Histology Certification Histology Renewal and Revalidation 2

Question 1

How many continuing education (CE) credits are required to renew the HT (ASCP) certification within a 3-year cycle?

Accepted Answer

30 CE credits

Answer

36 CE credits

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24 CE credits

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45 CE credits

Question 2

Which of the following activities qualifies as a Category A CE credit for ASCP certification maintenance?

Accepted Answer

Completing an ASCP self-assessment module with post-test

Answer

Reading a peer-reviewed article without documentation

Answer

Attending a non-accredited lab social event

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Reviewing internal lab SOPs

Question 3

What is the consequence of failing to complete the required CE credits before the ASCP certification expiration date?

Accepted Answer

Certification lapses and reinstatement requires reapplication

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Automatic 6-month extension granted

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A $50 fine is assessed with no other penalty

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Certification converts to inactive status permanently

Question 4

A histotechnician wishes to use laboratory management experience toward CE credit. Which ASCP category would this fall under?

Accepted Answer

Category B — Professional Development

Answer

Category A — Formal Education

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Category C — Presentations and Publications

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Category D — Service Activities

Question 5

Under ASCP's Certification Maintenance Program (CMP), what is the maximum number of CE credits that can be earned from a single employer-provided in-service training event?

Accepted Answer

Up to 3 credits per event

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No limit per event

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Up to 5 credits per event

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Up to 10 credits per event

Question 6

Which of the following is NOT an acceptable method for documenting CE activities for ASCP certification renewal?

Accepted Answer

A personal log with no supporting documentation

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Certificate of completion from an accredited provider

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Transcript from an accredited college course

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Conference attendance record with CE hours listed

Question 7

An HT(ASCP) whose certification expired 2 years ago wishes to reinstate it. What is the most likely requirement?

Accepted Answer

Retake and pass the HT certification examination

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Pay a reinstatement fee only

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Submit 60 CE credits retroactively

Answer

Complete a 6-month supervised practicum