science.
• Valid MT/MLS(ASCPi) or (ASCP), or BB(ASCPi)
or (ASCP) certification,
LABORATORY OR TEACHING EXPERIENCE
approved* educational institution, To fulfill the experience requirement for the International
Specialist in Blood Banking examination, you must
• AND three years of acceptable clinical** experience in
have laboratory or teaching experience in all of the
blood banking (immunohematology) in an accredited/
following procedures:
approved laboratory. These three years of experience
14 must be acquired post baccalaureate degree.
SEROLOGIC AND/OR MOLECULAR TESTING
ROUTE 3 • ABO and Rh Typing
• Master’s degree from an accredited/approved* • Antibody detection and identification
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• Crossmatching
immunohematology, microbiology, medical laboratory
science***, or an appropriately related field, • Direct antiglobulin tests
• AND three years of acceptable clinical** experience in • Tests for other blood group antigens
blood banking (immunohematology) in an accredited/
ROUTINE PROBLEM SOLVING
approved laboratory. These three years of experience
must be acquired post baccalaureate degree. • Transfusion reactions
• Immune hemolytic anemias
ROUTE 4 • Hemolytic disease of the fetus and newborn (HDFN)
• Valid MT/MLS(ASCPi) or (ASCP), or BB(ASCPi)
• Rh immune globulin evaluation
• Indications for transfusion
approved* educational institution, QUALITY CONTROL/QUALITY ASSURANCE
• AND three years of acceptable experience as • Reagents, equipment
an academic educator in clinical blood banking
(immunohematology) in an accredited/approved* LABORATORY OPERATIONS
educational institution or an accredited/approved
laboratory**. These three years of experience must be
acquired post baccalaureate degree.
DONOR COLLECTION, PROCESSING, AND TESTING ROUTE 4
• Valid MT/MLS(ASCPi) or (ASCP), or C(ASCPi)
• AND a Doctorate from an accredited/approved*
• Donor selection, preparation, and collection
• Processing and donor testing microbiology, medical laboratory science***, or an
• Component preparation for storage and administration appropriately related field,
• AND one year of acceptable laboratory experience in
chemistry (clinical or research) in an accredited/approved
International Specialist laboratory**. This year of experience must be acquired
post baccalaureate degree.
in Chemistry, SC(ASCPi)
ROUTE 5
Performs analysis on blood and body fluids to determine
• Valid MT/MLS(ASCPi) or (ASCP), or C(ASCPi)
the quantity of chemical and/or hormonal content in the
specimen to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases.
Specialists have advanced knowledge, skills, and abilities; • AND a baccalaureate degree from an accredited/
they serve as leaders, educators, and advisors within their approved* educational institution,
specialty area. • AND three years of acceptable experience as an
academic educator in clinical chemistry in an accredited/
To be eligible for this examination category, an applicant must approved* educational institution or an accredited/
satisfy the minimum requirements (for degrees, the stated approved laboratory**. These three years of experience
degree or higher) of at least one of the following routes: must be acquired post baccalaureate degree.
ROUTE 1 ROUTE 6
• Valid MT/MLS(ASCPi) or (ASCP), or C(ASCPi) • Valid MT/MLS(ASCPi) or (ASCP), or C(ASCPi)
or (ASCP) certification, or (ASCP) certification,
• AND a baccalaureate degree from an accredited/ • AND a Doctorate from an accredited/approved*
approved* educational institution, educational institution in chemistry, biology, immunology,
• AND three years of acceptable clinical** experience microbiology, medical laboratory science***,
in chemistry in an accredited/approved laboratory. or an appropriately related field, 15
These three years of experience must be acquired post • AND one year of acceptable experience as an academic
baccalaureate degree. educator in clinical chemistry in an accredited/approved*
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educational institution or an accredited/approved
ROUTE 2 laboratory**. This year of experience must be acquired
• Master’s degree from an accredited/approved* post baccalaureate degree.
microbiology, medical laboratory science***, or an
appropriately related field, programs/educational institutions approved by an International Advisory
• AND three years of acceptable clinical** experience Board appointed by the ASCP Board of Certification, or eligibility will be
in chemistry in an accredited/approved laboratory. be equivalent to a U.S. degree.
These three years of experience must be acquired post ** Clinical laboratory accredited by JCI, CAP, under ISO 15189 or authorized by a
baccalaureate degree. governing regulatory association or Ministry. Countries without a prevalent system
ROUTE 3 Board appointed by the ASCP Board of Certification.
• Doctorate from an accredited/approved* educational *** Degrees/Diplomas in Medical Laboratory Science include Medical Laboratory
institution in chemistry, biology, immunology, Science, Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, and Biomedical
Laboratory Science.
appropriately related field,
• AND two years of acceptable clinical** experience
in chemistry in an accredited/approved laboratory.
These two years of experience must be acquired post
baccalaureate degree.
LABORATORY OR TEACHING EXPERIENCE International Specialist

To fulfill the experience requirement for the International in Cytometry, SCYM(ASCPi)
Specialist in Chemistry examination, you must have laboratory
or teaching experience in 8 of the 15 procedures listed: Knowledgeable in all aspects of flow cytometry. Performs
and/or oversees low and high complexity flow cytometry
• Blood gases • Lipids/lipoproteins assays in clinical, research and reference laboratories. Able
• Carbohydrates • Non-protein nitrogen to lead the development and implementation of new assays.
• Chromatography compounds Expert in all aspects of flow cytometry including technical,
• Electrolytes • Point-of-care quality, and regulatory issues. Specialists have advanced
• Proteins knowledge, skills, and abilities; they serve as leaders,
• Electrophoresis
educators, and advisors within their specialty area.
• Enzymes • Therapeutic drug
monitoring To be eligible for this examination category, an applicant must
• Heme compounds
• Toxicology satisfy the minimum requirements (for degrees, the stated
• Hormones/vitamins
• Immunochemistry
Laboratory or teaching experience is also required ROUTE 1

in 2 of the 5 areas listed: • Baccalaureate degree from an accredited/approved*
educational institution in biological/life science, physics,
• Selection of laboratory equipment
engineering, or an appropriately related field, OR a
• Quality control program management baccalaureate degree from an accredited/approved*
• Regulatory compliance educational institution with a combination of 30 semester
• Supervisory experience hours in biology, chemistry, and/or physics, which may be
• Test development/validation obtained within, or in addition to, the baccalaureate degree,
• AND four years of acceptable laboratory experience in
cytometry (clinical**, research, industry, or veterinary) in
an accredited/approved laboratory**.
ROUTE 2
16 • Valid ASCPi technologist/scientist or specialist certification,

• AND three years of acceptable laboratory experience
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in cytometry (clinical**, research, industry, or veterinary)

in an accredited/approved laboratory**.
ROUTE 3
educational institution in biological/life science, physics,
engineering, or an appropriately related field,
• AND three years of acceptable laboratory experience
ROUTE 4
• Doctorate from an accredited/approved* educational
institution in biological/life science, physics, engineering,
or an appropriately related field,
• AND two years of acceptable laboratory experience
* Accredited/approved by a governing regulatory association or Ministry. International Specialist
programs/educational institutions approved by an International Advisory in Cytotechnology, SCT(ASCPi)
determined by an acceptable transcript evaluation. The foreign degree must Skilled in examining cellular specimens from all body sites
including use of fluorescence in-situ hybridization, rapid
** Laboratory accredited by JCI, CAP, under ISO 15189 or authorized by a on-site evaluation of needle aspirates, and endoscopic/
governing regulatory association or Ministry. Countries without a prevalent
system of accreditation must have laboratories approved by an International bronchoscopic ultrasound-guided fine needle aspirations
Advisory Board appointed by the ASCP Board of Certification. and advanced cancer diagnostics. May also direct quality
assurance programs in cytopathology. Specialists have
LABORATORY EXPERIENCE advanced knowledge, skills, and abilities; they serve as
leaders, educators, and advisors within their specialty area.
To fulfill the experience requirements for the Inernational
Specialist in Cytometry, you must have experience in flow To be eligible for this examination category, an applicant must
cytometry applications, cytometric analysis, and quality satisfy the minimum requirements (for degrees, the stated
assurance as described below.
FLOW CYTOMETRY APPLICATIONS ROUTE 1

Experience is required in at least one of the following: • Valid CT(ASCPi) certification,
• Immunophenotyping • AND a baccalaureate degree from an accredited/

(e.g., CD4, leukemia/lymphoma, transplant) approved* educational institution,
• Cell sorting • AND three years of acceptable clinical** experience in

cytology in an accredited/approved laboratory. These
• Cell cycle analysis/DNA Ploidy
three years of experience must be obtained following
• Apoptosis CT(ASCPi) certification.
• Red blood cell analysis (e.g., PNH, fetal hemoglobin)
ROUTE 2
• Progenitor cells
• Valid CT(ASCPi) certification,
• Therapeutic drug monitoring
• Microorganism and/or microparticle analysis
• Functional assays
• AND three years of acceptable experience as an 17
• Multiplex bead assays academic educator in clinical cytology in an accredited/
• Imaging cytometry approved* educational institution or an accredited/
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• Rare event analysis approved laboratory**. These three years of experience
must be obtained following CT(ASCPi) certification.
CYTOMETRIC ANALYSIS * Accredited/approved by a governing regulatory association or Ministry.
Experience is required in at least three of the following: Countries without a prevalent system of accreditation/approval must have
• Specimen processing Board appointed by the ASCP Board of Certification, or eligibility will be
• Instrument set-up be equivalent to a U.S. degree.
• Specimen analysis ** Clinical laboratory accredited by JCI, CAP, under ISO 15189 or authorized by a
• Data management of accreditation must have laboratories approved by an International Advisory
• Interpretation of results Board appointed by the ASCP Board of Certification.
QUALITY ASSURANCE
Experience is required in at least three of the following:
• Specimen collection, processing, storage
• Reagent selection, preparation, storage, disposal
• Assay selection, validation, documentation
• Instrument operation and maintenance
• Quality control and proficiency testing
• Safety
International Specialist ROUTE 4

• Valid MT/MLS(ASCPi) or (ASCP), or H(ASCPi)
in Hematology, SH(ASCPi)
Performs tests to identify coagulation disorders and studies • AND a Doctorate from an accredited/approved*
morphology of blood constituents to aid in the diagnosis educational institution in chemistry, biology, immunology,
and treatment of diseases of the blood. Specialists have microbiology, medical laboratory science***, or an
advanced knowledge, skills, and abilities; they serve as appropriately related field,
leaders, educators, and advisors within their specialty area. • AND one year of acceptable laboratory experience
in hematology (clinical or research) in an accredited/
approved laboratory**. This year of experience must be
ROUTE 5
ROUTE 1 • Valid MT/MLS(ASCPi) or (ASCP), or H(ASCPi)
• Valid MT/MLS(ASCPi) or (ASCP), or H(ASCPi)
• AND a baccalaureate degree from an accredited/ approved* educational institution,
• AND three years of acceptable experience as an
• AND three years of acceptable clinical** experience academic educator in clinical hematology in an
in hematology in an accredited/approved laboratory. accredited/approved* educational institution or an
These three years of experience must be acquired post accredited/approved laboratory**. These three years of
baccalaureate degree. experience must be acquired post baccalaureate degree.
ROUTE 2 ROUTE 6
• Master’s degree from an accredited/approved* • Valid MT/MLS(ASCPi) or (ASCP), or H(ASCPi)
educational institution in chemistry, biology, immunology, or (ASCP) certification,
• AND three years of acceptable clinical** experience microbiology, medical laboratory science***,
18 in hematology in an accredited/approved laboratory. or an appropriately related field,
These three years of experience must be acquired post
• AND one year of acceptable experience as an academic
educator in clinical hematology in an accredited/
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ROUTE 3 approved* educational institution or an accredited/

• Doctorate from an accredited/approved* educational approved laboratory**. This year of experience must
institution in chemistry, biology, immunology, be acquired post baccalaureate degree.
microbiology, medical laboratory science***, or an * Accredited/approved by a governing regulatory association or Ministry.
appropriately related field, Countries without a prevalent system of accreditation/approval must have
• AND two years of acceptable clinical** experience Board appointed by the ASCP Board of Certification, or eligibility will be
in hematology in an accredited/approved laboratory. determined by an acceptable transcript evaluation. The foreign degree must
baccalaureate degree. ** Clinical laboratory accredited by JCI, CAP, under ISO 15189 or authorized by a
Laboratory Science.
LABORATORY OR TEACHING EXPERIENCE International Specialist
To fulfill the experience requirement for the International in Microbiology, SM(ASCPi)
Specialist in Hematology examination, you must
have laboratory or teaching experience in ALL of the Identifies bacteria and microorganisms in tissue samples
following procedures: and body fluids to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of
infectious diseases. Specialists have advanced knowledge,
• Blood smear, evaluation and differential skills, and abilities; they serve as leaders, educators, and
• Complete blood count advisors within their specialty area.
• Instrument maintenance / troubleshooting (laboratory)
• Instrument methodology / troubleshooting (teaching)
• Miscellaneous tests (e.g., ESR, sickle screen, manual cell degree or higher) of at least one of the following routes:
count, reticulocyte)
• Quality control: performance and evaluation ROUTE 1
• Routine coagulation tests (e.g., PT, APTT, D-dimer) • Valid MT/MLS(ASCPi) or (ASCP), or M(ASCPi)
• Other coagulation tests (e.g., fibrinogen, factor assays) or (ASCP) certification,
Experience in performing, supervising or teaching approved* educational institution,
5 of the 12 procedures listed is also required:
• AND three years of acceptable clinical** experience
» Advanced coagulation (e.g., inhibitor assays, in microbiology in an accredited/approved laboratory.
hypercoagulability) These three years of experience must be acquired post
» Body Fluid evaluation baccalaureate degree.
» Bone marrow prep or evaluation
ROUTE 2
» Budgeting/inventory control/purchasing • Master’s degree from an accredited/approved*
» Cytochemical stains educational institution in chemistry, biology, immunology,
» Flow cytometry microbiology, medical laboratory science***, or an
» Hemoglobinopathy evaluation appropriately related field,
» Method evaluation • AND three years of acceptable clinical** experience
» Personnel management
in microbiology in an accredited/approved laboratory. 19
These three years of experience must be acquired post
» Platelet function studies baccalaureate degree.
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» PT/APTT mixing studies
ROUTE 3
» QA/QI
institution in chemistry, biology, immunology,
• AND two years of acceptable clinical** experience in
microbiology in an accredited/approved laboratory.
ROUTE 4
• Valid MT/MLS(ASCPi) or (ASCP), or M(ASCPi)
• AND one year of acceptable laboratory experience in
microbiology (clinical or research) in an accredited/
approved laboratory**. This year of experience must be
ROUTE 5 International Specialist

• Valid MT/MLS(ASCPi) or (ASCP), or M(ASCPi)
in Molecular Biology, SMB(ASCPi)
• AND a baccalaureate degree from an accredited/ Uses molecular biologic methods to diagnose and
approved* educational institution, characterize acquired and inherited diseases, including the
• AND three years of acceptable experience as an diagnosis of malignant, metabolic, and infectious diseases.
academic educator in clinical microbiology in an Possesses specialized skills in molecular methodologies
accredited/approved* educational institution or an and operates at an advanced level, providing support in
accredited/approved laboratory**. These three years of high complexity testing, test development, and trouble
experience must be acquired post baccalaureate degree. shooting. Has advanced knowledge of molecular testing
methods and their clinical applications. Able to assume
ROUTE 6 supervisory responsibilities; specialists serve as leaders,
• Valid MT/MLS(ASCPi) or (ASCP), or M(ASCPi) educators, and advisors within their specialty area.

microbiology, medical laboratory science***,
or an appropriately related field,
ROUTE 1
• AND one year of acceptable experience as an academic • Valid MB(ASCPi) or (ASCP) certification,
educator in clinical microbiology in an accredited/
approved* educational institution or an accredited/
approved laboratory**. This year of experience must
be acquired post baccalaureate degree. • AND three years of acceptable clinical** experience
in a molecular biology laboratory*** OR three years of
veterinary, industry or research experience in a molecular
programs/educational institutions approved by an International Advisory biology laboratory***. These three years of experience
Board appointed by the ASCP Board of Certification, or eligibility will be must be acquired post baccalaureate degree.
ROUTE 2
20 ** Clinical laboratory accredited by JCI, CAP, under ISO 15189 or authorized by a
governing regulatory association or Ministry. Countries without a prevalent system • Master’s degree from an accredited/approved*
of accreditation must have laboratories approved by an International Advisory educational institution in molecular biology, chemistry,
biology, immunology, microbiology, medical laboratory
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science****, or an appropriately related field,

Laboratory Science. • AND three years of acceptable clinical** experience
in a molecular biology laboratory*** OR three years of
LABORATORY OR TEACHING EXPERIENCE acceptable veterinary, industry or research experience in
a molecular biology laboratory***. These three years of
To fulfill the experience requirement for the International
experience must be acquired post baccalaureate degree.
Specialist in Microbiology examination, you must
have laboratory or teaching experience in 4 of 6 ROUTE 3
of the following areas:
• Bacteriology institution in molecular biology, chemistry, biology,
• Molecular Microbiology immunology, microbiology, medical laboratory
• Mycobacteriology science****, or an appropriately related field,
• Mycology • AND two years of acceptable clinical** experience
• Parasitology in a molecular biology laboratory*** OR two years of
acceptable veterinary, industry or research experience
• Virology
in a molecular biology laboratory***. These two years of
ROUTE 4 LABORATORY OR TEACHING EXPERIENCE
• Valid MB(ASCPi) or (ASCP) certification, To fulfill the experience requirement for the International
• AND a baccalaureate degree from an accredited/ Specialist in Molecular Biology examination, you must have
approved* educational institution, laboratory or teaching experience in one of the following areas:
• AND three years of acceptable experience as an • Genetics/Genomics (e.g., genotyping, genetic disorders,
academic educator in clinical molecular biology in an pharmacogenomics, genome-wide analysis)
accredited/approved* educational institution or an • Oncology (e.g., hematologic lymphoid neoplasms/
accredited/approved laboratory**. These three years of neoplasia, solid tumor gene markers)
• Histocompatibility (DNA-based)
ROUTE 5 • Infectious Disease (e.g., molecular microbiology/virology,
epidemiology)
• Valid MB(ASCP ) or (ASCP) certification,
i
• Molecular Identity Testing (e.g., bone marrow

engraftment, paternity, forensic)
educational institution in molecular biology, chemistry,
biology, immunology, microbiology, medical laboratory • Informatics for clinical laboratory test interpretation
science****, or an appropriately related field, and reporting (e.g., genetics/genomics, oncology,
histocompatibility, infectious disease, or molecular
• AND one year of acceptable experience as an academic
identity testing)
educator in clinical molecular biology in an accredited/
approved* educational institution or an accredited/ Experience is also required in two of the following procedures:
approved laboratory**. This year of experience must
• Test development/validation
be acquired post baccalaureate degree.
• Procurement of laboratory equipment
Countries without a prevalent system of accreditation/approval must have • Quality management
programs/educational institutions approved by an International Advisory • Regulatory compliance
determined by an acceptable transcript evaluation. The foreign degree must • Supervisory experience
• Education/training
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*** A molecular biology laboratory is defined as one capable of providing individuals
with knowledge and practical experience in all aspects of molecular methods
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including, but not limited to, nucleic acid isolation, amplification, detection,
sequencing, hybridization techniques, and data analysis.
**** Degrees/Diplomas in Medical Laboratory Science include Medical Laboratory
Laboratory Science.
OFFICIAL DOCUMENTS REQUIRED
ASCP BOC Information Verification of Training Programs

Regarding COVID-19 (IF REQUIRED)
The ASCP BOC takes the health and wellness of our Countries without a prevalent system of accreditation/
constituents very seriously. We understand that you may approval must have programs/educational institutions
be concerned about how the ongoing health crisis may approved by an Advisory Board appointed by the ASCP
impact your program, eligibility, application, or exam date. Board of Certification, or eligibility will be determined by
The ASCP BOC is working to ensure that appropriate transcript evaluation. If required for the route under which you
processes are in place, and thank you for your patience as are applying, training must be completed and documented
we work to best support all constituents throughout this before you will be determined eligible for examination.
time. Please check this page often for COVID-19 BOC
PROCESS UPDATES. • STEP 1: Print the training program documentation form
corresponding to your certification category and route
from the ASCP website at www.ascp.org/international.
• STEP 2: Training program documentation forms must

Documentation Required be completed by your program director (as defined
Eligibility to take a certification examination is established by: in the eligibility requirements) and attached to a letter
of authenticity signed by this individual verifying the
• Meeting all the requirements for certification category authenticity of the form.
and route (pages 4 - 21)
• Submission of the online application A letter of authenticity must:
• Payment of the application fee » Be printed on institutional letterhead
• Submission of all required documentation » State that the training program documentation form
was completed by your program director
Before your examination eligibility can be determined, you
must submit documentation verifying that you meet the » State that the person submitting the Letter of
current ASCP Board of Certification requirements. Authenticity also completed the documentation form
» Contain a handwritten signature (not typed or
electronic) and date
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Verification of Academic Education Experience documentation forms will be audited to
verify authenticity.
Visit www.ascp.org/boc/intl-documentation for
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• STEP 3: Training program documentation forms and

country specific information on verification of academic
letters of authenticity should be sent immediately
education. Programs from certain countries do not
after completion of the online application via email to:
require transcript evaluations.
ascpinternational@ascp.org.
If a transcript evaluation is required, please submit an
original or photocopy of a transcript evaluation completed
by an approved evaluation agency listed in Appendix A,
Verification of Experience (IF REQUIRED)
page 31. Only evaluations from these listed agencies will be
accepted. Contact the agency directly for information on If required for the route under which you are applying,
obtaining an evaluation verifying U.S. degree equivalency laboratory or teaching experience must be completed and
and a course by course evaluation. documented before you will be determined eligible for
examination. Experience must be completed at a laboratory
Send your transcript evaluation to: ascpinternational@ascp.org.
accredited/approved by JCI, CAP, ISO 15189, or authorized
by a governing regulatory association or Ministry. Countries
without a prevalent system of accreditation must have
laboratories approved by an International Advisory Board
appointed by the ASCP Board of Certification.
To document your laboratory or teaching experience
(if required):
• STEP 1: Print the experience documentation form

corresponding to your certification category and
route from the ASCP website at www.ascp.org/
international.
• STEP 2: Experience documentation forms must be

completed by laboratory management or your employer
and attached to a letter of authenticity signed by this
individual verifying the authenticity of the form.
A letter of authenticity must:

» Be printed on company letterhead
» State that the experience documentation form was
completed by laboratory management or your employer
» State that the person submitting the Letter of
Authenticity also completed the documentation form
» Contain a handwritten signature (not typed or
electronic) and date
Experience documentation forms will be audited to

verify authenticity.
• STEP 3: Experience documentation forms and letters

of authenticity should be sent immediately after
completion of the online application via email to:
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ASCP/ASCPi Certified Applicants
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Although you may be certified in another category, you must
resubmit all required documentation necessary to establish
your eligibility for the current examination category. Official
transcripts/transcript evaluations must be submitted each
time you apply or a new examination category.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Your certification must

be current. If you have a 3-year time limited certification
as a Technician, Technologist or Specialist and you
do not complete the Credential Maintenance Program
(CMP) to maintain your certification, your ASCP
certification will no longer be valid. You will be ineligible
to apply for a certification examination under a route
which requires certification.
COMPLETION OF APPLICATION FORM
Completion of Online Application 3. SUBMIT REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION

Submit all documentation required to establish your
1. DETERMINE CATEGORY AND ROUTE eligibility i.e. experience documentation form(s), training
Review the eligibility requirements for the certification documentation form(s), letter(s) of authenticity, official
category and route you have chosen (pages 4 - 21) to transcript(s) verifying the appropriate degree, official or
ensure that you meet all the requirements as specified. certified certificate(s) of training (if required) and foreign
(Application fees are non-refundable). transcript evaluations (if your education is outside of the
U.S.) At this time, all documentation is requested to be
The ASCP BOC does not consult with a candidate, review sent electronically. Please click here to see the ASCP
documentation, or determine a candidate’s eligibility BOC COVID-19 page for complete information.
prior to application. Eligibility is determined only after a
candidate’s application, fee, and all required documentation Submit all documentation required to establish your eligibility to
has been received and all items have been reviewed by ascpinternational@ascp.org. DO NOT submit documentation
an evaluator. Application fees cover the administrative forms and/or transcripts in advance of application.
costs of processing applications, including the review of all

documentation; application fees are not refundable. APPLICATION FEES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE.
Be sure you choose the correct category of examination,
2. SUBMIT ONLINE APPLICATION AND PAYMENT meet the eligibility requirements as stated, and are
able to provide the appropriate documentation when
Submit an online application and payment by credit card or submitting your application and application fee.
by mail with a check or money order within 30 days from
the date your started the application. If you are unable to
submit your application fee online with a credit card, pay
PAYMENTS FOR MULTIPLE APPLICATIONS
by mail instructions are available upon completion of the
online application process. Applications are not considered If multiple applications are being sent with one check,
complete until payment has been received and processed. contact ascpinternational@ascp.org for mailing instructions.
PLEASE NOTE: Documentation verifying eligibility CHANGE OF EMAIL ADDRESS, MAILING ADDRESS
24 should NOT be mailed with payment. See Step 3 AND/OR NAME CHANGE
for instructions on submitting documentation.
EMAIL ADDRESS CHANGE
All notifications from the ASCP Board of Certification are
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• The first name and the last name you enter on the
delivered via email. Failure to keep the Board of Certification
application must match your valid government ID that
informed of your current email address will result in non-
you present at the test center to take the examination.
receipt of important information.
(See page 28 for acceptable forms of ID).
• Incomplete applications can be saved and completed later. To update your email address:
• Go to www.ascp.org/login
• Click on “Profile & Settings”
• Update email address and save
MAILING ADDRESS CHANGE

A valid mailing address must be provided prior to the
examination in order to receive your wall certificate at
the correct address. If current address is not valid at the
time of examination, it will be your responsibility to order an
pay for a replacement wall certificate if necessary.
To update your mailing address:

• Go to www.ascp.org/login
• Click on “Profile & Settings”
• Update mailing address and save
NAME CHANGE REQUEST Application Processing
Name change requests must be accompanied by a photo
copy of official documentation (i.e., marriage license or REVIEW OF DOCUMENTS
court order). The first name and last name you enter on Applications will be processed within 60 business days of
the application must match your government ID that you receipt. In order to determine your eligibility for examination, all
present at the test center to take the examination. required documentation must be submitted to our office within
60 business days of submission of your application. If you
During the application process you may send your request
are unable to submit the required documentation you will be
along with documentation of your name change via email to
determined ineligible for paid application and deleted from the
examination process. Application fees are non-refundable.
To request a name change:
APPLICATION STATUS
• Go to: www.ascp.org/login
• Click on the “Profile & Settings” When the status of your examination application changes (i.e.
determined deficient, ineligible, eligible, etc.) you will receive
• Click on “Request Name Change” button
an email notification informing you to login to your ASCP
• Fill out the online form account for specific information regarding the status of your
• Attach name change document and submit application. All notifications regarding the status of your
application (from submission to examination results)
Please allow 7-10 business days for processing. You will be
are accessed by logging into your ASCP account.
notified when your name change request has been completed.
1. Go to www.ascp.org/login
IMPORTANT NOTE: Name and/or address changes 2. Login using your ASCP Customer User ID
may not be made at the test center. Name changes (8 digit number) & Password (for login assistance
or name corrections received in the ASCP Board of contact ASCP Customer Relations 800.267.2727)
Certification office after the day you take the examination 3. Click under BOC Activities
will not be reflected on your wall certificate. A fee will be 4. Click on Completed BOC Exam Applications link
charged if you request a new wall certificate. 5. Click on the Show Details button to view the current
status of your application
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DETERMINATION OF ELIGIBILITY
Upon review of all required documentation, you will be
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notified of your eligibility status. If you are determined
eligible for examination, you will receive an Admission
Notification with instructions for scheduling an appointment
to take the examination within the three-month examination
period. All ASCP Board of Certification examinations
are administered by computer at Pearson Professional
Centers. You may schedule an appointment at the Pearson
Professional Center of your choice.
INELIGIBILITY
If you are determined ineligible for examination, you will
receive an email notification regarding your ineligibility.
Reapplication information is provided on page 29. Application
fees are non-refundable. If you wish to appeal the decision
regarding your ineligibility, please follow the appeals process
located at: www.ascp.org/boc/about_boc.
STUDY MATERIALS
Study materials and recommended reading lists are
available to prepare for examination. Visit the ASCP website
at www.ascp.org/examprep for details.
COMPLETION OF APPLICATION FORM
Applicants with a Disability RESCHEDULING APPOINTMENTS

If you wish to reschedule your testing appointment, within
An applicant who wishes to request modifications in the
the examination eligibility period assigned, you must contact
examination environment because of a disability must notify
Pearson Vue at least one full business day (24 hours) prior
the ASCP Board of Certification office in writing before
to the date and time of the test to reschedule another date
the submission of a paid application and provide a letter
within the same period.
of diagnosis from an appropriate professional specifying
the needed modification. At this time, all documentation is Scheduling changes must be made and confirmed by direct
requested to be sent electronically. Please click here to see contact with Pearson Vue.
the ASCP BOC COVID-19 page for complete information.
If you have successfully rescheduled your test date online,
The ASCP Board of Certification will consider modification you will receive a confirmation email from Pearson Vue
of the testing conditions on a case-by-case basis. The within 24 hours. If you do not receive an email, you
ASCP Board of Certification will work directly with the have not successfully rescheduled.
applicant and proctors at the test centers to make
modifications in the testing environment which make If you call less then 24 hours (one full business day) before
it possible for an individual with a disability to take an your appointment, you will not be permitted to reschedule.
examination under conditions which will accurately reflect
the individual’s aptitude or achievement level. Such
IMPORTANT NOTE: The BOC will not grant extensions
modifications may include providing auxiliary aids and
or reinstate deleted applications due to the non-receipt
services to an applicant with a disability.
of BOC application status email notifications.
PLEASE NOTE: Once a candidate has received their

Admission Notification, requests for testing modifications CANCELLATION POLICY
will not be accepted. You will not receive any refund of your application fee nor
can it be transferred to another examination period if you
do not make an appointment, cancel your appointment or
miss your scheduled appointment within the examination
Scheduling Your Examination eligibility period assigned.
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SCHEDULING YOUR APPOINTMENT
When you receive your Admission Notification, verify Test Day Last Cancel/Change Day
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all information for accuracy. You may schedule your (at least 24 hours before time of appointment)
examination date and time at a Pearson VUE Testing Center
Monday. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Friday of the preceding week
within your assigned examination eligibility period. Visit:
https://home.pearsonvue.com/ascp. Tuesday. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Monday of the same week
Wednesday. . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tuesday of the same week
It is strongly recommended that you contact Pearson Vue
as early as possible to make your appointment and take Thursday. . . . . . . . . . . . . Wednesday of the same week
the examination within the examination eligibility period. Friday. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Thursday of the same week
If you schedule your examination date immediately upon
Saturday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Friday of the same week
receiving your Admission Notification you should expect
to schedule an exam date within 30 days of your eligibility
window start date.
You must take the examination within the examination

eligibility period indicated on your Admission Notification.
Personal/family-related responsibilities or lack of study
opportunity will not be considered reasons to not make an
appointment, cancel, or miss your scheduled appointment
date. Applicants are solely responsible for making and
keeping their scheduled examination appointment date.
To verify your appointment, call Pearson Vue.
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Examination Administration If you were unsuccessful in passing the examination, your

scaled scores on each of the subtests will be indicated
BOARD OF CERTIFICATION EXAMINATIONS— on this report as well. These subtest scores cannot be
COMPUTER ADAPTIVE TESTING calculated to obtain your total score. These scores are
provided as a means of demonstrating your areas of
The ASCP Board of Certification uses computer adaptive
strengths and weaknesses in comparison to the minimum
testing (CAT), which is criteria referenced. This means that
pass score.
an examinee’s score on the exam is not influenced by the
scores of other examinees who take the exam. With CAT,
WHAT TO BRING TO THE EXAMINATION CENTER
when a person answers a question correctly, the next test
question has a slightly higher level of difficulty. The difficulty You will need to bring a valid government ID* with photo
level of the questions presented to the examinee continues and signature. Your first and last name on the valid
to increase until a question is answered incorrectly. Then a government ID must match your first and last name
slightly easier question is presented. In this way the test is registered at Pearson VUE. Your identification must be valid
tailored to the individual’s ability level. (not expired) or it will not be accepted. If you appear at the
Pearson VUE Test Center without an acceptable form of

Each question, in the test bank is calibrated for level of identification or the first and last names do not match the
difficulty, and is assigned a content area that matches names registered at Pearson VUE, you will not be permitted
with the subtest area of the content outline for a particular to take the examination. You will be required to reapply with
examination. The weight (value) given to each question is a full fee for another examination period.
determined by the level of difficulty. Therefore, the examinee
must answer enough difficult questions to achieve a score
above the pass point. To pass the certification examination, ID with Embedded Signatures: If the ID presented has
the examinee’s scores must exceed the minimum pass no visible signature or one that is difficult or impossible
score, previously established by the examination committee. to read, the ASCP candidate is required to present
another form of identification from the primary list which
The examinations (with the exception of PBT) are scheduled contains a visible signature.
for 2 hours and 30 minutes with 100 questions. The PBT
examination is scheduled for 2 hours with 80 questions.
*ACCEPTABLE FORMS OF IDENTIFICATION
Your preliminary test results (pass/fail) will appear on the
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computer screen. You will receive notification of your • Identification card (national/state/province identity card)
examination score within four business days after the
• International travel passport
examination administration, provided all required documents
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have been received. Examination results cannot be released • Alien registration card (permanent resident card)
by telephone, to anyone.
VALID IDENTIFICATION – SHORT TERM EXCEPTIONS
Your official score report will indicate “pass” or “fail” status
and the scaled score on the total examination. A scaled Candidates may have an expired ID as they are unable to
score is mathematically derived from the raw score (number renew their government issued IDs because facilities are
of correctly answered questions). Because each examinee closed due to COVID-19. The BOC and Pearson VUE will
has taken a different form of the examination, scaled scores accept expired IDs from candidates at this time and until
are used so that tests may be compared on the same scale. further notice. Check this page often for updates ASCP
The minimum passing score is 400. The highest attainable BOC COVID-19.
score is 999.
WHAT TO EXPECT AT THE TESTING CENTER INAPPROPRIATE CONDUCT
The status of Pearson VUE global test delivery is changing If the test proctor determines that you have engaged in
rapidly due to the impact of COVID-19. Please check this inappropriate conduct during the examination (such as giving
page often for the latest updates: Pearson COVID-19. or obtaining unauthorized information or aid, looking at
notes/reference books/study guides, etc.), your examination
You must report to the test center 30 minutes prior to session will be terminated and you will be unable to complete
your scheduled examination time. Upon check-in Pearson your examination. You will need to appeal to the Board of
VUE will collect your signature, photographic image, and Certification. The Board will review your case and determine
fingerprint/palm vein image. This is a standard procedure the appropriate course of action.
at all Pearson Professional Centers. You will be given
a checklist of rules to read. Another fingerprint/palm EXAMINATION IRREGULARITIES
vein image will be taken before you are seated in the
examination room and if you leave the room at any time Please view the appeals procedure regarding examination
during your examination. content irregularities and/or examination administration
irregularities at www.ascp.org/boc/test_center under
What to Bring to the Examination Center.
ELECTRONIC DEVICES
Only nonprogrammable calculators may be brought to the
test center. Writing material for calculations will be provided
for you by the test center. Cell phones will not be permitted in Examination Results
the examination room. Review the detailed list of Candidate
Test Center Procedures. Review the Pearson/BOC EXAMINATION SCORE REPORT
Candidate Rules for full details on prohibited items. Notification to view your examination score report post
login will be emailed to you four business days after you
have taken the examination provided all official transcripts
verifying the appropriate degree have been received.
Taking the Test
• Verify your name and examination category PLEASE NOTE: Examination results cannot be released
at the beginning of the examination by telephone or fax to anyone.
• Read all directions carefully on entering responses 29
before beginning the test
REAPPLYING FOR EXAMINATION
• The examinations consist of multiple choice questions
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If you are unsuccessful in passing the examination, you will
• Responses may be changed as many times as you like
be able to reapply once you receive your examination score
• At the end of the test, you may review your responses
report. You do not need to resubmit your documentation
and change answers if you wish.
if you meet the current eligibility requirements. Once your
application to retake the exam is processed, your new
EXAM DURATIONS examination period will start after your original examination
• Most examinations are scheduled for 2 hours and 30 period has ended.
minutes and have 100 questions.
You are permitted to take the examination five times under
• The PBT examination is scheduled for 2 hours and has one eligibility route provided that you meet the current
80 questions. eligibility requirements. After five unsuccessful attempts
under one route of eligibility, you must meet the current
requirements for eligibility for that particular examination
category under an alternate route of eligibility. If you do not
meet the requirements under an alternate route of eligibility,
you will no longer be eligible to apply for that particular
examination category.
WATCH FOR YOUR CERTIFICATE CERTIFICATION EXPIRATION

You’ll receive your wall certificate approximately six (6) to eight Individuals ASCPi certified beginning January 1, 2012,
(8) weeks after your examination date. This certificate is valid are required to participate in the Credential Maintenance
for three years. To maintain valid certification, completion of Program (CMP) every three years to maintain valid
the Credential Maintenance Program (CMP) is required every certification. Individuals ASCPi certified prior to January 1,
three years. The designation “CM” in superscript is required 2012 were awarded certification with no expiration date.
after your certification credential to indicate your certification is Details and instructions for completing the CMP can be
under credential maintenance (i.e., MLS(ASCPi)CM). Please visit found at this link: www.ascp.org/cmp.
www.ascp.org/cmp for program details.
REVOCATION OF CERTIFICATION
PLEASE NOTE: Your wall certificate will be ordered
after you have verified your mailing address as part of Certification, if granted, may be revoked at any time and
the process for accessing your online exam score report. the applicant may be barred from admission to take
future certification examinations if it is established that the
applicant has participated in inappropriate behavior such

REQUEST FOR VERIFICATION OF CERTIFICATION as, but not limited to:
SUBMITTED TO A THIRD PARTY
• Submitting information contained in, or supplied in
A Third Party Verification Request link will be made available support of, an application for examination that is
on the online examinee score report providing instruction inaccurate in any material respect.
for requesting verification of certification to be submitted • Engaging in any inappropriate conduct during the
to a third party, such as state licensing board or employer. examination, such as giving or obtaining unauthorized
Third party verification requests may also be made by going information or aid.
to this link www.ascp.org/verification. Do not place a
• Sharing exam items or information from the examination
third party verification request until successful completion
with others.
of the examination and receipt of your score report. There
is a $16 service fee (payable by credit card) associated with • Misrepresentation or misuse of the applicant’s
requesting verification of ASCP certification. certification status at any time.
Visit www.ascp.org/boc/about_boc for addditional

The certification category, number and valid dates will be
30 provided when an individual’s current ASCP certification
information.
status is requested.
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REVIEW OF EXAMINATION RESULTS Credential Maintenance Program (CMP)

To request a review of your examination due to specific
CMP REQUIREMENTS
administration or content irregularities, (i.e., technical issues at
For details and instructions on completing the CMP, please
the test site, irregularities in the display of exam content) you
visit www.ascp.org/cmp.
must notify the ASCP Board of Certification office in writing
within 30 days from the date of receipt of scores. Requests
received after this date will not be accepted. A $25.00 fee is
required. The check or money order must be enclosed with
your request.
The review verifies the overall exam administration (i.e., that the
examinee viewed the questions, the answers were recorded,
the proper amount of time was given, questions were
administered according to the content outline percentages,
question difficulty increased or decreased appropriately, etc.).
The BOC does not rescore examinations or disclose content
or answers for specific test items. Incorrect responses will not
be reported when requesting a review. Mail to:
ASCP Board of Certification

33 W. Monroe Street, Suite 1600
Chicago, IL 60603
APPENDIX A
Acceptable Evaluation Agencies for Foreign Transcripts
EDUCATION EVALUATORS INTERNATIONAL, INC. INTERNATIONAL CONSULTANTS OF DELAWARE, INC.

3000 Marcus Ave, Suite 1E6 3600 Market St, Suite 450
Lake Success, NY 11042 Philadelphia, PA 19104-2651
401-521-5340 | 401-515-4065 FAX 215-243-5858 | 215-349-0026 FAX
Email: eval@educei.com www.icdeval.com
www.educei.com
INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION EVALUATIONS, INC.
EDUCATIONAL CREDENTIAL EVALUATORS, INC. 7900 Matthews Mint Hill Rd, Suite 300
101 W. Pleasant St., Suite 200 Charlotte, NC 28227
Milwaukee, WI 53212-3963
704-772-0109
414-289-3400
Email: help@myiee.org
Email: eval@ece.org
www.myiee.org
www.ece.org
INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION RESEARCH

EDUCATIONAL PERSPECTIVES, NFP
PO Box A3462 FOUNDATION, INC.
Chicago, IL 60690-3462 PO Box 3665
312-421-9300 | 312-421-9353 FAX Culver City, CA 90231-3665
Email: info@edperspective.org 310-258-9451 | 310-342-7086 FAX
www.edperspective.org Email: infor@ierf.org
www.ierf.org
FOREIGN ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS SERVICES, INC.
105 West Vandalia St, Suite 120 INTERNATIONAL EVALUATION SERVICE
Edwardsville, IL 62025 CENTER FOR APPLIED RESEARCH,
618-656-5291 EVALUATION & EDUCATION, INC.
Email: hello@facsusa.com PO Box 18358
www.facsusa.com Anaheim, CA 92817 31
714-237-9272
FOREIGN CREDENTIALS SERVICE OF AMERICA Email: info@iescaree.com
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1910 Justin Lane www.iescaree.com
Austin, TX 78757
512-459-8428 | 512-459-4565 FAX
JOSEF SILNY & ASSOCIATES, INC.
Email: info@foreigncredentials.org
International Education Consultants
www.foreigncredentials.org
7101 SW 102 Avenue
Miami, FL 33173
FOUNDATION FOR INTERNATIONAL SERVICES, INC.
305-273-1616 | 305-273-1338 FAX
505 5th Avenue South, Suite 101
Email: info@jsilny.com
Edmonds, WA 98020
www.jsilny.com
425-248-2255
Email: info@fis-web.com
www.fis-web.com WORLD EDUCATION SERVICES, INC.
Attention: Documentation Center
GLOBE LANGUAGE SERVICES PO Box 5087
305 Broadway Suite 401 Bowling Green Station
New York, NY 10007 New York, NY 10274-5087
212-227-1994 | 212-693-1489 FAX 212-966-6311 | 212-739-6100 FAX
Email: info@globelanguage.com Email: info@wes.org
www.globelanguage.com www.wes.org
A foreign transcript evaluation with U.S. degree educational equivalency and course by course evaluation is required. Information on this page
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ASCP Board of Certification
EXAMINATIONS
JANUARY 2021
General Certification
International Medical Laboratory Scientist, MLS(ASCP i )
Científico de Laboratorio Médico Internacional, CLM(ASCP i )
International Medical Laboratory Technician, MLT(ASCP i )
Categorical Certification
International Histotechnician, HT(ASCP i )
International Phlebotomy Technician, PBT(ASCP i )
International Histotechnologist, HTL(ASCP i )
International Technologist in Blood Banking, BB(ASCP i )
International Technologist in Chemistry, C(ASCP i )
International Technologist in Cytogenetics, CG(ASCP i )
International Cytotechnologist, CT(ASCP i )
International Technologist in Gynecologic Cytology,
CTgyn(ASCP i )
International Technologist in Hematology, H(ASCP i )
International Technologist in Microbiology, M(ASCP i )
International Technologist in Molecular Biology, MB(ASCP i )
Specialist Certification
International Specialist in Blood Banking, SBB(ASCP i )
International Specialist in Chemistry, SC(ASCP i )
International Specialist in Cytometry, SCYM(ASCP i )
International Specialist in Cytotechnology, SCT(ASCP i )
International Specialist in Hematology, SH(ASCP i )
International Specialist in Microbiology, SM(ASCP i )
International Specialist in Molecular Biology, SMB(ASCP i )
ASCP Board of Certification | 33 W. Monroe St., Suite 1600

Chicago, IL 60603 | 800.267.2727
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IMPORTANT

NEW INFORMATION ENCLOSED

International Procedures for

The ASCP Board of Certification certifies those individuals who

International Certification for About the ASCP Board of Certification

professional certification. By earning ASCP i certification,

Maintenance of Credential » Clinical Laboratory Management Association

Through their work on various scientific and examination

INTERNATIONAL CERTIFICATION CATEGORIES AND APPLICATION FEES

* ASCP BOC Scholarship Funding available for Resource-Limited Countries

International Medical Laboratory International Histotechnician, HT(ASCPi)

training in blood banking (immunohematology), chemistry, an internship in histotechnology.

To be eligible for this examination category, an applicant must

* Accredited/approved by a governing regulatory association or Ministry. Countries

International Medical ROUTE 3

degree or higher) of at least one of the following routes: and microbiology.

International Technologist ROUTE 5

approved* educational institution.

within, or in addition to, the baccalaureate degree, • Transfusion reactions

• AND successful completion of a Blood Banking • Immune hemolytic anemias

International Technologist International Cytotechnologist, CT(ASCPi)

ROUTE 1 educational institution,

• Master’s degree from an accredited/approved* • AND a baccalaureate degree from an accredited/

International Histotechnologist, LABORATORY EXPERIENCE

To be eligible for this examination category, an applicant must International Technologist

ROUTE 1 and body fluids to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of

within, or in addition to, the baccalaureate degree,

in Molecular Biology, MB(ASCPi)

International Specialist ROUTE 5

determined by an acceptable transcript evaluation. The foreign degree must

educational institution in chemistry, biology, immunology,

LABORATORY OR TEACHING EXPERIENCE International Specialist

Laboratory or teaching experience is also required ROUTE 1

16 • Valid ASCPi technologist/scientist or specialist certification,

in cytometry (clinical**, research, industry, or veterinary)

FLOW CYTOMETRY APPLICATIONS ROUTE 1

• Immunophenotyping • AND a baccalaureate degree from an accredited/

• Cell sorting • AND three years of acceptable clinical** experience in

International Specialist ROUTE 4

ROUTE 3 approved* educational institution or an accredited/

» Method evaluation • AND three years of acceptable clinical** experience

ROUTE 5 International Specialist

• AND a Doctorate from an accredited/approved*

science****, or an appropriately related field,

• Molecular Identity Testing (e.g., bone marrow

ASCP BOC Information Verification of Training Programs

• STEP 2: Training program documentation forms must

• STEP 3: Training program documentation forms and

• STEP 1: Print the experience documentation form

• STEP 2: Experience documentation forms must be

A letter of authenticity must:

Experience documentation forms will be audited to

• STEP 3: Experience documentation forms and letters

IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Your certification must

Completion of Online Application 3. SUBMIT REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION

costs of processing applications, including the review of all

MAILING ADDRESS CHANGE

To update your mailing address:

Applicants with a Disability RESCHEDULING APPOINTMENTS

PLEASE NOTE: Once a candidate has received their

You must take the examination within the examination

Examination Administration If you were unsuccessful in passing the examination, your