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Article: Certification of laboratorians: an update. (certification requirements for clinical laboratory professionals)(includes related articles)
- Article from:
- Medical Laboratory Observer
- Article date:
- October 1, 1991
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Certification of laboratorians: An update
More than a dozen national organizations certify clinical laboratory professionals. As regulations and job descriptions evolve, the debate over certification requirements continues.
Organizations of all kinds recognize competence in their fields by granting certificates to professionals who have met specific criteria. While a single certifying body and one set of standards is sufficient for most occupations, clinical laboratorians have more--far more. The result is that technologists are often confused about where certification is available and which certificates to pursue. This article is intended to help clarify ...