Knoxville,
TN,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Master of Cytopathology Practice (Memphis Campus) in Memphis United States | University of Tennessee, Knoxville
University of Tennessee, Knoxville
|
Memphis United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
14,616
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
The Master of Cytopathology Practice (MCP) program's curriculum equips students with essential skills to become proficient histotechnologists and cytotechnologists. They'll learn to process tissue and cytology samples for microscopic examination while accurately assessing various cytological specimens. Program graduates will gain expertise in conducting, analyzing, and correlating supplementary tests to appropriately guide patient care. These professionals will be equipped to handle contemporary industry requirements while adapting to emerging laboratory technologies. Additionally, they'll develop quality control competencies to oversee improvement initiatives and take on leadership roles in administration, research, and teaching. Upon completion, graduates become eligible to take both the cytotechnologist and histotechnologist certification exams administered by the American Society of Clinical Pathology Board of Certification.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
A baccalaureate degree and all pre-requisite courses must be completed prior to enrollment.
Minimum overall grade point average of 3.0 OR minimum overall grade point average of 2.5 with a competitive score on the GRE.
Submit official transcripts of above coursework
Personal interview with members of the admissions committee
Foreign applicants whose native language is not English must submit results of the TOEFL, with a minimum score of 550 on the written test, 213 on the computer test, or 80 on the TOEFL iBT
Completed application form including an essay describing the applicant's reasons for choosing the profession and their career goals. A non-refundable application fee must accompany the application.
Pre-professional advisory committee recommendation from college or university attended OR two letters of recommendation from previous college instructors.
Ability to meet published technical standards of the College of Health Professions and the Master of Cytopathology Practice degree program.
Coursework from another professional degree program may not be transferred to meet the requirements for admission to or graduation from the MCP Program. There is no advanced standing or placement in the program.
No credit is awarded for prior experiential learning to meet the requirements for completion of the Master of Cytopathology Practice degree.
Minimum overall grade point average of 3.0 OR minimum overall grade point average of 2.5 with a competitive score on the GRE.
Submit official transcripts of above coursework
Personal interview with members of the admissions committee
Foreign applicants whose native language is not English must submit results of the TOEFL, with a minimum score of 550 on the written test, 213 on the computer test, or 80 on the TOEFL iBT
Completed application form including an essay describing the applicant's reasons for choosing the profession and their career goals. A non-refundable application fee must accompany the application.
Pre-professional advisory committee recommendation from college or university attended OR two letters of recommendation from previous college instructors.
Ability to meet published technical standards of the College of Health Professions and the Master of Cytopathology Practice degree program.
Coursework from another professional degree program may not be transferred to meet the requirements for admission to or graduation from the MCP Program. There is no advanced standing or placement in the program.
No credit is awarded for prior experiential learning to meet the requirements for completion of the Master of Cytopathology Practice degree.
Tuition
USD
14,616