The NRCM phased out its exam process and is not accepting new applications. The NRCM will continue to serve its Registrants through recertification, maintaining an active roll of Registrants and verification of certification status.



The National Registry of Certified Microbiologists (NRCM) certified professional microbiologists at the baccalaureate, masters and doctoral levels in biological safety, food safety and quality and pharmaceutical and medical device. The NRCM certified microbiologists in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico and on 6 continents.

Contact Information

National Registry of Certified Microbiologists, certification@asmusa.org