From the 2023 Emerging Laboratory Managers Collaborative Conference (Recorded 1/20/2023)
Presented by Stacey Robinson, MS, MLS(ASCP)cm
Credentials and the names of our professionals have evolved quite a bit, how can you recognize if a certification is valid or what education it represents? What’s the difference between CAP, CLIA, and CLIP? This presentation will attempt to address some of the commonly asked questions by new supervisors and managers in the laboratory.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES
At the conclusion of this presentation, participants will be able to

• Evaluate laboratory certifications found on a resume and know the educational requirements that they represent.
• Describe the difference between certification and licensure.
• Explain the relationship between the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act, the College of American Pathologists, and the Joint Commission.

CE ACCREDITATION
This recorded presentation is P.A.C.E. ® accredited. One (1) P.A.C.E. ® contact hour and one (1) Florida credit hour in the area GEN will be awarded to participants. ASCLS P.A.C.E.® is accepted by the ASCP/ASCLS/AGT Board of Certification and all states, including Florida and California, as an approved provider of continuing education for recertification and licensure. ASCLS is an approved provider with CE Broker for Florida licensees.

LEVEL OF INSTRUCTION
This Intermediate-level program is appropriate for laboratory professionals working in clinical, public health and academic settings.