Point-of-Care Testing Professional Certification

Become a Certified Point-of-Care Testing Professional

Point-of-care testing (POCT) is among the fastest growing disciplines within laboratory medicine and clinical diagnostics. With certification through the ADLM Board of Certification, you can showcase your proven expertise. As a Certified Point-of-Care Testing Professional (CPP), you will stand out as someone who has gone above and beyond to demonstrate proficiency in POCT.

The June 2025 CPP application cycle is now open! Submit your application by August 28, 2025 to be eligible for the certification exam in August. Advance your point-of-care testing career and join a growing network of certified professionals. Please contact [email protected] for specific questions regarding a submitted application.

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Who are certified POCT professionals?

CPP certification is designed for all personnel who perform diagnostic tests outside the central laboratory, including near-patient testing, point-of-care device selection and validation, quality management, operator training, regulatory compliance, and serving as a liaison with the central laboratory. To be eligible for the CPP credential, you must have either:

• A four-year degree in a biological, chemical, physical, or medical laboratory science or in nursing and at least two years of direct POCT work experience, OR
• A two-year degree in medical laboratory science or medical laboratory technology and four years of direct POCT work experience.

About the exam

The POCT Professional Certification exam is a two-hour exam consisting of 150 multiple choice questions. The exam is only available online and is monitored by an online proctor via webcam. This allows candidates to take the timed exam in the convenience of their own home or via personal laptop at a time scheduled by the candidate. The exam is offered twice annually, in the Spring (late May) and Fall (early November).

Key dates and deadlines

All applications must be completed online and require an ADLM account. ADLM membership is not required.

2025 June Application Cycle

• Application Open: June 2 - August 28
• Application Review: September 1 - September 12
• Applicant Notified: October 10 
• Exam Payment Open: October 13 - October 24
• Test Self-Registration: October 27 - November 7
• Exam Week: November 10 - 14
• Exam Results Announced: January 6

How do I apply?

A completed application consists of:

• An education transcript (degrees earned outside the United States also require a credential evaluation report).
• Resume or curriculum vitae (CV) submitted as a single PDF.
• Personal Statement describing your POCT work experience
• Letter from a supervisor documenting your POCT work experience submitted by the applicant.
• One letter of recommendation from an individual other than your supervisor submitted by reference directly to the application portal.
• Application fee.

View detailed application requirements here.

For complete details on the certification and application process, please review the Point-of-Care Testing Professional Certification Candidate Handbook.