Career Details

Diplomate

Description

The ABMLI was established in 1975 to test the expertise of immunologists. Certification by the ABMLI is the highest credential available to practicing medical laboratory immunologists. <br>Board-certified immunologists are adjudged capable to direct laboratories engaged in the practice of medical laboratory immunology. ABMLI certification is recognized by federal and state governmental agencies as a significant component toward meeting licensure requirements to direct laboratories engaged in the immunological diagnosis of human disease and is recognized under the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments of 1988.

Certifying Organization

American Board of Medical Laboratory Immunology

Details

If significant education or training is needed? Yes

If significant work experience is needed? Yes

Is an exam required? Yes

How many years until certification must be renewed? 3 year(s)

Certification can be renewed with Continuing Education Units? Yes

Certification can be renewed with re-examination? No

Certification can be renewed with Continuing Professional Development? Yes

Certification can be renewed in multiple ways? Yes

Certificates

Certificate name

Qualification in Immunohistochemistry

Certifying Organization

American Society for Clinical Pathology

Type

A - Core

Certificate name

Certification in Otolaryngic Allergy

Certifying Organization

American Osteopathic Board of Opthamology/American Osteopathic Board of Otolaryngology- Head and Neck Surgery

Type

C - Specialty

Certificate name

Certification in Pediatric Pulmonology

Certifying Organization

American Osteopathic Board of Pediatrics

Type

C - Specialty

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