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REQUIREMENTS FOR CERTIFICATION IN CLINICAL BIOCHEMISTRY

MEMBERSHIP

Full and Student Members of the Canadian Society of Clinical Chemists (CSCC) are eligible to apply to sit the Certification examination of the Canadian Academy of Clinical Biochemistry (CACB). Student members must have attained Full member status in order to be awarded certification.

EXAMINATION

Candidates judged eligible to sit the certification examinations will be required to pass comprehensive written and oral examinations.

EDUCATIONAL AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

  • Candidates shall have educational qualifications in chemistry of the biological sciences equivalent to the requirements for the PhD or DSc degree, or shall have earned a PhD, DSc, MD or equivalent degree from a university belonging to the Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada, from a Canadian school of medicine, or from any other institution which in the opinion of the CACB has an acceptable educational standard.
  • Candidates shall also be a graduate from a CACB-accredited Postdoctoral Program in Clinical Chemistry / Biochemistry with two years training and a minimum of six months job experience in a clinical laboratory maintaining a standard in Clinical Biochemistry acceptable to the CACB.
  • Candidates who possess a Specialist Certificate in Clinical Biochemistry issued by the Ordre des Chimistes du Quebec (OCQ) since 2000 are exempt from the Certification written and oral examinations.

CERTIFICATION EXAMINATIONS

Written examinations

Candidates from a CACB-accredited Postdoctoral Program in Clinical Chemistry / Biochemistry may be deemed eligible to sit the written portion of the examination after completion of their training programs. Candidates who are unsuccessful in the written part of the examination may write again within two years without formal reapplication.

In the case that the postdoctoral program is three years in length, the candidate may be eligible to sit the certification examination after two years, provided they have completed the core chemistry course work as deemed by the Credentials Committee.

Oral examinations

Candidates who fail the written examination will not be allowed to sit the oral examination.

The oral examination must be taken within two years of the written examination. Candidates who are unsuccessful in the oral examination may repeat the examination within two years without formal reapplication. The oral examination is administered once per year. If the candidate fails the oral exam, re-examination one year later is permitted without formal reapplication.

Withdrawal

Candidates may withdraw from an exam for personal or family emergencies such as serious medical illness or death of a family member. The consequence for an unjustified withdrawal is a failure in the missed exam.

REAPPLICATION

Candidates who are unsuccessful after two attempts at either the written or oral examination must reapply as a new candidate under the rules and guidelines for certification in effect at the time of reapplication. The candidate must include a written request to the Credentials Committee with a detailed description of how the applicant has received additional documented training and resources used to obtain such training. The acceptance of the reapplication for certification rests solely with the Board of Directors of CACB. After review of the complete reapplication file, the Boards’ decision is final.

Instructions for Submission of Applications for Certification in Clinical Biochemistry

GENERAL INFORMATION

  • Complete the application form. If necessary, submit additional sheets. Please print or type all information.
  • Email the signed application, CV, and copies of all diplomas, certificates, and degrees and/or other supporting educational documents cited in this application to CSCC Head Office.
  • The application must be signed by the applicant.
  • The application fee is CDN$ 678.00. This amount is subject to change and covers the Application Fee ($100.00 + HST) and the Examination Fee ($500.00 + HST). The Application Fee is non-refundable, but the Examination Fee may be returned if the CACB determines that the applicant is not eligible to sit the examination.
  • Please contact Head Office when you are ready to make the fee payment, and you will be issued with a click-and-pay invoice to enable you to pay the fee by credit card.
  • Deadline for receipt of applications and supporting documentation to sit the CACB written examination is June 15.
  • Email the application and accompanying items to CACB Head Office: info@cscc.ca

ACCOMPANYING DOCUMENTS

  1. A photograph of the applicant, taken within the past year, must accompany the application.
  2. The applicant must arrange to have 2 letters of reference, including one letter written by the program co-ordinator, sent directly to the CSCC Head Office by June 15. The content of the reference letters is required to contain:
    • Readiness of the candidate to succeed in the exams
    • Overall success during training program
    • Ability to function as a Clinical Biochemist
    • Aptitude to work under challenging and stressful situations
    • Description of communication skills
    • Problem-solving skills
    • Ability for methodology development
    • Other skills of interest in the field of Clinical Biochemistry.

NOTE: If the candidate is reapplying for Certification after two failed written exams, it is not necessary to include the Program Director as one of the two required reference letters.

Please note that all categories must be identified. If the referee is unable to comment on a particular item, it should be noted as “I cannot comment on this topic”.

SPECIFIC ITEMS (refer to Application Form)

  • 1.1 to 1.4 – For all undergraduate, graduate and postgraduate programs, include institution location, inclusive dates, major and minor subjects, subjects of thesis research (if applicable), and names of academic faculty directing your research. Submit copies of degrees and diplomas received.
  • 1.3 – Include details of any scientific courses taken which were not part of the medical curriculum.
  • 3. – Under academic appointments, list any full or part-time positions held. Include a description of all teaching, research, or administrative responsibilities.
  • 6. – Submit a complete list of your publications in peer reviewed journals. Include names of all co-authors, complete title of paper, name of journal, volume, inclusive pages, and year of publication.
  • 7. – For candidates who are reapplying for Certification after 2 failed exams, a detailed description and documentation of additional training the applicant has received as well as resources used to obtain such training is required.

Certification Application Form

Full and Student Members of the Canadian Society of Clinical Chemists (CSCC) are eligible to apply to sit the Certification examination of the Canadian Academy of Clinical Biochemistry (CACB). Student members must have attained Full member status in order to be awarded certification.

Application For Fellowship In The Canadian Academy Of Clinical Biochemistry

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UNIVERSITY EDUCATION

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1.1 Undergraduate Education(Required)
Institution and Location
Inclusive Dates
Name of Course and Program
Degree Received and Date
 
1.2 Graduate Education(Required)
Institution and Location
Inclusive Dates
Name of Course and Program
Degree Received and Date
 
1.3 Medical Education
Institution and Location
Inclusive Dates
Nature of any electives relevant to clinical chemistry / biochemistry
 
1.4 Postgraduate Education and/or Training(Required)
Institution and Location
Inclusive Dates
Nature of any electives relevant to clinical chemistry / biochemistry
 
2. Professional Experience Relevant To Clinical Chemistry(Required)
Inclusive Dates
Position/Title/Institution Name/Location
Nature of Duties and Responsibilities
Name of Supervisor
 
3. Academic Appointments
Inclusive Dates
Position/Title
Institution and Address
 
4. Membership In Professional Or Learned Scientific Societies(Required)
Organization
Membership Category Or Status
 
5. Referees (Please arrange to have reference letters emailed directly to the CACB Head Office)(Required)
Name
Email address
 
6. List Of Scientific Publications In Peer Reviewed Journals
Include any other relevant information such as specialized training, career objectives, membership on committees, advisory boards etc. For candidates who are reapplying for Certification after two failed written exams, a detailed description and documentation of additional training the applicant has received as well as resources used to obtain such training is required.

I understand that Certification is subject to review, and that the Certificate remains the property of the Academy and may be withdrawn for nonpayment of fees, breach of ethics, change of field of work, or any other circumstances which, in the opinion of the Academy, might impair the professional standards of the speciality of the clinical chemistry.

If Certified, I agree to remit, annually, the CACB membership fee which is part of the annual membership statement received from the CSCC, and to comply with the maintenance of competency program.

I understand that the Application Fee is non-refundable and that the Examination Fee will be returned only to candidates whom the Committee determines to be ineligible for examination.

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