The American College of Microbiology, a component of the ASM's Professional Practice Committee, is responsible for certification of microbiologists and immunologists, accreditation of postdoctoral training programs, and other programs consistent with its mission of providing leadership in promoting the high quality and ethical practice of the microbiology and immunology professions for the benefits of human, animal, and environmental well being.
The American Board of Medical Microbiology (ABMM) certifies the expertise of doctoral-level microbiologists seeking to direct public health or clinical microbiology laboratories.
The American Board of Medical Laboratory Immunology (ABMLI) certifies the expertise of doctoral-level immunologists seeking to direct laboratories engaged in the practice of medical laboratory immunology.
The National Registry of Certified Microbiologists (NRCM) certifies professional microbiologists at the prebaccalaureate/baccalaureate, master's, and doctoral levels in biological safety; food safety and quality; and pharmaceutical and medical device.
