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ASCP’s interlaboratory and individual competency assessment programs measure interpretative and diagnostic skills of pathologists, fellows, residents, and technologists.
All ASCP assessment programs include reports that compare laboratory and individual performance, and can also be used to measure performance against national peer-based data.
Now Available
FNB Site-Specific Assessment
A comprehensive FNB assessment program that includes 24 glass slide cases sampled from specific body sites (thyroid, breast, lymph node, and salivary gland). Diagnostic spectrum covers typical benign processes through malignant. Receive year-end statistical summary for lab and all individuals and detailed educational feedback. Images also available online.
Review Products for GYN, Non-GYN, and FNB Assessments
ASCP now offers great supplements to the Assessment products listed above. Each Review product provides 24 glass slides that offer up to 12 Category 1 CME/CE credit hours with year-end statistical summaries for your lab and all individuals. For more information, check out the GYN Assessment or Non-GYN Assessment pages.
Assessment Programs
GYN AssessmentTM
Fulfills your lab’s CAP LAP accreditation requirements. Start whenever you choose and receive 3 shipments of 5 glass-slide cases throughout the year. Answers are returned within an hour! Includes a year-end statistical summary for your lab and all individuals and educational feedback from ASCP Committee members.
Non-GYN Assessment
Assess your team’s interpretive skills in non-gynecologic cytology and provide high-quality continuing education. Receive 4 shipments of 5 glass slide cases throughout the year with statistical reports that include lab and participant performance and peer comparisons.
Non-GYN Digital Image
Binder includes 4 sections of cases with quarterly due dates. Case discussions with high-resolution digital images on CD-ROM or available at the ASCP Web site.
CheckPath
CheckPath is a self- or laboratory-administered competency assessment program that enables participants to evaluate, document, and improve their diagnostic skills. CheckPath cases assess strengths and identify areas for further development.
American Proficiency Institute (API)
API offers proficiency testing for the clinical laboratory. Its focus on service, innovation, and technical excellence have made it a leader in this area. ASCP’s alliance with API gives laboratories the best of both worlds: API’s proficiency service and ASCP’s scientific and educational resources.
Pathology Resident In-Service Examination (RISE)
The ASCP Resident In-Service Examination is an annual evaluation tool used to assess a resident’s progress in medical knowledge and for training programs to assess curriculum. This comprehensive examination covers all areas of anatomic and clinical pathology, as well as new techniques, laboratory administration, and immunopathology. |
