ID RequirementsGovernment-issued photo ID required. Name must match ASCP BOC registration exactly.
RenewalRequired -- 3-year recertification cycle. Recertification requires 36 CE credits per 3-year cycle. CE must be in laboratory medicine or related clinical science. Recertification application submitted through ASCP BOC portal.
PrerequisitesBachelor's degree in biological science plus clinical cytogenetics laboratory experience; or MT/MLS credential plus cytogenetics experience
Retake PolicyCandidates must wait 90 days between attempts. Maximum of 6 total attempts per credential. Full exam fee required for each attempt.