Certifying Excellence in Allied Health

American Medical Technologists (AMT) is a not-for-profit credentialing agency and professional membership association uniquely recognized for providing quality certifications that advance allied health careers and uphold rigorous standards of professional competence and patient safety. Founded in 1939, AMT serves over 100,000 professionals and offers 12 certifications across the medical, dental, and laboratory fields.

As a member-led organization, AMT's mission is to promote excellence in healthcare delivery by building a stronger, more competent allied health workforce through credentialing, professional development, community, and advocacy. Educators and employers trust AMT as an independent validator of the knowledge, skills and experiences they have taught and instilled. AMT’s exams are accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA).

Why Choose AMT

AMT’s Certifications are Offered in These Allied Health Professions:

Registered Medical Assistant (RMA)

A Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) supports clinical and administrative tasks to keep offices running efficiently.

Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS)

A Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) performs complex lab analyses that help diagnose and treat medical conditions.

Registered Phlebotomy Technician (RPT)

A Registered Phlebotomy Technician (RPT) specializes in drawing blood and handling specimens for accurate laboratory testing.

Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT)

A Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) conducts routine lab tests and procedures essential to patient diagnosis.

Molecular Diagnostics Technologist (MDT)

A Molecular Diagnostics Technologist (MDT) performs advanced testing to detect diseases at the genetic and molecular level.

Certified Medical Laboratory Assistant (CMLA)

A Certified Medical Laboratory Assistant (CMLA) helps with specimen collection, processing, and basic laboratory operations.

Certified Medical Administrative Specialist (CMAS)

A Certified Medical Administrative Specialist (CMAS) manages scheduling, records, and front-office operations.

Patient Care Technician (PCT)

A Patient Care Technician (PCT) provides hands-on patient care and supports daily clinical activities.

Registered Dental Assistant (RDA)

A Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) helps dentists with procedures, patient care, and office workflow.

Dental Assisting Radiography (DAR)

A Dental Assisting Radiography (DAR) certification enhances dental assisting skills by safely capturing and processing dental images.

Allied Health Instructor (AHI)

An Allied Health Instructor (AHI) trains and educates future professionals across allied health disciplines.

Certified Laboratory Consultant (CLC)

A Certified Laboratory Consultant (CLC) provides expert guidance on laboratory operations, compliance, and quality standards.

Mission

AMT promotes excellence in healthcare delivery through credentialing, professional development, community, and advocacy. Our ultimate mission is to build a stronger, more competent allied health workforce.

Vision

To be the leader in allied health professional credentialing.

AMT’s Core Values

Integrity

We foster trust through honest, transparent, and ethical behavior. AMT upholds the highest standards of accountability, gaining confidence in the credibility of every credential.

Excellence

We set high standards and exceed expectations in all that we do. AMT empowers allied health professionals to achieve their full potential and deliver exceptional patient care.

Community

We unite a diverse network of allied health professionals across multiple disciplines through shared goals, experiences, and professional development. AMT’s community strengthens individuals and the healthcare workforce as a whole.

Advocacy

We champion competence and professional recognition. AMT works with key stakeholders to ensure a qualified workforce and promote quality patient care.

Promoting Excellence

AMT is proud to promote excellence every step of the way for students and members.

We Inspire Career Paths

AMT strives to inspire students and help them choose a career path with programs like the AMT-sponsored HOSA Phlebotomy Competition.

We Enable Financial Assistance

AMT offers scholarships to students and members looking to start a career in any of our 12 certification fields, as well as the Dorothy “Mimi” Roush Phlebotomy Endowed Scholarship for Registered Phlebotomy Technician (RPT) applicants.

We Advocate and Uphold

AMT is setting the standard for testing integrity and increasing awareness of the importance of the highest quality of professional certification in allied health. We honor and nurture our career-driven professionals with our Annual Recognition Weeks for phlebotomy, medical assisting, dental assisting, and medical laboratory fields.

We Provide Lifelong Learning

AMT provides a comprehensive library of continuing education to help our members maintain certification and stay current on allied health news and patient care.

We Celebrate Achievements

AMT recognizes excellence in the allied health field with noteworthy awards on the state and national level for members, along with outstanding achievements and technical writing awards for students.

AMT’s History

The test of time has proven the value in our purpose, serving the public trust through certified allied health members dedicated to their profession.

Discover a few of our historic milestones from the foundation of our organization through today.

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1939

AMT is formed

1955

Council on Education, Qualifications and Standards Committee Developed

1976

AMT Institute for Education (AMTIE) established

1980

Granted Category A membership in National Commission for Health Certifying Agencies (NCHCA), now known as the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA)

1989

Registered Dental Assistants certification established

1989

Caribbean Association of Medical Technologists (CASMET) members accepted into AMT membership

1991

ABHES form separate organization

1992

Registered Phlebotomy Technician certification started

1995

Certified Office Laboratory Technician certification started

1998

Allied Health Instructor certification established

1998

Certified Laboratory Consultant certification established

2003

Certified Medical Administrative Specialist certification established

2003

AMT is approved as a phlebotomy examination organization for the State of California

2013

AMT holds 75th Annual Convention and Educational Meeting

2024

Dental Assisting Radiography (DAR) certification established

2025

AMT launched mobile app, AMTConnect

2026

AMT refreshes brand with new website

Learn more about how AMT has evolved in step with the needs of members, students, educators, and employers to be renowned for quality credentialing leadership.