Overview
Become Board-Eligible
Board-eligible status begins upon completion of your training program and ends Dec. 31 of the sixth year after you complete training. View eligibility requirements for AOA board certification.
Select Your Specialty
The American Osteopathic Board of Pathology administers primary and subspecialty board certification in the following areas.
Primary Certification:
Anatomic Pathology
Laboratory Medicine
Subspecialty Certification:
Forensic Pathology
Conjoint Certification:
Dermatopathology
Get Certified
Complete all application and examination requirements for certification through the specialty certifying board. Your primary certification in Anatomic Pathology and/or Laboratory Medicine will remain active for 10 years following date of issue provided you successfully complete Osteopathic Continuous Certification requirements.
Maintain Your Certification
Complete the five components of Osteopathic Continuous Certification (OCC) to promote patient care, practice enhancement and lifelong learning throughout your career.