Presentation 12 - Become an ODS-Certified Cancer Registry Professional

After students hear about the cancer registry field, they often ask how to become a cancer registrar. To take the Oncology Data Specialist (ODS) examination, candidates must meet education and experience eligibility requirements. The National Cancer Registrars Association Council on Certification has defined three routes for achieving this goal, which are discussed in the presentation. Oncology Data Specialists enjoy career opportunities in many settings, from hospitals and state registries to national cancer programs, and even consulting firms.

Learning Objectives:

• Explain eligibility requirements to sit for the Oncology Data Specialist (ODS) examination
• Examine the requirements of each eligibility route and the course work needed.