Free ASCP M Exam Prep
Microbiology Technologist, M(ASCP)
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Follow this path to organize your licensing and exam preparation
Phase 1You are here
Master bacteriology organism identification, Gram stain interpretation, and biochemical testing.
Phase 2
Focus on mycology, parasitology, virology, and susceptibility testing methods.
Phase 3
Timed mixed practice with biosafety, molecular diagnostics, and quality management.
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- •Submit application through ASCP BOC portal
- •Schedule and test during eligibility period at Pearson VUE
- •Participate in CMP to maintain active credential
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Time to Get Licensed
10-14 weeks for most candidates
From start to license in hand
Retake Policy
ASCP BOC permits up to five attempts under one eligibility route; after five unsuccessful attempts, candidates must qualify under an alternate route.
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100 Practice Questions
Bacteriology, mycology, parasitology, virology, and susceptibility testing.
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Adaptive tutoring for organism ID flowcharts and susceptibility interpretation.
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Aligned to current ASCP BOC M content guideline and CLSI standards.
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What You'll Study
20 chapters covering the exam topics in this guide
Introduction & Exam Overview
3 sections
Preanalytic: Collection and Transport
3 sections
Preanalytic: Processing, Media, and Incubation
3 sections
Preanalytic: Stains
3 sections
Bacteriology: Blood and Bone Marrow
3 sections
Bacteriology: CSF and Sterile Body Fluids
3 sections
Bacteriology: Respiratory Tract
3 sections
Bacteriology: Gastrointestinal Tract
3 sections
Bacteriology: Skin, Soft Tissue, and Bone
3 sections
Bacteriology: Genital Tract and Urine
3 sections
Bacteriology: Identification Methods
3 sections
Bacteriology: Antimicrobial Susceptibility and Resistance
3 sections
Bacteriology: Resistance Screening and Select Agents
3 sections
Mycobacteriology and Nocardia
3 sections
Virology
3 sections
Parasitology
3 sections
Mycology
3 sections
Serology
3 sections
Laboratory Operations: Postanalytic Procedures and Quality
3 sections
Laboratory Operations: Safety, Mathematics, and Instrumentation
3 sections
ASCP M Exam Details
Microbiology Technologist, M(ASCP)
Administered by ASCP
Exam Content Breakdown
Based on the official ASCP content outline
Gram-positive/negative organism ID, biochemical testing, colony morphology, and correlations.
Fungal culture/ID, dermatophytes, yeasts, parasitic life cycles, and microscopy.
Viral culture, rapid antigen detection, molecular testing, and emerging pathogens.
Disk diffusion, MIC, automated AST, selective/differential media, and specimen processing.
BSL classifications, PPE, chemical safety, QC, proficiency testing, and compliance.
What's Included
20 Chapters
Complete exam coverage
Practice Quizzes
With detailed explanations
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