American Society for Clinical Pathology

certification: ASCP Board of Registry

On this page, you’ll find links to information about certification, qualification, state licensure, the Certification Maintenance Program (CMP) and other services from the ASCP Board of Registry.

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Board of Registry Study Guide:
Clinical Laboratory Certification Examinations (4th edition)

Author(s):
Barbara M. Castleberry, PhD, MT(ASCP)
Bradford L. Sahl

Preparing for the Board of Registry examination can be difficult. Board of Registry Study Guide: Clinical Laboratory Certification Examinations has been developed to assist students in preparing for this important step in their careers.

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Board of Registry Study Guide: Histotechnology Examinations (2nd edition)
Author(s):
Freida Carson, PhD
Laura Culver Edgar, MT(ASCP)
Donna Surges Tatum, PhD

Applicants preparing for the Board of Registry examinations in HT and HTL will find valuable assistance in this handy guide.

2008 ASCP National Student Honor Award
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