Skip to main content

Proficiency Testing: FAQ Basics

Tracking # 20-622859

$15.00

4.7 (64 ratings)
CE Broker Reporting Reported automatically
Method Computer-Based Training

What you'll learn

AT THE END OF THIS COURSE YOU WILL BE ABLE TO:

  1. List the agencies involved in CLIA and Proficiency Testing.
  2. Define what Proficiency Testing is and when it should be performed.
  3. List what you need to know about Proficiency Testing enrollment.
  4. Discuss the importance of Proficiency Testing and the need for test result privacy.
  5. Discuss what happens when your lab receives unsuccessful or failing PT results.
  6. Recall the list of Non-Waived analytes that require Proficiency Testing.


Course overview

This course discusses the agencies involved in the CLIA and Proficiency Testing process. You will learn what Proficiency Testing is and when it should be performed. It will briefly discuss what you need to know about Proficiency Testing enrollment, the importance of Proficiency Testing, the need for test result privacy, and what happens when your lab receives unsuccessful or failing PT results. A list of Non-Waived analytes that require Proficiency Testing is also included.

Subject areas

This course counts toward the state boards and subject areas below.

American Board of Clinical Chemistry

Clinical Chemistry Diplomate

2h Category 1

Molecular Diagnostics Diplomate

2h Category 1

Toxicological Chemistry Diplomate

2h Category 1

Florida Board of Clinical Laboratory Personnel

Clinical Laboratory Director

2h Supervision/Administration, Quality Control/Quality Assurance, and Safety

Clinical Laboratory Supervisor

2h Supervision/Administration, Quality Control/Quality Assurance, and Safety

Clinical Laboratory Technician

2h Supervision/Administration, Quality Control/Quality Assurance, and Safety

Clinical Laboratory Technologist

2h Supervision/Administration, Quality Control/Quality Assurance, and Safety

Public Health Director

2h Supervision/Administration, Quality Control/Quality Assurance, and Safety

Public Health Supervisor

2h Supervision/Administration, Quality Control/Quality Assurance, and Safety

Public Health Technician

2h Supervision/Administration, Quality Control/Quality Assurance, and Safety

Public Health Technologist

2h Supervision/Administration, Quality Control/Quality Assurance, and Safety

Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners - Clinical Lab Personnel

Cytotechnologist

2h Continuing Education for Clinical Laboratory Personnel

Generalist

2h Continuing Education for Clinical Laboratory Personnel

Laboratory Assistant

2h Continuing Education for Clinical Laboratory Personnel

Phlebotomist

2h Continuing Education for Clinical Laboratory Personnel

Specialist

2h Continuing Education for Clinical Laboratory Personnel

Technician

2h Continuing Education for Clinical Laboratory Personnel

Tennessee Medical Laboratory Board

Laboratory Personnel

2h Continuing education pertaining to laboratory technology or laboratory management

Disclosure statements

Course Objectives:

AT THE END OF THIS COURSE YOU WILL BE ABLE TO:

  1. List the agencies involved in CLIA and Proficiency Testing.
  2. Define what Proficiency Testing is and when it should be performed.
  3. List what you need to know about Proficiency Testing enrollment.
  4. Discuss the importance of Proficiency Testing and the need for test result privacy.
  5. Discuss what happens when your lab receives unsuccessful or failing PT results.
  6. Recall the list of Non-Waived analytes that require Proficiency Testing.

Take it Here

  • This course reports to CE broker immediately upon completion.
  • Complete all courses at your own pace online.
  • Quality and enjoyable courses.
  • Modern experience, accessible from any device.
  • All courses affordably priced.

HOW TO TAKE THIS COURSE:

Learner Feedback