Clinical Lipid Specialist
Who should take the exam?
The CLS advanced certification program is open to licensed physicians, nurses, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, pharmacists, registered dietitian/nutritionists, clinical exercise physiologists/specialists and other healthcare professionals who meet qualifying criteria.
The CLS is ideal for healthcare professionals in clinical or academic practice who are actively involved in patient management and seeking to demonstrate their expertise in Clinical Lipidology and commitment to continued professional development in lipid management.
To become credentialed, candidates must meet the following requirements:
- Basic Eligibility Criteria
- Patient Care / Education Requirements
- Training Requirements
Although rigorous, the requirements are designed to provide an avenue for advanced healthcare providers with demonstrated knowledge and experience in Lipidology to become certified as Clinical Lipid Specialists.