ASCP Resident Subspecialty Grants: Financial Support for Pathology Resident
The American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Board of Certification (BOC) offers grants and scholarships to lab professionals, like ASCP resident subspecialty grants.
These grants help professionals move ahead in their field.
The ASCP BOC is committed to investing in laboratory professionals, including pathologists. to update their skills and encourage them to learn new skills.
Therefore, the ASCP Foundation has offered more than $2 million in scholarships and grants over the past 3 years.
It is a financial support that goes to outstanding residents who want to expand their experiences.
Following are the ASCP scholarships and grants;
- Medical Laboratory Science Program Director Educational Grants
- ASCP Foundation Laboratory Student Scholarships
- Garza & Becan-McBride Endowed Phlebotomy Student Scholarships
- Leadership Institute Scholarship
- ASCP Resident Forensic Rotation Awards
- Dr. Alvin Ring Empowerment Scholarship for Laboratory Professionals
- ASCP Foundation Pathology Interest Group Grants
In this article, we will expose the ASCP resident subspecialty grants with its eligibility requirements and application process.
What are ASCP Resident Subspecialty Grants?
The ASCP resident subspecialty grants are financial support that goes to pathology residents to pursue an external rotation in their area of subspecialty.
It is a big opportunity for pathologists to go beyond their institution to brighten up their knowledge.
The ASCP offered grants for different rotation lengths:
- One Week – $500
- Two Weeks – $1,000
- Four Weeks – $2,000
To apply for ASCP resident subspecialty grants, you must join the ASCP resident membership that is free to join.
Eligibility Criteria for ASCP Resident Subspecialty Grants
The ASCP BOC does not offer any set criteria for this grant, If you are a resident pathologist, you can apply for this but your rotation must take place in 2024.
The last date to apply for ASCP resident subspeciality grants is May 13, 2024.
Application Process
The American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Board of Certification (BOC) presents grants to resident pathologists to encourage them to learn for future advancement.
To apply for the ASCP resident subspecialty grants, you must follow the below instructions;
Visit the ASCP Grants and Scholarship Page
For an ASCP grant application; first of all, you need to go to your ASCP account to check the pathology resident grants program. Find information that the board suggests, including the eligibility requirements, application process, etc.
Check What You Need
Here you need to see what eligibility requirements the ASCP Foundation determined for ASCP resident subspeciality grants.
Clearly check what is necessary to get and what is optional.
Necessary Documents
Before applying, make sure to gather all the documents that may be personal statements, letters of recommendation, transcripts, etc.
Fill out the Application Form
Completing the application form should be done carefully. Enter all the required information and documents accurately.
- Open your ASCP account after login
- Under all the ASCP activities, including the “Board of Certification,” “About BOC,” “Learning,” “Membership,” and “Advocacy and Outreach.”
- Click on “Advocacy and Outreach”
- Go to the “ASCP Foundation” option and open “Providing Scholarship, Grants, and Fellowships.”
- Here is the ASCP scholarship and grants page open.
- Choose the ASCP Resident Subspecialty Grants
Benefits the ASCP Residents Subspeciality Grants
The resident subspeciality grants assist pathologists to updating their skills and experience with new technologies.
The ASCP Board of Certification assists pathologists financially to move ahead.
Following are some testimonials that illustrate the benefits of ASCP grants.
“Each year, ASCP recognizes individuals who have made outstanding contributions to pathology and laboratory medicine. Through a variety of awards, we celebrate leaders across the profession for their imagination, their tenacity, and their vision.”
According to Melissa P. Upton, MD, MASCP
“From awards and recognition programs to opportunities to influence pathology and laboratory medicine around the world, ASCP provides a variety of outlets for pathologists and laboratory professionals to advance their profession and their own careers.”
According to Kimberly Sanford, MD, M, ASCP, MT (ASCP)
“ASCP is expanding our impact and ability to improve patient care globally by supporting education and training that builds a foundation for the practice of quality laboratory medicine. In addition, ASCP offers its members the opportunity to participate in an array of volunteer and philanthropic endeavors that are satisfying on both a professional and personal level.”
According to David N.B. Lewin, MD, FASCP
Additional Resources and Support from ASCP
Following are other ASCP scholarship and grant programs that the board presents:
- Medical Laboratory Science Program Director Educational Grants
- Dr. Alvin Ring Empowerment Scholarship for Laboratory Professionals
- Garza & Becan-McBride Endowed Phlebotomy Student Scholarships
- ASCP Foundation Laboratory Student Scholarships
- ASCP Resident Forensic Rotation Awards
- Leadership Institute Scholarship
- ASCP Foundation Pathology Interest Group Grants
Medical Laboratory Science Program Director Educational Grants
The board presents this grant to the medical lab science program director, who wants to empower their future.
The amount of this grant is more than $10,000 that the board invests in lab professionals to pursue higher education.
To apply for this grant you must be an ASCP member and participate in NAACLS, CAAHEP, or ABHES-approved programs.
Dr. Alvin Ring Empowerment Scholarship for Laboratory Professionals
This type of scholarship is also established to support medical lab science professionals to want to get higher education.
$1,000 to $5,000 is the range for this scholarship that goes to high professionals according to their educational needs.
Garza & Becan-McBride Endowed Phlebotomy Student Scholarships
The range of this scholarship is up to $1,000 and it goes to outstanding students to eliminate their education expenses.
Diana “Didi” Garza, EdD, MLS(ASCP)CM, and Kathleen Becan McBride, EdD, MASCP, MLS(ASCP)CM are two ASCP members who offered this scholarship through the ASCP Foundation.
This scholarship is specific to phlebotomists.
ASCP Foundation Laboratory Student Scholarships
It is up to $1,000 and is specific for lab students to pursue higher certification.
ASCP Resident Forensic Rotation Awards
This award goes to resident pathologists who belong to the forensic pathology specialty.
The ASCP establishes one-month fellowship awards, and the selected applicants receive $6,000 to cover their education expenses.
Leadership Institute Scholarship
This scholarship program encourages leaders to boost their leadership skills.
Whether you are a pathologist or laboratory professional, you can apply for this.
But you have to meet the following requirements:
- You have ASCP current membership
- 5-7 years of practice experience in your relevant field
- Leadership experiences
ASCP Foundation Pathology Interest Group Grants
This grant is for candidates who have an interest in a pathology interest group.
The ASCP Foundation determines $3, 000 for this grant and each medical student gets $250.
You must be an ASCP medical student member; this membership is free to join.
Final Verdict for ASCP Resident Subspecialty Grants
The ASCP Board of Certification develops its scholarship and grant programs to offer financial support to lab students, residents, professionals, and leaders to meet their education expenses.
This is the great support of the Ascp that fosters high-achieving professionals and students to pursue higher education and training programs.
For the ASCP resident subspecialty, you only need to be an ASCP resident member; the board does not demand anything else.
The deadline for this grant is May 13, 2024. You must apply for this; maybe you are also one of those lucky candidates who will qualify for it.
FAQs for Resident Subspecialty Grants
Who is eligible for ASCP resident subspecialty grants?
If you are an ASCP resident member, you can apply for this grant.
What are the duration lengths for which resident subspecialty grants are available?
One Week – $500, Two Weeks – $1,000, and Four Weeks – $2,000
What is the last date for applying for resident subspecialty grants?
You should apply before May 13, 2024.
Abdelhalim Elshawadfy is an ASCP certified Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS ASCP), Specialist in Microbiology (SM ASCP), and Molecular Biology Technologist (MB ASCP) with a distinguished career marked by expertise, continuous learning, and a commitment to elevating the standards of clinical laboratory science. As an ASCP Certification Expert and American Board Certification Expert, Abdelhalim Elshawadfy continues to make invaluable contributions to the field, leaving a lasting impact on the medical community.
Resources: ASCP BOC.