| Citotecnología
General
Information
The cytotechnologist is the professional qualified to analyze cellular
samples under the microscope in order to detect neoplastic cells
before the patient shows obvious symptoms of malignant growth. In
this way, the cytotechnologist contributes to the early detection
of disease.
The Cythotechnology Program offered by the University of Puerto
Rico Medical Sciences Campus is a 12-month program requiring a total
of thirty-eight (38) credit hours. Theoretical aspects are emphasized
during the first six (6) months and supervised practice during the
remaining six (6) months.
The program is designed to prepare health professional with specific
competencies in cytotechnology. The student is provided with adequate
experiences for the development of abilities and skills in management
of a cytotechnology laboratory and in handling the necessary instruments
and equipment.
Admission Requirements
Applicants to program must have completed a bachelor of science
or bachelor of arts degree from an accredited college or university.
Students who wish to be considered for admission must also meet
the following requirements:
· Have a general grade point average of at least 2.50.
· Have a grade point average of at least 2.50 in science
courses.
Present
evidence of completion of the following courses or their equivalents:
Required
Courses
| Mathematics |
6
Semester Credit - Hours |
| College
Physics |
8
Semester Credit - Hours |
| Chemistry |
8
Semester Credit - Hours |
| Biology* |
20
Semester Credit - Hours |
· Interview with faculty members.
· Fluency in Spanish and knowledge and comprehension of English
*It
is a highly recommended that applicants complete the following courses:
Histology, Human Anatomy, Bacteriology, Physiology, Genetics, and
Parasitology.
Graduation Requirements
In order to be recommended for graduation, students must:
· Obtain a minimum grade point average of 2.00 or higher
in didactic courses and 3.00 or higher in the supervised practice.
· Satisfactorily complete the six (6) didactic courses and
the supervised practice.
· Submit a research project related to the cytotechnology
profession and present it (written and orally) to faculty members
and fellow students.
· Evaluate and interpret a minimum of sixty (60) cytological
samples daily with ninety-five percent (95%) accuracy during the
final practicum.
Curriculum
Total Semester Credit-Hours: 38
Professional Courses
| |
|
Credits |
| CITO
6505 |
Introduction
to Citotechnology |
1 |
| CITO
6507 |
General
Concepts in Basic Sciences |
2 |
| CITO
6509 |
Female
Genital System |
12 |
| CITO
6515 |
Respiratory
and Gastrointestinal System |
6 |
| CITO
6516 |
Urinary
System and Body Fluids |
2 |
| CITO
6517 |
Mammary
Glands and Miscellaneous |
2 |
| CITO
6518 |
Clinical
Practicum |
13 |
Course Descriptions
(Please click here to download the course description in PDF format)
Informative Sheet
(Please click here to
download the Informative Sheet of the Program)
Registration
In order to practice the profession in Puerto Rico, it is necessary
to obtain the Certification offered by the American Society of
Clinical Pathologist by the Board of Registry.
Accreditation
The Cytothecnology Program is currently accredited by the Commission
on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs.
400 West 9th Street, Suite 201
Wilmington, DE 19801-1555
Phone 302-429-8802
Program Director
Prof.
Alma Camacho Martínez, CT(ASCP) MBA
Physical Address
Office 701, Seventh Floor
College of Health Related Professions Building
Medical Sciences Campus, Medical Center
Monacillo Area Rio Piedras, PR
Telephones
Director - 758-2525, ext. 4604
Secretary - 758-2525, ext. 4406
Fax -756-3148
Mailing
Address
Cytotechnology Program, Graduated Department
Medical Sciences Campus
University of Puerto Rico
PO Box 365067
San Juan PR, 00936-5067
Last
Modified:
07/09/2008
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