Verify the status of certifications issued by National Performance Specialists (NPS). The official NPS Verify portal provides employers, schools, healthcare organizations, and credential holders with fast, free access to NPS credential verification.
Credential Policy
Only individuals who have earned a certification through National Performance Specialists (NPS) by passing the certification examination, and whose certification remains valid and in good standing, may represent themselves as currently NPS certified.
This applies to all NPS-issued certification credentials, including:
These requirements also apply to the NPS Allied Health Instructor (AHI) certification.
Individuals who have not earned the applicable NPS certification, or whose certification has expired, been suspended, or been revoked, may not represent themselves as holding an active NPS credential. This applies even while an expired certification is still eligible for late renewal or reinstatement, and includes any unauthorized use of NPS certification documents, designations, or logos, or any misleading claim of NPS certification.
Individuals or organizations who suspect that an NPS credential has been misrepresented, falsified, or improperly used may submit a written report to the Executive Director of Certification Programs at [email protected]. Any misuse of an NPS credential will be investigated, and the NPS-CGC may report violations to third parties, such as a certificant's school or employer, licensing bodies, or law enforcement.
Alleged violations of the NPS Code of Ethics or professional conduct requirements involving certification candidates or credential holders may also be reported to [email protected].
Reports are accepted only in writing and cannot be anonymous. They should identify the individual involved, describe the alleged violation, and include any available supporting documentation. Reports are reviewed in accordance with the NPS Certification Governing Committee (NPS-CGC) policies and procedures.
Allegations are reviewed as they are received, in accordance with the procedures established in the NPS-CGC Candidate Handbook. Valid professional misconduct complaints are referred to the Certification Ethics Standing Committee for investigation. Depending on the findings, sanctions may include written warnings, suspension of certification, denial of future exam eligibility, or revocation of the NPS credential.
Employers, educational institutions, licensing authorities, and other interested parties may verify an NPS credential using the certification verification portal above.
For assistance with certification verification, credential status, or reporting suspected misuse, contact the NPS Certification Department at (866) 319-7052 or [email protected].
National Performance Specialists is a proud organizational member of the Institute for Credentialing Excellence (I.C.E.), a leading professional organization dedicated to advancing quality, fairness, and best practices in certification. This membership connects NPS with the national credentialing community and provides access to professional standards, research, and resources that support our commitment to rigorous, credible certifications and the confidence employers, educational institutions, and healthcare professionals place in the credentials we issue.
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The Texas Education Agency’s 2025–2030 Industry-Based Certification List for public school accountability identifies the NPS Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) as a Tier 2 certification, recognizing its value within Texas career and technical education programs that prepare students for allied health careers. Texas public schools may also qualify for state reimbursement of eligible NPS CPT certification examination costs, allowing schools to invest in industry-recognized credentials for their students while recovering qualifying examination expenses through the Texas Education Agency.
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All six NPS certification programs are listed in CareerOneStop’s Certification Finder. CareerOneStop is sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor’s Employment and Training Administration and is a proud partner of the American Job Center network. This listing allows employers, workforce development boards, educators, and job seekers to independently review National Performance Specialists as a credential issuer, along with key information about each certification, making it easier for organizations to evaluate and accept NPS-certified candidates.
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O*NET OnLine, the leading occupational information resource sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor, maintains separate credential entries identifying National Performance Specialists as the certifying organization for its Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) and Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) certifications. These entries give employers, workforce professionals, and educators an independent, publicly accessible reference for reviewing NPS credentials and confirming how they align with real-world occupations when evaluating candidate qualifications and hiring decisions.
National Performance Specialists partners with the American Red Cross to provide job placement assistance to NPS-certified members and to help the American Red Cross recruit qualified allied health candidates across the United States. Through this partnership, NPS-certified professionals gain access to meaningful career opportunities, while the American Red Cross connects with credentialed candidates prepared to support its mission of serving communities, patients, and blood donors nationwide with skill, care, and professionalism.
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National Performance Specialists is a member of the Health Professions Network (HPN), a national community connecting allied health professional associations, educators, and credentialing organizations. This membership supports NPS’s engagement with the broader allied health community and its commitment to advancing workforce development, professional certification, and career opportunities. Through HPN, NPS collaborates with peers across the allied health field to share knowledge, strengthen workforce quality, and support the professionals who serve patients every day.
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