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 from an accredited histotechnology program, or combination of education and histology laboratory experience per ASCP route requirements
Retake PolicyCandidates must wait 90 days between attempts. Maximum of 6 total attempts per credential. Full exam fee required for each attempt.