Certification for chemists
National Registry of Certified Chemists
A Mark of Professionalism
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Forms
A comprehensive list of application, reference, and renewal forms for all available certifications.
Study Resources
We have compiled training and study resources for exams.
Welcome to the National Registry of Certified Chemists
Our Mission Statement: The National Registry of Certified Chemists is dedicated to providing professional certification to chemists in all fields based on educational merit, professional excellence, and high examination standards.
We provide certifications for Cannabis Chemists, Chemical Hygiene Officers, Clinical Chemists, Clinical Chemistry Technologists, Environmental Analytical Chemists, Industrial Hygiene Chemists, Toxicological Chemists, and Toxicological Technologists.
Click here for a list of general certification standards. Please see specific certification pages for information on individual certifications.
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Certifications
Basic Steps and Requirements: The specific procedure for each certification may vary slightly, but taking the following steps will ensure that you are appropriately registered and prepared for the testing process.
Clinical
Exams for Clinical Chemists and Clincal Chemistry Technologists
Toxicological
Exams for Toxicological Chemists and Toxicological Technologists
Environmental
Exams for Environmental Analytical Chemists
Industrial
Exam for Industrial Hygiene Chemists
Laboratory Safety
Exam for Chemical Hygiene Officers
Cannabis Chemists
Exam for Cannabis Chemists
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(610) 322-0657
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(800) 858-6273
National Registry of Certified Chemists
Russ Phifer, Executive Director
125 Rose Ann Lane
West Grove, PA 19390
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