ABLS Global Education Partnerships
The Board maintains several important partnerships, both in the US and overseas, which advance knowledge and competency in laser medicine. Among these are:
- Laser Science and Safety Education / CME
The Board is recognized by the Southern Medical Association (SMA) to offer physicians up to 28 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ in return for taking a convenient online course and passing the written exams.
- Cosmetic Laser Programs
The ABLS has a key partnership with the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery where new members can be referred to the respective organizations for significant benefits. In Southeast Asia we have a long-standing relationship with Renovia Clinics, which has educated and certified dozens of practitioners throughout the region.
- Laser Dentistry Courses
The Board partners with Full Spectrum Seminars, one of the pre-eminent educational organizations in laser dentistry, providing proficiency examinations for course attendees. We also have partnerships in the Middle East that develop new candidates for full Diplomate certification.
- Laser Gynecology Courses
The ABLS has key sponsorships with providers of laser and aesthetic gynecology courses in Central and South America, providing course proficiency examinations.
- Aesthetician Certification
The Board also provides the certifying examination for advanced aestheticians in the State of Oregon for its Health Licensing Office (HLO) and Board of Certified Advanced Aestheticians (BCAE).