Certification Name : Specialist Microbiologist
Certification ID & Type: 8937 – B – Advanced
Certification Description
The NRCM certifies professional microbiologists in food safety and quality, pharmaceutical and medical device, and biological safety microbiology at the baccalaureate, master’s, and doctoral levels. Founded in 1958, the NRCM has certified microbiologists in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico and on six continents. The goals of the NRCM are to: 1)Minimize risk to the public by identifying qualified microbiologists. 2)Encourage mastery of microbiological knowledge and skills that contribute to improving the human condition. 3)Foster professional pride and a sense of accomplishment in qualified microbiologists
Certifying Organization
National Registry of Certified Microbiologists(NRCM)(1471)
1752 N Street, N.W. Washington, DC 20036
Contact information : 202-942-9257 Email : certification@asmusa.org
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Certification Details
More than two years of education or training after high school required? Yes
More than two years of work experience required? Yes
Oral or Written Exam Required? Yes
Renewal Required? Every 3 Years
Renew through Continuing Educational Units(CEU)? Yes
Renew through Re-Examination? Yes
Renew through Continuing Professional Development(CPD)? No
Does applicant have choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)? Yes