COLA

COLA Commission on Laboratory Accreditation (COLA Inc.) In 1993, COLA was granted deemed status by CMS to provide laboratory accreditation.

is a leading physician-directed organization promoting health and safety through accreditation and educational programs with over 98% customer satisfaction. As a leading laboratory accreditor in the United States, COLA is the only laboratory accreditation provider that operates its accreditation program in accordance with a quality management system certified to ISO 9001:2015. This means we offer our customers a unique, standardized program and staff dedicated to satisfaction and laboratory quality. Our surveyors and technical advisors are guided by a coaching approach and uncomplicated quality engineered processes. Laboratories of all types and sizes are evaluated and mentored to produce accurate test results and meet CLIA regulations.

Congratulations! It is our pleasure to announce the 2025-2026 recipients of COLA’s $1500 GiveBack365 scholarship.Since 2...
01/07/2026

Congratulations! It is our pleasure to announce the 2025-2026 recipients of COLA’s $1500 GiveBack365 scholarship.

Since 2012, COLA has fostered awareness and encouraged career pursuits in laboratory science through the GiveBack365 scholarship. We applaud all the students who took the time to apply and for carrying the torch for the future of laboratory medicine.

To see the full list of recipients, visit https://hubs.ly/Q03ZQ6gC0

Wishing you all a wonderful New Years and a happy, healthy and fulfilling 2026!
01/01/2026

Wishing you all a wonderful New Years and a happy, healthy and fulfilling 2026!

Happy New Years Eve! Can’t make “New Years Eve Live: Nashville's Big Bash” in person? Don’t get FOMO just yet because Na...
12/31/2025

Happy New Years Eve!

Can’t make “New Years Eve Live: Nashville's Big Bash” in person? Don’t get FOMO just yet because Nashville is still in store for you!

Register for COLA’s Laboratory Enrichment Forum May 6-8, in Nashville Tennessee and you will be able to both tap your feet and nurture your mind!

Use the code: “Gift” to get a special discount, on us! https://hubs.ly/Q03ZgJV10

12/31/2025

As we welcome 2026, I want to extend my sincere thanks to our partners, laboratories and the entire COLA team for an outstanding 2025.

Thank you for your trust and for supporting COLA’s mission to advance health and safety through accreditation and educational programs.

Wishing you all a healthy, happy and successful New Year.

-Nancy Stratton, CEO of COLA

Merry Christmas to you and your loved ones from all of us at COLA.
12/25/2025

Merry Christmas to you and your loved ones from all of us at COLA.

Did you know COLA has been ISO 9001 certified since 2011? Our processes are reviewed regularly to ensure we're always op...
12/24/2025

Did you know COLA has been ISO 9001 certified since 2011? Our processes are reviewed regularly to ensure we're always operating at our best for our customers. Learn more at https://hubs.ly/Q03YVdMD0!

What is your favorite holiday song to sing along with in the car? COLA’s pick is “All I want for Christmas is You” by Ma...
12/22/2025

What is your favorite holiday song to sing along with in the car?
COLA’s pick is “All I want for Christmas is You” by Mariah Carey!

Leave your top holiday song in the comments below and get excited for some harmonies at COLA’s 2026 Laboratory Enrichment Forum! Register here: https://hubs.ly/Q03YR2qL0

Research Spotlight: Microplastics are everywhere, including in our food and water, yet researchers are still trying to u...
12/19/2025

Research Spotlight: Microplastics are everywhere, including in our food and water, yet researchers are still trying to understand their impact on our health. Better detection, further standardization and less plastic use can make a big difference.

Read more: https://hubs.ly/Q03YF50v0

Just announced! As of December 19, 2025, COLA has officially been approved from CMS as an Accreditation Organization for...
12/19/2025

Just announced!

As of December 19, 2025, COLA has officially been approved from CMS as an Accreditation Organization for the Specialties of Cytogenetics and Radiobioassay under the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments of 1988 (CMS-3482-N).

COLA accredits laboratories of all types and sizes across the U.S. Can you guess where COLA Surveyors Wendy Duet MLS(ASC...
12/17/2025

COLA accredits laboratories of all types and sizes across the U.S. Can you guess where COLA Surveyors Wendy Duet MLS(ASCP)and Renee Helvey MLS(ASCP) are?

Happy Hanukkah to you and your families from all of us at COLA!
12/17/2025

Happy Hanukkah to you and your families from all of us at COLA!

Do you know why Laboratory Directors choose COLA for their accreditation needs?COLA doesn’t just accredit laboratories; ...
12/15/2025

Do you know why Laboratory Directors choose COLA for their accreditation needs?

COLA doesn’t just accredit laboratories; we strengthen them. If your organization is looking for accreditation with real value, consistent support and experts who understand your workflow, contact us at https://hubs.ly/Q03Y6S4g0 today!

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