What You May Have Missed

NAACLS to Present Half-Day Workshop in Concurrence with CLEC 2026

Have you registered for NAACLS hybrid workshop, Standard II Unlocked: From Assessment to Real Improvement, on February 5, 2026, from 7:00-11:00am PST, in Bellevue, WA?

Presented by NAACLS Review Committee members, Janice M. Conway, PhD, MLS(ASCP)^CMSM^CM, FACSc, and Keri Brophy-Martinez, MHA/ED, MLS(ASCP), participants will engage in interactive discussions with their peers and subject matter experts. Workshop attendees will have the opportunity to review case study examples, such as sample collection methods and plans, and gain practical tools to support compliance, streamline documentation, and effectively close the loop in program improvement. Whether starting fresh or optimizing what’s already in place, participants will leave equipped with strategies to elevate program quality and effectiveness.

Please note: although concurrent with CLEC, the NAACLS workshop requires its own registration and payment. Please click here for more information and to register. Participation in this workshop will count towards the “knowledge of NAACLS Accreditation” requirements for NAACLS program director approval. Additionally, attendance will award you three contact credit hours (ASCP and ASCLS/PACE). Participation in this workshop will count towards the “knowledge of NAACLS Accreditation” requirements for NAACLS program director approval.  

CEO’s Corner: Findings from the 2024 Annual Survey

NAACLS CEO Marisa James and IT Manager Elizabeth Swartz thoroughly review and analyze the data provided on the 2024 Annual Survey.

NAACLS is Seeking Candidates for its Programs Review Committees

The deadline for review committee nominations is around the corner – February 1, 2026. Self-nominations and nominations of others are welcome. Previous nominees are encouraged to apply again as many members join after multiple nominations. Help shape the future of clinical laboratory education.

Get Involved in the 2026 Special Feature Series

We are planning another series in 2026 with a different topic – Program Management. If you have advice outside of the standards that you would like to offer to your peers (new pds or veteran pds) we are looking for content pitches. We have a short survey available where you can give a short bit of advice, as well an opportunity to develop content for the NAACLS News.

Reflecting on 2025: A New Look

NAACLS CEO Marisa James looks back at 2025, highlighting the accomplishments of the organization.

Coming Soon

Dr. NAACLS – Innovative Practices

Join NAACLS Vice President Jun Gu and NAACLS Staff as we highlight innovative practices identified through the Annual Survey. We will review responses to the survey question, “What innovative initiatives have you implemented over the past year?” and identify key themes and noteworthy practices. The session will be on January 21^st, at 11am Central. A video of the session will be made available afterward. Registration is required.

NAACLS Introduces the Medical Laboratory Blood Bank Scientist Pathway

NAACLS Committee Members Janice Conway and Elizabeth Gockel-Blessing discuss a newly developed professional program accreditation pathway that has been approved by the NAACLS Board of Directors: the Medical Laboratory Blood Bank Scientist (MLBBS) accreditation pathway. This article introduces and outlines the emerging MLBBS accreditation option.