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CLS Histotechnology 4+1 Option -

Students choosing the 4+1 Histotechnology Option spend four years completing studies on the University campus and then receive a bachelor's degree in Clinical Laboratory Science with an Option in Histotechnology. Although hospital training is not a requirement for this degree, these graduates are encouraged to complete a histotechnology clinical practicum at an NAACLS accredited hospital. This qualifies them to take an examination that, successful completion of, grants national certification as a Histologic Technician or a Histotechnologist.

During the four years these students spend on campus, they complete the same fundamental and specialty courses as students in the 3+1 Histotechnology Option. The clinical practicum, if completed, is also the same. The difference between this and the 3+1 Histotechnology Option is that students selecting the 4+1 Option have an additional year of on-campus education allowing access to additional studies in biochemical research and management. Coursework, available to 4+1 Histotechnology Option students, includes Molecular Biology Techniques, Clinical Laboratory Administration and Management, and Introduction to Mycology.

Your advisor will help you put together a course plan to meet your goals.