If you are preparing to take an ASCP certification exam, you may want to reach out to Varsity Tutors to get started with Oklahoma City ASCP certification training. The ASCP or the American Society for Clinical Pathology certification exam, is designed to affirm your knowledge and skills to perform essential tasks in a medical laboratory. The exams are computer adaptive and generally take about 2.5 hours to finish. In addition to passing a certification exam, you typically have to have a combination of education and work experience. There are more than 20 exams you can take, all of which cover an extensive amount of content. If you could benefit from some guidance as you study this content, you may want to sign up for an Oklahoma City ASCP certification course.
Of the 23 possible certification exams, there are 4 in particular that are the most common. These include the PBT, HT, MLT, and MLS. The PBT exam covers concepts like the structure and function of the circulatory system, specimen suitability, and quality control, among others. The HT exam has topics about tissues, instrumentation, and procedures. MLT contains questions on urinalysis, hemostasis and coagulation, and genetics. The MLS exam is very similar to the MLT in content, but the MLT exam requires a lower level of education and training to take.
Preparing for an ASCP certification exam can be a daunting task. You will likely have a vast amount of content to review as a part of this process. Taking an Oklahoma City ASCP certification class can be helpful because an expert instructor can go over the relevant topics with you. They can hold discussions and lectures with you about all of the content that may show up on the exam. If you and your classmates are struggling with anything in particular, your instructor can zero in on that topic to facilitate understanding. You can also engage in class discussions and activities with your classmates, which can give you insight into how others study and articulate the concepts. If you are having trouble understanding a specific concept, you can meet your instructor after class for further clarification.
While you may have worked on developing test-taking skills at Oklahoma City University or the University of Central Oklahoma, it may be useful to review strategies in relation to your specific certification exam. Questions on standardized exams tend to be quite complex. It can be useful to go over strategies for pulling out relevant details from questions and passages. There may be questions on your exam that you're unsure about. If this happens, rather than just making a random guess, your instructor can go over ways of eliminating clearly wrong answers by looking for contextual clues in passages and questions. It can also be helpful to take practice tests so you can get the timing of your exam down. You will only have a limited amount of time to complete the exam, so it can be beneficial to map out how much time you can spend on each question.
A major roadblock to studying for an ASCP certification exam is finding the time to do so. You may have family or work responsibilities that fill up much of your schedule, but this shouldn't stop you from studying for your exam because you can attend an ASCP certification test completely online. You don't have to travel to attend class because you can just participate from your house. If you could use some assistance as you prepare for your ASCP certification exam, you should consider contacting Varsity Tutors to begin Oklahoma City ASCP certification training.
ASCP Certifications
- Phlebotomy Technician (PBT)
- Donor Phlebotomy Technician (DPT)
- Histotechnician (HT)
- Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA)
- Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT)
- Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS)
- Cytotechnologist (CT)
- Histotechnologist (HTL)
- Technologist in Blood Banking (BB)
- Technologist in Chemistry (C)
- Technologist in Cytogenetics (CG)
- Technologist in Hematology (H)
- Technologist in Microbiology (M)
- Technologist in Molecular Biology (MB)
- Specialist in Blood Banking (SBB)
- Specialist in Chemistry (SC)
- Specialist in Cytotechnology (SCT)
- Specialist in Cytometry (SCYM)
- Specialist in Hematology (SH)
- Specialist in Microbiology (SM)
- Specialist in Molecular Biology (SMB)
- Pathologists' Assistant (PA)
- Diplomate in Laboratory Management (DLM)
Dana: Oklahoma City ASCP Board of Certification - American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification instructor
...Dana and I am a NYS licensed medical microbiologist and an ASCP certified technologist in microbiology. As a medical microbiologist, I work in the clinical laboratory to diagnose patients with infectious diseases. I have my bachelors in forensic science with a minor in chemistry. I also have my masters in microbiology and infectious diseases, where I completed an experimental research thesis. I was an adjunct professor while completing my masters, teaching undergraduate microbiology lab. I...
Education & Certification
- Long Island University-C W Post Campus - Bachelor of Science, Forensic Science
- Long Island University-C W Post Campus - Master of Science, Medical Microbiology and Bacteriology
Subject Expertise
- ASCP Board of Certification - American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification
- Plant Biology
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- Chemistry
- +7 subjects
Anthonia: Oklahoma City ASCP Board of Certification - American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification instructor
I am a Passionate Clinical Laboratory Supervisor, and I will be happy to fuel your ongoing professional development in becoming ASCP Board certified.
Education & Certification
- University of Aberdeen - Master's/Graduate, Immunology
Subject Expertise
- ASCP Board of Certification - American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification
- Professional Certifications
Lana: Oklahoma City ASCP Board of Certification - American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification instructor
I am a clinical laboratory scientist working in a microbiology laboratory, and I am passionate about education in the sciences because I see what it does every day. I work closely with my colleagues to education and train others in what we do. I work with Scouts to help broaden horizons, so that our future scientist and leaders are prepared. Plus, I am a mother of four kids in school!
Education & Certification
- University of Wyoming - Bachelor of Science, Microbiology
- University of Wyoming - Bachelor of Science, Molecular Biology
- American Public University System - Masters in Business Administration, Health Services Administration
Subject Expertise
- ASCP Board of Certification - American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification
- CPIM - Certified in Production and Inventory Management
- CLS - Clinical Laboratory Science
- College Economics
- +45 subjects
Darby MLS(ASCP): Oklahoma City ASCP Board of Certification - American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification instructor
...began tutoring a local middle school student in my area and started to receive more inquiries, leading me to Varsity Tutors. I prefer to tutor one on one; Doing so allows me to focus on one student, making sure they understand the material being taught. Not everyone learns the same way, which is why some students search for tutors or classmates to explain things differently than presented by their teacher. I can offer a different...
Education & Certification
- Grand Valley State University - Bachelor of Science, Clinical Laboratory Science
Subject Expertise
- ASCP Board of Certification - American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification
- Math
- Organic Chemistry
- History
- +68 subjects
Lisa Scherrer: Oklahoma City ASCP Board of Certification - American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification instructor
...is Lisa and I have been a nurse for 16 years. I have earned my master's degree in nursing and work as an adjunct faculty member at two local universities because I enjoy precepting new nurses and teaching students. I love to watch the light bulbs turn on and see students make connections between what they learn in class and their practice in real healthcare settings! I believe that a strong foundational knowledge of pathophysiology,...
Education & Certification
- University of Wisconsin-Madison - Bachelor of Science, Clinical Laboratory Science
- Western Governors University - Master of Science, Nursing (RN)
Subject Expertise
- ASCP Board of Certification - American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification
- CBIC - Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology, Inc
- NCLEX
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
- +67 subjects
Melissa: Oklahoma City ASCP Board of Certification - American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification instructor
I aim to use my passion as an educator and extensive knowledge to help others achieve their academic and professional goals. As a medical laboratory scientist with eighteen years of experience, having passed the MLT and MLT board through ASCP, I aim to use my knowledge and skills as an educator to help students and professionals become proficient in the knowledge and skills to excel academically and professionally.
Education & Certification
- Lorain County Community College - Associate in Science, Clinical Laboratory Science
- Youngstown State University - Bachelor of Science, Learning Sciences
- University of Cincinnati-Main Campus - Master of Science, Clinical Laboratory Science
Subject Expertise
- ASCP Board of Certification - American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification
- CLS - Clinical Laboratory Science
- Professional Certifications
John: Oklahoma City ASCP Board of Certification - American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification instructor
...believe in utilizing strategies of learning from my backgrounds in Communication Studies, Women's Studies Gender Studies, and Social Work. I believe in the potential for any student to achieve an A in every course and in every assignment. More so than a grade, my goal is to help students fall in love with the process of learning. Feedback from successful students has allowed me to recognize how effective the approaches toward tutoring mine have been...
Education & Certification
- Loyola University-Chicago - Bachelor in Arts, Communication, General
- Loyola University-Chicago - Master of Social Work, Social Work
Subject Expertise
- ASCP Board of Certification - American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification
- CGEIT - Certified in the Governance of Enterprise IT
- CPFA
- CMA - Certified Management Accountant
- +455 subjects
Lillian: Oklahoma City ASCP Board of Certification - American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification instructor
...leadership. I have developed and taught in phlebotomy programs, clinical laboratory science programs, and graduate programs at both hospital-based and university based institutions; authored and developed course materials used in online continuing education programs for colleges and universities, as well as online continuing education companies. My current focus is on developing educational materials for medical laboratory science as well as health professions education, and facilitating the learning of medical laboratory students through tutoring.
Education & Certification
- Aurora University - Bachelor of Science, Medical Staff Services Technology
- Governors State University - Master of Science, Health Occupations Teacher Education
- University of Phoenix-Knoxville - Doctor of Science, Urban Education and Leadership
Subject Expertise
- ASCP Board of Certification - American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification
- Professional Certifications
LaKisha: Oklahoma City ASCP Board of Certification - American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification instructor
...a 25-year experienced allied health professional. Since graduation, I have worked in various healthcare settings, including pediatrics, geriatrics, inpatient, and outpatient. One of the most rewarding positions that I held was Medical Assistant Program Director at a local technical college. I hold title of certifications in Medical Assistant, Phlebotomy, Allied Health Instruction, Phlebotomy Instruction, CPR Healthcare Provider and Instruction. I am very passionate about my craft and skillset. Congratulations on taking this step. I may...
Subject Expertise
- ASCP Board of Certification - American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification
- Certified Medical Assistant Exam
- Professional Certifications
Mona : Oklahoma City ASCP Board of Certification - American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification instructor
...and would like to continue extending my expertise to students at all educational levels. I firmly believe that educators play a pivotal role in the lives and careers of their students. The continuous support, teachings, and mentorship I received from my own teachers have been instrumental in my success. I am eager to pay it forward and aspire to emulate the impactful mentorship I received by guiding and inspiring my own students. I am excited...
Education & Certification
- Weill Cornell Medicine - Professional (JD, MD, DMD, etc), Medicine/pathology residency
Subject Expertise
- ASCP Board of Certification - American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification
- ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center
- Certified Medical Assistant Exam
- USMLE Step 1
- +52 subjects
Jessica: Oklahoma City ASCP Board of Certification - American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification instructor
...own experience and knowledge to the profession. I have experience in teaching all disciplines of the MLT/MLS profession but my favorite are Immunology and Hematology. My experience also includes managing an MLT program and preparing students to take the MLT ASCP certification exam. I have my master's in medical laboratory science and am certified through ASCP as a Medical Laboratory Scientist so I am also qualified to tutor for the MLS ASCP certification exam. I...
Education & Certification
- Bowling Green State University-Firelands - Bachelor of Science, Clinical Laboratory Science
- University of Southern Mississippi - Master of Science, Clinical Laboratory Science
Subject Expertise
- ASCP Board of Certification - American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification
- CLS - Clinical Laboratory Science
- Professional Certifications
- Anatomy & Physiology
Laura: Oklahoma City ASCP Board of Certification - American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification instructor
...a BA in Biology from Wittenberg University and an MS in Zoology from NC State University. I have been working in veterinary histology for over 15 years on all kinds of animal species using manual and automated techniques for clinical diagnosis and research. I became HT certified in 2009. My favorite aspects of histology are special stains and microtomy. I can help you with ASCP HT/HTL board prep, tissue micro anatomy and general biology. Let's...
Education & Certification
- Wittenberg University - Bachelor of Engineering, Biology, General
- North Carolina State University at Raleigh - Master of Science, Zoology
Subject Expertise
- ASCP Board of Certification - American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification
- ACT
- Science
- Professional Certifications
- +5 subjects
Ellenia: Oklahoma City ASCP Board of Certification - American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification instructor
...the process and getting it put together correctly. I am very organized and require my students to take responsibility for their organization, expect them to be prepared, and teach them structure in their lessons. I realize that each student learns at a different pace and with different styles. All I ask from my students is to come with paper and pencil AND most importantly, a good attitude. We don't have to enjoy the subject we...
Education & Certification
- University of Southern Indiana - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Subject Expertise
- ASCP Board of Certification - American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification
- Algebra 2
- Math 3
- ACT Science
- +14 subjects
Jay: Oklahoma City ASCP Board of Certification - American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification instructor
Work hard in silence, let success make the noise. A comfort zone is a beautiful place, but nothing ever grows there. Luck favors the prepared. As an educator the most dangerous phrase you can ever say is, "We have always done it that way."
Education & Certification
- Webster University - Bachelor of Science, Clinical Laboratory Science
- University of Wisconsin-Stout - Master of Science, Instructional Technology
- University of Wisconsin-Stout - Masters in Education, Education
Subject Expertise
- ASCP Board of Certification - American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification
- Science
- College Chemistry
- Microbiology
- +10 subjects
Helene: Oklahoma City ASCP Board of Certification - American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification instructor
I have been a working microbiologist for over 45 years. I have always taught and it is my passion to help others learn. I have been teaching as an adjunct for 11 years and always have had a mix of students, adult learners, high school graduates and professional bound students. They are all different and a challenge which I love.
Education & Certification
- Bowling Green State University-Main Campus - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
- Bowling Green State University-Main Campus - Master of Arts, Microbiology and Immunology
- Kennedy Western University - Doctor of Philosophy, Epidemiology
Subject Expertise
- ASCP Board of Certification - American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification
- CIC- Certified Insurance Counselor Exam
- CBIC - Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology, Inc
- Professional Certifications
- +27 subjects