COLA Accreditation Improves Your Laboratory

Completing COLA's accreditation program means your clinical laboratory is in compliance with CLIA, and is recognized by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO).

We accredit the following types of laboratories:

• Physician Office

• Community Hospitals

• Mobile Clinics

• Veterans Administration

• Department of Defense

COLA is approved by CMS to accredit laboratories in the following specialties:

• Chemistry
• Hematology
• Microbiology
• Immunology
• Immunohematology/transfusion services
• Pathology, including cytology, histopathology, and oral pathology (Click here to read a press release on the new addition of pathology to the COLA-accredited specialties)

When you work with COLA, our goal is simple - we use our educational laboratory accreditation program to help your laboratory stay safe, efficient, and compliant.

With our premier clinical lab accreditation services, you benefit from competitive pricing, straightforward standards, and established experience. If your organization wants to have an immediate, positive impact on patient care, get accredited with COLA. Apply Today!

If your lab is already COLA-accredited, or is interested in our complete approach to promoting excellence in healthcare, combine accreditation with our e-learning services.

It's That Simple