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 Histotechnology
Certificate Program
What is Histotechnology?
Histotechnology is a structural science that incorporates elements
from anatomy, physiology, immunology and chemistry. Histotechnology
provides the means for studying histology, the science dealing with
the structure, function and chemical composition of cells of normal
and abnormal tissue. The histotechnologist prepares tissue
specimens for microscopic examination. Histologic techniques
utilize the chemical properties of both tissues and dyes to impart
color to particular tissue elements to aid identification and disease
diagnosis.
[More: Basics
of histotechnology /
Basics of human histology]
Why study Histotechnology?
Histotechnology is an applied laboratory science, whose practitioners
are in great demand in the current job market. A certificate
in Histotechnology provides intense training in histotechnology through
a combination of lectures, hands-on laboratory experience and clinical
internships.
Admission to program.
The Certificate Program in Histotechnology admits a limited number
of students based on specific selection criteria. Applicants
must submit additional application materials to be approved for entry
into the Histology certificate program. Students will be evaluated
on the number of hours of college credit, and college grade point
average as calculated by SIUC. Students begin the professional
sequence each fall only. This certificate program requires the successful
completion of clinical internships. In accordance with Federal and
State guidelines, the clinical sites will require proof of the following:
vaccination for measles, mumps, rubella, tetanus, TB, and Hepatitis
B; current CPR card; and proof of completion of HIPPA and blood-borne
pathogens training. Affiliation sites will also require students to
undergo a criminal background check and drug screening.
Program requirements for Certificate
in Histotechnology [SIUC
Undergraduate Catalog]
Most of the certification requirements can be completed with proper
selection of courses as University Core Curriculum substitutes and
by using elective courses to fulfill certification requirements.
Students are encouraged to discuss their interests with a departmental
representative to obtain additional information.
Contact:
Director: Maureen Doran
Office: Life Science III 2055
Phone: (618) 453-1584
E-Mail: mdoran@siumed.edu
Resource links:
American Society for Clinical Pathology
National Society for Histotechnology
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