2000-2001 Catalog
Histologic Technology (2262)
Associate in Science
MISSION STATEMENT: Creating competent, ethical, confident entry-level
health-care practitioners committed to professional development through
life-long learning in a positive, non-discriminatory and supportive learning
environment.
THE CAREER: Histologic technology professionals develop skills
that reach into a variety of fields. Most commonly, these highly skilled
individuals will be used in hospitals or private pathology laboratories,
playing an integral role in preparing tissue specimens for the microscopic
diagnosis of disease. Additionally, histology, the science of demonstrating
a multitude of cellular characteristics, will be found utilized in medical,
pharmaceutical and industrial research settings. The field of histologic
technology is rapidly advancing, as more and more sophisticated diagnostic
tools are being developed.
For additional information about the health information management profession,
call or write:
National Society for HistotechnologyTHE PROGRAM: This limited access program, accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS) at 8410 West Bryn Mawr Avenue, Suite 670, Chicago, Illinois 60631-3415, enables the graduate to sit for the State of Florida, Board of Clinical Laboratory Personnel licensure examination and the ASCP Histologic Technician examination. Students are evaluated for acceptance into the program based on academic criteria (completion of prerequisite courses) and interview. Selected histologic technology courses are formatted for Web-based delivery; therefore, computer skills with Internet access is a program requirement. Students may find it difficult to work during the practicum phase of the education (last two semesters) due to the number of required contact hours per week. Students will be expected to perform in a professional manner during the campus and practicum phases and must have excellent coordination skills.
5900 Princess Garden Parkway, Suite 805
Lanham, Maryland 20706
Students must earn a grade of "C" or better in the histologic technology courses and complete all campus-based courses with a grade point average of 2.0 or better before entering the practicum phase of their education. Placement in the clinical practicum is on a space available basis; a GPA ranked waiting list will determine placement should space become limited for reasons beyond the control of the program.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
- Complete 12 credits of college credit coursework applicable to the
A.S. histologic technology degree, to include ENC 1101, MAC 1105, and
either BSC 2010C or BSC 2085C.
- Submit completed application form to the HT program.
- Complete required interview process with the HT education coordinator
and program director.
This associate in science degree program is intended primarily for students who desire to complete an associate’s degree and become employed. Students who decide to pursue university transfer study must meet certain course and test requirements. For details refer to university transfer requirements.
Requirements and Recommended Course Groupings
The following is a presentation of required courses in recommended course groupings for this program. These groupings are only a suggested guide, and there is no requirement to follow these precisely. The availability of courses, the student’s testing and academic performance and other factors may alter the student’s actual course completion sequence. Students of this program may register for courses in any grouping as long as the student has met any prerequisites for the course.
Course Grouping One
(First term load for full-time students.)
|
Course
Number and Title
|
Credits
|
|
ENC 1101
English Composition I
|
3
|
|
HSC 1531
Medical Terminology
|
3
|
| BSC 2010C Principles of Biology I |
4
|
| MAC 1105 College Algebra |
3
|
|
Credit
Hours
|
13
|
Course
Grouping Two
(Second term load for full-time students.)
|
Course
Number and Title
|
Credits
|
| BSC 2085C Human Anatomy and Physiology I |
4
|
|
CHM 1025C
Introduction to General Chemistry
|
4
|
| *Social and Behavioral Sciences Area A |
3
|
| *Humanities |
3
|
|
Credit
Hours
|
14
|
Course
Grouping Three
(Third term load for full-time students.)
|
Course
Number and Title
|
Credits
|
|
BSC 2086C
Human Anatomy and Physiology II
|
4
|
|
MCB 2010C
Microbiology
|
4
|
| CHM 2045C General Chemistry and Qualitative Analysis I |
4
|
|
Credit
Hours
|
12
|
Course
Grouping Four
(Fourth term load for full-time students
|
Course
Number and Title
|
Credits
|
|
MLT 2190C
Histology
|
4
|
|
MLT 2191
Histotechniques I
|
4
|
|
MLT 2191L
Histotechniques I Lab
|
1
|
| CHM 2046C General Chemistry and Qualitative Analysis II |
4
|
|
Credit
Hours
|
13
|
Course Grouping Five
(Fifth term load for full-time students.)
|
Course
Number and Title
|
Credits
|
|
MLT 2192
Histotechniques II
|
4
|
|
MLT 2192L
Histotechniques II Lab
|
1
|
| MLT 2840L Histotechnology Practicum I |
5
|
|
Credit
Hours
|
10
|
Course
Grouping Six
(Sixth term load for full-time students.)
|
Course
Number and Title
|
Credits
|
| MLT 2194 Histotechniques III |
3
|
|
MLT 2194L
Histotechniques III Lab
|
1
|
| MLT 2841L Histotechnology Practicum II |
7
|
| MLT 2193C Histopathology |
3
|
|
Credit
Hours
|
14
|
|
TOTAL
CREDIT HOURS
|
76
|
*Refer to A.S. degree General Education Requirements.
NOTE: Prior to contact with patients or patient specimens, students must furnish proof of childhood immunizations and Hepatitis B immunization. Contact program chairperson for additional information.