FOUNDED IN 1983, A.S.P.T. is the second oldest certifying agency of Phlebotomy. Although testing and certification is one of the organization's most valuable functions. A.S.P.T. does more than just certify trained Phlebotomists. The society provides materials for continuing education home study, membership newsletters, develops cross-training programs, and approves training programs and their instructors for various programs.

The organization tries to give health care professionals more of a sense of professionalism, to help them feel more confident and more professional, and that feeling reflects back on the lab. The society stresses that professionalism begins with the certification process. In many states, health care professionals do not have to be certified, although lab managers prefer to hire certified personnel. Members who apply to take the certification exam, offered in both English and Spanish, receive a free official study outline to help them prepare for the examination. To ensure that certification participants receive the latest information and training techniques, the exam and study outline are edited and updated each year by various instructors throughout the country.
Dennis
Dennis
Health care professionals are an important part of the laboratory team, often the only part of the lab staff that a patient sees... the public relations people. The American Society of Phlebotomy Technicians, Inc. (A.S.P.T.) strives to provide an atmosphere of professionalism and confidence, as well as sense of belonging and fellowship for these vital members of the laboratory staff. The role of the health care professional is changing dramatically. A.S.P.T. is continually developing new programs to meet these needs by offering our members the opportunity to cross-train in all areas in which they are now involved.
Shirley
Shirley
Continuing Education is of the utmost importance to the health care professional and the supervisor. A.S.P.T. feels that no organization should offer certifications without offering education, and it is for this reason that we also offer to develop continuing education in conjunction with institutions. The major difference is that we ask for the institution's support in program development.
Representatives can provide assistance in arranging examinations in your area. You will need to provide a date, time, a place to hold the examination, and qualified monitors. Three months notice is needed, in order for A.S.P.T. to provide flyers and do a general mailing. Each participant will be expected to pay the application/membership and exam fee (see application) at least four weeks in advance.

P.O. Box 1831
Hickory, NC 28603
Phone: (828) 294-0078 (message line)
Fax: (828) 327-2969