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Histology Technician
Career/Program Overview
RCTC’s Histology Technician program was recently developed in collaboration with Mayo Clinic, Rochester. Histology Technicians specialize in the techniques of preparing body tissue samples for pathologists to examine. Skills and knowledge in the use of precision equipment and numerous special techniques enable histology technicians to accurately demonstrate the morphology of tissue specimens. Proper preparation of tissue samples is critical in optimizing the ability of pathologists to microscopically visualize tissue structure and tumor identification for patient care.
Curriculum-at-a-Glance
General education coursework and Introduction to Medical Terminology for a total of 39 credits are taken at RCTC. Coursework also includes 21 credits of Histology core courses taken through Mayo School of Health Sciences.
For more detailed program information, refer to RCTC’s program course requirements at http://www.rctc.edu/catalog/programs/.
Program/Degree Options
RCTC offers an Associate of Science degree in Histology Technician.
Program Start Date(s)
Students can begin general education requirements any semester. Some Histology Technician courses are not offered every semester so students are encouraged to meet with program advisors to plan ahead.
This program is jointly offered by RCTC and Mayo Clinic. Students apply to both RCTC and the Mayo School of Health Sciences. Applications can be obtained from Mayo School of Health Sciences. Students are admitted through the Mayo School of Health Sciences.
Career Opportunities/Information
Histology technicians work in routine and specialized clinical labs, as well as in research settings of healthcare organizations. Currently, the career outlook for histology technicians is very strong.
Articulations/Accreditations
This program articulates with the Bachelor of Science degree in Clinical Laboratory Science (CLS) offered by the University of North Dakota. Students who complete this program can continue their next two years of study at UND and receive a Bachelor of Science degree in CLS.
Rochester Community and Technical College is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission: A Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.
For additional information on the most current list of RCTC program articulations see us at: http://www.rctc.edu/catalog/articulations/index.html
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