Cytotechnology/Cytotechnologist (4 Yr Bachelors)
Description:
A program that prepares individuals to work with pathologists to detect changes in body cells that may indicate, and permit diagnosis of, the early development of cancers and other diseases. Includes instruction in biochemistry, microbiology, applied mathematics, microscopy, slide preparation, identification of cellular structures and abnormalities, and laboratory procedures and safety.
The required and elective courses you would take for Cytotechnology Cytotechnologist majors vary considerably among institutions. Courses are listed here that are illustrative of the breadth of topics you are likely to experience were you to major in this field.
Biochemistry
Mathematics
Microbiology
Microscopy
Safety
