"As laboratory professionals, we must endeavor to be lifelong learners in order to maintain and expand our knowledge to stay current in our profession. The Credential Maintenance Program (CMP) challenges me to maintain and expand my knowledge across disciplines within the laboratory medicine field."

Walter Oliveira, MASCP, MLS(ASCP)^CM SI

UVA Medical Center, Charlottesville, VA

CMP: What You Need To Know

The ASCP Board of Certification developed the Credential Maintenance Program (CMP) to provide opportunities to obtain a wide variety of learning experiences that demonstrate your professional competency and dedication to excellence in the medical laboratory. In addition to helping you maintain your professional certification, the CMP can help you stay current on developments in your field and provide opportunities for both professional and personal enrichment.

IMPORTANT NOTIFICATION:
Please Note: Effective July 1, 2018, the ASCP Board of Certification has discontinued issuing the Credential Maintenance Program (CMP) wall certificate. Upon successful completion of the CMP, a renewal notification will be provided to certificants.

NEW in 2024: Increase of dedicated CMP points in area of certification from 2 to 8 for the following categories; AT, BB, C, CG, CT, H, HT, HTL, I, M, MB

CMP requirements will be revised to increase from 2 to 8 points (i.e. blood bank, chemistry, cytology, etc.) for certification cycles expiring in January 2024 and moving forward, regardless of when you submit your completed online declaration form. This does not increase the overall total CMP points required.

Information About CMP

U.S. Certifications

International Certifications

Qualifications

CMP Overview

CMP Process Overview

With the CMP process, you can easily review and understand your continuing education requirements and know what to expect when managing your credits or tracking your progress during your three year cycle. Please review the U.S. CMP Booklet, International CMP Booklet and CMP requirements for qualification categories listed under the Qualifications tab found at this link: www.ascp.org/cmp.

Requirements and fees as stated are subject to change without notice.

Completing CMP – Step by Step

Login to your account.
Under “My Education,” click “Check Progress” to view your credential end date and status.
Allocate completed ASCP credits or self-record non-ASCP credits.
Once all requirements have been allocated, you will be prompted to submit your CMP declaration to the BOC for review.
Submit up to three (3) months prior to your credential expiration date to allow time for processing.

Please Note: The earliest a current certification cycle (not expired) will up-date is the first day of the month in which it expires.
Retain all original certificates of attendance or any other type of support documentation in the event of an audit.
1. Employer Assessment Form
2. Clinical Teaching Documentation Form
Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a three-year renewal notification for your credential.

Manage My CMP

Synchronizing Multiple Credentials

Individuals with multiple credentials (certification and/or qualification) may synchronize the completion of their Credential Maintenance Program (CMP) process by request.

A three-year CMP cycle end date may be shortened to coincide with another credential CMP cycle end date as long as the three-year CMP cycle for either credential is not exceeded.

Steps to Synchronize Multiple Credentials*

Using the example below, here are the detailed steps to follow.

Two certifications with different CMP end dates:
Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) – Expiration October 2021
Specialist in Blood Banking (SBB) – Expiration March 2020

Two qualifications with different CMP end dates:
Qualification in Apheresis (QIA) – Expiration November 2021
Qualification in Immunohistochemistry (QIHC)- Expiration February 2020

A certification and qualification with different end dates:
Histotechnologist (HTL)- Expiration December 2021
Qualification in Immunohistochemistry (QIHC)- Expiration January 2010

Choose the earliest CMP expiration date (i.e. March 2020), since you must complete all points within a three-year period.
- This will be the expiration date you will use for both credentials.
Email cmpsynch@ascp.org at the BOC office with your request**.
- Include your full name
- Customer ID number
- Credential categories / numbers.
You will receive an e-mail response, and if eligible, you will be provided with instructions to follow.

*For reduced fee to apply, credentials must be of same type: certification/certification or qualification/qualification.

**If you have recently submitted a CMP Declaration online, we will be unable to process your request. Synchronizations are to be submitted by mail.

Credential Status

Mandatory CMP

Please review the mandatory Credential Maintenance Program (CMP) participation guidelines below.

U.S. CMP Mandatory Participation

The Credential Maintenance Program is required for all individuals who are ASCP certified beginning January 1, 2004 in the following categories and for all PAs and active NCA certificants who are not ASCP certified prior to January 1, 2004. These include:

Apheresis Technician (AT)
Cytologist (CT)
Donor Phlebotomy Technician (DPT)
Histotechnician (HT)
Histotechnologist (HTL)
Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA)
Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS)
Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT)
Pathologists' Assistants (PA)
Phlebotomy Technician (PBT)
Technologist in Blood Banking (BB)
Technologist in Chemistry (C)
Technologist in Cytogenetics (CG)
Technologist in Hematology (H)
Technologist in Immunology (I)
Technologist in Microbiology (M)
Technologist in Molecular Biology (MB)

The Credential Maintenance Program is required for all individuals who become newly certified as specialists and diplomates beginning January 1, 2006 in the following categories:

Specialist in Blood Banking (SBB)
Specialist in Chemistry (SC)
Specialist in Cytometry (SCYM)
Specialist in Cytology (SCT)
Specialist in Hematology (SH)
Specialist in Immunology (SI)
Specialist in Laboratory Safety (SLS)
Specialist in Microbiology (SM)
Specialist in Molecular Biology (SMB)
Specialist in Virology (SV)
Hemapheresis Practitioner (HP)
Diplomate in Laboratory Management (DLM)

International CMP Mandatory Participation

Mandatory participation in the Credential Maintenance Program is required for all individuals who are ASCPⁱ certified beginning January 1, 2012 in the following categories:

International Medical Laboratory Technician, MLT(ASCPⁱ)
International Medical Laboratory Scientist, MLS(ASCPⁱ)
International Phlebotomy Technician, PBT(ASCPⁱ)
International Technologist in Blood Banking, BB(ASCPⁱ)
International Technologist in Chemistry, C(ASCPⁱ)
International Gynecologic Cytologist, CTgyn(ASCPⁱ)
International Technologist in Cytogenetics, CG(ASCPⁱ)
International Cytologist, CT(ASCPⁱ)
International Technologist in Hematology, H(ASCPⁱ)
International Histotechnician, HT(ASCPⁱ)
International Histotechnologist, HTL(ASCPⁱ)
International Technologist in Microbiology, M(ASCPⁱ)
International Technologist in Molecular Biology, MB(ASCPⁱ)
Científico de Laboratorio Médico Internacional, CLM(ASCPⁱ)
International Specialist in Blood Banking, SBB(ASCPⁱ)
International Specialist in Chemistry, SC(ASCPⁱ)
International Specialist in Cytometry, SCYM(ASCPⁱ)
International Specialist in Cytology, SCT(ASCPⁱ)
International Specialist in Hematology, SH(ASCPⁱ)
International Specialist in Microbiology, SM(ASCPⁱ)
International Specialist in Molecular Biology, SMB(ASCPⁱ)

CMP Certification Application Fee: $100

CMP Certification Reinstatement Fee: $135

(Fee required for expired certifications. This fee is in addition to the application fee.)

CMP Qualification Application Fee: $55

CMP Qualification Reinstatement Fee: $60

(Fee required for expired qualifications. This fee is in addition to the application fee.)

Reduced Fee for Multiple Credentials: $20

For multiple credentials with the same expiration date or within three months of each other:

You must submit multiple declarations separately on the same business day to receive the reduced fee.
For reduced fee to apply, credentials must be of same type: certification/certification or qualification/qualification.

Note: CMP fees are non-refundable.

Completing CMP – Step by Step

Login to your account.
Under “My Education,” click “Check Progress” to view your credential end date and status.
Allocate completed ASCP credits or self-record non-ASCP credits.
Once all requirements have been allocated, you will be prompted to submit your CMP declaration to the BOC for review.
Submit at least one (1) month prior to your credential expiration date to allow time for processing.
Retain all original certificates of attendance or any other type of support documentation in the event of an audit.
1. Employer Assessment Form
2. Clinical Teaching Documentation Form
Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a three-year renewal notification for your credential.

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Voluntary CMP Participation*

Individuals ASCP US certified prior to January 2004 or ASCPⁱ certified prior to January 2012 may participate in the CMP on a voluntary basis. Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a three-year renewal notification for your credential.

You may use the initials “CM” in superscript after your certification credential, i.e. MLS(ASCP)^CM. After the expiration date, you may no longer use the “CM” designation after your initials. If you choose not to participate in the program in the future, your certification status will not be affected.

While this program may be required for some individuals, all ASCP certificants are encouraged to participate in the program to demonstrate their continued competence in the laboratory.

*Voluntary participation does not apply to Qualifications.

CMP Application Fee: $100

CMP Reinstatement Fee: $135

(Fee required for expired certifications. This fee is in addition to the application fee.)

Reduced Fee for Multiple Certifications: $20

For multiple certifications with the same expiration date or within three months of each other:

You must submit multiple declarations separately on the same business day to receive the reduced fee.

Note: Fees are non-refundable.

Completing CMP – Step by Step

Login to your account.
Under “My Education,” click “Check Progress” to view your certification end date and status.
Allocate completed ASCP credits or self-record non-ASCP credits.
Once all requirements have been allocated, you will be prompted to submit your CMP declaration to the BOC for review.
Submit at least one (1) month prior to your credential expiration date to allow time for processing.
Retain all original certificates of attendance or any other type of support documentation in the event of an audit.
1. Employer Assessment Form
2. Clinical Teaching Documentation Form
Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a three-year renewal notification for your credential.

Manage My CMP

Reinstatement for Expired BOC Credentials*

If you have a three-year time limited credential and you allow your credential to expire, you will no longer be permitted to use the ASCP credential after your name. To seek reinstatement of an expired credential, you must submit a completed declaration form documenting all continuing education earned within the previous three years as required by your credential category. You must also pay a reinstatement fee in addition to the application fee.

* Individuals who allow their ASCP credential to expire for ten or more years will be required to retake and pass the certification/qualification examination in order to reinstate their credential. Lapsed NCA certificants at the time of the unification will be required to retake and pass the certification examination in order to reinstate their certification effective 11/1/2019. If this applies to you, please contact 10yrexpired@ascp.org

CMP Reminder Notifications

As a courtesy, the BOC sends out several emailed CMP reminder notifications, but ultimately it’s the certificant’s responsibility to monitor their three-year certification cycle and submit their completed declaration prior to the certification end date.

Reinstatement Fee

The BOC will not grant extensions or waive the reinstatement fee due to the non-receipt of courtesy CMP reminder email notifications. To receive notifications, please be sure your email address remains current.

CMP Certification Application Fee: $100

CMP Certification Reinstatement Fee: $135

(Fee required for expired certifications. This fee is in addition to the application fee.)

CMP Qualification Application Fee: $55

CMP Qualification Reinstatement Fee: $60
(Fee required for expired qualifications. This fee is in addition to the application fee.)

Reduced Fee for Multiple Credentials: $20

For multiple credentials with the same expiration date or within three months of each other:

You must submit multiple declarations separately on the same business day to receive the reduced fee.
For reduced fee to apply, credentials must be of same type: certification/certification or qualification/qualification.

Note: CMP Fees are non-refundable.

Inactive Status for Required CMP Participation

If you wish to request inactive status for a period of time, you must submit:

A $40 fee*
A letter describing detailed reasons for your inactive status
Documentation of extenuating circumstances for your request
The inactive status fee can be waived for individuals fulfilling mandatory military service when properly documented

Extenuating circumstances likely to be considered include:

Serious, incapacitating illness over one year in duration
Military assignment overseas over a one-year duration in a location with no access to online workshops
Financial hardship as well as personal or family-related responsibilities are not considered extenuating circumstances

*The inactive status fee will be waived for individuals residing in countries requiring mandatory military
service when that is the basis for inactive status. Documentation is required.

Reinstatement After an Inactive Status Has Expired

To be reinstated after inactive status has expired, you must submit:

A completed declaration form documenting all points earned within the extended period granted to you as required for your certification category
Pay required CMP fee(s)

At the end of the extended period, if you fail to participate and do not submit compelling reasons for continuing inactive, your certification will no longer be valid and you may no longer use the ASCP certification designation after your name.

CMP Application Fee: $100

CMP Reinstatement Fee: $135

(Fee required for expired certifications. This fee is in addition to the application fee.)

Inactive Status Fee: $40

Note: Fees are non-refundable.

How to Manage Points

CE Credits Earned Through ASCP

All courses completed through ASCP will show in your ASCP transcript and will automatically populate into your online CMP Declaration process.
The online CMP Declaration process will automatically track which points are being used to fulfill specific recertification requirements and those still available for allocation.
Please allocate points to the correct CMP required topic area as necessary.

CE Credits Earned Through Non ASCP CE Providers

CE providers offer a wide variety of continuing education activities. From workshops or teleconferences to subscription programs or online courses, there are plenty of opportunities to accumulate CE credits.

Non ASCP credits earned from other providers must be manually entered into your online ASCP transcript.
Make sure to allocate the points to the correct CMP required topic area.

Find Suggested CE Providers

CE Credits Earned Through Other Activities

Other activities, like authoring journal articles or serving on an active committee, also provide opportunities to earn CE credits.

Review the Suggested CE Activities list by clicking the button below to confirm the number of CMP points assigned to a specific CE activity.
Manually add CEs earned from these activities into your online ASCP transcript.
Remember to allocate the points to the correct CMP required topic area.

Review Suggested CE Activities

How to Track ASCP CEs

Log into your ASCP account.
Under “My Education,” click “Check Progress” to enter or view your ASCP CE credits.
Continuing education courses completed through ASCP will automatically be recorded in your ASCP transcript.
Allocate the ASCP CE credits to a specific CMP required topic area as necessary.

How to Track and Record Non-ASCP CEs

Log into your ASCP account.
Under “My Education,” click “Check Progress” to enter or view your CE points.
Under the “CMP Credits & Progress” tab click “Add Non ASCP Credits” to manually add non-ASCP CEs.
Enter the required information for each CE activity (i.e., activity type, title, date, credits awarded).
Using the drop down menu, allocate the CE points to a specific CMP required topic area.

Record CE Points

Check Credential Status

Login to your ASCP account.
Under “My Education”, click “Check Progress”.
Under “Track progress for”, select the proper credential from drop down menu.
Check your current CMP cycle and end date to determine your status.
- This indicates the time frame in which to complete CEs and submit the CMP Declaration.

Check Credential Status

Time Limits for Managing CMP Points

Points earned toward fulfilling the Credential Maintenance Program (CMP) must be completed within your current three-year credential cycle (or within the last three years if your credential is expired).
- Example: If your credential expires June 2020, only CE credits completed between June 2017 and June 2020 may be used for CMP.

When to Submit a CMP Declaration

Once your continuing education requirements have been met, you’ll be able to submit your online CMP Declaration and fee(s).
Submit the completed CMP Declaration one (1) month prior to your credential expiration date.
A reinstatement fee is required in addition to the application fee if your credential is expired.
A discounted application fee applies for additional credentials* with the same expiration date or within three months of each other.

*For reduced fee to apply, credentials must be of same type: certification/certification or qualification/qualification.

How to Synchronize Multiple Credentials

Successful Completion of CMP

Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a three-year renewal notification for your credential. The designation “CM”, in superscript, follows your credential to indicate you’ve successfully maintained your certification [e.g., MLS(ASCP)^CM, / QIHC^CM].

CMP Audits

To ensure the integrity of the CMP, the ASCP Board of Certification (BOC) will review and audit a percentage of declaration forms each year.
Please keep CE credit documentation in case your CMP Declaration is selected for audit.
Review the CMP Audit Procedure.

Time Limits for Continuing Education (CE) Credits

CE credits earned toward fulfilling your CMP requirements must be completed during your current three year credential cycle (or within the last three years if your credential is expired).
- Example: If your credential expires June 2020, only CE credits completed between June 2017 and June 2020 may be used for recertification.

Record Your CE Points

Completing CMP – Step by Step

Review the recertification requirements
Complete your required CEs and save documentation.
Confirm that all completed CE credits have been entered online and allocated correctly.
Once your credits are allocated, an alert will appear on your dashboard submit your online CMP Declaration.
Submit the completed CMP Declaration and fee(s) at least one (1) month prior to certification expiration date.
Retain supporting documentation in the event of an audit.
You’ll receive email notifications to login to your account to view the status of your CMP Declaration submission.
Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a three-year renewal notification for your credential.

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Suggested List of CE Providers

Below is a suggested list of providers who offer continuing education activities including workshops, webinars, subscription programs, online courses, etc.

This list is intended to assist you in planning your CE activities for credential maintenance. Courses provided by state, regional, or local professional societies or organizations recognized by state licensing boards or otherwise are acceptable for CMP points if they meet the requirements of the program, even if they are not represented on this list.

Suggested CE Providers

ASCP CMLE – American Society for Clinical Pathology
AABB
AACC “ACCENT” – American Association for Clinical Chemistry
AAPA – American Association of Pathologists’ Assistants
AGT – Association of Genetic Technologists
AMA – American Medical Association
ASCLS PACE – American Society of Clinical Laboratory Science
ASC – American Society of Cytopathology
ASCT – American Society for Cytotechnology
ASFA – American Society for Apheresis
ASH – American Society of Hematology
ASM – American Society of Microbiology
CAP – College of American Pathologists
CMEA – Continuing Medical Education Association
CSMLS – Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science
Florida Excell
The Joint Commission
NSH – National Society for Histotechnology
The American Red Cross

Concerning Individual Program Approval

Due to the large volume of available continuing education programs, the ASCP Board of Certification does not review or approve individual programs or courses. If the program / course meets the criteria described under the guidelines for earning CMP Points, it will be acceptable for CMP Points. Program provider must assign points or contact hours.

CMP COVID-Related Continuing Education (CE)

(CE completed March 1, 2020 - December 31, 2022)

The ASCP Board of Certification (BOC) recognizes the vital work of laboratory professionals in response to the COVID-19 pandemic and the critical professional development it necessitated. Because of concerns about obtaining continuing education during the pandemic due to increased workloads and/or limited availability of in-person training or conferences, the BOC is offering a time-limited opportunity to use COVID-related activities performed within the normal scope of work or outside normal job duties for up to 12 CMP points/CEUs towards recertification. These points should be self-entered as a single CMP activity and allocated under “related areas of interest” only on the online declaration form (please see criteria and instructions below).

Criteria to Claim Credits for the CMP

To be accepted, COVID-Related continuing education (CE) activities must have been completed between March 1, 2020 and December 31, 2022 (and be within your three-year CMP cycle).
Activities must be work-related and new, additional, or out-of-specialty skills or activities.
Your Manager/Supervisor must review, verify, and sign-off on the completed activities indicated on the CMP COVID-related CE Claim Form.
The maximum number of CMP points accepted on the Claim Form = 12.
These CMP points may be used for related areas of interest only.
The CMP COVID-related CE Claim Form may be used one-time only and for a single CMP cycle.

Instructions for Completing Form & Claiming Credits

Enter your name, ASCP Customer ID number, certification category and email address.
Review the COVID-related Activities listed and check the ones you completed within the specified timeframe (March 1, 2020 through December 31, 2022).
Take the completed form to your immediate Manager/Supervisor for review and signature on the bottom of the Claim Form.
Scan and save the completed Claim Form as a PDF document.
To claim credits, CMP points must be self-recorded in your online declaration form AND the COVID-Related CE Claim Form must be emailed to the ASCP Board of Certification for review and approval.
- Self-record the total number of COVID-Related CEs you are claiming as one entry in your online declaration form and allocate the points towards “Related Areas of Interest.”
- Email your PDF COVID-CE Claim Form to one of the emails listed below based on your credential category:

US or International Certification:
CMPinfo1@ascp.org – MLT, DPT, PBT, CLA, CLM, CTgyn, MLA, AT, BB, C, CG, DLM, H, HP, I, M, MP, NM, SBB, SC, SCT, SCYM, SH, SI, SLS, SM, SV
CMPinfo2@ascp.org – MLS, CT, HT, HTL, MB, SMB, PA

Qualification:
CMPinfo2@ascp.org – QBRS, QIA, QIHC, QLC, QLI, QLS

CMP COVID-Related CE Claim Form

Highest Volume Certifications

Medical Laboratory Scientist, MLS

CMP Requirements

Total Number of Points Required: 36

Point Distribution:

2 points in each of the following: blood banking, chemistry, hematology, microbiology
1 point in laboratory or patient safety (i.e., quality control, quality assurance)
1 point in medical ethics (e.g., HIPAA, DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion), sexual harassment/microagressions, compliance, confidentiality, IRB, etc.)
26 points in area(s) of lab specialty, immunology, molecular diagnostics, management, education, or other related laboratory areas of interest

Credential Renewal Notification

Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a three-year renewal notification for your credential.

Audit Provisions

To ensure the integrity of the Credential Maintenance Program, the ASCP Board of Certification will review and audit a percentage of declaration forms each year.

If your declaration is selected for audit, you will be notified and requested to submit supporting documentation of the completed continuing education credits submitted.

CMP Application Fee: $100

CMP Reinstatement Fee: $135

Required fee for expired certifications in addition to the application fee.

Reduced Fee for Multiple Certifications: $20

For multiple certifications with the same expiration date or within three months of each other:

You must submit multiple declarations separately on the same business day to receive the reduced fee.

Note: CMP fees are non-refundable.

CMP Resources

Manage CMP Points

Manage and Track your CMP by logging into your ASCP account. On your dashboard under “My Education,” click “Check Progress.”

Manage My CMP

Medical Laboratory Technician, MLT

CMP Requirements

Total Number of Points Required: 36

Point Distribution:

2 points in each of the following: blood banking, chemistry, hematology, microbiology
1 point in laboratory or patient safety (i.e., quality control, quality assurance)
1 point in medical ethics (e.g., HIPAA, DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion), sexual harassment/microagressions, compliance, confidentiality, IRB, etc.)
26 points in area(s) of lab specialty, immunology, molecular diagnostics, management, education, or other related laboratory areas of interest

Credential Renewal Notification

Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a three-year renewal notification for your credential.

Audit Provisions

To ensure the integrity of the Credential Maintenance Program, the ASCP Board of Certification will review and audit a percentage of declaration forms each year.

If your declaration is selected for audit, you will be notified and requested to submit supporting documentation of the completed continuing education credits submitted.

CMP Application Fee: $100

CMP Reinstatement Fee: $135

Required fee for expired certifications in addition to the application fee.

Reduced Fee for Multiple Certifications: $20

For multiple certifications with the same expiration date or within three months of each other:

You must submit multiple declarations separately on the same business day to receive the reduced fee.

Note: CMP fees are non-refundable.

CMP Resources

Manage CMP Points

Manage and Track your CMP by logging into your ASCP account. On your dashboard under “My Education,” click “Check Progress.”

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Phlebotomy Technician, PBT

CMP Requirements

Total Number of Points Required: 9

Point Distribution:

2 points in phlebotomy
1 point in laboratory or patient safety (i.e., quality control, quality assurance)
1 point in medical ethics (e.g., HIPAA, DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion), sexual harassment/microagressions, compliance, confidentiality, IRB, etc.)
5 points in area(s) of lab specialty, management, education, or other related laboratory areas of interest

Credential Renewal Notification

Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a three-year renewal notification for your credential.

Audit Provisions

To ensure the integrity of the Credential Maintenance Program, the ASCP Board of Certification will review and audit a percentage of declaration forms each year.

If your declaration is selected for audit, you will be notified and requested to submit supporting documentation of the completed continuing education credits submitted.

CMP Application Fee: $100

CMP Reinstatement Fee: $135

Required fee for expired certifications in addition to the application fee.

Reduced Fee for Multiple Certifications: $20

For multiple certifications with the same expiration date or within three months of each other:

You must submit multiple declarations separately on the same business day to receive the reduced fee.

Note: CMP fees are non-refundable.

CMP Resources

Manage CMP Points

Manage and Track your CMP by logging into your ASCP account. On your dashboard under “My Education,” click “Check Progress.”

Manage My CMP

Histotechnician, HT

CMP Requirements

Total Number of Points Required: 36

Point Distribution:

8 points in histology**(2024)
1 point in laboratory or patient safety (i.e., quality control, quality assurance)
1 point in medical ethics (e.g., HIPAA, DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion), sexual harassment/microagressions, compliance, confidentiality, IRB, etc.)
26 points in area(s) of lab specialty, management, education, or other related laboratory areas of interest

**NEW in 2024: Dedicated CMP Points in Histology:
CMP requirements will be revised to increase from 2 to 8 points in histology for all certification cycles expiring in January 2024 and moving forward, regardless of when you submit your completed online declaration form. This does not increase the overall total CMP points required.

Credential Renewal Notification

Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a three-year renewal notification for your credential.

Audit Provisions

To ensure the integrity of the Credential Maintenance Program, the ASCP Board of Certification will review and audit a percentage of declaration forms each year.

If your declaration is selected for audit, you will be notified and requested to submit supporting documentation of the completed continuing education credits submitted.

CMP Application Fee: $100

CMP Reinstatement Fee: $135

Required fee for expired certifications in addition to the application fee.

Reduced Fee for Multiple Certifications: $20

For multiple certifications with the same expiration date or within three months of each other:

You must submit multiple declarations separately on the same business day to receive the reduced fee.

Note: CMP fees are non-refundable.

CMP Resources

Manage CMP Points

Manage and Track your CMP by logging into your ASCP account. On your dashboard under “My Education,” click “Check Progress.”

Manage My CMP

Technician Certifications

Medical Laboratory Technician, MLT

CMP Requirements

Total Number of Points Required: 36

Point Distribution:

2 points in each of the following: blood banking, chemistry, hematology, microbiology
1 point in laboratory or patient safety (i.e., quality control, quality assurance)
1 point in medical ethics (e.g., HIPAA, DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion), sexual harassment/microagressions, compliance, confidentiality, IRB, etc.)
26 points in area(s) of lab specialty, immunology, molecular diagnostics, management, education, or other related laboratory areas of interest

Credential Renewal Notification

Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a three-year renewal notification for your credential.

Audit Provisions

To ensure the integrity of the Credential Maintenance Program, the ASCP Board of Certification will review and audit a percentage of declaration forms each year.

If your declaration is selected for audit, you will be notified and requested to submit supporting documentation of the completed continuing education credits submitted.

CMP Application Fee: $100

CMP Reinstatement Fee: $135

Required fee for expired certifications in addition to the application fee.

Reduced Fee for Multiple Certifications: $20

For multiple certifications with the same expiration date or within three months of each other:

You must submit multiple declarations separately on the same business day to receive the reduced fee.

Note: CMP fees are non-refundable.

CMP Resources

Manage CMP Points

Manage and Track your CMP by logging into your ASCP account. On your dashboard under “My Education,” click “Check Progress.”

Manage My CMP

Phlebotomy Technician, PBT

CMP Requirements

Total Number of Points Required: 9

Point Distribution:

2 points in phlebotomy
1 point in laboratory or patient safety (i.e., quality control, quality assurance)
1 point in medical ethics (e.g., HIPAA, DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion), sexual harassment/microagressions, compliance, confidentiality, IRB, etc.)
5 points in area(s) of lab specialty, management, education, or other related laboratory areas of interest

Credential Renewal Notification

Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a three-year renewal notification for your credential.

Audit Provisions

To ensure the integrity of the Credential Maintenance Program, the ASCP Board of Certification will review and audit a percentage of declaration forms each year.

If your declaration is selected for audit, you will be notified and requested to submit supporting documentation of the completed continuing education credits submitted.

CMP Application Fee: $100

CMP Reinstatement Fee: $135

Required fee for expired certifications in addition to the application fee.

Reduced Fee for Multiple Certifications: $20

For multiple certifications with the same expiration date or within three months of each other:

You must submit multiple declarations separately on the same business day to receive the reduced fee.

Note: CMP fees are non-refundable.

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Donor Phlebotomy Technician, DPT

CMP Requirements

Total Number of Points Required: 9

Point Distribution:

2 points in donor phlebotomy
1 point in laboratory or patient safety (i.e., quality control, quality assurance)
1 point in medical ethics (e.g., HIPAA, DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion), sexual harassment/microagressions, compliance, confidentiality, IRB, etc.)
5 points in area(s) of lab specialty, management, education, or other related laboratory areas of interest

Credential Renewal Notification

Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a three-year renewal notification for your credential.

Audit Provisions

To ensure the integrity of the Credential Maintenance Program, the ASCP Board of Certification will review and audit a percentage of declaration forms each year.

If your declaration is selected for audit, you will be notified and requested to submit supporting documentation of the completed continuing education credits submitted.

CMP Application Fee: $100

CMP Reinstatement Fee: $135

Required fee for expired certifications in addition to the application fee.

Reduced Fee for Multiple Certifications: $20

For multiple certifications with the same expiration date or within three months of each other:

You must submit multiple declarations separately on the same business day to receive the reduced fee.

Note: CMP fees are non-refundable.

CMP Resources

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Histotechnician, HT

CMP Requirements

Total Number of Points Required: 36

Point Distribution:

8 points in histology**(2024)
1 point in laboratory or patient safety (i.e., quality control, quality assurance)
1 point in medical ethics (e.g., HIPAA, DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion), sexual harassment/microagressions, compliance, confidentiality, IRB, etc.)
26 points in area(s) of lab specialty, management, education, or other related laboratory areas of interest

Credential Renewal Notification

Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a three-year renewal notification for your credential.

Audit Provisions

To ensure the integrity of the Credential Maintenance Program, the ASCP Board of Certification will review and audit a percentage of declaration forms each year.

If your declaration is selected for audit, you will be notified and requested to submit supporting documentation of the completed continuing education credits submitted.

CMP Application Fee: $100

CMP Reinstatement Fee: $135

Required fee for expired certifications in addition to the application fee.

Reduced Fee for Multiple Certifications: $20

For multiple certifications with the same expiration date or within three months of each other:

You must submit multiple declarations separately on the same business day to receive the reduced fee.

Note: CMP fees are non-refundable.

CMP Resources

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Apheresis Technician, AT

CMP Requirements

Total Number of Points Required: 36

Point Distribution:

8 points in apheresis**(2024)
1 point in laboratory or patient safety (i.e., quality control, quality assurance)
1 point in medical ethics (e.g., HIPAA, DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion), sexual harassment/microagressions, compliance, confidentiality, IRB, etc.)
26 points in area(s) of lab specialty, management, education, or other related laboratory areas of interest

**NEW in 2024: Dedicated CMP Points in Apheresis:
CMP requirements will be revised to increase from 2 to 8 points in apheresis for all certification cycles expiring in January 2024 and moving forward, regardless of when you submit your completed online declaration form. This does not increase the overall total CMP points required.

Credential Renewal Notification

Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a three-year renewal notification for your credential.

Audit Provisions

To ensure the integrity of the Credential Maintenance Program, the ASCP Board of Certification will review and audit a percentage of declaration forms each year.

If your declaration is selected for audit, you will be notified and requested to submit supporting documentation of the completed continuing education credits submitted.

CMP Application Fee: $100

CMP Reinstatement Fee: $135

Required fee for expired certifications in addition to the application fee.

Reduced Fee for Multiple Certifications: $20

For multiple certifications with the same expiration date or within three months of each other:

You must submit multiple declarations separately on the same business day to receive the reduced fee.

Note: CMP fees are non-refundable.

CMP Resources

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Medical Laboratory Assistant, MLA

CMP Requirements

Total Number of Points Required: 9

Point Distribution:

2 points in area which you are certified
1 point in laboratory or patient safety (i.e., quality control, quality assurance)
1 point in medical ethics (e.g., HIPAA, DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion), sexual harassment/microagressions, compliance, confidentiality, IRB, etc.)
5 points in area(s) of lab specialty, immunology, molecular diagnostics, management, education, or other related laboratory areas of interest

Credential Renewal Notification

Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a three-year renewal notification for your credential.

Audit Provisions

To ensure the integrity of the Credential Maintenance Program, the ASCP Board of Certification will review and audit a percentage of declaration forms each year.

If your declaration is selected for audit, you will be notified and requested to submit supporting documentation of the completed continuing education credits submitted.

CMP Application Fee: $100

CMP Reinstatement Fee: $135

Required fee for expired certifications in addition to the application fee.

Reduced Fee for Multiple Certifications: $20

For multiple certifications with the same expiration date or within three months of each other:

You must submit multiple declarations separately on the same business day to receive the reduced fee.

Note: CMP fees are non-refundable.

CMP Resources

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Technologist/Scientist Certifications

Technologist in Blood Banking, BB

CMP Requirements

Total Number of Points Required: 36

Point Distribution:

8 points in area in blood banking**(2024)
1 point in laboratory or patient safety (i.e., quality control, quality assurance)
1 point in medical ethics (e.g., HIPAA, DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion), sexual harassment/microagressions, compliance, confidentiality, IRB, etc.)
26 points in area(s) of lab specialty, management, education, or other related laboratory areas of interest

**NEW in 2024: Dedicated CMP Points in Blood Banking: CMP requirements will be revised to increase from 2 to 8 points in blood banking for all certification cycles expiring in January 2024 and moving forward, regardless of when you submit your completed online declaration form. This does not increase the overall total CMP points required.

Credential Renewal Notification

Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a three-year renewal notification for your credential.

Audit Provisions

To ensure the integrity of the Credential Maintenance Program, the ASCP Board of Certification will review and audit a percentage of declaration forms each year.

If your declaration is selected for audit, you will be notified and requested to submit supporting documentation of the completed continuing education credits submitted.

CMP Application Fee: $100

CMP Reinstatement Fee: $135

Required fee for expired certifications in addition to the application fee.

Reduced Fee for Multiple Certifications: $20

For multiple certifications with the same expiration date or within three months of each other:

You must submit multiple declarations separately on the same business day to receive the reduced fee.

Note: CMP fees are non-refundable.

CMP Resources

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Technologist in Chemistry, C

CMP Requirements

Total Number of Points Required: 36

Point Distribution:

8 points in chemistry**(2024)
1 point in laboratory or patient safety (i.e., quality control, quality assurance)
1 point in medical ethics (e.g., HIPAA, DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion), sexual harassment/microagressions, compliance, confidentiality, IRB, etc.)
26 points in area(s) of lab specialty, management, education, or other related laboratory areas of interest

**NEW in 2024: Dedicated CMP Points in Chemistry:
CMP requirements will be revised to increase from 2 to 8 points in chemistry for all certification cycles expiring in January 2024 and moving forward, regardless of when you submit your completed online declaration form. This does not increase the overall total CMP points required.

Credential Renewal Notification

Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a three-year renewal notification for your credential.

Audit Provisions

To ensure the integrity of the Credential Maintenance Program, the ASCP Board of Certification will review and audit a percentage of declaration forms each year.

If your declaration is selected for audit, you will be notified and requested to submit supporting documentation of the completed continuing education credits submitted.

CMP Application Fee: $100

CMP Reinstatement Fee: $135

Required fee for expired certifications in addition to the application fee.

Reduced Fee for Multiple Certifications: $20

For multiple certifications with the same expiration date or within three months of each other:

You must submit multiple declarations separately on the same business day to receive the reduced fee.

Note: CMP fees are non-refundable.

CMP Resources

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Technologist in Cytogenetics, CG

CMP Requirements:

Total Number of Points Required: 36

Points Distribution:

8 points in cytogenetics**(2024)
1 point in laboratory or patient safety (i.e., quality control, quality assurance)
1 point in medical ethics (e.g., HIPAA, DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion), sexual harassment/microagressions, compliance, confidentiality, IRB, etc.)
26 points in area(s) of lab specialty, management, education, or other related laboratory areas of interest

**NEW in 2024: Dedicated CMP Points in Cytogenetics: CMP requirements will be revised to increase from 2 to 8 points in cytogenetics for all certification cycles expiring in January 2024 and moving forward, regardless of when you submit your completed online declaration form. This does not increase the overall total CMP points required.

Credential Renewal Notification

Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a three-year renewal notification for your credential.

Audit Provisions

To ensure the integrity of the Credential Maintenance Program, the ASCP Board of Certification will review and audit a percentage of declaration forms each year.

If your declaration is selected for audit, you will be notified and requested to submit supporting documentation of the completed continuing education credits submitted.

CMP Application Fee: $100

CMP Reinstatement Fee: $135

Required fee for expired certifications in addition to the application fee.

Reduced Fee for Multiple Certifications: $20

For multiple certifications with the same expiration date or within three months of each other:

You must submit multiple declarations separately on the same business day to receive the reduced fee.

Note: CMP fees are non-refundable.

CMP Resources

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Cytologist, CT

CMP Requirements

Total Number of Points Required: 36

Point Distribution:

8 points in cytology**(2024)
1 point in laboratory or patient safety (i.e., quality control, quality assurance)
1 point in medical ethics (e.g., HIPAA, DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion), sexual harassment/microagressions, compliance, confidentiality, IRB, etc.)
26 points in area(s) of lab specialty, management, education, or other related laboratory areas of interest

**NEW in 2024: Dedicated CMP Points in Cytology:
CMP requirements will be revised to increase from 2 to 8 points in cytology for all certification cycles expiring in January 2024 and moving forward, regardless of when you submit your completed online declaration form. This does not increase the overall total CMP points required.

Credential Renewal Notification

Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a three-year renewal notification for your credential.

Audit Provisions

To ensure the integrity of the Credential Maintenance Program, the ASCP Board of Certification will review and audit a percentage of declaration forms each year.

If your declaration is selected for audit, you will be notified and requested to submit supporting documentation of the completed continuing education credits submitted.

CMP Application Fee: $100

CMP Reinstatement Fee: $135

Required fee for expired certifications in addition to the application fee.

Reduced Fee for Multiple Certifications: $20

For multiple certifications with the same expiration date or within three months of each other:

You must submit multiple declarations separately on the same business day to receive the reduced fee.

Note: CMP fees are non-refundable.

CMP Resources

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Technologist in Hematology, H

CMP Requirements

Total Number of Points Required: 36

Point Distribution:

8 points in hematology**(2024)
1 point in laboratory or patient safety (i.e., quality control, quality assurance)
1 point in medical ethics (e.g., HIPAA, DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion), sexual harassment/microagressions, compliance, confidentiality, IRB, etc.)
26 points in area(s) of lab specialty, management, education, or other related laboratory areas of interest

**NEW 2024: Dedicated CMP Points in Hematology:
CMP requirements will be revised to increase from 2 to 8 points in hematology for all certification cycles expiring in January 2024 and moving forward, regardless of when you submit your completed online declaration form. This does not increase the overall total CMP points required.

Credential Renewal Notification

Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a three-year renewal notification for your credential.

Audit Provisions

To ensure the integrity of the Credential Maintenance Program, the ASCP Board of Certification will review and audit a percentage of declaration forms each year.

If your declaration is selected for audit, you will be notified and requested to submit supporting documentation of the completed continuing education credits submitted.

CMP Application Fee: $100

CMP Reinstatement Fee: $135

Required fee for expired certifications in addition to the application fee.

Reduced Fee for Multiple Certifications: $20

For multiple certifications with the same expiration date or within three months of each other:

You must submit multiple declarations separately on the same business day to receive the reduced fee.

Note: CMP fees are non-refundable.

CMP Resources

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Histotechnologist, HTL

CMP Requirements

Total Number of Points Required: 36

Point Distribution:

8 points in histology**(2024)
1 point in laboratory or patient safety (i.e., quality control, quality assurance)
1 point in medical ethics (e.g., HIPAA, DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion), sexual harassment/microagressions, compliance, confidentiality, IRB, etc.)
26 points in area(s) of lab specialty, management, education, or other related laboratory areas of interest

**NEW 2024: Dedicated CMP Points in Histology:
CMP requirements will be revised to increase from 2 to 8 points in histology for all certification cycles expiring in January 2024 and moving forward, regardless of when you submit your completed online declaration form. This does not increase the overall total CMP points required.

Credential Renewal Notification

Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a three-year renewal notification for your credential.

Audit Provisions

To ensure the integrity of the Credential Maintenance Program, the ASCP Board of Certification will review and audit a percentage of declaration forms each year.

If your declaration is selected for audit, you will be notified and requested to submit supporting documentation of the completed continuing education credits submitted.

CMP Application Fee: $100

CMP Reinstatement Fee: $135

Required fee for expired certifications in addition to the application fee.

Reduced Fee for Multiple Certifications: $20

For multiple certifications with the same expiration date or within three months of each other:

You must submit multiple declarations separately on the same business day to receive the reduced fee.

Note: CMP fees are non-refundable.

CMP Resources

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Medical Laboratory Scientist, MLS

CMP Requirements

Total Number of Points Required: 36

Point Distribution:

2 points in each of the following: blood banking, chemistry, hematology, microbiology
1 point in laboratory or patient safety (i.e., quality control, quality assurance)
1 point in medical ethics (e.g., HIPAA, DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion), sexual harassment/microagressions, compliance, confidentiality, IRB, etc.)
26 points in area(s) of lab specialty, immunology, molecular diagnostics, management, education, or other related laboratory areas of interest

Credential Renewal Notification

Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a three-year renewal notification for your credential.

Audit Provisions

To ensure the integrity of the Credential Maintenance Program, the ASCP Board of Certification will review and audit a percentage of declaration forms each year.

If your declaration is selected for audit, you will be notified and requested to submit supporting documentation of the completed continuing education credits submitted.

CMP Application Fee: $100

CMP Reinstatement Fee: $135

Required fee for expired certifications in addition to the application fee.

Reduced Fee for Multiple Certifications: $20

For multiple certifications with the same expiration date or within three months of each other:

You must submit multiple declarations separately on the same business day to receive the reduced fee.

Note: CMP fees are non-refundable.

CMP Resources

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Technologist in Microbiology, M

CMP Requirements

Total Number of Points Required: 36

Point Distribution:

8 points in microbiology**(2024)
1 point in laboratory or patient safety (i.e., quality control, quality assurance)
1 point in medical ethics (e.g., HIPAA, DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion), sexual harassment/microagressions, compliance, confidentiality, IRB, etc.)
26 points in area(s) of lab specialty, management, education, or other related laboratory areas of interest

**NEW in 2024: Dedicated CMP Points in Microbiology:
CMP requirements will be revised to increase from 2 to 8 points in microbiology for all certification cycles expiring in January 2024 and moving forward, regardless of when you submit your completed online declaration form. This does not increase the overall total CMP points required.

Credential Renewal Notification

Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a three-year renewal notification for your credential.

Audit Provisions

To ensure the integrity of the Credential Maintenance Program, the ASCP Board of Certification will review and audit a percentage of declaration forms each year.

If your declaration is selected for audit, you will be notified and requested to submit supporting documentation of the completed continuing education credits submitted.

CMP Application Fee: $100

CMP Reinstatement Fee: $135

Required fee for expired certifications in addition to the application fee.

Reduced Fee for Multiple Certifications: $20

For multiple certifications with the same expiration date or within three months of each other:

You must submit multiple declarations separately on the same business day to receive the reduced fee.

Note: CMP fees are non-refundable.

CMP Resources

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Technologist in Molecular Biology, MB

CMP Requirements

Total Number of Points Required: 36

Point Distribution:

8 points in molecular biology**(2024)
1 point in laboratory or patient safety (i.e., quality control, quality assurance)
1 point in medical ethics (e.g., HIPAA, DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion), sexual harassment/microagressions, compliance, confidentiality, IRB, etc.)
26 points in area(s) of lab specialty, management, education, or other related laboratory areas of interest

**NEW in 2024: Dedicated CMP Points in Molecular Biology: CMP requirements will be revised to increase from 2 to 8 points in molecular biology for all certification cycles expiring in January 2024 and moving forward, regardless of when you submit your completed online declaration form. This does not increase the overall total CMP points required.

Credential Renewal Notification

Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a three-year renewal notification for your credential.

Audit Provisions

To ensure the integrity of the Credential Maintenance Program, the ASCP Board of Certification will review and audit a percentage of declaration forms each year.

If your declaration is selected for audit, you will be notified and requested to submit supporting documentation of the completed continuing education credits submitted.

CMP Application Fee: $100

CMP Reinstatement Fee: $135

Required fee for expired certifications in addition to the application fee.

Reduced Fee for Multiple Certifications: $20

For multiple certifications with the same expiration date or within three months of each other:

You must submit multiple declarations separately on the same business day to receive the reduced fee.

Note: CMP fees are non-refundable.

CMP Resources

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Technologist in Immunology, I

CMP Requirements

Total Number of Points Required: 36

Point Distribution:

8 points in immunology**(2024)
1 point in laboratory or patient safety (i.e., quality control, quality assurance)
1 point in medical ethics (e.g., HIPAA, DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion), sexual harassment/microagressions, compliance, confidentiality, IRB, etc.)
26 points in area(s) of lab specialty, management, education, or other related laboratory areas of interest

**NEW in 2024: Dedicated CMP Points in Immunology: CMP requirements will be revised to increase from 2 to 8 points in histology for all certification cycles expiring in January 2024 and moving forward, regardless of when you submit your completed online declaration form. This does not increase the overall total CMP points required.

Credential Renewal Notification

Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a three-year renewal notification for your credential.

Audit Provisions

To ensure the integrity of the Credential Maintenance Program, the ASCP Board of Certification will review and audit a percentage of declaration forms each year.

If your declaration is selected for audit, you will be notified and requested to submit supporting documentation of the completed continuing education credits submitted.

CMP Application Fee: $100

CMP Reinstatement Fee: $135

Required fee for expired certifications in addition to the application fee.

Reduced Fee for Multiple Certifications: $20

For multiple certifications with the same expiration date or within three months of each other:

You must submit multiple declarations separately on the same business day to receive the reduced fee.

Note: CMP fees are non-refundable.

CMP Resources

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Specialist Certifications

Specialist in Blood Banking, SBB

CMP Requirements

Total Number of Points Required: 36

Point Distribution:

10 points in blood banking
1 point in laboratory or patient safety (i.e., quality control, quality assurance)
1 point in medical ethics (e.g., HIPAA, DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion), sexual harassment/microagressions, compliance, confidentiality, IRB, etc.)
24 points in area(s) of lab specialty, management, education, or other related laboratory areas of interest

Credential Renewal Notification

Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a three-year renewal notification for your credential.

Audit Provisions

To ensure the integrity of the Credential Maintenance Program, the ASCP Board of Certification will review and audit a percentage of declaration forms each year.

If your declaration is selected for audit, you will be notified and requested to submit supporting documentation of the completed continuing education credits submitted.

CMP Application Fee: $100

CMP Reinstatement Fee: $135

Required fee for expired certifications in addition to the application fee.

Reduced Fee for Multiple Certifications: $20

For multiple certifications with the same expiration date or within three months of each other:

You must submit multiple declarations separately on the same business day to receive the reduced fee.

Note: CMP fees are non-refundable.

CMP Resources

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Specialist in Chemistry, SC

CMP Requirements

Total Number of Points Required: 36

Point Distribution:

10 points in chemistry
1 point in laboratory or patient safety (i.e., quality control, quality assurance)
1 point in medical ethics (e.g., HIPAA, DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion), sexual harassment/microagressions, compliance, confidentiality, IRB, etc.)
24 points in area(s) of lab specialty, management, education, or other related laboratory areas of interest

Credential Renewal Notification

Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a three-year renewal notification for your credential.

Audit Provisions

To ensure the integrity of the Credential Maintenance Program, the ASCP Board of Certification will review and audit a percentage of declaration forms each year.

If your declaration is selected for audit, you will be notified and requested to submit supporting documentation of the completed continuing education credits submitted.

CMP Application Fee: $100

CMP Reinstatement Fee: $135

Required fee for expired certifications in addition to the application fee.

Reduced Fee for Multiple Certifications: $20

For multiple certifications with the same expiration date or within three months of each other:

You must submit multiple declarations separately on the same business day to receive the reduced fee.

Note: CMP fees are non-refundable.

CMP Resources

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Specialist in Cytology, SCT

CMP Requirements

Total Number of Points Required: 36

Point Distribution:

10 points in cytology
1 point in laboratory or patient safety (i.e., quality control, quality assurance)
1 point in medical ethics (e.g., HIPAA, DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion), sexual harassment/microagressions, compliance, confidentiality, IRB, etc.)
24 points in area(s) of lab specialty, management, education, or other related laboratory areas of interest

Credential Renewal Notification

Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a three-year renewal notification for your credential.

Audit Provisions

To ensure the integrity of the Credential Maintenance Program, the ASCP Board of Certification will review and audit a percentage of declaration forms each year.

If your declaration is selected for audit, you will be notified and requested to submit supporting documentation of the completed continuing education credits submitted.

CMP Application Fee: $100

CMP Reinstatement Fee: $135

Required fee for expired certifications in addition to the application fee.

Reduced Fee for Multiple Certifications: $20

For multiple certifications with the same expiration date or within three months of each other:

You must submit multiple declarations separately on the same business day to receive the reduced fee.

Note: CMP fees are non-refundable.

CMP Resources

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Specialist in Hematology, SH

CMP Requirements

Total Number of Points Required: 36

Point Distribution:

10 points in hematology
1 point in laboratory or patient safety (i.e., quality control, quality assurance)
1 point in medical ethics (e.g., HIPAA, DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion), sexual harassment/microagressions, compliance, confidentiality, IRB, etc.)
24 points in area(s) of lab specialty, management, education, or other related laboratory areas of interest

Credential Renewal Notification

Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a three-year renewal notification for your credential.

Audit Provisions

To ensure the integrity of the Credential Maintenance Program, the ASCP Board of Certification will review and audit a percentage of declaration forms each year.

If your declaration is selected for audit, you will be notified and requested to submit supporting documentation of the completed continuing education credits submitted.

CMP Application Fee: $100

CMP Reinstatement Fee: $135

Required fee for expired certifications in addition to the application fee.

Reduced Fee for Multiple Certifications: $20

For multiple certifications with the same expiration date or within three months of each other:

You must submit multiple declarations separately on the same business day to receive the reduced fee.

Note: CMP fees are non-refundable.

CMP Resources

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Specialist in Microbiology, SM

CMP Requirements

Total Number of Points Required: 36

Point Distribution:

10 points in microbiology
1 point in laboratory or patient safety (i.e., quality control, quality assurance)
1 point in medical ethics (e.g., HIPAA, DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion), sexual harassment/microagressions, compliance, confidentiality, IRB, etc.)
24 points in area(s) of lab specialty, management, education, or other related laboratory areas of interest

Credential Renewal Notification

Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a three-year renewal notification for your credential.

Audit Provisions

To ensure the integrity of the Credential Maintenance Program, the ASCP Board of Certification will review and audit a percentage of declaration forms each year.

If your declaration is selected for audit, you will be notified and requested to submit supporting documentation of the completed continuing education credits submitted.

CMP Application Fee: $100

CMP Reinstatement Fee: $135

Required fee for expired certifications in addition to the application fee.

Reduced Fee for Multiple Certifications: $20

For multiple certifications with the same expiration date or within three months of each other:

You must submit multiple declarations separately on the same business day to receive the reduced fee.

Note: CMP fees are non-refundable.

CMP Resources

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Specialist in Laboratory Safety, SLS

CMP Requirements

Total Number of Points Required: 36

Point Distribution:

10 points in laboratory safety
1 point in laboratory or patient safety (i.e., quality control, quality assurance)
1 point in medical ethics (e.g., HIPAA, DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion), sexual harassment/microagressions, compliance, confidentiality, IRB, etc.)
24 points in area(s) of lab specialty, management, education, or other related laboratory areas of interest

Credential Renewal Notification

Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a three-year renewal notification for your credential.

Audit Provisions

To ensure the integrity of the Credential Maintenance Program, the ASCP Board of Certification will review and audit a percentage of declaration forms each year.

If your declaration is selected for audit, you will be notified and requested to submit supporting documentation of the completed continuing education credits submitted.

CMP Application Fee: $100

CMP Reinstatement Fee: $135

Required fee for expired certifications in addition to the application fee.

Reduced Fee for Multiple Certifications: $20

For multiple certifications with the same expiration date or within three months of each other:

You must submit multiple declarations separately on the same business day to receive the reduced fee.

Note: CMP fees are non-refundable.

CMP Resources

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Specialist in Virology, SV

CMP Requirements

Total Number of Points Required: 36

Point Distribution:

10 points in virology
1 point in laboratory or patient safety (i.e., quality control, quality assurance)
1 point in medical ethics (e.g., HIPAA, DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion), sexual harassment/microagressions, compliance, confidentiality, IRB, etc.)
24 points in area(s) of lab specialty, management, education, or other related laboratory areas of interest

Credential Renewal Notification

Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a three-year renewal notification for your credential.

Audit Provisions

To ensure the integrity of the Credential Maintenance Program, the ASCP Board of Certification will review and audit a percentage of declaration forms each year.

If your declaration is selected for audit, you will be notified and requested to submit supporting documentation of the completed continuing education credits submitted.

CMP Application Fee: $100

CMP Reinstatement Fee: $135

Required fee for expired certifications in addition to the application fee.

Reduced Fee for Multiple Certifications: $20

For multiple certifications with the same expiration date or within three months of each other:

You must submit multiple declarations separately on the same business day to receive the reduced fee.

Note: CMP fees are non-refundable.

CMP Resources

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Hemapheresis Practioner, HP

CMP Requirements

Total Number of Points Required: 36

Point Distribution:

10 points in hemapheresis
1 point in laboratory or patient safety (i.e., quality control, quality assurance)
1 point in medical ethics (e.g., HIPAA, DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion), sexual harassment/microagressions, compliance, confidentiality, IRB, etc.)
24 points in area(s) of lab specialty, management, education, or other related laboratory areas of interest

Credential Renewal Notification

Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a three-year renewal notification for your credential.

Audit Provisions

To ensure the integrity of the Credential Maintenance Program, the ASCP Board of Certification will review and audit a percentage of declaration forms each year.

If your declaration is selected for audit, you will be notified and requested to submit supporting documentation of the completed continuing education credits submitted.

CMP Application Fee: $100

CMP Reinstatement Fee: $135

Required fee for expired certifications in addition to the application fee.

Reduced Fee for Multiple Certifications: $20

For multiple certifications with the same expiration date or within three months of each other:

You must submit multiple declarations separately on the same business day to receive the reduced fee.

Note: CMP fees are non-refundable.

CMP Resources

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Specialist in Cytometry, SCYM

CMP Requirements

Total Number of Points Required: 36

Point Distribution:

10 points in cytometry
1 point in laboratory or patient safety (i.e., quality control, quality assurance)
1 point in medical ethics (e.g., HIPAA, DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion), sexual harassment/microagressions, compliance, confidentiality, IRB, etc.)
24 points in area(s) of lab specialty, management, education, or other related laboratory areas of interest

Credential Renewal Notification

Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a three-year renewal notification for your credential.

Audit Provisions

To ensure the integrity of the Credential Maintenance Program, the ASCP Board of Certification will review and audit a percentage of declaration forms each year.

If your declaration is selected for audit, you will be notified and requested to submit supporting documentation of the completed continuing education credits submitted.

CMP Application Fee: $100

CMP Reinstatement Fee: $135

Required fee for expired certifications in addition to the application fee.

Reduced Fee for Multiple Certifications: $20

For multiple certifications with the same expiration date or within three months of each other:

You must submit multiple declarations separately on the same business day to receive the reduced fee.

Note: CMP fees are non-refundable.

CMP Resources

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Specialist in Molecular Biology, SMB

CMP Requirements

Total Number of Points Required: 36

Point Distribution:

10 points in molecular biology
1 point in laboratory or patient safety (i.e., quality control, quality assurance)
1 point in medical ethics (e.g., HIPAA, DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion), sexual harassment/microagressions, compliance, confidentiality, IRB, etc.)
24 points in area(s) of lab specialty, management, education, or other related laboratory areas of interest

Credential Renewal Notification

Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a three-year renewal notification for your credential.

Audit Provisions

To ensure the integrity of the Credential Maintenance Program, the ASCP Board of Certification will review and audit a percentage of declaration forms each year.

If your declaration is selected for audit, you will be notified and requested to submit supporting documentation of the completed continuing education credits submitted.

CMP Application Fee: $100

CMP Reinstatement Fee: $135

Required fee for expired certifications in addition to the application fee.

Reduced Fee for Multiple Certifications: $20

For multiple certifications with the same expiration date or within three months of each other:

You must submit multiple declarations separately on the same business day to receive the reduced fee.

Note: CMP fees are non-refundable.

CMP Resources

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Specialist in Immunology, SI

CMP Requirements

Total Number of Points Required: 36

Point Distribution:

10 points in immunology
1 point in laboratory or patient safety (i.e., quality control, quality assurance)
1 point in medical ethics (e.g., HIPAA, DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion), sexual harassment/microagressions, compliance, confidentiality, IRB, etc.)
24 points in area(s) of lab specialty, management, education, or other related laboratory areas of interest

Credential Renewal Notification

Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a three-year renewal notification for your credential.

Audit Provisions

To ensure the integrity of the Credential Maintenance Program, the ASCP Board of Certification will review and audit a percentage of declaration forms each year.

If your declaration is selected for audit, you will be notified and requested to submit supporting documentation of the completed continuing education credits submitted.

CMP Application Fee: $100

CMP Reinstatement Fee: $135

Required fee for expired certifications in addition to the application fee.

Reduced Fee for Multiple Certifications: $20

For multiple certifications with the same expiration date or within three months of each other:

You must submit multiple declarations separately on the same business day to receive the reduced fee.

Note: CMP fees are non-refundable.

CMP Resources

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Additional Certifications

Diplomate in Laboratory Management, DLM

CMP Requirements

Total Number of Points Required: 36

Point Distribution:

10 points in laboratory management
1 point in laboratory or patient safety (i.e., quality control, quality assurance)
1 point in medical ethics (e.g., HIPAA, DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion), sexual harassment/microagressions, compliance, confidentiality, IRB, etc.)
24 points in area(s) of lab specialty, management, education, or other related laboratory areas of interest

Credential Renewal Notification

Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a three-year renewal notification for your credential.

Audit Provisions

To ensure the integrity of the Credential Maintenance Program, the ASCP Board of Certification will review and audit a percentage of declaration forms each year.

If your declaration is selected for audit, you will be notified and requested to submit supporting documentation of the completed continuing education credits submitted.

CMP Application Fee: $100

CMP Reinstatement Fee: $135

Required fee for expired certifications in addition to the application fee.

Reduced Fee for Multiple Certifications: $20

For multiple certifications with the same expiration date or within three months of each other:

You must submit multiple declarations separately on the same business day to receive the reduced fee.

Note: CMP fees are non-refundable.

CMP Resources

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Pathologists' Assistant, PA

CMP Requirements

Total Number of Points Required: 60

Point Distribution:

15 points in advanced anatomic pathology (cancer specimen examination/staging)
20 points in anatomic pathology
1 point in laboratory or patient safety (i.e., quality control, quality assurance)
1 point in medical ethics (e.g., HIPAA, DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion), sexual harassment/microaggressions, compliance, confidentiality, IRB, etc.)
23 points in areas of related interest (e.g., advanced anatomic pathology, anatomic pathology, laboratory or patient safety, medical ethics, management, education or other clinical specialties)

Credential Renewal Notification

Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a three-year renewal notification for your credential.

Audit Provisions

To ensure the integrity of the Credential Maintenance Program, the ASCP Board of Certification will review and audit a percentage of declaration forms each year.

If your declaration is selected for audit, you will be notified and requested to submit supporting documentation of the completed continuing education credits submitted.

CMP Application Fee: $100

CMP Reinstatement Fee: $135

Required fee for expired certifications in addition to the application fee.

Reduced Fee for Multiple Certifications: $20

For multiple certifications with the same expiration date or within three months of each other:

You must submit multiple declarations separately on the same business day to receive the reduced fee.

Note: CMP fees are non-refundable.

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Diplomate in Medical Laboratory Immunology, DMLI

CMP Requirements

Total Number of Points Required: 150

Point Distribution:

73 points in formal continuing education (CE) with accredited/approved sponsorship in the area of clinical pathology, immunology, or career related subjects (see right hand side for list of suggested providers)
1 point in laboratory or patient safety (i.e., quality control, quality assurance)
1 point in medical ethics (e.g., HIPAA, DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion), sexual harassment/microaggressions, compliance, confidentiality, IRB, etc.)
75 points in areas of related interest (e.g., formal continuing education with accredited/approved sponsorship, professional activities in the area of clinical pathology, immunology, or career related subjects, non-supervised continuing education in the area of clinical pathology, immunology, or career related subjects)
- Only 30 points may be non-supervised CEs

Credential Renewal Notification

Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a three-year renewal notification for your credential.

Audit Provisions

To ensure the integrity of the Credential Maintenance Program, the ASCP Board of Certification will review and audit a percentage of declaration forms each year.

If your declaration is selected for audit, you will be notified and requested to submit supporting documentation of the completed continuing education credits submitted.

CMP Application Fee: $600

CMP Reinstatement Fee: $125

Required fee for expired certifications in addition to the application fee.

Note: CMP fees are non-refundable.

CMP Resources

CMP DMLI Point Allocation & Audit Documentation
Suggested List of DMLI CE Providers
CMP Booklet

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Highest Volume Certifications

International Medical Laboratory Scientist, MLS

CMP Requirements

Total Number of Points Required: 36

Point Distribution:

2 points in each of the following: blood banking, chemistry, hematology, microbiology
1 point in laboratory or patient safety (i.e., quality control, quality assurance)
1 point in medical ethics (e.g., HIPAA, DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion), sexual harassment/microagressions, compliance, confidentiality, IRB, etc.)
26 points in area(s) of lab specialty, immunology, molecular diagnostics, management, education, or other related laboratory areas of interest

Credential Renewal Notification

Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a three-year renewal notification for your credential.

Audit Provisions

To ensure the integrity of the Credential Maintenance Program, the ASCP Board of Certification will review and audit a percentage of declaration forms each year.

If your declaration is selected for audit, you will be notified and requested to submit supporting documentation of the completed continuing education credits submitted.

CMP Application Fee: $100

CMP Reinstatement Fee: $135

Required fee for expired certifications in addition to the application fee.

Reduced Fee for Multiple Certifications: $20

For multiple certifications with the same expiration date or within three months of each other:

You must submit multiple declarations separately on the same business day to receive the reduced fee.

Note: CMP fees are non-refundable.

International CMP Pricing Policy

CMP applicants who both (a) obtained medical laboratory education in, AND (b) currently reside in select nations will receive discounted pricing on their CMP application and (if applicable) reinstatement fees for all recertification of all ASCP international certification categories. CMP fees are non-refundable.

International CMP Pricing Policy

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International Medical Laboratory Technician, MLT

CMP Requirements

Total Number of Points Required: 36

Point Distribution:

2 points in each of the following: blood banking, chemistry, hematology, microbiology
1 point in laboratory or patient safety (i.e., quality control, quality assurance)
1 point in medical ethics (e.g., HIPAA, DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion), sexual harassment/microagressions, compliance, confidentiality, IRB, etc.)
26 points in area(s) of lab specialty, immunology, molecular diagnostics, management, education, or other related laboratory areas of interest

Credential Renewal Notification

Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a three-year renewal notification for your credential.

Audit Provisions

To ensure the integrity of the Credential Maintenance Program, the ASCP Board of Certification will review and audit a percentage of declaration forms each year.

If your declaration is selected for audit, you will be notified and requested to submit supporting documentation of the completed continuing education credits submitted.

CMP Application Fee: $100

CMP Reinstatement Fee: $135

Required fee for expired certifications in addition to the application fee.

Reduced Fee for Multiple Certifications: $20

For multiple certifications with the same expiration date or within three months of each other:

You must submit multiple declarations separately on the same business day to receive the reduced fee.

Note: CMP fees are non-refundable.

International CMP Pricing Policy

International CMP Pricing Policy

CMP Resources

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International Phlebotomy Technician, PBT

CMP Requirements

Total Number of Points Required: 9

Point Distribution:

2 points in phlebotomy
1 point in laboratory or patient safety (i.e., quality control, quality assurance)
1 point in medical ethics (e.g., HIPAA, DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion), sexual harassment/microagressions, compliance, confidentiality, IRB, etc.)
5 points in area(s) of lab specialty, management, education, or other related laboratory areas of interest

Credential Renewal Notification

Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a three-year renewal notification for your credential.

Audit Provisions

To ensure the integrity of the Credential Maintenance Program, the ASCP Board of Certification will review and audit a percentage of declaration forms each year.

If your declaration is selected for audit, you will be notified and requested to submit supporting documentation of the completed continuing education credits submitted.

CMP Application Fee: $100

CMP Reinstatement Fee: $135

Required fee for expired certifications in addition to the application fee.

Reduced Fee for Multiple Certifications: $20

For multiple certifications with the same expiration date or within three months of each other:

You must submit multiple declarations separately on the same business day to receive the reduced fee.

Note: CMP fees are non-refundable.

International CMP Pricing Policy

International CMP Pricing Policy

CMP Resources

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International Technologist in Molecular Biology, MB

CMP Requirements

Total Number of Points Required: 36

Point Distribution:

8 points in molecular biology**(2024)
1 point in laboratory or patient safety (i.e., quality control, quality assurance)
1 point in medical ethics (e.g., HIPAA, DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion), sexual harassment/microagressions, compliance, confidentiality, IRB, etc.)*
26 points in area(s) of lab specialty, management, education, or other related laboratory areas of interest

Credential Renewal Notification

Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a three-year renewal notification for your credential.

Audit Provisions

To ensure the integrity of the Credential Maintenance Program, the ASCP Board of Certification will review and audit a percentage of declaration forms each year.

If your declaration is selected for audit, you will be notified and requested to submit supporting documentation of the completed continuing education credits submitted.

CMP Application Fee: $100

CMP Reinstatement Fee: $135

Required fee for expired certifications in addition to the application fee.

Reduced Fee for Multiple Certifications: $20

For multiple certifications with the same expiration date or within three months of each other:

You must submit multiple declarations separately on the same business day to receive the reduced fee.

Note: CMP fees are non-refundable.

International CMP Pricing Policy

International CMP Pricing Policy

CMP Resources

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Technician Certifications

International Histotechnician, HT

CMP Requirements

Total Number of Points Required: 36

Point Distribution:

8 points in histology**(2024)
1 point in laboratory or patient safety (i.e., quality control, quality assurance)
1 point in medical ethics (e.g., HIPAA, DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion), sexual harassment/microagressions, compliance, confidentiality, IRB, etc.)
26 points in area(s) of lab specialty, management, education, or other related laboratory areas of interest

**NEW in 2024: Dedicated CMP Points in Histology:
increase from 2 to 8 points in histology for all certification cycles expiring in January 2024 and moving forward, regardless of when you submit your completed online declaration form. This does not increase the overall total CMP points required.

Credential Renewal Notification

Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a three-year renewal notification for your credential.

Audit Provisions

To ensure the integrity of the Credential Maintenance Program, the ASCP Board of Certification will review and audit a percentage of declaration forms each year.

If your declaration is selected for audit, you will be notified and requested to submit supporting documentation of the completed continuing education credits submitted.

CMP Application Fee: $100

CMP Reinstatement Fee: $135

Required fee for expired certifications in addition to the application fee.

Reduced Fee for Multiple Certifications: $20

For multiple certifications with the same expiration date or within three months of each other:

You must submit multiple declarations separately on the same business day to receive the reduced fee.

Note: CMP fees are non-refundable.

International CMP Pricing Policy

International CMP Pricing Policy

CMP Resources

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International Medical Laboratory Technician, MLT

CMP Requirements

Total Number of Points Required: 36

Point Distribution:

2 points in each of the following: blood banking, chemistry, hematology, microbiology
1 point in laboratory or patient safety (i.e., quality control, quality assurance)
1 point in medical ethics (e.g., HIPAA, DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion), sexual harassment/microagressions, compliance, confidentiality, IRB, etc.)
26 points in area(s) of lab specialty, immunology, molecular diagnostics, management, education, or other related laboratory areas of interest

Credential Renewal Notification

Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a three-year renewal notification for your credential.

Audit Provisions

To ensure the integrity of the Credential Maintenance Program, the ASCP Board of Certification will review and audit a percentage of declaration forms each year.

If your declaration is selected for audit, you will be notified and requested to submit supporting documentation of the completed continuing education credits submitted.

CMP Application Fee: $100

CMP Reinstatement Fee: $135

Required fee for expired certifications in addition to the application fee.

Reduced Fee for Multiple Certifications: $20

For multiple certifications with the same expiration date or within three months of each other:

You must submit multiple declarations separately on the same business day to receive the reduced fee.

Note: CMP fees are non-refundable.

International CMP Pricing Policy

International CMP Pricing Policy

CMP Resources

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International Phlebotomy Technician, PBT

CMP Requirements

Total Number of Points Required: 9

Point Distribution:

2 points in phlebotomy
1 point in laboratory or patient safety (i.e., quality control, quality assurance)
1 point in medical ethics (e.g., HIPAA, DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion), sexual harassment/microagressions, compliance, confidentiality, IRB, etc.)
5 points in area(s) of lab specialty, management, education, or other related laboratory areas of interest

Credential Renewal Notification

Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a three-year renewal notification for your credential.

Audit Provisions

To ensure the integrity of the Credential Maintenance Program, the ASCP Board of Certification will review and audit a percentage of declaration forms each year.

If your declaration is selected for audit, you will be notified and requested to submit supporting documentation of the completed continuing education credits submitted.

CMP Application Fee: $100

CMP Reinstatement Fee: $135

Required fee for expired certifications in addition to the application fee.

Reduced Fee for Multiple Certifications: $20

For multiple certifications with the same expiration date or within three months of each other:

You must submit multiple declarations separately on the same business day to receive the reduced fee.

Note: CMP fees are non-refundable.

International CMP Pricing Policy

International CMP Pricing Policy

CMP Resources

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Technologist/Scientist Certifications

International Technologist in Blood Banking, BB

CMP Requirements

Total Number of Points Required: 36

Point Distribution:

8 points in blood banking**(2024)
1 point in laboratory or patient safety (i.e., quality control, quality assurance)
1 point in medical ethics (e.g., HIPAA, DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion), sexual harassment/microagressions, compliance, confidentiality, IRB, etc.)
26 points in area(s) of lab specialty, management, education, or other related laboratory areas of interest

Credential Renewal Notification

Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a three-year renewal notification for your credential.

Audit Provisions

To ensure the integrity of the Credential Maintenance Program, the ASCP Board of Certification will review and audit a percentage of declaration forms each year.

If your declaration is selected for audit, you will be notified and requested to submit supporting documentation of the completed continuing education credits submitted.

CMP Application Fee: $100

CMP Reinstatement Fee: $135

Required fee for expired certifications in addition to the application fee.

Reduced Fee for Multiple Certifications: $20

For multiple certifications with the same expiration date or within three months of each other:

You must submit multiple declarations separately on the same business day to receive the reduced fee.

Note: CMP fees are non-refundable.

International CMP Pricing Policy

International CMP Pricing Policy

CMP Resources

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International Technologist in Chemistry, C

CMP Requirements

Total Number of Points Required: 36

Point Distribution:

8 points in chemistry**(2024)
1 point in laboratory or patient safety (i.e., quality control, quality assurance)
1 point in medical ethics (e.g., HIPAA, DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion), sexual harassment/microagressions, compliance, confidentiality, IRB, etc.)
26 points in area(s) of lab specialty, management, education, or other related laboratory areas of interest

Credential Renewal Notification

Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a three-year renewal notification for your credential.

Audit Provisions

To ensure the integrity of the Credential Maintenance Program, the ASCP Board of Certification will review and audit a percentage of declaration forms each year.

If your declaration is selected for audit, you will be notified and requested to submit supporting documentation of the completed continuing education credits submitted.

CMP Application Fee: $100

CMP Reinstatement Fee: $135

Required fee for expired certifications in addition to the application fee.

Reduced Fee for Multiple Certifications: $20

For multiple certifications with the same expiration date or within three months of each other:

You must submit multiple declarations separately on the same business day to receive the reduced fee.

Note: CMP fees are non-refundable.

International CMP Pricing Policy

International CMP Pricing Policy

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International Cytologist, CT

CMP Requirements

Total Number of Points Required: 36

Points Distribution:

8 points in cytology**(2024)
1 point in laboratory or patient safety (i.e., quality control, quality assurance)
1 point in medical ethics (e.g., HIPAA, DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion), sexual harassment/microagressions, compliance, confidentiality, IRB, etc.)
26 points in area(s) of lab specialty, management, education, or other related laboratory areas of interest

Credential Renewal Notification

Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a three-year renewal notification for your credential.

Audit Provisions

To ensure the integrity of the Credential Maintenance Program, the ASCP Board of Certification will review and audit a percentage of declaration forms each year.

If your declaration is selected for audit, you will be notified and requested to submit supporting documentation of the completed continuing education credits submitted.

CMP Application Fee: $100

CMP Reinstatement Fee: $135

Required fee for expired certifications in addition to the application fee.

Reduced Fee for Multiple Certifications: $20

For multiple certifications with the same expiration date or within three months of each other:

You must submit multiple declarations separately on the same business day to receive the reduced fee.

Note: CMP fees are non-refundable.

International CMP Pricing Policy

International CMP Pricing Policy

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Científico de Laboratorio Médico Internacional, CLM

CMP Requirements

Total Number of Points Required: 36

Points Distribution:

2 points in each of the following: blood banking, chemistry, hematology, microbiology
1 point in laboratory or patient safety (i.e., quality control, quality assurance)
1 point in medical ethics (e.g., HIPAA, DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion), sexual harassment/microagressions, compliance, confidentiality, IRB, etc.)
26 points in area(s) of lab specialty, immunology, molecular diagnostics, management, education, or other related laboratory areas of interest

Credential Renewal Notification

Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a three-year renewal notification for your credential.

Audit Provisions

To ensure the integrity of the Credential Maintenance Program, the ASCP Board of Certification will review and audit a percentage of declaration forms each year.

If your declaration is selected for audit, you will be notified by mail and requested to submit supporting documentation.

CMP Application Fee: $100

CMP Reinstatement Fee: $135

Required fee for expired certifications in addition to the application fee.

Reduced Fee for Multiple Certifications: $20

For multiple certifications with the same expiration date or within three months of each other:

You must submit multiple declarations separately on the same business day to receive the reduced fee.

Note: CMP fees are non-refundable.

International CMP Pricing Policy

International CMP Pricing Policy

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International Gynecologic Cytologist, CTgyn

CMP Requirements

Total Number of Points Required: 36

Point Distribution:

8 points in gynecologic cytology**(2024)
1 point in laboratory or patient safety (i.e., quality control, quality assurance)
1 point in medical ethics (e.g., HIPAA, DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion), sexual harassment/microagressions, compliance, confidentiality, IRB, etc.)
26 points in area(s) of lab specialty, management, education, or other related laboratory areas of interest

**NEW in 2024: Dedicated CMP Points in Gynecologic Cytology: CMP requirements will be revised to increase from 2 to 8 points in gynecological cytology for all certification cycles expiring in January 2024 and moving forward, regardless of when you submit your completed online declaration form. This does not increase the overall total CMP points required.

Credential Renewal Notification

Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a three-year renewal notification for your credential.

Audit Provisions

To ensure the integrity of the Credential Maintenance Program, the ASCP Board of Certification will review and audit a percentage of declaration forms each year.

If your declaration is selected for audit, you will be notified and requested to submit supporting documentation of the completed continuing education credits submitted.

CMP Application Fee: $100

CMP Reinstatement Fee: $135

Required fee for expired certifications in addition to the application fee.

Reduced Fee for Multiple Certifications: $20

For multiple certifications with the same expiration date or within three months of each other:

You must submit multiple declarations separately on the same business day to receive the reduced fee.

Note: CMP fees are non-refundable.

International CMP Pricing Policy

International CMP Pricing Policy

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International Histotechnologist, HTL

CMP Requirements

Total Number of Points Required: 36

Point Distribution:

8 points in histology**(2024)
1 point in laboratory or patient safety (i.e., quality control, quality assurance)
1 point in medical ethics (e.g., HIPAA, DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion), sexual harassment/microagressions, compliance, confidentiality, IRB, etc.)
26 points in area(s) of lab specialty, management, education, or other related laboratory areas of interest

Credential Renewal Notification

Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a three-year renewal notification for your credential.

Audit Provisions

To ensure the integrity of the Credential Maintenance Program, the ASCP Board of Certification will review and audit a percentage of declaration forms each year.

If your declaration is selected for audit, you will be notified and requested to submit supporting documentation of the completed continuing education credits submitted.

CMP Application Fee: $100

CMP Reinstatement Fee: $135

Required fee for expired certifications in addition to the application fee.

Reduced Fee for Multiple Certifications: $20

For multiple certifications with the same expiration date or within three months of each other:

You must submit multiple declarations separately on the same business day to receive the reduced fee.

Note: CMP fees are non-refundable.

International CMP Pricing Policy

International CMP Pricing Policy

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International Technologist in Hematology, H

CMP Requirements

Total Number of Points Required: 36

Point Distribution:

8 points in hematology**(2024)
1 point in laboratory or patient safety (i.e., quality control, quality assurance)
1 point in medical ethics (e.g., HIPAA, DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion), sexual harassment/microagressions, compliance, confidentiality, IRB, etc.)
26 points in area(s) of lab specialty, management, education, or other related laboratory areas of interest

**NEW in 2024: Dedicated CMP Points in Hematology: CMP requirements will be revised to increase from 2 to 8 points in hematology for all certification cycles expiring in January 2024 and moving forward, regardless of when you submit your completed online declaration form. This does not increase the overall total CMP points required.

Credential Renewal Notification

Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a three-year renewal notification for your credential.

Audit Provisions

To ensure the integrity of the Credential Maintenance Program, the ASCP Board of Certification will review and audit a percentage of declaration forms each year.

If your declaration is selected for audit, you will be notified and requested to submit supporting documentation of the completed continuing education credits submitted.

CMP Application Fee: $100

CMP Reinstatement Fee: $135

Required fee for expired certifications in addition to the application fee.

Reduced Fee for Multiple Certifications: $20

For multiple certifications with the same expiration date or within three months of each other:

You must submit multiple declarations separately on the same business day to receive the reduced fee.

Note: CMP fees are non-refundable.

International CMP Pricing Policy

International CMP Pricing Policy

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International Microbiology, M

CMP Requirements

Total Number of Points Required: 36

Point Distribution:

8 points in microbiology**(2024)
1 point in laboratory or patient safety (i.e., quality control, quality assurance)
1 point in medical ethics (e.g., HIPAA, DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion), sexual harassment/microagressions, compliance, confidentiality, IRB, etc.)
26 points in area(s) of lab specialty, management, education, or other related laboratory areas of interest

**NEW in 2024: Dedicated CMP Points in Microbiology: CMP requirements will be revised to increase from 2 to 8 points in microbiology for all certification cycles expiring in January 2024 and moving forward, regardless of when you submit your completed online declaration form. This does not increase the overall total CMP points required.

Credential Renewal Notification

Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a three-year renewal notification for your credential.

Audit Provisions

To ensure the integrity of the Credential Maintenance Program, the ASCP Board of Certification will review and audit a percentage of declaration forms each year.

If your declaration is selected for audit, you will be notified and requested to submit supporting documentation of the completed continuing education credits submitted.

CMP Application Fee: $100

CMP Reinstatement Fee: $135

Required fee for expired certifications in addition to the application fee.

Reduced Fee for Multiple Certifications: $20

For multiple certifications with the same expiration date or within three months of each other:

You must submit multiple declarations separately on the same business day to receive the reduced fee.

Note: CMP fees are non-refundable.

International CMP Pricing Policy

International CMP Pricing Policy

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International Technologist in Molecular Biology, MB

CMP Requirements

Total Number of Points Required: 36

Point Distribution:

8 points in molecular biology**(2024)
1 point in laboratory or patient safety (i.e., quality control, quality assurance)
1 point in medical ethics (e.g., HIPAA, DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion), sexual harassment/microagressions, compliance, confidentiality, IRB, etc.)
26 points in area(s) of lab specialty, management, education, or other related laboratory areas of interest

Credential Renewal Notification

Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a three-year renewal notification for your credential.

Audit Provisions

To ensure the integrity of the Credential Maintenance Program, the ASCP Board of Certification will review and audit a percentage of declaration forms each year.

If your declaration is selected for audit, you will be notified and requested to submit supporting documentation of the completed continuing education credits submitted.

CMP Application Fee: $100

CMP Reinstatement Fee: $135

Required fee for expired certifications in addition to the application fee.

Reduced Fee for Multiple Certifications: $20

For multiple certifications with the same expiration date or within three months of each other:

You must submit multiple declarations separately on the same business day to receive the reduced fee.

Note: CMP fees are non-refundable.

International CMP Pricing Policy

International CMP Pricing Policy

CMP Resources

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International Technologist in Cytogenetics, CG

CMP Requirements

Total Number of Points Required: 36

Point Distribution:

8 points in cytogenetics**(2024)
1 point in laboratory or patient safety (i.e., quality control, quality assurance)
1 point in medical ethics (e.g., HIPAA, DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion), sexual harassment/microagressions, compliance, confidentiality, IRB, etc.)
26 points in area(s) of lab specialty, management, education, or other related laboratory areas of interest

Credential Renewal Notification

Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a three-year renewal notification for your credential.

Audit Provisions

To ensure the integrity of the Credential Maintenance Program, the ASCP Board of Certification will review and audit a percentage of declaration forms each year.

If your declaration is selected for audit, you will be notified and requested to submit supporting documentation of the completed continuing education credits submitted.

CMP Application Fee: $100

CMP Reinstatement Fee: $135

Required fee for expired certifications in addition to the application fee.

Reduced Fee for Multiple Certifications: $20

For multiple certifications with the same expiration date or within three months of each other:

You must submit multiple declarations separately on the same business day to receive the reduced fee.

Note: CMP fees are non-refundable.

International CMP Pricing Policy

International CMP Pricing Policy

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International Medical Laboratory Scientist, MLS

CMP Requirements

Total Number of Points Required: 36

Point Distribution:

2 points in each of the following: blood banking, chemistry, hematology, microbiology
1 point in laboratory or patient safety (i.e., quality control, quality assurance)
1 point in medical ethics (e.g., HIPAA, DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion), sexual harassment/microagressions, compliance, confidentiality, IRB, etc.)
26 points in area(s) of lab specialty, immunology, molecular diagnostics, management, education, or other related laboratory areas of interest

Credential Renewal Notification

Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a three-year renewal notification for your credential.

Audit Provisions

To ensure the integrity of the Credential Maintenance Program, the ASCP Board of Certification will review and audit a percentage of declaration forms each year.

If your declaration is selected for audit, you will be notified and requested to submit supporting documentation of the completed continuing education credits submitted.

CMP Application Fee: $100

CMP Reinstatement Fee: $135

Required fee for expired certifications in addition to the application fee.

Reduced Fee for Multiple Certifications: $20

For multiple certifications with the same expiration date or within three months of each other:

You must submit multiple declarations separately on the same business day to receive the reduced fee.

Note: CMP fees are non-refundable.

International CMP Pricing Policy

International CMP Pricing Policy

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Specialist Certifications

International Specialist in Blood Banking, SBB

CMP Requirements

Total Number of Points Required: 36

Point Distribution:

10 points in blood banking
1 point in laboratory or patient safety (i.e., quality control, quality assurance)
1 point in medical ethics (e.g., HIPAA, DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion), sexual harassment/microagressions, compliance, confidentiality, IRB, etc.)
24 points in area(s) of lab specialty, management, education, or other related laboratory areas of interest

Credential Renewal Notification

Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a three-year renewal notification for your credential.

Audit Provisions

To ensure the integrity of the Credential Maintenance Program, the ASCP Board of Certification will review and audit a percentage of declaration forms each year.

If your declaration is selected for audit, you will be notified and requested to submit supporting documentation of the completed continuing education credits submitted.

CMP Application Fee: $100

CMP Reinstatement Fee: $135

Required fee for expired certifications in addition to the application fee.

Reduced Fee for Multiple Certifications: $20

For multiple certifications with the same expiration date or within three months of each other:

You must submit multiple declarations separately on the same business day to receive the reduced fee.

Note: CMP fees are non-refundable.

International CMP Pricing Policy

International CMP Pricing Policy

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International Specialist in Chemistry, SC

CMP Requirements

Total Number of Points Required: 36

Point Distribution:

10 points in chemistry
1 point in laboratory or patient safety (i.e., quality control, quality assurance)
1 point in medical ethics (e.g., HIPAA, DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion), sexual harassment/microagressions, compliance, confidentiality, IRB, etc.)
24 points in area(s) of lab specialty, management, education, or other related laboratory areas of interest

Credential Renewal Notification

Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a three-year renewal notification for your credential.

Audit Provisions

To ensure the integrity of the Credential Maintenance Program, the ASCP Board of Certification will review and audit a percentage of declaration forms each year.

If your declaration is selected for audit, you will be notified and requested to submit supporting documentation of the completed continuing education credits submitted.

CMP Application Fee: $100

CMP Reinstatement Fee: $135

Required fee for expired certifications in addition to the application fee.

Reduced Fee for Multiple Certifications: $20

For multiple certifications with the same expiration date or within three months of each other:

You must submit multiple declarations separately on the same business day to receive the reduced fee.

Note: CMP fees are non-refundable.

International CMP Pricing Policy

International CMP Pricing Policy

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International Specialist in Cytology, SCT

CMP Requirements

Total Number of Points Required: 36

Point Distribution:

10 points in cytology
1 point in laboratory or patient safety (i.e., quality control, quality assurance)
1 point in medical ethics (e.g., HIPAA, DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion), sexual harassment/microagressions, compliance, confidentiality, IRB, etc.)
24 points in area(s) of lab specialty, management, education, or other related laboratory areas of interest

Credential Renewal Notification

Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a three-year renewal notification for your credential.

Audit Provisions

To ensure the integrity of the Credential Maintenance Program, the ASCP Board of Certification will review and audit a percentage of declaration forms each year.

If your declaration is selected for audit, you will be notified and requested to submit supporting documentation of the completed continuing education credits submitted.

CMP Application Fee: $100

CMP Reinstatement Fee: $135

Required fee for expired certifications in addition to the application fee.

Reduced Fee for Multiple Certifications: $20

For multiple certifications with the same expiration date or within three months of each other:

You must submit multiple declarations separately on the same business day to receive the reduced fee.

Note: CMP fees are non-refundable.

International CMP Pricing Policy

International CMP Pricing Policy

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International Specialist in Hematology, SH

CMP Requirements

Total Number of Points Required: 36

Point Distribution:

10 points in hematology
1 point in laboratory or patient safety (i.e., quality control, quality assurance)
1 point in medical ethics (e.g., HIPAA, DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion), sexual harassment/microagressions, compliance, confidentiality, IRB, etc.)
24 points in area(s) of lab specialty, management, education, or other related laboratory areas of interest

Credential Renewal Notification

Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a three-year renewal notification for your credential.

Audit Provisions

To ensure the integrity of the Credential Maintenance Program, the ASCP Board of Certification will review and audit a percentage of declaration forms each year.

If your declaration is selected for audit, you will be notified and requested to submit supporting documentation of the completed continuing education credits submitted.

CMP Application Fee: $100

CMP Reinstatement Fee: $135

Required fee for expired certifications in addition to the application fee.

Reduced Fee for Multiple Certifications: $20

For multiple certifications with the same expiration date or within three months of each other:

You must submit multiple declarations separately on the same business day to receive the reduced fee.

Note: CMP fees are non-refundable.

International CMP Pricing Policy

International CMP Pricing Policy

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International Specialist in Microbiology, SM

CMP Requirements

Total Number of Points Required: 36

Point Distribution:

10 points in microbiology
1 point in laboratory or patient safety (i.e., quality control, quality assurance)
1 point in medical ethics (e.g., HIPAA, DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion), sexual harassment/microagressions, compliance, confidentiality, IRB, etc.)
24 points in area(s) of lab specialty, immunology, molecular diagnostics, management, education, or other related laboratory areas of interest

Credential Renewal Notification

Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a three-year renewal notification for your credential.

Audit Provisions

To ensure the integrity of the Credential Maintenance Program, the ASCP Board of Certification will review and audit a percentage of declaration forms each year.

If your declaration is selected for audit, you will be notified and requested to submit supporting documentation of the completed continuing education credits submitted.

CMP Application Fee: $100

CMP Reinstatement Fee: $135

Required fee for expired certifications in addition to the application fee.

Reduced Fee for Multiple Certifications: $20

For multiple certifications with the same expiration date or within three months of each other:

You must submit multiple declarations separately on the same business day to receive the reduced fee.

Note: CMP fees are non-refundable.

International CMP Pricing Policy

International CMP Pricing Policy

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International Specialist in Cytometry, SCYM

CMP Requirements

Total Number of Points Required: 36

Point Distribution:

10 points in cytometry
1 point in laboratory or patient safety (i.e., quality control, quality assurance)
1 point in medical ethics (e.g., HIPAA, DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion), sexual harassment/microagressions, compliance, confidentiality, IRB, etc.)
24 points in area(s) of lab specialty, management, education, or other related laboratory areas of interest

Credential Renewal Notification

Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a three-year renewal notification for your credential.

Audit Provisions

To ensure the integrity of the Credential Maintenance Program, the ASCP Board of Certification will review and audit a percentage of declaration forms each year.

If your declaration is selected for audit, you will be notified and requested to submit supporting documentation of the completed continuing education credits submitted.

CMP Application Fee: $100

CMP Reinstatement Fee: $135

Required fee for expired certifications in addition to the application fee.

Reduced Fee for Multiple Certifications: $20

For multiple certifications with the same expiration date or within three months of each other:

You must submit multiple declarations separately on the same business day to receive the reduced fee.

Note: CMP fees are non-refundable.

International CMP Pricing Policy

International CMP Pricing Policy

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International Specialist in Molecular Biology, SMB

CMP Requirements

Total Number of Points Required: 36

Point Distribution:

10 points in molecular biology
1 point in laboratory or patient safety (i.e., quality control, quality assurance)
1 point in medical ethics (e.g., HIPAA, DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion), sexual harassment/microagressions, compliance, confidentiality, IRB, etc.)
24 points in area(s) of lab specialty, immunology, molecular diagnostics, management, education, or other related laboratory areas of interest

Credential Renewal Notification

Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a three-year renewal notification for your credential.

Audit Provisions

To ensure the integrity of the Credential Maintenance Program, the ASCP Board of Certification will review and audit a percentage of declaration forms each year.

If your declaration is selected for audit, you will be notified and requested to submit supporting documentation of the completed continuing education credits submitted.

CMP Application Fee: $100

CMP Reinstatement Fee: $135

Required fee for expired certifications in addition to the application fee.

Reduced Fee for Multiple Certifications: $20

For multiple certifications with the same expiration date or within three months of each other:

You must submit multiple declarations separately on the same business day to receive the reduced fee.

Note: CMP fees are non-refundable.

International CMP Pricing Policy

International CMP Pricing Policy

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Qualifications

Qualification in Apheresis, QIA

Qualifications are valid for a three-year period. To maintain your qualification, you are required to complete and document continuing education credits or other activities in the area of your Qualification category.

CMP Requirements

Total Number of Points Required: 8*

Point Distribution:

3 points in Apheresis
1 point in laboratory or patient safety (i.e., quality control, quality assurance)
1 point in medical ethics (e.g., HIPAA, DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion), sexual harassment/microagressions, compliance, confidentiality, IRB, etc.)
3 points in any other area(s) of lab specialty, management, education, or other related laboratory areas of interest

*NEW CMP Point requirements in 2024:
1 CMP Point in Medical Ethics
AND 1 CMP Point in Laboratory Safety
CMP requirements were revised to add 2 new points for all qualification cycles expiring in January 2024 moving forward, regardless of when you submit your completed online declaration form. This increases the overall total CMP points required from *6 to 8.

1 CMP point in medical ethics (e.g., HIPAA, DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion), sexual harassment/microaggressions, compliance, confidentiality, IRB, etc.)
1 CMP point in laboratory safety (i.e., quality control, quality assurance)

Credential Renewal Notification

Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a three-year renewal notification for your credential.

Audit Provisions

To ensure the integrity of the Credential Maintenance Program (CMP), the ASCP Board of Certification will review and audit a percentage of declaration forms each year.

If your declaration is selected for audit, you will be notified and requested to submit supporting documentation of the completed continuing education credits submitted.

CMP Application Fee: $55

CMP Reinstatement Fee: $60

(Fee required for expired qualifications in addition to the application fee.)

Reduced Fee for Multiple Qualifications: $20

For multiple certifications with the same expiration date or within three months of each other:

You must submit multiple declarations separately on the same business day to receive the reduced fee.
For reduced fee to apply, credentials must be of same type: certification/certification or qualification/qualification.

Note: CMP fees are non-refundable.

CMP Resources

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Qualification in Lab Informatics, QLI

CMP Requirements

Total Number of Points Required: 8*

Point Distribution:

3 points in Lab Informatics
1 point in laboratory or patient safety (i.e., quality control, quality assurance)
1 point in medical ethics (e.g., HIPAA, DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion), sexual harassment/microagressions, compliance, confidentiality, IRB, etc.)
3 points in any other area(s) of lab specialty, management, education, or other related laboratory areas of interest

1 CMP point in medical ethics (e.g., HIPAA, DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion), sexual harassment/microaggressions, compliance, confidentiality, IRB, etc.)
1 CMP point in laboratory safety (i.e., quality control, quality assurance)

Credential Renewal Notification

Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a three-year renewal notification for your credential.

Audit Provisions

To ensure the integrity of the Credential Maintenance Program (CMP), the ASCP Board of Certification will review and audit a percentage of declaration forms each year.

If your declaration is selected for audit, you will be notified and requested to submit supporting documentation of the completed continuing education credits submitted.

CMP Application Fee: $55

CMP Reinstatement Fee: $60

(Fee required for expired qualifications in addition to the application fee.)

Reduced Fee for Multiple Qualifications: $20

For multiple certifications with the same expiration date or within three months of each other:

You must submit multiple declarations separately on the same business day to receive the reduced fee.
For reduced fee to apply, credentials must be of same type: certification/certification or qualification/qualification.

Note: CMP fees are non-refundable.

CMP Resources

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Qualification in Laboratory Safety, QLS

CMP Requirements

Total Number of Points Required: 7*

Point Distribution:

3 points in Laboratory Safety
1 point in medical ethics (e.g., HIPAA, DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion), sexual harassment/microagressions, compliance, confidentiality, IRB, etc.)
3 points in any other area(s) of lab specialty, management, education, or other related laboratory areas of interest

*NEW CMP Point requirements in 2024:
1 CMP Point in Medical Ethics
CMP requirements were revised to add 1 new point for all qualification cycles expiring in January 2024 moving forward, regardless of when you submit your completed online declaration form. This increases the overall total CMP points required from *6 to 7.

1 CMP point in medical ethics (e.g., HIPAA, DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion), sexual harassment/microaggressions, compliance, confidentiality, IRB, etc.)

Credential Renewal Notification

Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a three-year renewal notification for your credential.

Audit Provisions

To ensure the integrity of the Credential Maintenance Program (CMP), the ASCP Board of Certification will review and audit a percentage of declaration forms each year.

If your declaration is selected for audit, you will be notified and requested to submit supporting documentation of the completed continuing education credits submitted.

CMP Application Fee: $55

CMP Reinstatement Fee: $60

(Fee required for expired qualifications in addition to the application fee.)

Reduced Fee for Multiple Qualifications: $20

For multiple certifications with the same expiration date or within three months of each other:

You must submit multiple declarations separately on the same business day to receive the reduced fee.
For reduced fee to apply, credentials must be of same type: certification/certification or qualification/qualification.

Note: CMP fees are non-refundable.

CMP Resources

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Qualification in Immunohistochemistry, QIHC

CMP Requirements

Total Number of Points Required: 8*

Point Distribution:

3 points in Immunohistochemistry
1 point in laboratory or patient safety (i.e., quality control, quality assurance)
1 point in medical ethics (e.g., HIPAA, DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion), sexual harassment/microagressions, compliance, confidentiality, IRB, etc.)
3 points in any other area(s) of lab specialty, management, education, or other related laboratory areas of interest

1 CMP point in medical ethics (e.g., HIPAA, DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion), sexual harassment/microaggressions, compliance, confidentiality, IRB, etc.)
1 CMP point in laboratory safety (i.e., quality control, quality assurance)

Credential Renewal Notification

Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a three-year renewal notification for your credential.

Audit Provisions

To ensure the integrity of the Credential Maintenance Program (CMP), the ASCP Board of Certification will review and audit a percentage of declaration forms each year.

If your declaration is selected for audit, you will be notified and requested to submit supporting documentation of the completed continuing education credits submitted.

CMP Application Fee: $55

CMP Reinstatement Fee: $60

(Fee required for expired qualifications in addition to the application fee.)

Reduced Fee for Multiple Qualifications: $20

For multiple certifications with the same expiration date or within three months of each other:

You must submit multiple declarations separately on the same business day to receive the reduced fee.
For reduced fee to apply, credentials must be of same type: certification/certification or qualification/qualification.

Note: CMP fees are non-refundable.

CMP Resources

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Qualification in Biorepository Science, QBRS

CMP Requirements

Total Number of Points Required: 8*

Point Distribution:

3 points in Biorepository Science
1 point in laboratory or patient safety (i.e., quality control, quality assurance)
1 point in medical ethics (e.g., HIPAA, DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion), sexual harassment/microagressions, compliance, confidentiality, IRB, etc.)
3 points in any other area(s) of lab specialty, management, education, or other related laboratory areas of interest

*NEW CMP Point requirements in 2024:
1 CMP Point in Medical Ethics
AND 1 CMP Point in Laboratory Safety
CMP requirements were revised to add 2 new points for all qualification cycles expiring in January 2024 moving forward, regardless of when you submit your completed online declaration form. This will increase the overall total CMP points required from *6 to 8.

1 CMP point in medical ethics (e.g., HIPAA, DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion), sexual harassment/microaggressions, compliance, confidentiality, IRB, etc.)
1 CMP point in laboratory safety (i.e., quality control, quality assurance)

Credential Renewal Notification

Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a three-year renewal notification for your credential.

Audit Provisions

To ensure the integrity of the Credential Maintenance Program (CMP), the ASCP Board of Certification will review and audit a percentage of declaration forms each year.

If your declaration is selected for audit, you will be notified and requested to submit supporting documentation of the completed continuing education credits submitted.

CMP Application Fee: $55

CMP Reinstatement Fee: $60

(Fee required for expired qualifications in addition to the application fee.)

Reduced Fee for Multiple Qualifications: $20

For multiple certifications with the same expiration date or within three months of each other:

You must submit multiple declarations separately on the same business day to receive the reduced fee.
For reduced fee to apply, credentials must be of same type: certification/certification or qualification/qualification.

Note: CMP fees are non-refundable.

CMP Resources

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Qualification in Donor Phlebotomy, QDP

CMP Requirements

Total Number of Points Required: 8*

Point Distribution:

3 points in Donor Phlebotomy
1 point in laboratory safety (i.e., quality control, quality assurance
1 point in medical ethics (e.g., HIPAA, DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion), sexual harassment/microaggressions, compliance, confidentiality, IRB, etc.)
3 points in any other area(s) of lab specialty, management, education, or other related laboratory areas of interest

1 CMP point in medical ethics (e.g., HIPAA, DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion), sexual harassment/microaggressions, compliance, confidentiality, IRB, etc.)
1 CMP point in laboratory safety (i.e., quality control, quality assurance)

Credential Renewal Notification

Upon successful completion of the program, you will receive a three-year renewal notification for your credential.

Audit Provisions

To ensure the integrity of the Credential Maintenance Program (CMP), the ASCP Board of Certification will review and audit a percentage of declaration forms each year.

If your declaration is selected for audit, you will be notified and requested to submit supporting documentation of the completed continuing education credits submitted.

CMP Application Fee: $55

CMP Reinstatement Fee: $60

(Fee required for expired qualifications in addition to the application fee.)

Reduced Fee for Multiple Qualifications: $20

For multiple certifications with the same expiration date or within three months of each other:

You must submit multiple declarations separately on the same business day to receive the reduced fee.
For reduced fee to apply, credentials must be of same type: certification/certification or qualification/qualification.

Note: CMP fees are non-refundable.