January/February 2016

Revised Publications Now Available Online

• January 2016 U.S. Procedures for Examination and Certification
• January 2016 International Procedures for Examination and Certification
• Procedures for Qualification

Revised Program Director's Guide to Certification Available Feb. 1, 2016

A new Program Director's Guide to Certification will be available online Feb. 1, 2016. This guide contains the most current information for online applications. Printed copies will be available at the CLEC meeting in February.

Clinical Laboratory Educator's Conference (CLEC)*

The conference this year will be held on Feb. 25 and 26 in Minneapolis, Minn. We look forward to providing you with an update on Board of Certification activities and meeting with you at the booth.

New Certifications Available in 2016

Qualification in Apheresis (QIA) now available
Applications are now being accepted for the Qualification in Apheresis. The first online examination administration for this qualification was available on Jan. 1, 2016. For the eligibility requirements and online application, visit www.ascp.org/qualification.

Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA) available July 1, 2016
MLA eligibility requirements were approved for this new certification, Medical Laboratory Assistant, MLA(ASCP) to be offered beginning July 1, 2016. The application fee will be $135. Application information will be available in April 2016.

Change in Examination Eligibility Verification Report (EEV) - Feb. 1, 2016*

Based on your comments and concerns, we are revising the EEV Report to be more user-friendly. The field currently titled "Eligibility Date" will be changed to "Program End Date," and will reflect the actual date of program completion as indicated by the student when they complete the online application form. Further instructions will be provided on the actual report to assist you in making any corrections regarding your students. Please look for these revisions on Feb. 1, 2016.

Change in Certification Credentials for Individuals Taking the Spanish Language MLS/MT Certification Examination

Effective Jan. 1, 2016, the Tecnólogo Médico Internacional, MT(ASCPⁱ) credential will officially transition into the Científico de Laboratorio Médico Internacional, CLM(ASCPⁱ) credential. The ASCP is transitioning the Spanish version of the MT(ASCPⁱ) credential to the CLM(ASCPⁱ) in order to encompass the different terminologies utilized in Latin America to refer to this laboratory profession. Additionally, with this change, the certification name will be aligned with the equivalent English International Medical Laboratory Scientist certification examination name and its U.S. counterpart.

The credentials of all individuals who previously took the Tecnólogo Médico Internacional examinations will be changed to Científico de Laboratorio Médico Internacional, CLM(ASCPⁱ). The certificants will be notified individually by email.

The CLM(ASCPⁱ) Examination Content Guideline and Reading List are currently available on the BOC web site.

FYI -

How to Participate in the BOC Program Director's Group on ASCP ONELab

The BOC Program Directors Group is an open group for directors of laboratory programs. Check out the Group, and subscribe as a group member. Detailed instructions on how to post information and participate in discussions is available at ONELab Quick Notes.

Understanding ASCP BOC Certification Examinations

Brief explanations on a variety of topics related to the BOC certification examinations are available at Understanding ASCP BOC Certification Examinations.

2016 Program Performance Report Invoices – Reminder *

On Dec. 11, 2015, a reminder notice regarding the 2016 Program Performance Report (PPR) invoices was sent to all program directors of NAACLS, CAAHEP and ABHES accredited/approved programs as well as BOC approved structured phlebotomy training programs. The invoice amount is $125 and covers the period of Jan. 1, 2016, through Dec. 31, 2016. Payment instructions are included on the invoice. Please email Kristin Blake at kristin.blake@ascp.org if you have any questions or concerns regarding payment.

Do You Have Students Missing From Your PPR or EEV Reports?*

When your students complete the online application, please remind them to use the drop-down list of programs to select the program they completed. When students enter the name manually, the school is not recognized, and these students' names will not appear on your PPR or EEV reports. If your program is not listed, please let us know immediately by contacting Kristin Blake at kristin.blake@ascp.org.

Determining Your Students' Examination Eligibility and Transcripts*

For information on determining your students' eligibility and transcript requirements, details on these topics are provided at Students' Eligibility and Transcript Requirements.

Applicants Requesting Modifications Due to a Disability

If any of your students require a modification due to a disability, we request that your students notify our office in writing at the time of application. Complete information regarding documentation is available on the website.

BOC Web pages

A list of BOC Web Address Shortcuts is available to assist you in getting directly to the information you need.

Important - Program Changes

Please be sure to notify the BOC office if any of your program information changes, such as your email address, program status, program director, or address. Please notify Kristin Blake at kristin.blake@ascp.org. For program directors from international countries for ASCPⁱ certification, please notify Angela Sreckovic at Angela.Sreckovic@ascp.org.

*UNITED STATES ONLY

Board of Certification Contacts:

Please contact the following individuals if you have questions or concerns regarding:

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If you have any questions or comments on the information contained in this issue, please email us at Geraldine.Piskorski@ascp.org. We look forward to hearing from you.

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