Washington CLS License Renewal Requirements

Complete guide to Washington clinical laboratory scientist license requirements, renewal process, and CE deadlines.

License Required: Yes, Washington requires licensure for clinical laboratory personnel.

License Requirements

Licensing Board

Washington State Department of Health

License Type

Clinical Laboratory Scientist

Education

Bachelor's degree in medical laboratory science or related field

Experience

NAACLS-accredited program completion

Certification

ASCP certification required

Continuing Education

36 contact hours per 3-year cycle
CE Requirement
Every 3 years
Renewal Cycle
(initial), (renewal)
Fees

Renewal Process

  1. Complete your CE requirements during the renewal period
  2. Gather documentation of completed CE activities
  3. Log into the Washington State Department of Health portal
  4. Submit renewal application with required fees
  5. Processing typically takes 4-6 weeks

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