Certification: Certification in Pathology: Neuropathology (NP)
4830 W. Kennedy Blvd, Suite 690, Tampa, Florida 33609-2571
The examination in neuropathology is a one-day, computer-based examination consisting of written and practical sections. The practical section is composed of a microscopic portion (traditional and virtual) and an image section.
A candidate must pass both the written and the practical portions of the examination in order to pass the examination.
Subject areas covered include, but are not limited to:
ul>
<li>Diagnostic neuropathology and patient care consultation</li>
<li>Theoretical, investigative, and administrative aspects of neuropathology</li>
<li>Specimens from the central or peripheral nervous systems, muscles, and organs of special senses</li>
<li>Relevant areas of general pathology</li>
</ul>
A candidate must pass both the written and the practical portions of the examination in order to pass the examination.
Subject areas covered include, but are not limited to:
ul>
<li>Diagnostic neuropathology and patient care consultation</li>
<li>Theoretical, investigative, and administrative aspects of neuropathology</li>
<li>Specimens from the central or peripheral nervous systems, muscles, and organs of special senses</li>
<li>Relevant areas of general pathology</li>
</ul>
- 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 10 Year(s)
- Renew through Continuing Educational Units(CEU)?
- Yes
- Renew through Re-Examination?
- Yes
- Renew through Continuing Professional Development(CPD)?
- Yes
- Does applicant have choice of at least two options from above for renewal (CEU, CPD, or exam)?
- No
Specialty
The certification corresponds to a specialty within a recognized occupation. For example, Oncology Nurse and Pediatric Nurse are specialties within the nursing field, so Certified Oncology Nurse and Certified Pediatric Nurse would be classified as specialty certifications.