Associate of Science in Histotechnology

* An Associate of Science degree is considered a terminal degree. The decision on course transferability rests with the receiving institution.

Program Description
Keiser University’s Associate of Science degree in Histotechnology prepares students to perform laboratory studies of tissue.  The program includes the study of cellular morphology, chemical composition and the functions of normal and abnormal tissue.  Students study the composition of dyes and chemicals and gain a thorough understanding of tissue composition.

Histology technologists have numerous choices of practice settings:  hospitals, for-profit laboratories, clinics, public health facilities, industrial research, veterinary pathology, marine biology and forensic pathology.  Specialized areas include electronic microscopy and immunohistochemistry.

Program Objective

To prepare competent entry-level graduates to enter the workforce as histology technologists.

To provide training and experience in the preparation of microscopic, stained specimens for the diagnosis and prognosis of disease by a pathologist.

To develop a student’s abilities in critical thinking and documentation.

To train students to be qualified members of a healthcare team.

Prerequisite for Major Courses:
None

Program Outline
To receive an Associates of Science in Histotechnology, students must earn 63.0 credit hours. Program requirements are as follows:

General Education Courses (26.0 credit hours) (pdf file)
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* An Associate of Science Degree is considered a terminal degree and is not transferable.

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