The online Histologic Technician program at Harford Community College prepares students for the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) National Certification Examination. Students must have at least an associate degree to participate in this program and sit for the exam to become certified as Histology Technicians (HT).
Harford Community College's Histologic Technician Program has consistently met the NAACLS benchmark for Graduation and ASCP Certification Rates.
Students must be incumbent workers currently employed by a laboratory and hold an associate degree (in any subject) or higher from a regionally accredited college. They must have successfully completed high school and/or college-level biology and chemistry. Online courses are available for Biology and Chemistry to meet these requirements.
Students should plan to spend an average of 20 hours per week on the combination of coursework and clinical assignments.
To request an admissions packet please contact HTOnline@harford.edu.