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Clinical Chemistry Technologist, C(ASCP)

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ASCP ASCP Certifications License: Complete Roadmap

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Phase 1You are here

Master clinical chemistry calculations, electrolyte panels, and organ function markers.

80
hours
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Phase 2

Focus on endocrinology, TDM, toxicology, and instrumentation principles.

60
hours
3

Phase 3

Timed mixed practice with quality management and complex case interpretation.

40
hours
Estimated total study time
180 hours
That's about 18 weeks at 10 hours/week

Can You Take the ASCP C Exam?

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Age
Education
Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, or related science with clinical chemistry coursework.
Experience
Route-dependent documented clinical chemistry laboratory experience may be required.
Additional Requirements
  • Submit application through ASCP BOC portal
  • Schedule and test during eligibility period at Pearson VUE
  • Participate in CMP to maintain active credential

ASCP C Quick Facts

Time to Get Licensed

10-14 weeks for most candidates

From start to license in hand

Exam Provider

Pearson VUE

Remote Testing Available
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Retake Policy

ASCP BOC permits up to five attempts under one eligibility route; after five unsuccessful attempts, candidates must qualify under an alternate route.

Total Cost Breakdown

Exam Fee$240 non-refundable application fee
Total Estimated Cost$240 initial application (excludes optional prep materials)
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Clinical chemistry, electrolytes, enzymes, TDM, toxicology, and instrumentation.

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13 chapters covering the exam topics in this guide

ASCP C Exam Details

Clinical Chemistry Technologist, C(ASCP)

Administered by ASCP

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Scaled score 400 (100-999 scale)
Passing Score
100
Questions
2
Hours
$240
Exam Fee
Study time: 140-200 hours
Prerequisites: Meet one C eligibility route, typically a bachelor's degree in a relevant science plus clinical chemistry experience or completion of an accredited program.
Valid for: 3-year credential cycle (CMP participation required)

Exam Content Breakdown

Based on the official ASCP content outline

Clinical Chemistry & Electrolytes25-30%

Electrolyte panels, acid-base, renal/liver markers, cardiac biomarkers, and calculations.

Enzymes, Proteins & Lipids20-25%

Enzyme kinetics, isoenzymes, protein electrophoresis, and lipid metabolism.

Endocrinology & Special Chemistry15-20%

Thyroid, adrenal, pituitary hormones, tumor markers, and vitamins/trace elements.

TDM, Toxicology & Point-of-Care15-20%

Therapeutic drug monitoring, drugs of abuse, POCT management, and emergency toxicology.

Instrumentation & Quality Management10-15%

Spectrophotometry, ISE, mass spectrometry, method validation, and QC rules.

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