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Make it happen!
Does a career in cytotechnology sound like it might be for you? If so, here's an overview of the coursework you'll need to get you on the path.
High School
Get a jump start in high school. A strong college preparatory program with courses such as English, mathematics, biology, chemistry and physics will be to your advantage.
College
Before you enroll in the Cytotechnology Education Program, you'll need to obtain a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university. When choosing your college courses, think science! Students should be well rounded in the biological sciences, chemistry and mathematics.
Take biology courses that emphasize:
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body structure |
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development |
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tissue organization and function |
Also, enroll in courses such as:
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bacteriology |
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parasitology |
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cell biology |
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physiology |
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anatomy |
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zoology |
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histology |
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embryology |
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genetics |
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immunology |
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chemistry with laboratory sessions |
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math and statistics |
Professional Education
Once you have obtained your bachelor's degree and met the entrance requirements, you will be eligible to enter the Cytotechnology Education Program. At the University of Nebraska Medical Center, the cytotechnology curriculum is a twelve-month program.
Didactic course work includes the anatomy, physiology, histology, cytology and diseases of six major body systems. A clinical practicum of twenty-two weeks provides supervised experience in performing the actual duties of a cytotechnologist. Once you have completed the program, you will receive a post-baccalaureate certificate and be eligible for national certification from the American Society of Clinical Pathologists.
If you would like to learn about the University of Nebraska Medical Center's Cytotechnology Education Program, visit our School of Allied Health Professions Web site.
You can also find more cytotechnology links in Link-O-Rama.
Financial Aid Options
The University of Nebraska Medical Center offers excellent scholarship support designated for professional education in cytotechnology. Various professional organizations provide scholarship money as well.
You may also seek financial aid from the college or university you attend for your undergraduate courses.
For more information regarding financial assistance, visit the UNMC Student Services Financial Aid Web page. Or, contact the UNMC Office of Financial Aid at 402-559-4199.
You can also find more financial aid links in Link-O-Rama. |
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