Cytotechnology & Cell Sciences

Students/Graduates will demonstrate competency consistent with an entry-level position in the performance of routine screenings and diagnostic specimen microscopic evaluation, interpretation and report generation.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1-A: Students will assess the adequacy of routine gynecologic specimen and diagnostic non-gynecologic specimen, review the patient record and correlate findings.

1-B: Students will use microscopy to screen, detect, select and mark the appropriate cells most representative of any pathologic process, if present, to generate a meaningful report.

1-C: Students will determine and suggest appropriate companion testing and correlate companion testing results with the cytology findings, if applicable.

Students/Graduates will demonstrate competency consistent with an entry-level position in the performance of routine and diagnostic specimen preparation, staining, quality assessment and troubleshooting.

Student Learning Outcomes:

2-A: Students will explain and apply the principles for specimen rejection or acceptance into the laboratory.

2-B: Students will explain and select the most appropriate specimen preparation method and staining technique.

2-C: Students will use the microscope to properly visualize the specimen.

2-D: Students will perform other basic laboratory techniques such as aseptic technique, centrifugation, and pipetting.

Students/Graduates will be able to comply with laboratory safety, HIPAA and workload regulations, and the quality control and quality assurance requirements of applicable regulatory agencies.

Student Learning Outcomes:

3-A: Students will practice universal precautions and comply with other laboratory safety measures and regulations.

3-B: Students will be able to retrieve and explain the quality control and quality assurance requirements of regulatory agencies.

3-C: Students will comply with cytology workload limits and documentation standards.

3-D: Students will explain the use and purpose of the laboratory information system for review of relevant patient records and appropriate data entry.

Students/Graduates will have gained the knowledge and insight for the principles, theory, and indications of a variety of cytology companion testing.

Student Learning Outcomes:

4-A: Students will be able to explain the theory, principles and indications of various companion molecular, immunological, and digital laboratory technologies and techniques.

4-B: Students will correlate companion testing results to generate a more precise diagnosis.

4-C: Students will explain technical aspects and troubleshooting strategies of various molecular, immunological and digital laboratory technologies.

Students/Graduates will develop and strengthen problem-solving strategies and critical thinking capabilities to contribute to excellent patient-centered outcomes.

Student Learning Outcomes:

5-A: Students will critically evaluate medical literature for its pertinence and reliability.

5-B: Students will critique diagnostic quality and determine corrective measures for improvement.

Graduates will adhere to professional standards of conduct, ethical practice, communication and interpersonal relationships, professional development and education.

Student Learning Outcomes:

6-A: Students will integrate professional ethics and policy compliance into clinical practice.

6-B: Students will understand the importance of continuing education and maintenance of on-going competence.

6-C: Students will practice the principles of effective and appropriate communication with patients, peers, faculty, staff and the public.