National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS)

The National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS) is an organization that sets standards and grants accreditation to educational programs training individuals in medical laboratory sciences. Its goal is to ensure these programs provide high-quality education, preparing students to accurately perform laboratory tests necessary for diagnosing and monitoring health conditions. Accreditation by NAACLS indicates that an educational program meets rigorous quality standards, helping ensure students gain the knowledge and skills needed for competent practice in clinical laboratories.