Cytotechnology, a program in the Department of Clinical Laboratory
Sciences within the College of Allied Health Sciences, leads to a master’s degree entitled the Master of Cytopathology Practice (MCP). The original program awarded a Bachelor of Science degree. It was established at the UT Health
Science Center at Memphis in 1951 and is accredited by the Commission
on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP): 1361 Park Street, Clearwater, FL 33756:
(727) 210-2350.
Although the program is two calendar years in length, the curriculum is extremely intense and fast paced. Cytotechnology students are in classes and laboratory sessions from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday. Clinical experience and didactic instruction are provided throughout the length of the program, with the greatest emphasis on microscopic interpretation of cellular specimens and interpretation of ancillary diagnostic techniques. Students are assigned to three off campus clinical experiences, 4 weeks each, in the fall and spring semesters of their second year. |
